Picking a mattress can be seen as a super overwhelming and challenging thing to do as there are so many on the market at the moment, and so much to choose from. You may find yourself asking, ‘where do I start?’, well, we’re here to help you!
It all depends on what kind of sleeper you are and if you have any needs for your sleep (like a bad back, for example). There is an array of factors to take into consideration. And we’re here to help you with that.
Here at Michael Murphy Home Furnishing, we have a wide selection of mattresses all from 100% Irish, reputable brands: Irish Legacy, King Koil, Odearest, and Respa. When you look on our website, you will notice mattress ratings which tells you how soft or firm it will be.
Let’s break them down.
Rating 1 – Soft.
If you find yourself wanting to sink into the bed and have your bed cradle you to sleep, or if you find yourself with hip pain, a soft mattress is what you may want. The Odearest Faithlegg mattress is designed with cushion and a 1600 pocket spring system which allows for each individual coil to respond to pressure and movement – making it ideal for bed sharing. For added comfort and softness, the upper surface of the mattress is comprised of a natural fill pillow top which combines sleep-inducingly soft Merino wool and soothing cotton – a versatile mix which keeps you cool in summer and warm in winter.
The downside to a soft mattress is that it is not the best option for spinal alignment as you can sink into the mattress, so while it can be a great option for side-sleepers, for those looking for a good postural experience, there are other solutions out there.
Rating 2 – Soft-Medium.
If you are looking for something soft to drift asleep on, but something that supports you while doing so, rating 2 mattresses are for you. The soft yet supported nature of soft-medium mattresses can relieve you of joint pain and provide better night sleep for side sleepers or couples. Our Odearest Kildare Pocket 1000 and Respa Burren mattresses can provide this experience for you!
The Respa Burren has dreamy layers of foam and polyester that provide the cushion-soft base we all know and love, with the necessary support brought in by open coil springs. While the Odearest Kildare Pocket 1000 combines memory foam with a pocket spring system for a softer, more malleable feel! Both mattresses are soft-medium, giving you the soft yet supported experience, perfect for those who love to snuggle and sink into their bed!
Rating 3 – Medium-Firm.
Medium-firm is the perfect middle ground between soft and firm. If you want something that will be soft, contour to your body and has some back support, the Respa 1400 Imperial is for you. Generally speaking, medium-firm mattresses last longer and cost less than soft and medium types because their materials are much stronger! And they offer great support for side sleepers, chronic position switchers and stomach sleepers.
Respa 1400 Imperial has a quilted exterior that cleverly hides the advanced pocket spring system that is designed to distribute weight evenly and to dissuade the mattress from bending out of shape!
Rating 4 – Firm.
Firm mattresses are designed to have the sleeper sleeping on top of the mattress, not sinking into it, so perfect for heavy sleepers or those that like to sleep on their back, but not for side sleepers due to the firmness. Firm mattresses are great for spinal alignment and support thus reducing back pain.
At Michael Murphy Home Furnishing, we have the Irish Legacy Advance Life Pocket 1600 which has sturdy support and is ideal for those who have partners that move in the night (or maybe you are the shuffling partner!) as the sides are foam-filled which prevents any dipping or roll-off sensation at the edges.
Rating 5 – Extra Firm.
King Koil Back Guard is what you search for when looking for an extra firm mattress. If you think extra firm is for you, you may have back pain or poor spinal alignment. International Chiropractors Association (ICA) approved and endorsed; the King Koil Back Guard is the best thing you can do to support your back when you’re sleeping. You will feel supported and comfortable on this extra firm mattress.
We hope this breakdown was useful for you and your decision making process!