How Your Bed Base Affects the Feel of Your Mattress

When furnishing the bedroom, lots of people are more likely to spend time choosing a mattress compared to when choosing a bed. That’s completely understandable because your choice of mattress will determine your comfort. For most folks, they make their choice for beds based on their appearance and quality only. So as long as it suits the look they’re going for in their bedroom and they’re sturdy enough to handle a good deal of weight.

While prioritizing the styling and visual design of a bed is important, it’s also crucial to keep in mind that bed bases have structural participation in the integrity and performance of your bed as a unit. The mattress does a lot when it comes to providing support and comfort to sleepers but it also requires support if it’s to stay in shape and do its job.

So if you want to know more about what a good bed base can do for you, keep reading.

A good bed base will keep your mattress in shape for a longer time.

As mentioned above, a good bed base can provide adequate support to the mattress. This is necessary so it won’t bend out of shape when you put weight on your mattress.

One good way to demonstrate this is how we don’t recommend using bed frames with slats with soft foam mattresses. The design is not bad in itself, in fact, it’s good for distributing weight, but soft foam can be pushed in between the slats and cause some deformation in the process. This can affect the lifespan and performance of your foam mattress.

If you can’t switch to something else right away, hope is not lost. One solution we recommend is getting a sheet of plywood and placing it in between the slats and the foam mattress. This will provide additional support to the mattress and will keep it from getting pushed in between the gaps.

A good bed base can boost the comfort of your mattress.

In some cases, when a mattress doesn’t feel right, especially compared to how it felt in the store, the reason will most likely be the bed base. This is usually experienced by those with relatively thinner mattresses, particularly foam mattresses.

Again, a good example is between a thin, soft foam mattress and a slatted bed base. Since there’s not much between you and the bed base when you lie down on your soft mattress, you may end up feeling the slats.

A good bed base will also ensure that your back is adequately supported. If there’s a give on the bed base, it will definitely be felt on the mattress. So if you need the best back support, it can be felt on the mattress as well.

A nice bed base will keep your mattress in place.

One of the most annoying things that can happen when you’re on the bed is when it slides around as you also move on top of it. It will affect your comfort and will make you feel like you’re not on a stable surface.

This is why it’s best to get a good bed base that fits your mattress nicely to ensure that it won’t slide around. Some bed bases even have slightly raised sides to further ensure that the mattress will not move so you can check those out as well.

One tip, however, is to avoid them if your mattress has a zipperized cover like our G-Foam, Mercure, Esplanade, or Meridien. The seams on the zipper can be pulled up repeatedly by movements made on top of the bed so they can end up fraying. To avoid this, we don’t recommend using such foam mattresses on such bed bases.

The right bed base will put your mattress at an ideal height.

To make your mattress more comfortable, it’s best to put it at the right height. Make sure that it’s not too difficult for you to climb in and out of so you won’t struggle when getting in and out of bed.

Beds come in different heights so you have lots of choices when choosing. Make sure to take into consideration the height of your mattress as well, though, so you can get the exact height that you need.

Choosing a Bed Base from Salem Bed

If you choose to buy a mattress from Salem Bed, there are recommended bed bases that will simplify your shopping experience.

For starters, we have bed sets for our spring mattresses so you can get a matching base for your mattress. The Ditta, Prelude, and Eccelente can even be bought as a set in our website. For the Restful and Premier Rest, the matching bed base are sold separately.

As for our Cordovan, Oklahoma, Orlando, Osmond, and Platform bed bases, we have listed the compatible mattresses in each product page. Please kindly check them out by clicking on the item of your choice.

3 Reasons Why You Should Consider Bed Sets from Salem Bed

If you’re thinking of replacing your bed, one classic and fuss-free solution that we can offer is our bed sets. These are the matching mattresses and bed bases that we have always offered, providing a quick option to those who want the perfect pairing for their comfort.

With so many different options available now, however, many might be considering other options for furnishing their homes. While bed sets are very easy options, some might want to go for a whole different look or vibe for their space.

So what makes the bed set worth looking into? Here are three reasons to give them a shot:

They ensure that they suit your mattress well.

