How to choose a mattress that’s best for you

There are a lot of things to consider when it comes to choosing your mattress. To choose a good mattress, you should bear in mind that it should provide the right support for your back, have adequate ventilation and easy maintenance. Our mattresses guarantee comfort, whatever the degree of firmness or the materials used.

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How to find the right mattress for you ?

A little knowledge makes it easier to choose. The key is to find a balance between firmness and softness, so that the mattress provides support where it´s needed, moulds itself to your body where it’s comfy and distributes the pressure to help you relax. The rest is personal preferences.

Too soft – no support for the body

A mattress is too soft when the feeling is that the entire body sinks into it without support for shoulders and hips. The spine doesn’t align correctly and the muscles work to correct the position, making it difficult to relax.

Too firm – too much pressure on the body

A mattress is too firm when you feel as if you lie on top of it. Heavy body parts don’t sink into the mattress, and it doesn’t mould itself to your body. This increases pressure on the body, and the spine doesn’t align correctly. )

Balanced firmness and softness

A mattress with the right balance between firmness and softness provides support where needed and allows heavier body parts to sink into the mattress. The spine enjoys a natural and comfy alignment, helping you to relax – and sleep snug.

Get started choosing your mattress

We’ll guide you through some key points to help you find your perfect match.

Characteristics	Mattress firmness guide
Body weight	Rule of thumb is that heavier people need a firmer mattress, lighter people need a softer one.
Body weight	Medium firm	Firm	Extra firm	Super firm
Sleeping position	Stomach sleepers: benefit from a firmer mattress	Side sleepers: benefit from a softer mattress with comfort zones		Back sleepers: benefit from a firmer mattress
Body shape	Wide shoulders, regular to wider hips Firmer with comfort zones	Wide shoulders, narrow hips Comfort zones	Narrow shoulders, narrow hips Works with most mattresses	Narrow shoulders, wide waist Comfort zones

How to choose the right size?

You don’t have to be an expert — we’ll guide you step by step to find the mattress that suits you best.

Type	Size
Small single	80×200cm
Single	90×190cm 、 90×200cm
Super single	120×200cm
Small double	140×200cm
Double	150×190cm、 150×200cm
Queen	180×200cm

Types of Materials for Mattresses

What is Comfort Zone?

The comfort zones of our mattresses are simply zones that support your body in different ways to keep your spine aligned and create a good sleeping position. Slightly softer springs around the hip and shoulder, so they can sink softly into the mattress. And slightly firmer springs where, on the contrary, support is needed – such as for the legs and ankles.

VITMASEN pocket sprung mattress with latex

5 comfort zones
Give very precise support and relieve pressure on shoulder and hip.

Natural latex
A 3cm thick layer of latex foam provides high pressure-relieving capacity, enabling your body to relax more fully.

VÅGSTRANDA pocket sprung mattress

7 comfort zones
7 comfort zones combine hard and softer springs to help keep your body aligned and relaxed.

New S-core-Dual pocket springs
provide exactly comfort to your body.

Pocket sprung mattress - Comparison table

Serie name	VESTERÖY	VALEVÅG	VÅGSTRANDA	VITMASEN	VATNESTRÖM
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Size (cm)	90x200 150x190 150x200	90x200 120x200 150x190 150x200 180x200	90x200 120x200 150x200 180x200	90x200 120x200 150x190 150x200 180x200	150x200 180x200
Price- 150x200 (cm)	$7,999	$8,999	$12,990	$14,990	$19,900
Various firmness	Firm Extra firm	Firm Super firm	Firm Super firm	Extra firm	Firm Extra firm
Thickness (cm)	20	24	28	25	26
Key feature	Individually wrapped pocket springs isolate movements You won´t disturb your partner	The 5 comfort zones in the mattress Give very precise support	Two layers of pocket springs Provide comfort exactly where it’s needed	Two layers of pocket springs 7 comfort zones S-core with pocket springs follow the curvature of the spine, helping to ease pain	Natural materials like coconut fiber Allow air to circulate

Foam Mattress - Comparison table

Series name	ÅGOTNES	ÅFJÄLL	ÅBYGDA	AKREHAMN
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Size(cm)	90x200 120x200 150x200	80x200 90x200 140x200	90x200 120x200 150x200	90x200 120x200 180x200
Price- 90x200 (cm)	$1,999	$2,999	$4,990	$6,990
Various firmness	Firm	Medium firm Firm	Firm	Firm
Thickness (cm)	10	12	16	20
Key feature	Basic firm foam give good support for your body	A layer of wadding in the cover adds cushioning	5 comfort zones 2-layered design with foam+memory foam provides pressure relief and support in all areas	5 comfort zones A combination of 3 selected foam layers even body weight distribution and relieve pressure on your spine and joints
Other uses	Suitable for loft beds, bunk beds and day beds	Suitable for loft beds, bunk beds and day beds	/	/

Tips for using your mattress

1. Rolled up and ready to go!

Most of the IKEA mattresses and all mattress pads now come rolled as a neat package that takes up minimal space. So our trucks transport more for less fuel. It also means you can take it home on the bus or fit it in the boot of your car.

2. A reminder of using a new mattress/mattress pad for the first time

●   A new mattress/mattress pad can be a bit too soft or firm when using it for the first time. Allow one month for your body to get used to the mattress/mattress pad.
●   A new mattress/mattress pad may have a distinctive odor when you first open it. Do not worry, the smell comes from the foam inside the mattress/mattress pad. It is tested to be non-toxic to human body.
●   Airing and vacuuming the new mattress/mattress pad will help to reduce the smell.
●   New mattresses/mattress pads are slightly compressed for storage or transportation. The original shape will be regained after 7-10 days of use.

3. Mattress care and cleaning

● Vacuuming the mattress helps remove dust mites. For details, please refer to the care instructions on the inner label.

● Use a mattress protector that can be easily removed and washed to keep the mattress cleaner and more hygienic.

● Even the highest-quality mattress may lose some comfort over time and accumulate dust and mites. Therefore, even with a 10-year warranty, we recommend replacing your mattress every 8 to 10 years.

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