Bed buying guide: How to find the bed that’s best for you
Is it time to bless your boudoir with a brand new bed? Great! The path to a healthy body and mind starts with quality sleep. However, before you make this investment in yourself, there are a few important things to know about bed frames and how to find the one that’s right for you. In this informative bed buying guide, we’ll familiarise you with bed types, from foam beds to pocket springs and beyond, so you can shop with confidence.
Considerations before buying your new bed
Are you drowning in the sea of choice and competing information about buying a new bed? You just want a comfy bed, right? Something that looks nice, but more importantly, gives you a sleep so deep you could rival Sleeping Beauty. Well, flounder no longer because Amart is here to help!
The major considerations before buying a new bed include:
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Bedroom size: To determine the size of bed you need, measure how much space you’ve got in your bedroom, taking into account any other bedroom furniture such as bedside tables and dressers.
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Bed sizes: Once you know the size you need, browse Amart’s range of single, king single, extra long single, double, queen, king, and super king size beds.
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Material of the bed frame: Your choice of bed frame material comes down to style and budget. So, work out the style you’d like based on your existing home décor, then shop our range of high-quality bed bases made from timber, timber look/MDF, metal, fabric, and leather look materials. From affordable to luxe, you’ll find something within budget.
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Mattress size: Once you’ve selected your bed frame, pair it with the appropriate size and type of mattress. Our mattress size guide is a handy reference tool.
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Height: Mattress height can vary significantly between styles, so make sure the height you choose suits your bed frame.
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Support: Whether you’re buying a good mattress for yourself or someone else, it’s important to consider the level of support they’ll need. Spinal support is just as important for kids’ growing bodies as it is for adults.
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Lifespan: An investment in your bed is an investment in your sleep. So, choose a quality bed frame with a good warranty period. Experts recommend replacing your old mattress with a new mattress every 7-10 years. All Amart’s mattresses are backed by a minimum 10-year warranty.
Choosing the right style to match your interior design
It’s easy to stick to your interior design tastes at Amart with our style filters. You can browse our beds by style at the click of a button. Time is precious, so don’t spend it sifting through the beds that don’t suit your theme. You’ll find Scandi, glam luxe, French provincial, industrial, traditional, and more. Whatever style of bed you’re seeking, you’ll find it easily at Amart.
How a bed frame can affect your night’s sleep
Imagine your bed creaking and squeaking every time you roll over. Or feeling like you’re in a ship on the high seas each time your sleeping partner moves on their side of the bed. Definitely not conducive to a good night’s sleep! A solid bed frame paired with a quality mattress gives your body the support it needs while minimising partner disturbance so you can get quality sleep night after night.
Beds for the whole family
Get the whole family snoozing soundly on a high-quality bed from Amart. Here’s a snapshot of the most popular bed sizes for families:
Kids - the first bed for a child progressing out of their cot or toddler bed is a single bed. Kids grow fast, so some parents choose to future-proof their child’s bed by going straight to a king single or extra-long single as these are longer than single beds and can therefore accommodate a tall teen or adult.
Tweens/teens - If you have the space, tweens, and teens like double beds and queen beds so they can spread out, enjoy their space, and feel a little more grown-up.
Adults - The most popular bed size for Australian couples is queen size. However, if you have the space, a king-size or super king-size bed guarantees more room and a level up in luxury.
Your sleep position affects the type of bed you should buy
Did you know that the position you sleep in should be taken into consideration when choosing your bed? An ensemble bed base or slat base provides a firm foundation for the mattress that suits your preferred sleeping position. Amart’s range of quality mattresses includes pocket spring mattresses, innerspring mattresses, memory foam mattresses, latex mattresses, and hybrid mattresses.
Here’s what we find our customers like based on their sleep position:
Side sleepers - a soft-medium mattress made of memory foam to support the hips and shoulders.
Back sleepers - a medium-firm mattress or firm mattress with springs or a spring and foam/hybrid mattress combination will reduce pressure points and support your spine.
Stomach sleepers - a medium-firm mattress for even body weight distribution with a gel-infused pillow top to contour the length of your body.
Ultimately, finding the best mattress comes down to what is comfortable for you. Amart’s mattresses are ranked by “mattress feels” including extra firm, firm, medium, plush, and ultra plush, and all beds can be further customised to your preferences with cushioning from a mattress topper. So, the combination of a quality bed base with the right mattress for your sleep style will be your ticket to snoozeville.
Our mattress types, “feels” and materials are explained in further detail in our mattress buying guide.
How to choose the right bed for back pain
Everybody has a different body. And what’s right for one may not be right for another. That’s why if you have back pain, be it a minor niggle or something more significant, a mattress that offers your back the right support can be life-changing.
So, how do you find the bed for which your back yearns? Start by knowing the basics.
Your bed and mattress should:
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Accommodate your preferred sleeping position - side sleeper, back sleeper, stomach sleeper or combination sleeper.
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Be comfortable as well as supportive - you might like the feel of a soft mattress, but you’ll need a good structure for spinal support beneath any plush comfort layers.
Memory foam mattresses cradle pressure points, contouring the body while holding the spine, hips, and shoulders in proper alignment. Pocket spring and foam mattresses such as Amart’s Orthokinetic range offer excellent edge support, responsiveness and pressure relief and are endorsed by Chiropractic Australia.
Adjustable beds are also gaining popularity amongst sufferers of back pain. Compatible with latex, hybrid, or memory foam mattresses, the head and foot sections of an adjustable base can be individually or simultaneously raised for ultimate comfort. Teamed with a bedhead, they look just like regular beds.
At the end of the day, your perfect mattress will depend on your personal preferences and circumstances. So, if in doubt, head to your nearest Amart store to try out our range for yourself.
Beds with built-in storage to maximise space
Whether space is at a premium or you just love having storage galore, a bed base with built-in storage for clothes, toys, bedding, (or anything, really!) will never go astray. Storage beds with drawers or gas lift beds provide a dust-free location for complete under-bed storage instead of (or in addition to) a tallboy or chest of drawers.
Match the right mattress with your bed frame
You have chosen a high-quality, solid bed frame in the style and size you want. Tick! Now it’s time to go mattress shopping. Aside from ensuring you buy the same size mattress as your new bed base, make sure the mattress height also suits your new bed frame as this can vary significantly between mattress brands. You’ll also need to check the compatibility of your mattress with your bed frame. For example, if you choose an adjustable bed, you’ll need a memory foam or latex mattress.
If in doubt, talk to an expert salesperson from the friendly team at your local showroom. Or if you’re buying your bed and mattress online, talk to the team live on our online chat.
And don’t forget, your beautiful new bed deserves some beautiful new bedding. Check out the range of bedding essentials like mattress protectors, quilt covers and sheets in our Perago Home range for classic and on-trend seasonal designs.