An important consideration when matching bed bases to mattresses is whether they’re compatible with each other. For example, foam mattresses, especially memory foam, are not the best match for bases with slatted surfaces. The foam will sink in between the gaps of the slats, so it’s likely that sleepers will end up feeling the unevenness of the base. This, of course, isn’t ideal for comfort.

With a bed set, you can be guaranteed that the base will suit the mattress well since the base is specifically designed to suit the mattress. This ensures that you don’t have to worry about the compatibility of the two items and that your comfort will not be compromised.

They’re very easy options.

Since they’re readily available and are specifically designed for our spring mattresses, they’re easy picks if you don’t want to spend too much time thinking about what bed base to pair with our mattresses. This will make the shopping process significantly easier and faster.

They have the same Salem Bed guarantee as our mattresses.

If you want to make sure that your bed base will have the same quality as your mattress, it would be great to get them as a set. Since our bed bases are manufactured in-house, we can guarantee the same top-notch quality that we have with our mattresses.

What are your options?

We have a number of bed sets available. To view them, you may click here and click on the Bed Sets box in the Categories to filter the results. You may also check these links to view our available sets: Ditta Bed Set, Eccelente Bed Set, Prelude Bed Set. We also have available matching bases for the Restful and Premier Rest mattresses but they are sold separately from the mattresses.

Salem Bed Foldable Foam Mattresses

Sometimes, we just need a bedding product that’s portable and easy to stash away. For this purpose, Salem Bed created a series of foldable foam mattresses that you can quickly whip out and lug around in times of need. Check out our available offerings below:

Abbie

Abbie is a floor futon-style foldable foam mattress that’s perfect as additional seating and lounging spaces in living rooms and bedrooms. It’s inspired by Japanese futons so it’s very easy to stash away as well.

Size: 30×75″
Price: ₱1,198

Buffy

The Buffy foldable mattress has a portable mat and pillow design, making it a convenient backup bedding item for homes who love to have guests over.

Size: 1X27X75″
Price: ₱899

Cassie

Like the Buffy, the Cassie folding mattress has a mat and pillow design that makes it a comfortable and practical backup bedding product. However, with its 2″ thickness and more rigid structure, this folding mattress can also double as a seating surface when folded up, offering more value and functionality.

Size: 2X30X75″
Price: ₱1498

Clyde

The Clyde folding mat has a classic 4-fold design. Like the Cassie, the foam used is 2″ thick so it’s more structured when folded. This design also makes it possible to be used as an extra seating for bedrooms and other casual spaces.

Size: 2X30X75″
Price: ₱1406

Ellie

The Ellie mat is a lot like the Abbie with its futon-style design. It doesn’t have tufting details, however, so it can be a more comfortable pick for lounging and even sleeping.

Size: 1X27X75″
Price: ₱699

Ozzie

Technically, the Ozzie is rolled mat instead of a folded one but that’s just nitpicking. It’s actually more of a portable mattress since it’s quite big and can accommodate more sleepers or sitters.

Size: 1X54X75″
Price: ₱998

Flip Tough

The Flip Tough is our banig-type mat, making the classic sleeping and lounging surface more comfortable. This is available in various sizes, providing great options to shoppers. To view the available sizes and their prices, click here.

Where to Buy?

All of Salem Bed’s foldable products are available at select Puregold stores. To find a branch near you, click here. The Flip Tough, however, is also available in our website and other authorized dealers.

Salem Bed Exclusives

Did you know that we offer exclusive products in some of our authorized dealers’ stores? In celebration of the Sleep Awareness Week, we present to you a quick roundup of the other Salem Bed products that will surely excite you:

SM Home Exclusives

Clouds

A best-seller, the Clouds is another trundle bed option from Salem Bed

Material: Innerspring Coil
Firmness: 7
Total height: 18″
Warranty: 2 years

Agiato

Material: Innerspring Coil
Firmness: 8
Mattress height: 9.75″
Warranty: 5 years
Theraposture

Piacere

Material: Innerspring Coil
Firmness: 10
Mattress height: 12″
Warranty: 10 years
Theraposture

