Mattress Guide: Material Differences Explained

A mattress must meet many requirements. This often makes finding the right one even more difficult. We'll explain the different materials and which mattresses are suitable for whom.

A particularly exciting topic for family bed sleepers :)

Foam mattress: cold foam

• Good point elasticity
• Suitable for allergies
• a. suitable if you tend to get cold at night
• Well suited for side sleepers
• more durable than PU foam, but slightly more expensive
• Suitable for babies and children

Foam mattress: PU foam/ comfort foam

• lightweight material, no squeaking
• Suitable for allergies
• a. suitable if you tend to get cold at night
• Cuddly, comfortable sleeping feeling
• not as durable as other materials, but cheaper
• less suitable for very high body weight
• Foam mattress: Visco foam

Foam mattress: Visco foam

• Visco foam
• High point elasticity, very supportive properties
• Suitable for allergies
• a. suitable if you tend to get cold at night
• suitable for people with chronic muscle and joint problems
• Suitable for babies and children

Innerspring mattress: the "classic"

• Pocket spring core
  • point-elastic
  • Construction prevents squeaking
  • good ventilation
• Barrel pocket spring core
  • point-elastic
  • softer feel than pocket spring core
• Bonell spring core
  • Surface elastic
  • may squeak over time

Innerspring mattress: Who is it suitable for?

• if you tend to sweat at night
• if you often sleep on your back or stomach
• NOT suitable for electrically or mechanically adjustable slatted frames
• Not suitable for babies and children
• Not suitable for house dust mite allergies

The "ideal" mattress = different for every person!

We're all different; there's no one-size-fits-all mattress! Consider your specific needs when choosing. The goal: A straight spine while sleeping. By the way: A topper can further improve the sleeping comfort of a mattress.