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Best Mattresses for Side Sleepers of 2024
Our mattress lab tests assess a range of factors, including support for back and side sleepers. But in this roundup, we focus on each mattress’s ability to support side sleepers specifically. To test this, we map points on the spine while subjects lie on their side on each mattress. We then connect those dots and compare how much the spine…
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Saatva vs Purple mattresses — which Black Friday mattress sale should you shop?
Type: Hybrid innerspringFirmness option: Plush Soft, Luxury Firm, Firm Height: 11.5″ or 14.5″Sizes: 8 (including split king)Sleep trial: 365 nightsWarranty: LifetimePrice (on sale): from $995 at SaatvaShipping: Free white glove deliveryReturns: $99 Type: All-foam (with GelFlex Grid)Firmness: Medium to medium-firmHeight: 11″Sizes: 7Sleep trial: 100 nightsWarranty: 10 yearsPrice (on sale): from $1,139 at PurpleShipping: Free standard deliveryReturns: Free Saatva and Purple are two sleep brands that have a model for every sleep…
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9 Best Mattresses of 2024, Lab-Tested and Reviewed
There are more than 250 mattresses in our ratings, each with an Overall Score that’s determined, in large part, by the model’s performance on a range of tests: sleeper support, firmness level, stabilization level, and durability. To test stability (also known as motion isolation), we drop a 38.5-pound weight onto the mattress and measure the vibrations at the point of…
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Wayfair’s fall sale is live — 15 deals I’d shop now on furniture, mattresses and more
If you’ve shopped at Wayfair, you know the online retailer that specializes in home goods is a rare gem that pairs affordability with style. For those looking to revamp their home without breaking the bank, we strongly encourage you to check out Wayfair’s current sale. In honor of the new season,Wayfair’s fall savings event is offering a whopping 75% off…
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Best Crib Mattresses – Consumer Reports
Because all crib mattress components are not typically disclosed, Consumer Reports reached out to all companies to ask them to share all of their mattress materials, including flame retardants, adhesives, and waterproofing. We also followed up with companies using materials that are linked to environmental or human health concerns, asking them to comment on why they’re using them. Lullaby Earth…
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Best Firm Mattresses of 2024
To better identify and explain firmness, we measure it by applying a load to the mattresses that gradually increases to 1,000 newtons, or 225 pounds. While that load is increasing, we plot the curve of the mattress’s deflection. The deflection at key points on this curve is then analyzed to determine a value that we then present on a scale of…
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The 5 best luxury hotel-style mattresses to buy in Labor Day sales
If you’re ready to experience the five-star comfort of a luxury hotel bed in your own home then now is an excellent time to buy. With many top brands starting their Labor Day sales early, you can expect some epic discounts and deals on some of the best luxury hotel-style mattresses on the market. One standout early deal comes from…
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