Atlanta

Material: Bonnell Innerspring Coil
Firmness: 10
Mattress height: 10″
Warranty: 10 years
Theraposture

Durham

Material: Memory Foam
Firmness: 5
Mattress height: 8″
Warranty: 8 years

Ellesmere

Material: Memory Foam
Firmness: 5
Mattress height: 10″
Warranty: 10 years

Somerset

Material: Memory Foam and Pocketed Spring
Firmness: 5
Mattress height: 10″
Warranty: 10 years
Theraposture

Emery

Material: Latex Foam and Pocketed Spring
Firmness: 7
Mattress height: 9″
Warranty: 15 years
Theraposture

Genesee

Material: Latex Foam and Pocketed Spring
Firmness: 7.5
Mattress height: 13″
Warranty: 15 years
Theraposture

Emperesse

Material: Latex Foam and Pocketed Spring
Firmness: 9
Mattress height: 13″
Warranty: 15 years
Theraposture

Royalty

Material: Latex Foam and Pocketed Spring
Firmness: 7
Mattress height: 12″
Warranty: 15 years
Theraposture

Meridien

Material: High-density Polyurethane Foam
Firmness: 8.5
Mattress heights: 4″ / 6″ / 8″
Warranty: 8 years

Prairie

Material: High-density Polyurethane Foam
Firmness: 8
Mattress height: 6″ / 8″
Warranty: 5 years

Our Home Exclusives

Esplanade

Material: Foam
Firmness: 8.5
Mattress heights: 4″ / 6″ / 8″
Warranty: 8 years

Monroe

Material: Innerspring Coil
Firmness: 7
Total height: 18″
Warranty: 2 years

Diplomatt

Material: Innerspring Coil
Firmness: 6
Mattress height: 8.5″
Warranty: 3 years
Theraposture

Maiden

Material: Innerspring Coil
Firmness: 8
Mattress height: 9.75″
Warranty: 5 years
Theraposture

Grandiose

Material: Innerspring Coil
Firmness: 10
Mattress height: 12″
Warranty: 10 years
Theraposture

Montana

Material: Bonnell Innerspring Coil
Firmness: 10
Mattress height: 10″
Warranty: 10 years
Theraposture

Lumiere

Material: Memory Foam
Firmness: 5
Mattress height: 10″
Warranty: 10 years

Lumineuse

Material: Memory Foam and Pocketed Spring
Firmness: 5
Mattress height: 10″
Warranty: 10 years
Theraposture

Edinburgh

Material: Latex Foam and Pocketed Spring
Firmness: 7
Mattress height: 9″
Warranty: 15 years
Theraposture

Belvedere

Material: Latex Foam and Pocketed Spring
Firmness: 7.5
Mattress height: 13″
Warranty: 15 years
Theraposture

Prezoisa

Material: Latex Foam and Pocketed Spring
Firmness: 9
Mattress height: 13″
Warranty: 15 years
Theraposture

Eminence

Material: Latex Foam and Pocketed Spring
Firmness: 6
Mattress height: 12″
Warranty: 15 years
Theraposture

Fairmont

Material: High-density Polyurethane Foam
Firmness: 8
Mattress height: 6″ / 8″
Warranty: 5 years

Homeplus/Sleepshop Exclusives

Seville Firm

Material: Bonnel spring and High-density Polyurethane Foam
Firmness: 9
Mattress height: 10″
Warranty: 5 years

Seville Luxury Firm

Material: Bonnel spring and High-density Polyurethane Foam
Firmness: 9
Mattress height: 10″
Warranty: 8 years

Seville Plush

Material: Bonnel Spring and Medium-density Foam
Firmness: 6
Mattress height: 9″
Warranty: 3 years

Seville Luxury Plush

Material: Bonnell Spring and Medium-density Foam
Firmness: 8
Mattress height: 12″
Warranty: 10 years

 

These give you way more options if you still haven’t found your perfect match from our regular range. Curious about those as well? Click here to check them out.

Which Salem Bed Suits Your Sleep Style (2020)

Your sleep style is always a huge factor when choosing a mattress. So to help simplify your mattress shopping process this 2020, here’s an updated roundup of which Salem Bed mattresses will suit your sleeping style.

