Best Mattresses for Heavy People

Texas Mattress Makers

January 14, 2025 · 7 min read

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Surprising to most customers, weight is one of the most overlooked factors that should influence a mattress choice. How your weight is distributed throughout your body can affect what type of mattress support system would best suit you — and if you carry more weight on your body, finding the right supportive mattress can make a world of difference.

In our expert opinion, the best mattresses for heavy people are mattresses that can support both your weight and your body’s other sleep needs that have nothing to do with size. Unfortunately, for many plus-size customers, the search for the perfect mattress can be a tough one.

Wondering what type of mattress is best for a heavier person? The experts at Texas Mattress Makers are here to set the record straight.

Why is it so hard to find the right plus size mattress?

The harsh truth is that many big-name mattress companies do not offer products that cater to sleepers with bigger bodies. Even if they tend to carry larger mattress sizes (for example, a California King), these mattresses were not designed to support more weight than their “average” sleeper or allow them to get in and out of bed easily.

Many mattress companies that are trying to sell their customers the ideal mattress for heavy people tend to focus on one characteristic — the person’s weight — and ignore any other need they could possibly have. We at Texas Mattress Makers are working to solve this problem…and we think we have found the solutions.

The “big” problem with the Big Fig mattress

Before we dive into this discussion, we want to acknowledge that the goal of companies like Big Fig is a great one. No one should have trouble finding a quality mattress because of their size or any other condition. However, there are many problems that mattress brands like these overlook in the name of inclusivity.

If you decide to shop for a Big Fig mattress, you only get one choice. Their solution to providing the “first and best mattress for curvy bodies” is to give the shopper just one option to choose from. Although this mattress may be of excellent quality, it is a one-size-fits-all product — and because it doesn’t cater to every sleeper’s unique needs, instead focusing on only their weight, it can’t be the best bed for heavy people.

At Texas Mattress Makers, we know that there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all mattress.

Why one-size-fits-all never works for mattresses

We will say this statement until we are blue in the face: every sleeper has a unique set of needs that not every mattress can satisfy.

Even if a mattress claims it can work for a group of people (in this scenario, heavier people), there is no guarantee that every person who sleeps on that mattress will get the best quality sleep they deserve. Because Big Fig only offers one mattress, their customers may be settling for a bed that can’t satisfy all of their sleep problems. It may work wonderfully for one person, but it may not work for you.

If you want to find the best mattresses for heavy people, find a mattress manufacturer like Texas Mattress Makers that can educate you on how to choose the right mattress for your body and your needs. At the end of the day, you just need to find a mattress that feels right for you.

Is a firm or soft mattress better for heavy people?

The discourse online surrounding what type of mattress is best for a heavier person is often oversimplified. For example, many plus-size sleepers have been conditioned to believe that because they are plus-size, they can only sleep on certain kinds of mattresses.

Do heavier people need a firmer mattress?

Most mattress brands will say that heavier individuals would fare better with a firmer mattress, and while this may be true in some cases, it may not be true in others. Don’t cast what you like aside just because an article says you can’t have a softer mattress.

What to look for in a plus-size mattress

If you are a curvier/heavier person looking for a good mattress, focus on finding:

A top-quality, supportive mattress that can stabilize you as you sleep
Firm edge support that reinforces the walls to prevent a dent in mattress components
Customizations that can accommodate your body and any other sleep needs you have
Comfort components that soothe your joints for restful sleep
A sturdy mattress foundation to support your mattress for an extended lifespan (Keep reading: Do you need a foundation for a mattress?)

This is something you cannot get at big box retailers or with a one-size-fits-all brand like Big Fig. In order to find this mattress, ask yourself, what is the best mattress for me? We can help find it.

The best mattresses for heavy people: Introducing the Quantum™ Coil Collection

If someone were to come into our store and ask about our most supportive mattress, we would immediately introduce them to our Quantum™ Coil mattress collection. Why? What’s so special about it?

For starters, our Quantum™ mattress coil component is manufactured with top-of-the-line materials for enhanced durability. The coils are individually wrapped in their own pocket of fabric, allowing the coils to move independently for motion isolation and personalized support.

Second, a mattress made with the Quantum™ Coil component will have 200% more coils than the average mattress coil count, providing the sleeper with unmatched support regardless of weight. Lastly, these coils promote airflow throughout the mattress to keep even the hottest of sleepers cool and comfortable all night long.

We tested the durability of this component by running over it with a truck weighing over 26,000 pounds — and the Quantum™ Coil was able to withstand the weight without any damage. Think that’s too good to be true? Go ahead, watch the video for yourself!

The mattresses in our Quantum™ Coil collection have been referred to as your “forever mattress” because no other mattress will provide this level of durable support and comfort. If you want the most luxurious sleep without the luxury price tag, this is the mattress for you.

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Find the Right Mattress For You with Texas Mattress Makers: All Body Types Welcome!

We have the best mattresses for heavy people because we create a wide variety of mattresses that can suit a wide variety of sleepers’ needs. When you step into a Texas Mattress Makers showroom, you will work with an expert who will take the time to get to know you and your unique needs and preferences to find the best mattress for you.

As the manufacturer of the mattresses we sell, we have a better understanding of the components and characteristics that can give you the healthiest sleep possible. We also create custom mattresses at a lower cost so that you can get your dream bed without forking over your entire life savings (read more about how a custom mattress can improve your sleep quality).

While mattresses like the Big Fig mattress are a great addition to the industry, Texas Mattress Makers can offer you much more to get the sleep that you deserve. You shouldn’t have to shop at a specialty store to find a product that works for you. Texas Mattress Makers will not treat you differently because of your body type.

Visit any of our Houston mattress stores today for an inclusive mattress shopping experience that focuses on YOU!

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