The right bed .. how to decide
The right bed .. how to decide
GIVEN how much time we spend sleeping the beds we choose for our homes can have a big impact on the quality of our lives. Even our waking hours are directly influenced by the quality of sleep we get each night, so investing in a good bed makes good sense. Linda Breedt, spokesperson for a local bed and base set retailer says when choosing your bed there are some factors which we would do well to consider when making our choices.
Do your homework “Work out a budget to determine how much money you have to spend purchasing a base set,” said Linda, who believes this is a great way to ensure you don’t overspend and suffer the financial burden later. Next, go on-line and do some research to see which base sets are available within your price range, making a point of also checking the promotions pages in your local papers. If you do your homework first you can go straight to where you want to buy. Consider issues like comfort based on past experience as well as your needs to help you decide what you need, what you are able to spend, and which base sets you are interested in. Think of budget and how the bed will fit into your home as well as who is going to be using it.
Consult the experts
Speaking to experts should be part of your fact finding mission. Breedt says taking to sales consultants can really assist you in your choice. “Sales consultants have been trained to ensure that you not only choose the right base set to suit your needs, but to also give you sound advice on how to prolong the lifespan of your base set for total peace of mind,”she says. Larger stores offer a wide range of trusted brands in each of their stores.
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Comfort
Comparing beds gives you the only way to make an informed choice on whether a firmer or softer bed is best for you. Considering your existing bed is also helpful in this regard. Do you suffer from backache? It is possible your bed is too soft and isn’t giving your back the lumbar support needed to keep you in the best position while sleeping. Considering the beds you might have slept in at hotels or when visiting friends or family, or even the how soft or firm your favourite sofa is can give you clues to what level of support your body needs in a bed. Once you have figured that out you are on the right track to finding a bed that is going to give you the best comfort and support for beneficial nights of sleep.