Back Sleepers

Back sleepers need excellent back support so their spine will stay aligned even as they lay on their backs. Something firm is recommended but not too much so your pressure points won’t get too strained.

Salem Bed Options:

For back sleepers, we recommend the Premier Rest to those who are on a budget. If you’re willing to spend more, check out the Knoxville, Eccelente, Milton, or the Seville Firm mattress.

Side Sleepers

Those who sleep on their sides need something softer as their sides tend to take the brunt of their weight when they sleep. Getting a mattress that can follow the contours of the body is essential so the bed won’t put too much strain on your pressure points.

Salem Bed Options:

If you tend to sleep on your side, go for a Restful, Elysse, Montaigne, and G Foam.

Stomach Sleepers

Choosing a mattress for stomach sleepers can be quite difficult since this sleeping position is problematic on its own. Most experts say that stomach sleepers need very firm sleeping surfaces to keep their spine aligned. By keeping their chest and hips from sinking into the mattress, their backs won’t be thrown off tangent.

However, if you don’t have a flat front, this can be a problem. Your humps and curves combined with a firm mattress may provide too much resistance and cause your back to bend at awkward angles.

Salem Bed Options:

For this, choose based on your comfort and body shape. For those who don’t have to worry about their bellies and chest, check out the Prelude, Vermont, and Seville Luxury Firm among others.

For those who have to sink a little bit to their mattresses, we recommend the Fairmont, Magnifique, Seville Luxury Plush, and the Legacy.

Combination Sleepers

Combination sleepers are the ones who tend to move around a lot in their sleep. It doesn’t matter if they’re on their backs, stomachs, or sides when they sleep, so they require something that offers a good balance between forgiving and supportive. This is where some of our finest medium-firm picks come in.

Salem Bed Options:

Check out the Ditta, Esplanade, Meridien, Durham, Splendeur Reale, and the Enchantress.

Note, however, that these suggestions are just mere recommendations and are not foolproof picks. As people have different definitions of comfort, give our product suggestions some berth as some might suit certain preferences while others might not. They’re still excellent places to get started in your search, though, so you know which mattresses to try out when you’re out and on the prowl for the right Salem Bed for you.

On Mattress Firmness: A Quick Guide

What makes mattress shopping very tricky is the fact that you have to choose a product that is comfortable for you. It sounds so simple but that’s not the case in reality because of how people perceive comfort. Like what we always say, comfort is subjective. What might feel comfortable to one person might not necessarily be the same for others.

For example, lots of people love the feeling of a soft mattress. Others, however, don’t enjoy them because they end up having kinks and pains on their backs. There are lots of factors that can affect people’s opinions on mattress comfort and it will usually include body weight, health conditions, and personal preferences.

How, you ask? For starters, the sleepers’ body weight will put a lot of pressure on the mattress, so the heavier they are, the more supportive their mattress should be. A 2-inch mattress will certainly be compressed if the sleeper is very heavy. As a result, they’ll end up feeling what’s underneath the mattress. Sleepers on the heavy side should consider getting thicker mattresses and those with higher coil count for spring varieties for better support and comfort.

The sleeper’s health condition should also be closely considered when getting a mattress. If you have a bad back, may it be from a condition like scoliosis or just from age,  then you shouldn’t settle for anything that will not provide support to your back. Soft mattresses shouldn’t be considered as they may leave you aching in the morning. For this, we strongly recommend our Theraposture mattresses.

Personal preferences are also important considerations. Your sleeping position and overall comfort preference should be prioritized in this regard. Here’s a quick guide that can help you find the right type of mattress for your sleeping position:

• Back sleepers: medium firm
• Side sleepers: soft
• Stomach sleepers: firm
• Combination sleepers: medium firm

To further help you make a good choice, here are our product recommendations based on sleeping positions.

Then, there’s also the matter with how various mattress materials feel. Polyurethane foam will feel different from memory foam and latex foam. Spring mattresses will also have a significantly different feel to foam mattresses. Some people might like foam mattresses better while others will feel more comfortable in spring mattresses.

