Can the Helix mattress help couples sleep together?

Sleeping with another personal can cause a lot of stress, even if you love them dearly.  Not everyone’s sleep habits and preferences mesh with each other.  In fact, it’s found that 25% of couples do not sleep in the same bed.  At Mattress Clarity, when we think about the best mattress for couples, we were speaking […]

The post Can the Helix mattress help couples sleep together? appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Avena vs Latex Foam

Avena foam is the top layer (comfort layer) of the Leesa mattress.  Many people talk about how comfortable the Leesa mattress is, however nobody really knows much about Avena (it’s really only used in the Leesa, as far as mattresses go).  What’s interesting about this foam is that it really is a latex alternative, although […]

The post Avena vs Latex Foam appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Step 3: Support and Spinal Alignment

So far, you have learned about evaluating the initial feel of a mattress and determining what you are looking for in terms of comfort and pressure relief. The third step to choosing your perfect mattress is support and spinal alignment. Many say that this is the most important step because you are essentially selecting the […]

The post Step 3: Support and Spinal Alignment appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Saatva vs Loom And Leaf

A lot of people who hear about Saatva then learn that the company also runs the brand Loom And Leaf.  Naturally, they wonder which mattress would be better for them.  Similarly, some people may first hear about Loom And Leaf and then find out it is run by Saatva.  We recommend both mattresses in general, but […]

The post Saatva vs Loom And Leaf appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Do At Least Some Basic Research

We get a lot of emails asking which mattress we like best.  From what we can tell, whatever we say, the person will just go out and immediately buy that mattress.  As we do this site more and more, we are noticing that a small percentage want to do intense research on which mattress they will like best.  A majority of people just want to do some very light research, and they don't really care that much if they think they are getting a good value.  A small percentage are like what we described before where they don't want to do any research at all, and they just want a recommendation.

We understand each person's position.  What we would recommend is at least doing some research to gain an understanding of the different types of mattresses and their pros and cons.  From there, you should analyze the type of feel you like and whether you sleep mainly on your side, back, stomach, or some combination of those three.  If you can at least do that little bit of research, you will be putting yourself at a much greater chance of success with your purchase.

I think a lot of people don't want to do tons of research because there are so many options, the terminology is very confusing, and it's very difficult to compare different mattress models.  It's all set up to be very discouraging, and that's why people a lot of times just want a recommendation.  We completely understand that mindset, but we would just recommend that you at least do some basic research.

If someone recommends a memory foam mattress to you, you may not like it because it has a very particular feel that some people love and some people hate.  If you sleep only on your stomach, but someone recommends a mattress that is ideal for side sleepers, then you probably won't end up liking the mattress to much.  There are many ways that quick recommendations can go wrong.

Ultimately, no one will know for certain that you will love a certain mattress.  It's up to you to do some basic research to at least make sure you are giving yourself a higher chance of success.

Flame Retardant

“Flame retardant” is a term that you will see a lot while you are shopping for a mattress. It refers to a layer of chemicals or natural materials that are used to ensure that the mattress meets flammability standards. There is a lot of controversy over the term because the traditional chemicals that are commonly […]

The post Flame Retardant appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Leesa Mattress Motion Transfer

I didn’t test the Leesa out with a partner, but I did perform the motion transfer test shown in the video above.  Not exactly a scientific measure, but you can see that the water bottle doesn’t move much at all as I roll around on the other side of the bed.  The top two layers […]

The post Leesa Mattress Motion Transfer appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Casper vs Loom and Leaf Mattress

Two of the most popular foam mattresses I have reviewed are Loom and Leaf and Casper.  Read on to figure out which one is right for you! Comfort Layers One clear difference is that Loom And Leaf provides two comfort level options, while Casper just has one option.  If you know that you like an […]

The post Casper vs Loom and Leaf Mattress appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

The Craigs Bed Mattress Review

The Craigs Bed joins a number of new bed-in-a-box mattress companies looking to disrupt the traditional industry model by designing their own mattress and shipping it directly to your door, straight from the factory.  The difference with The Craigs Bed is that it is designed by straight shooter and mattress store owner Craig.  He has […]

The post The Craigs Bed Mattress Review appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Leesa Mattress Firmness and Feel

You can see that the Leesa has a fairly good response time for a foam mattress.  The standard “hand print” made famous by Tempur-pedic is a little visible, but it springs up much more quickly.  Why is this good?  Well the response of the foam makes it so that you can move around in the bed […]

