Sleep Tips

Helpful Sleep Tips & How To Buy a Mattress

It’s important to make an overall commitment to healthy, restorative sleep. Here are some tips and helpful things you should know before you buy a mattress.

Do Your Homework

Know the dimensions of your room so you know what size bed you can accommodate. Typical Box spring height: Standard is 9 inches, low profile is 5.5 inches.

Bed sizes:

Twin 38” x 75”

Twin XL 38” x 80”

Full 54“ x 75”

Queen 60” x 80”

Traditional King 76” x 80”

CAL King 72” x 84”

How To Shop for a Mattress

  • Comfort – is the key. Think about how you sleep (side, back, stomach)
  • Selection – choice is important. Always have multiple brands to choice from
  • Availability – 80% product in stock. Availability to deliver same day, next day, or next week
  • Convenience – 34 stores to choose from. More stores, better buying power
  • Sleep education – don’t be afraid to ask questions. How you sleep is just as important as what you are sleeping on.

Sleep Tips

From the Better Sleep Council for maintaining a healthy sleep cycle and ensuring the best night’s rest.

  • Make sleep a priority by keeping a consistent sleep (bedtime) and wake schedule, including weekend.
  • Create a bedtime routine that is relaxing. Experts recommend reading a book, listening to soothing music or soaking in a hot bath.
  • Transform your bedroom into a haven of comfort. Create a room that is dark, quiet, comfortable and cool for the best possible sleep.
  • Evaluate your mattress and pillow to ensure proper comfort and support. If your mattress is five to seven years old, it may be time for a new one. In general, pillows should be replaced every year.
  • Keep work materials, computers and televisions out of the bedroom; it should be used for sleep and sex only.
  • Exercise regularly, but complete workouts at least two hours before bedtime.
  • If you sleep with a partner, your mattress should allow each of you enough space to move easily. Couples who’ve been sleeping on a “double” (full size) may think they have enough room, until they learn that each person has only as much sleeping space as a baby’s crib!
  • Avoid nicotine (e.g., cigarettes, tobacco products). Used close to bedtime, it can lead to poor sleep.
  • Avoid caffeine and alcohol (e.g., coffee, tea, soft drinks, chocolate) close to bedtime. It can keep you awake.
  • Finish eating at least two to three hours before bedtime.

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