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Mattress 101

The Expert’s Mattress Buying Guide

There’s a lot that goes into choosing the right mattress for you. Picking out a mattress with the right comfort level and components for your unique sleep needs will ensure years of healthy rest. Not sure where to start? This mattress buying guide from the pros at Texas Mattress Makers features all the expert knowledge you need to pick the perfect mattress.

Here’s what to consider when shopping for a new mattress.

Which Mattress Comfort Level is Right for Me?

Different bodies have different needs, and no one comfort level is right for everyone. Learn more about the different mattress comfort levels and discover which one is right for you.

Note: Each of our mattresses has its own unique feel. Please see product pages for full comfort level details.

Ultra-Soft (1)
Soft (2-3)

Soft mattresses use softer foams at the top of the comfort layers that allow you to go deeper into the surface of the mattress, while still having support underneath. Soft mattresses are great for all sleeping positions but are most loved by side and back sleepers who are lightweight or are in an average weight class.

Medium (4)

Medium mattresses offer a balanced sleep experience of softer cushioning with dense, sturdy support. Not too soft, not too firm, this is truly a happy medium comfort level and is a great option for all types of sleepers.

Medium-Firm (5-7)

A medium-firm mattress combines both cushion and resistance so that you can experience plush pressure point relief without sinking, while also being suspended on top of the mattress. This feel is the most popular feel for all sleeping positions.

Firm (8-9)

A firm mattress is great for sleepers who like to feel suspended on top of the mattress without sinking into the comfort layers below. This feel is great for all sleeping positions and is especially good for those who prioritize mobility on the mattress.

Ultra-Firm (10)

Ultra-firm mattresses offer maximum support with little to no give to keep you supported on the mattress surface with zero sinking. An ultra-firm mattress is ideal for sleepers who want that hard, as-close-to-the-floor-as-possible surface feel.

Ultra-Soft (1)

Soft (2-3)

Medium (4)

Medium-Firm (5-7)

Firm (8-9)

Ultra-Firm (10)

Disclaimer: The explanations of our mattress feels are based on testing done with sleepers of an average weight of 130-230 pounds and after the mattress has been fully broken in after approximately 30-60 nights.

How Do I Choose the Right Kind of Mattress?

Choosing the right components and materials is what truly makes a mattress perfect for you and your needs. Our mattress collections cater to specific needs, preferences, and budgets that will give you the best sleep of your life.

MATTRESS TYPES

VertiCoil Innerspring Mattresses

Innerspring

Open coils are the traditional coil used in innerspring mattresses. They’re best used for small children and teens or those who need minimal support.

Hybrid Mattress

Hybrid

Hybrid mattresses combine individually wrapped coils and different types of materials for an ideal mix of comfort and support.

Euro Top Mattress

Euro Top

Euro top mattresses use high quality foam in the surface, however, this foam layer is sewn directly to the top of the mattress and flushes with the edges for superior comfort.

Latex Mattress

Latex

Latex offers pressure relief and support with just the right bounce to keep you feeling light and soft as you sleep.

Memory Foam Mattress

Memory Foam

Memory foam gently conforms to the body for a soft, cushioned sleep experience.

Note: Not recommended for people who sleep hot.

MATTRESS COLLECTIONS

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Essential Collection

Offers quality mattresses for unbeatable prices.

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Hybrid Plus Collection

Combines advanced technology with exquisite craftsmanship to provide unmatched comfort and responsive support for a great night’s sleep.

Quantum™ Mattress

Quantum™ Collection

Provides unmatched support, motion isolation, air circulation, and luxurious comfort to every sleeper.

100% Foam Collection

100% foam mattresses provide comfort, pain relief, body contouring, and support for people who want a foam mattress.

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Youth & Guests Collection

Quality components provide the comfort and support necessary for healthy sleep at incredible price points.

MATTRESS COMPONENTS

VertiCoil Innerspring Mattresses

Open Coil

Open coils help your mattress retain its shape and allow for enhanced airflow, promoting a cooler night’s sleep.

