Mattress Buying Guide
YOUR FOOL-PROOF GUIDE FOR
BUYING A MATTRESS
FIRM, MEDIUM, OR PLUSH
Which type of mattress would be best for you and your sleep? Here are some facts that may help you decide. Please keep in mind, though, that each mattress is constructed differently and the comfort level of each mattress will be different for each individual person. Having the right mattress can make all the difference in the time you spend awake.
FIRM
More support layers
Easier to move
Cooler sleep
Not as much pressure relief
Best for:
Back sleepers
Stomach sleepers
Heavier people
MEDIUM
Soft top feel
Medium support
Something for everyone
Some pressure relief
Contours to body
Best for:
Couples
Combination sleepers
Youths
PLUSH
More comfort layers
Superior pressure relief
Warmer sleep
Motion absorbing
Not as much support
Best for:
Side sleepers
People with joint pain
Lighter people
MATTRESS SIZE
TWIN
39" X 75"
TWIN XL
39" X 80"
FULL
54" X 75"
FULL XL
54" X 80"
QUEEN
60" X 80"
KING
76" X 80"
CALIFORNIA KING
72" X 84"
TEXAS KING
109" X 78"
THE RIGHT FOUNDATION
Supporting your mattress with the right foundation is just as important as the mattress itself! You can choose between a foundation, a box spring, or an adjustable base.
We highly recommend purchasing the foundation or box spring made specifically to complement your particular mattress to ensure the manufacturer's warrant is not voided due to insufficient support.
FOUNDATION
Wood frame & slats
Firmer support
Bed frame required
Used with most mattresses
BOX SPRING
Wood frame & metal coils
Added flexibility
Bed frame required
Typically used with higher end mattresses
ADJUSTABLE BASE
Multiple sleeping positions
Use in place of foundation
Bed frame not required
Used with adjustable friendly mattresses
All of our mattresses are adjustable friendly unless specifically noted otherwise.
FOUNDATION SIZE OPTIONS
There are options for each size of foundation or box spring, as shown below. Some sizes are in one piece and some are available in two pieces to accommodate navigating smaller spaces.
TWIN
1 TWIN BOX
39" X 75"
TWIN XL
1 TWIN XL BOX
39" X 80"
FULL (OPT 1)
1 FULL BOX
54" X 75"
FULL (OPT 2)
2 SPLIT-DOUBLE BOXES
27" X 75" EACH
FULL XL (OPT 1)
1 FULL XL BOX
54" X 80"
FULL XL (OPT 2)
2 SPLIT-DOUBLE XL BOXES
27" X 80" EACH
QUEEN (OPT 1)
1 QUEEN BOX
60" X 80"
QUEEN (OPT 2)
2 SPLIT-QUEEN BOXES
30" X 80" EACH
KING
2 TWIN XL BOXES
39" X 80" EACH
CALIFORNIA KING
2 SPLIT-KING BOXES
36" X 84" EACH
FOUNDATION HEIGHT
Most foundations are available in two different heights. This allows you to decide how tall the bed will be. With a taller mattress, a low-profile foundation can even out the height.
STANDARD
9" HIGH
LOW PROFILE
4.5" - 6" HIGH
ADJUSTABLE BASE OPTIONS
If an adjustable base is your style, you have to decide which features are important to you.
REVERIE O200
Wired Remote
Static 12" height
Head adjustable
Inventory varies by location.
REVERIE O300
Wireless Remote
Adjustable height legs
Head & foot adjustable
Memory & preset positions
LED lighting
Inventory varies by location.
REVERIE O400
Wireless Remote
Adjustable height legs
Head & foot adjustable
Memory & preset positions
Led lighting
Massage
USB
Inventory varies by location.
DO YOU NEED A BUNKIE BOARD
Some mattresses or base options are required to rest on a flat surface with no added flexibility. In this case, a bunkie board is recommended.
WHAT IS IT?
A bunkie board is a flat platform designed to fit between your mattress and bed frame for additional support.
TYPICALLY USED:
Between mattress and slatted platform Between adjustable base and platform bed