According to the Dalai Lama sleep is “the best form of meditation” and one of the most important keys to self-care.

As one of the best mattress brands in South Africa, Slumberland knows that your mattress is one of the biggest contributing factors to the quality and quantity of your sleep. A proper night’s rest provides many advantages including reducing stress, improving memory, helping you lose weight, and reducing risk of depression.

Choosing the best mattress for you to sleep on therefore, is an investment in your overall well-being!

To assist our loyal clients Slumberland has identified seven key qualities to look at when choosing the perfect mattress:

1. Firmness – In general, if you are a side-sleeper your bed needs to offer you a softer mattress, if you prefer sleeping on your stomach you need a firm mattress, and back sleepers fall somewhere in between.
   
   
2. Size – Depending on room size and whether you feel restricted by a narrow bed, perhaps a more spacious double bed is for you. A queen size mattress may be ideal for couples, and a king size mattress would suit families that include a child or pet.
   
   
3. Longevity – Some mattresses are going to last longer than others. For example, innerspring mattresses generally take more wear and tear, and will need to be replaced sooner. Purchasing a quality bed from a reputable retailer will ensure durability and may give you peaceful sleep for many years to come.
   
   
4. Back Support – To determine the capacity of a mattress to provide back support, pay attention to the coils and springs that have been used during manufacturing. If you need a firm mattress, choose one that has a coil with a lower thickness gauge number. This number means that the wires are stiffer, thicker and the cushion is firmer.
   
   
5. Motion Transfer – If you share your bed with a partner, you’ll likely want to minimize motion transfer, so you and your partner won’t be disturbed by each other’s movements during the night.
   
   
6. Adjustability – Some mattresses can be adjusted in terms of both position and firmness, and some mattresses offer varying adjustments for both the left and right side of the bed, allowing you and your partner to get different sleeping experiences.
   
   
7. Price – When it comes to mattresses, you get what you pay for. If you want to purchase a better-quality mattress, you will need to be prepared to pay a little more.

It’s always a good idea to do some research and see what types of mattresses are available before you make your final decision. We suggest diving into luxury for the sleep your body needs.