Pocketed Coil

Individually Wrapped Coils

Individually wrapped coil support layers are highly durable and offer cooling airflow, reduced motion transfer, and ideal lumbar support.

Quantum coil

Quantum™ Coil

Quantum™ Coil uses nearly 200% more coils than a standard mattress for luxury comfort and optimal lumbar support.

Memory Foam Mattress

Memory Foam

Our foam mattresses cradle the body, provide pressure point relief, and minimize motion transfer for long-term comfort.

Foam Mattress

High-Density Foam

This foam is a denser, firmer foam that is used in the base of our 100% memory foam mattresses to provide stability and support to those who want the cushion without the crater.

High-Resilience Foam

With its more buoyant feel, high-resilience foam mimics latex. Allows pressure point relief without foam’s cradling effect and is open cell to allow airflow promoting a cooler sleep.

Latex Mattress

Latex

Celsion, copper-infused, or graphite-infused talalay latex can be incorporated for your unique support needs and help provide a cooler sleep.

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Ice Blue Quilt Technology

The Ice Blue Quilt Technology helps keep your body temperature neutral as you lay on the mattress to help you achieve a cooler sleep through the night.

Do I Need a Foundation?

In short, yes! Adding a foundation provides important benefits for both your mattress and your body, so you can sleep better for longer. The only times that you do not need a foundation are if you are buying an Adjustable Foundation or you have a platform bed where the mattress is completely supported by a solid base rather than just slats.

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Choosing the Right Mattress For Your Body

Sometimes, the mattress you think you want isn’t actually the mattress that’s best for your body. Learn how your weight, height, body shape, and preferred sleeping position all come together when searching for the perfect mattress.

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Which Mattress Size is Best for My Needs?

When it comes to choosing a mattress, size is important. Before you click “Buy”, hear from our mattress experts and learn what to consider when picking a size for your new mattress.

Mattress Size

Dimensions

Twin

Mattresses

Twin 38” x 75”

Twin XL 38” x 80”

size

Get the room you and your partner need to stretch out and sleep comfortably.

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Full

Mattresses

53” x 75”

size

Great for solo sleepers, guest rooms, and more.

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Queen

Mattresses

60” x 80”

size

A versatile size perfect for couples, guest rooms, and even those with pets.

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King

Mattresses

76” x 80”

size

Get the room you and your partner need to stretch out and sleep comfortably.

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Split King

Mattresses

76” x 80”

size

Personalize each side of your mattress to meet you and your partner’s unique comfort needs.

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California King

Mattresses

72” x 84”

size

Get the space you need to sleep comfortably without sacrificing space in your bedroom.

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Create a Custom Mattress for Your Specific Needs

Whether you need a custom mattress for a boat, RV, a vintage bed frame, or any unique need in between, Texas Mattress Makers’s experts can craft the perfect custom solution.

What are Some Common Mattress Myths?

If you’re shopping for a mattress, you have a lot of things to consider — and we’re here to help you remove myths from the equation. Before you buy a “one-size-fits-all” mattress, let our experts help you unpack the myths and gimmicks that stand between you and the perfect mattress.

Get the Truth

Mattress Myth 1:

One Size Fits All

A good mattress does not just roll up to your doorstep.

Mattress Myth 2:

All Mattresses Are the Same

While most mattresses look the same from the outside, the difference is in the details of what is in the inside.

Mattress Myth 3:

Relying on Technology vs. Experts

One of the best mattress experts in the country talks about common sleep challenges and how to fix them.

Why Buy From Texas Mattress Makers?

  • 0% interest for 60 months financing available

    We make handmade comfort work for you and your budget.

  • 90-night comfort guarantee

    If you aren’t 100% satisfied after 90 nights, we will make it right.

  • 5-10year warranty*

    Shop with confidence — if your mattress isn’t perfect, we are here to help.

  • Locally Manufactured

    Every mattress we sell is handmade right here in Houston, Texas.

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