Mattress Love

We’ve been talking about the importance of healthy sleep lately (are you better rested yet?). Now that you know the basics of good sleep, what’s the next step? Finding the perfect mattress, of course! You spend a lot of time in bed, so it is important to choose a mattress that will help you get the best night’s sleep possible. Mattress size will be a major factor in your decision, but there are several other things to consider while you browse for the ideal mattress for your bedroom—room size, the amount of sleeping space you require, and a person’s height to name a few. Let’s take a look at some mattress info!

TWIN:

• Also known as a “single” mattress. Great in children’s rooms and smaller bedrooms. A narrow bed that is easy to move and fits almost anywhere.
  Approx. width per person: 39″

• Pros: Fits in smaller bedrooms. Sheets are less expensive than for other sized beds.
• Cons: Too short for many adults.

TWIN XL:

• Five inches longer than the standard twin and typically used in college dorms. Easy to move from room to room and great for taller teens.
  Approx. width per person: 39″

• Pros: Longer length is great for taller teens and adults.
• Cons: Bedding can be harder to find and available patterns may be limited.

FULL:

• Sometimes called a “Double” mattress. Wider than a twin, but still limits sleeping space for two adults.
  Approx. width per person: 27″

• Pros: Fits into smaller rooms. Sheets are less expensive than queen or king size.
• Cons: Considered by many to be too narrow for two adults. At 75″ in length, may be too short for some.

QUEEN:

• Longer and wider than a full, a queen is more accommodating for two adults. A good choice for smaller master bedrooms.
  Approx. width per person: 30″

• Pros: Better fit for two adults. Plenty of length for most adults. Bedding is easy to find.
• Cons: Only slightly more sleeping width per person than a full. Some bedding is sold as “Full/Queen” and may not perfectly fit either size.

KING:

• Sometimes referred to as an “Eastern King” and offers the same width per person as a twin. A king mattress uses two twin extra long sized box springs.
  Approx. width per person: 39″

• Pros: Widest standard bed available. Comfortably sleeps 2 adults. Sheets are easy to find.
• Cons: Large size makes it difficult to fit up stairs and into smaller rooms. Bedding is more expensive than other standard sizes.

CALIFORNIA KING:

• Also known as a “Western King” mattress. This may be the preferred choice of taller adults and adds a foot in width and four inches in length to the standard queen.
  Approx. width per person: 36″

• Pros: More length to accommodate a taller person. Ample width for two adults.
• Cons: Challenging to move up and down stairs and from room to room. Bedding is expensive in king sizes. Sheets are more available on the West Coast and may be difficult to find in other parts of the country.

Now that you’re armed with the info you need to make the most informed decision, it’s time to shop for and try out mattresses! Bounce on over to Suburban for the most knowledgeable sales staff AND take advantage of our Fourth of July sale! Up to 67% off furniture & more storewide, interest-free until 2022, plus instant free delivery rebate – to say it’s all a bargain would be an understatement. This sale won’t last forever, so stop by soon!

Healthy Sleep Habits

Are you waking up not feeling refreshed but not struggling with pain? Your lack of sleep may be the result of something other than your mattress or pillow! Things such as light exposure can both positively or negatively affect your ability to fall asleep depending on how much exposure you’re getting, when you’re getting it, and what type of light exposure you’re getting.

Another factor that can make it harder to get a good night’s sleep is using your bed for too many things. Beds are meant to be used for very few things and your main association with the bed should be sleep. If you use your bed for things like watching TV or Reading, you start to associate it with those things and this can make it more difficult to get the recommended amount of sleep, which is 7-9 hours for most adults.

DOs and DON’Ts for building healthy sleep habits:

DOs

• Expose yourself to sunlight in the morning.
• Keep a consistent sleep schedule, even on days off.
• Avoid napping.
• Exercise daily.
• Keep your room somewhat cool.
• Give yourself time to unwind before bed. One hour of a relaxing activity such as reading is recommended. Avoid Phones, Computers and TVs.

DON’Ts

• Expose yourself to bright light, especially blue lights, in the evenings.
• Drink alcohol before bed.
• Drink caffeine in the hours before you go to bed.
• Eat a big meal right before bed.
• Watch TV, read your phone, tablet, or books, or listen to music while in bed.
• Participate in stimulating activities before you go to bed.