What size is an orthopedic mattress?

In order for sleep to bring you freshness and vigor in the morning, it is very important to organize a bed: comfortable pillows, a bed, high-quality bedding and, of course, an orthopedic mattress. For this important bedding to serve you well, it will not be enough just to choose a quality model. It is imperative that the mattress exactly fit the size of your bed, only then complete harmony will be achieved.

So, going for a new mattress, do not forget to determine the parameters of the future purchase, and for this you need to measure the width and length of your bed along the inner perimeter. It is not necessary to focus on the old mattress, because during the operation it is likely to have subsided and cracked in order and the dimensions may be inaccurate. It is best that both the mattress and the bed to which you buy it are from the same manufacturing country, as mattress manufacturers usually are guided by bed standards. domestic and European production. As a rule, these mattresses are rectangular or square in shape and are commercially available.

Mattresses for adults:

• Single beds The dimensions of such mattresses are 80 x 190, 80 x 195.80 x 200, 90 x 190 (190 x 90), 90 x 195, 90 x 200;
• One and a half: 120 x 190, 120 x 195, 120 x 200;
• Double beds: 140 x 190, 140 x 200, 160 x 200, 180 x 200, 200 x 200;

For children there are mattresses:

• For newborns: 50 x100-110, 60 x 120;
• For children from 3 years: 70 x 140, 70 x 160, 80 x 160;

The height of the orthopedic mattress depends on the filling: the more layers of filler in it, the higher it will be. Spring products, as a rule, are higher than springless ones. So, the height of the springless baby mattress can be 6-13 cm on the spring block - no more 18 cm. Springless mattresses for adults are up to 24 cm in height, and spring - up to 34. The model you choose should be slightly higher than the base of the bed by about 5 to 10 cm For people of full body, the higher the product, the better, because it will definitely bend under the weight of the body. As for newborns and babies, then, on the contrary, you need to make a choice in favor of a lower model, otherwise there is a risk that the child may fall out of the crib.

If the length and width of the purchase is 1 - 2 cm less or more of the bed parameters, it is permissible. If the error is in a big way, there will be a deformation of the product, and this will significantly reduce its service life and will create inconvenience during the rest on it. It is also undesirable that the length and width of the mattress be noticeably smaller than the base of the bed, because there is a danger of injury to the extremities in the gap that appears between the mattress and the side. This is especially true of children's beds.

In order for a sleeping person to sit comfortably on the bed and his muscles to be completely relaxed, and the blood circulation not to be disturbed, the length of the mattress should not be less than 15-20 cm more than his height. The most common length of bed for adults - 200 cm. And if the length single and double models can be the same, then the width they are completely different. Comfortable for a single place is considered the width equal to the distance from the elbow to the elbow of a person lying on his back with his arms outstretched. Thus, the width of the standard single models is 80-90 cm Width of standard double beds - 140, 160, 180 and 200 cm.

All mattresses have a limit on the maximum load on the bed, these values ​​must be indicated by the manufacturer in the passport to the product. But in the double models, as opposed to single, you must also take into account the difference in weight of partners. If it is more than the maximum allowed, you can choose one of the options:

• Purchase two single mattresses of the same height and combine them with one cover (conveniently, since you can choose models with different stiffness);
• To pick up a double mattress with a spring block, zoned in width for 2 zones with different loads on each (more expensive, but more comfortable).

If your bed is from Europe, and you want to buy an American mattress for it, or, on the contrary, you are trying to adapt a mattress of European or domestic production to a bed made according to US standards, you are unlikely to succeed. The fact is that in America the length is measured in inches, whereas in Europe, Russia and neighboring countries they use centimeters. When converted from inches to centimeters, a significant error is obtained,and such a product does not fit in its parameters to the base of the bed. In this case It is best to try to choose a model of the manufacturing country as the bed.

If, however, you did not manage to find a ready-made mattress of standard sizes or your bed is of an unusual shape, you can make an individual order. Manufacturers, as a rule, are eager to undertake such work and produce the product of the desired configuration and size. Of course, the price of a mattress made to order will be somewhat higher, but there are a number of advantages. You can choose the type of spring block or springless version, determine the number of layers of filler and materials for this. In addition, order, for example, a removable cover and choose the fabric and pattern for it.

