In an earlier post, we shared what to look out for when you are out shopping for a new mattress. Things to consider such as trial nights, warranty and if you should be buying a big item like a mattress online. We will now share in-depth on how to choose the best mattress when shopping in Singapore.

What Type Of Mattress To Choose?

1. Spring Mattresses

The most traditional mattresses are open spring mattresses. It contains continuous open coils in the mattress made into numerous springs. If you like a bouncy bed, a spring mattress is your answer. However, they are less supportive for the back than most other mattresses and perhaps better suited for the extra bedroom for guests where they are only used occasionally.

Besides open spring mattresses, there is also the pocket spring mattress. Pocket spring mattress houses small springs within their own pocket of fabric. This provides more support than the open spring mattress and you can choose from soft, medium or firm depending on your preference. It is more breathable than latex or memory foam mattresses. The downside is that the pocket spring mattress weighs a lot more and is heavy to lift and turn.

2. Latex Mattress

Latex mattresses are popular in Singapore. You can choose between 100% natural latex mattress, which is non-toxic and environmentally friendly to dispose of or the synthetic version which involves chemical production. There is also a mixed latex mattress with both synthetic and natural latex as filling. Latex mattress is known for its durability and it is also breathable. The 100% natural latex mattress is good for allergic sufferers. But it is firm and can also be heavy to lift and turn. Latex is great for sleepers who also like to have some bounce in their bed and want to stay away from the indentation that comes with memory foam mattresses.

3. Memory Foam Mattress

Memory foam mattress has the ability to embrace your body’s contours. As it moulds to the shape of your body, it also absorbs the weight where it is heaviest and helps to relieve the pressure on your joints. But memory foam has a bad reputation for sleeping hot. More advanced memory foams are coated with cool gel to mitigate the heat problem creating a cooler mattress compared to traditional ones. If you want a body shaping hug on your mattress for pressure relief, memory foam mattress could be for you.

4. Pillow-Top Mattresses

Pillow-top mattresses fall into the hybrid category where spring, latex and memory are mixed together. They usually have a soft material stuffed or sewn into the cover. For example, Affairs Living's MattX™ Mattress. The Hybrid Mattress' top cover are knitted with TENCEL™, a superior all-natural material from Lenzing in Austria, famous for its cooling and smooth properties. The Dual Mattress is the First Flipabble mattress in Singapore, features Artic Cool Technology™ provides better cooling power. They are designed for a balanced sleep experience combining all of these materials for comfort and support.

Mattress Firmness

The next thing you would want to consider is the firmness of the mattress. How firm you would like your mattress really depends on your health condition and what type of sleeping position you usually sleep in.

If you prefer something harder, our MattX™ Dual Mattress and  MattX™ Hybrid Mattress are your best bet. They are First Flippable Mattress in Singapore, each side is a different firmness, 7 ~ 8.5 out of 10. Two firmness choices in one mattress simply flip over and shift the removable  Artic Cool Technology™ and TENCEL™ cover on the side where firmness suits your best.

What to Do after Your New Mattress Arrives?

Most of us would like to jump onto our new mattress or to dress it when it arrives. But it is best to air your new mattress for at least four hours to remove and smell from the warehouse and to make sure it is not damp or cold. Ideally though, you should consider airing your mattress weekly by removing your bedsheet. It is also a recommended practice to turn your mattress over every six months to stop indentation forming due to your weight on the mattress.

Mattress Toppers

Last but not least, you can consider getting a mattress topper to go along with your new bed mattress. Mattress toppers are placed on top of bed mattresses to add the extra comfort. You can choose from different materials from good feathers, polyester, cotton to memory form.

We hope the information provided can help you choose the best mattress in Singapore. Shop at Affairs Living Singapore for all your bedding needs.

About Affairs Living

Affairs Living is one of Singapore’s leading smart furnishing solutions. Dedicated to helping you create a cosy living space you’d look forward to at the end of the day, our selection of bedding accessories—ranging from quilt covers to fitted sheet sets—can truly provide you with the ultimate sleeping experience. 

Whether you’re looking for an adjustable bed base for the perfect sleeping position or a mattress that can alleviate your back pain, we can be your one-stop solution. Our smart home technology also carries the promise of ending morning grogginess through an AI Function SMART Alarm, head and foot controls, and presetting your favourite positions!

Here at Affairs Living, we have everything you need to make your bedroom feel like a luxury hotel. Grab the best deals, enjoy same-day delivery services and visit our newest showroom to start the most romantic affair of your homeownership journey. Shop now!