How To Buy The Right Mattress Topper

By Philip Yiga | October 26, 2015

One way of protecting your mattress and making it last much longer is by using a mattress topper. However you will have your mattress last much longer if you do not just have any mattress topper but have the right mattress topper. Buying a mattress topper is also a great remedy of not spending too much on buying overly expensive mattresses because from a mattress topper you can enjoy those qualities that you would rather have found in an extremely expensive mattress. Different mattress toppers offer different purposes some of the functions include providing added comfort, reducing tossing and turning, balancing sleep temperature, and most importantly protecting your mattress from mites, dust, and spills thus giving your mattress longer durability. You will however need a well-organized guide like the one I am about to give you in order to find the right mattress.

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Consider the type of mattress topper: before you go in for a particular mattress topper type, you need to be very well conversant about the types of these toppers so that you buy one that best suits your needs and condition.

• Memory foam mattress toper: with the high price tags that memory foam mattresses have not everyone is ready spend that amount of money however buying a memory foam mattress topper is something almost everyone can do. They can are designed to conform to body shape, adjust temperature, reduce or get rid of pressure points and dissolve movement from partners this is exactly why everyone thinks memory foam mattress toppers are the most comfortable to sleep on.
• Down feather mattress topper: these are designed with down feathers from ducks and geese, so soft as they are they can provide you with a really soft and luxurious surface to sleep on. However this type of mattress toppers is not good enough for people with body and joint aches.
• Egg crate mattress topper: this is the commonest type of mattress toppers, they are firm and very cheap which makes them extremely affordable. They are also very flexible and light to be carried away to long journeys and vacations. Therefore you are aiming at getting a mattress topper that is cheap but comfortable then egg crate mattress toppers are the way to go.
• Wool mattress topper:wool mattress toppers are exceedingly durable, very soft and will provide with very natural comfort. People who are very sensitive with allergies, these are probably the best type of mattress toppers to look out for. With all the great qualities that wool mattress toppers have you must be ready to pay a high price for them.

Temperature regulation: we all know how uncomfortable it is to sleep in very hot or very cold temperature therefore looking for mattress topper that balances sleep temperature is a big consideration. For this matter mattress toppers designed with natural material are the best take for example wool and down feather.

Body contouring: for this matter memory foam mattress toppers are the best reason being they are made with material that conforms to the shape of your body while responding to body temperature. If you do not like these synthetic material then wool mattress toppers with a lot of fiber will also be good when it comes to body conformation.

Firmness: since we all have different firmness desires it is best to buy a mattress topper with adjustable firmness. Some people have conditions require added firmness while for other even just a little firmness is enough. This therefore makes a memory foam mattress the best choice when it comes to firmness.

Dissolving of motion: you will have a more peaceful and restful night if the mattress topper you have has ability to dissolve your partner’s tossing and turning movements. Latex and memory foam mattress toppers are the best for that quiet night sleep.

Additional features: with the increase in technology every other day, mattress toppers with better features are always coming therefore if you can pay for those extra features then good for you. For example some mattress toppers have a protective cover and are hypoallergenic those are some of the additional features that you can look out for.

Support and pain relief: a mattress topper that does not provide the right amount of support will definitely cause body pains and aches. So depending on what your health condition is, you should always look out for a mattress topper that gets rid of pressure points by providing enough support.

Comfort: the main reason as to why you are buying a mattress topper is to have more comfortable sleep therefore always look out for a mattress topper that will make your mattress much more comfortable than it was before. Since we are all different some people will perceive memory foam as the most comfortable while others feel that latex or wool is more comfortable.

Ease of maintenance:you will eventually have to clean your mattress topper and if it is not easy to clean and maintain, it might instead become a burden and frustration for you. Feather down mattress toppers are the most difficult mattress toppers to clean so be ready for that when you are buying them.

Warranty: the warranty a mattress topper is one indicator of its quality. The best mattress toppers have warranty of between 2 to 5 years so take note of that when buying one.

Thickness: the thickness of your mattress topper definitely adds up on the support it provides, if you are looking out for mattress topper to make your mattress more comfortable then it is much be thick enough. 2 inches and below will be the best thickness of a mattress toper, it will make you feel comfortable without necessarily altering how you feel on your mattress.

Price: I actually do not know why this is not number one reason on my list because it extremely important. The price you will pay for your mattress topper does not at any one moment give you assurance that it is the best. It is all about how well the mattress topper satisfies your needs but not the price tag. Make good research about the particular mattress topper that you want to buy before you go ahead and pay for it. Memory foam and wool mattress toppers are the most expensive while egg crate toppers are the cheapest.