As we have seen, choosing the right mattress in size is really important. But it is equally important that he has good orthopedic qualities and the necessary level of rigidity. These parameters depend on the materials from which it is made.The orthopedic effect (the ability to hold the spine anatomically correctly) in spring mattresses is provided by spring blocks, in springless ones - by fillers. Spring blocks can be:

• Dependent - in them the springs are connected to each other. The most famous of them is the Bonnel block. This option is inexpensive, but the level of orthopedic effect is low. It is well suited for a guest or cottage bed, as well as in the apartment that you have to rent.
• Independent. In such blocks, each spring is placed in a separate cover. Covers are fastened to each other, and the springs do not touch each other. When a point load is compressed one or more springs, the rest remain fixed. The higher the density of springs on 1 square. meter, the better the orthopedic quality of the mattress and the higher its cost. All this data is in the passport to the product.

Products on independent spring designs are more expensive, but they have an excellent orthopedic effect. Springless mattresses have the best orthopedic properties of models with natural latex filler. To a lesser extent, these properties endowed with high density polyurethane foam.

The rigidity of the surface of the product is determined by the fillers. Materials for fillers are:

• Hard (coconut coir, felt, sisal, flax, horsehair);
• Medium hardness (latex, high density polyurethane foam, periotek, holofiber);
• Soft (foam, memoriform, batting, etc.).

Hard mattresses suitable for small children up to 3 years old, adults of full physique, people with an incorrect posture. Elderly more suitable soft models, children from 3 years old and people with an average weight - medium hardness mattresses. For persons with spinal diseases, it is better to choose mattresses on a block of independent springs with zoning for 5, 7 and more zones, but after prior consultation with a doctor.

Each buyer chooses a mattress according to his needs, taste and financial possibilities, therefore it is impossible to answer precisely the question of which manufacturer’s products are better. Orient among the huge number of proposals and make a choice, you can examine the ratings of brands and customer reviews. Among domestic manufacturers the most popular are such factories as:

• Askona;
• Ormatek;
• Toris;
• Consul.

They rightfully won the trust of customers, as they produce products that can compete with foreign products in both quality and price. These enterprises produce not only affordable models, but also elite options that can satisfy the most demanding customers. Production is carried out using modern technological processes and environmentally friendly and hypoallergenic high-quality materials.

For example, a factory Askona It is part of the largest concern in Europe, with 20 factories located in different countries. It has its own innovations (spring block "Hourglass", Askona massage foam Popular models of the line "Fitness" created based on these ideas. In models "Fitness Arena", "Fitness Idea", "Fitness Liga" seven-zone spring block "Hourglass" with strengthening in seven zones, which account for the main load, relax the spine and back muscles, and massage foam will help you to wake up fresh and vigorous in the morning.

Second largest plant Ormatek It has its own large-scale production of spring blocks, on the basis of which mattresses of many manufacturers are made. Company Toris In addition, it has a large production of furniture and beds, so bed buyers have an excellent opportunity to purchase a high-quality mattress at the same time. Company Matramax also makes spring blocks independently and has a wide range of products. Three well-known main brands of the company: Matramax, Latrix (produced from 2014) and Innergetic. Manufacturer pride - model "Strummer" with a unique block "cellular springs", which can adapt to any position of the sleeper.

Among the popular foreign firms include:

• Serta (USA);
• Simmons (France), sold under the brand Sleepeezee;
• Sealy (United States);
• Tempur (Denmark).

Products of all listed manufacturers are popular with customers and collect mostly positive reviews. Foreign brands attract with their quality and reliability, domestic manufacturers won admirers by choice and value price quality. According to reviews, the most common mistakes in choosing a mattress in size, with which we hope this article can help you. In order to get only pleasant feelings from the purchase, it is important to determine at the beginning what kind of mattress is more suitable for you, its rigidity and orthopedic properties. Carefully study the technical characteristics of the model you like, consult with the seller and be sure to lie on the mattress in order to feel its full comfort.

Review the standard mattress sizes in the following video.