In the Bedroom

How a Mattress Topper can Make Your Bed more Comfortable

Getting enough sleep is the key to conquering the following day. The comfort of your bedroom furniture is important. That’s why choosing a mattress is such a monumental decision. Do you find that even though your mattress was the correct fit for you at purchase, it has lost its comfortable appeal? Simply choosing a mattress topper can make your bed more comfortable for years to come. Mattress toppers let you adjust the firmness of your bed and, just like mattresses, there is a wide variety to choose from.

Mattress toppers are simply an extra pad (usually one to four inches thick) that are laid on top of, and can extend the life of, your mattress. If your mattress is a couple years old but you find it isn’t as comfortable as it once was, consider looking into a mattress topper to refresh the mattresses comfort and support. Another, sometimes over looked, reason for needing a mattress topper is for going off to college. In this situation, you may not be able to use your own mattress. To customize the support and comfort of your new dorm bed, simply bring along a mattress topper. You can go to a show room and try out the one that is right for you, and assure for well-rested nights in your dorm bed. As far as mattress toppers go, there’s no need to just stop at just one! Pile on as many as you’d like to adjust the firmness and comfort of your mattress.

Mattress toppers are easy to use. First, simply flip your mattress (if 2-sided) to prepare for placement of the topper. Flipping your mattress should already be done a couple times a year to ensure that it gets even wear on both sides. If you have a one side mattress spin it 180 degrees from head to toe. A mattress topper will work more efficiently on a bed that is wearing evenly.  Next, find the topper that will work best for you and work best on your existing mattress because there are many types to choose from. Once your topper has been chosen, you simply unroll it on top of the bed so that the four corners line up with the four corners of the mattress. Sleeping on a mattress topper will be no different from sleeping on a mattress so long as you have a fitted sheet to hold the topper secure. Without the fitted sheet, the mattress topper may slide around or bunch up. Installing a mattress topper is a quick and simple adjustment to make to the comfort of your bed.

It’s a well-known fact that a comfortable bed can help you achieve the right amount of sleep to allow you to wake up energized and ready to conquer your day. In today’s hectic, fast-paced society we all need all the rest we can get. Consider your mattress topper the foundation for making your bed as comfortable and cozy as possible. Wrap it in sheets, cover it in blankets, and pile it high with pillows and come prepared to snuggle in for a long night of restful sleep.

Douglas Belleville

Doug Belleville and his father Dave own and run STLBeds - a specialty sleep store located in Arnold, MO. The staff at STLBeds is highly educated about sleep, comfort and their special sleep products. STLBeds only carries high quality mattresses and bed-related products. You won't find the brand names here - click here to find out why!

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