The post Leesa Mattress Firmness and Feel appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Natural vs. Synthetic: From a Green Perspective

Trying to figure out whether to go with a natural or synthetic material may very well be the hardest decision you have to make. Most people are not even aware that there are so many options until they start looking, and then they immediately feel overwhelmed. Some have no idea that material makes such a […]

The post Natural vs. Synthetic: From a Green Perspective appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Yogabed Promo Code $60 Off

Use the promo code “MCSS60” and get $60 off your Yogabed mattress purchase.  Yogabed also often includes 2 free pillows with the purchase of the mattress, and this coupon will not negate that bonus (if available). Yogabed already aims to deliver their mattress at a great price, selling only online to reduce costs as much as […]

The post Yogabed Promo Code $60 Off appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Finding The Best Mattress For Couples

We get a lot of messages from people who sleep with a partner, and they want to know what the best mattress for couples is.  We always caution that there is never one “best” mattress, and that certainly applies for couples just as much as it does for people who sleep alone.  In this article, […]

The post Finding The Best Mattress For Couples appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

The Common Complaints Of Tempur-Pedic Owners

We have received some messages asking if we know the common customer complaints that arise from people who own Tempur-Pedic mattresses.  Given this, we thought it would be interesting to put together a quick summary of the common complaints Tempurpedic owners have and what we think about their validity.  Without further ado, here is our […]

The post The Common Complaints Of Tempur-Pedic Owners appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Simmons Beautyrest Recharge Comparison 2015

The Simmons Beautyrest is one of the most popular lines sold by a variety of physical retail locations and online outlets.  However the trouble with this line is that the exact same mattress (or something very close to the same mattress) will have a different name at a different store.  So if you go to […]

The post Simmons Beautyrest Recharge Comparison 2015 appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Interview with Scott Paladini, Founder of Bear Mattress

This week we sat down with Scott Paladini, the founder of the recently launched Bear Mattress.  To learn more about the mattress check out our Bear Mattress review. What is your role at Bear Mattress?  Can you tell us a little about the company? My main role at Bear Mattress is to help people sleep […]

The post Interview with Scott Paladini, Founder of Bear Mattress appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Simmons Comforpedic Review

Comforpedic is a line of memory foam mattresses from Simmons that is now discontinued (as of early 2015).  Though they will stop making this line, some inventory may still be floating around, though naturally I would not recommend purchasing a discontinued model unless you are receiving a very steep discount off the sticker price. I’ll […]

The post Simmons Comforpedic Review appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Simmons Beautyrest Comforpedic IQ Review

When people see Comforpedic IQ, they first think of Sleep IQ – but really the two concepts have nothing in common (Sleep IQ comes from Sleep Number, a competing mattress company).  Keep in mind, as stated in my Comforpedic review, that Comforpedic IQ is discontinued (as of early 2015).  However I will provide some basics on the […]

The post Simmons Beautyrest Comforpedic IQ Review appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Leesa Discount Coupon

Simply click here to get a $75 off coupon code for the Leesa mattress.  The Leesa is already offered at a tremendous value, so saving an additional $75 really makes it an attractive offer. Overall I really liked the Leesa mattress, I found it very comfortable and offering a good tradeoff for comfort and support. […]

The post Leesa Discount Coupon appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Sleeping Positions: Choosing the Best Mattress for Your Normal Position

As a child, you were likely able to fall asleep in any position. Actually, if you have a baby or toddler, you may be so sleep deprived that you still catch yourself dosing off in random places. You know, you go into the pantry to grab something for lunch, and wake up using a roll […]

The post Sleeping Positions: Choosing the Best Mattress for Your Normal Position appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Yogabed Thermacool Cover

In the recent onslaught of online-only mattress companies, Yogabed was the first to come out with a removable cover.  The advantage is that the cover can be removed and washed, a perk for those looking to keep their mattress extra clean. Months after their initial launch, yogabed has come out with an updated version of […]

The post Yogabed Thermacool Cover appeared first on Mattress Clarity.

Leesa Mattress Review

The Leesa is one of the bed-in-a-box companies that actually gets very good reviews online, so I was excited to give it a try.  It’s got it’s own comfort layer of foam (Avena) which ended up being comfortable.  Overall I recommend the mattress, but it’s not a perfect fit for everyone. Watch my Leesa video […]

The post Leesa Mattress Review appeared first on Mattress Clarity.