Considering people spend a reported one-third of their lives asleep, most of this time being on their mattress, the majority of bed buyers do not invest the time and effort into making sure they buy the right mattress to suit them.

The quality of sleep that people have is largely dependent on their mattress and this quality of sleep is vital to our physical and mental health. It is, therefore vital that people take the time to research the different levels of firmness, the type of mattress and the size of bed that they feel will assist them in achieving the best sleep possible.

Firmness of a mattress is all dependent on personal preference. Some prefer a soft mattress, however, it has been suggested that the firmer mattresses are in fact a better options for health reasons.

Poor support can lead to muscle stiffness as well as neck and back pain as they support spinal alignment.  The ideal surface to sleep on is gently supportive and firm which is why getting a memory foam mattress is gaining increasing popularity.

In addition to the type of mattress to suit you, the size of the mattress should also be taken into consideration. Generally as a rule, bigger is better, particularly if you share your bed.  On average, healthy sleepers will move around 15 to 30 times during the night. For those sharing a bed, the space available will aid in reducing disturbances of sleep throughout the night.

Regardless of which mattress or bed you buy, it is always recommended that you try it out in the store before purchasing. In a shop it is expected that you will try before you buy and it is recommended that you lie on the mattress for at least ten minutes. If you are purchasing your mattress online on sites, such as dreams.co.uk, then have an idea of the type and size that you prefer.

The secret to buying the right mattress for you is to invest the time and effort into researching which bed provides you with the perfect support, firmness and comfort for your body.