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The magazine Consumer Reports has rated just about every
product under the sun, from automobiles to cat food. There's
one product that the magazine's editorial board
refuses to rate - mattresses. The reason? The members
of their consumer review panel can't make a decision
because they're too widely divided in their opinions
of which mattresses are best. It highlights a simple fact:
the right mattress is a highly personal thing.
According to the experts at the company that makes Sealy
mattresses, choosing the right mattress is a decision
that you should not take lightly. Take the time to be
sure that the mattress you choose is going to be comfortable
for the long run, and that it is built to stand up to
the years of use it will get. Here are some hints and
tips for buying the best mattress for you from Sealy.
1. Make price as little a consideration as possible.
That goes both ways. Don't believe that just because
it's an expensive mattress, it's a good one.
Expect to pay a fair price for your new mattress, though.
Keep in mind that you'll be getting 7-10 years use
out of it.
2. Visit a sleep shop staffed with knowledgeable
sales staff.
Expert advice can be invaluable. The sales staff should
be able to tell you more than how much a mattress set
costs. There ARE mattresses that will suit you better
if you weigh a bit more than average, as well as those
that will do your aching back a world of good. Ask for
help - it can save you a damaging mistake.
3. Test out the mattress.
Too many folks are shy about lying down on a mattress
in public. You'll never know if a mattress is
comfortable unless you stretch out on it and check it
out. Even then, a few minutes on your back is no substitute
for an in home warranty. Be certain that the mattress
you buy can be returned after a home trial so that you're
not stuck with a mattress that causes more problems
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