So how do you choose a mattress based on firmness? It’s simple: try them out first. This is still the most foolproof way to find the mattress that you’ll feel most comfortable in. By getting a feel of the mattress, you’ll be able to tell if it’s a good match for you or not. Make sure to spend at least 15 minutes on the bed, however, so you can thoroughly gauge is surface feel. Lay down on it in your sleeping position, as well, so you can feel whether it suits the way you sleep.

If you can’t visit mattress outlets or if there are not enough mattresses available on display, looking at product recommendations would be ideal. As mentioned above, we’ve made some product recos in our blog previously, so you can look those up to help you find which one is the right Salem Bed product for you. You can also just match up information from your research to our product descriptions to help you narrow down your options. We are also going to update our website listings soon to help you better match your sleeping position with a Salem Bed mattress.

Of course, you can also talk to our promodisers to help you choose which Salem Bed product will suit your needs. However, at the end of the day, it’s you who will be using the mattress, so the decision is all yours. Don’t be discouraged with the challenge because if you made the right call, you can be sure to get great sleep for years to come.

Mattress Shopping Tips for Heavy Sleepers

One important factor that you shouldn’t forget to consider when shopping for a mattress is your weight. Since mattresses are meant to carry all of your weight when you’re asleep, it makes perfect sense that it should be built to do so without compromising your comfort. With the wrong pick, you’ll most likely end up with body aches and your mattress won’t last long.

So how should you choose a mattress if you’re on the heavy side? Here are a few things to keep in mind:

Opt for a thicker mattress.

A heavy sleeper will most likely sink deep into their mattress due to their weight. This is why it’s better to opt for a thick mattress to lessen the likelihood of your back digging into the springs or hitting the slats of your bed frame. These can cause great discomfort and prevent you from getting ample sleep.

For the best results, go for a mattress that is at least 10″ thick. This height will already give your body enough leeway to sink into the mattress without losing support.

What’s inside matters greatly.

The components of the mattress also matter if it will hold up against the heft of the sleeper. Low-density foams are not recommended in such cases as they’re very soft and easily gives in to pressure. Some experts also do not recommend opting for memory foam as it can make movements difficult for the sleeper. Most models also retain and reflect body heat, so they can get too hot, especially on warm nights. High-density foams are better options but it’s crucial that they’re thick enough so you’ll have ample room for some give.

Spring mattresses are highly recommended, however, as they provide additional support to the sleeper’s weight. However, not all spring mattresses will do. Aside from the height, you also need to consider the coil count. The higher the coil count, the more supportive a mattress will be, so they’re most suitable for those who are on the heavier side.

Choose an optimal-sized mattress.

Most heavy sleepers are also rather wide, so it’s also vital that they choose the right mattress size as well. According to experts, there are ideal mattress sizes for various sleepers, so you should be aware as to which one suits you best. The Better Sleep Council and The Sleep Judge have comprehensive guides on mattress sizing, so you can head there to check them out.

Proper mattress maintenance also promises better sleep.

After choosing the right product for you, you should also make sure to maintain your unit properly. Regular flipping and rotating will help you even out its wear and tear and prolong the lifespan of your mattress.

Which products should you get?

The best Salem Bed options for thick mattresses that are supportive enough for heavy sleepers include the Renascence collection, Elite collection, Prelude, Knoxville, and Vermont. Choose according to your comfort preference, and there’s a very good chance that you’ll get top-notch quality sleep.

The Vermont Mattress: A New Firm and Supportive Pick from Salem Bed

As comfort is a matter of preference, it’s not uncommon for different folks to have varying opinions on what a cozy sleeping surface is. This is why some people love sinking into their mattresses while others find super soft ones to be bad for their backs. Some people also just prefer to lay down on a firm mattress as it can provide the softness they need to feel comfortable but also the support their body requires.

If you’re one of these folks, then the Vermont is an excellent new pick for you. Labeled as a ‘Superior Extra Firm’ mattress, this is the firmest option offered by Salem Bed. It’s highly recommended for those who experience lower back pains from their soft mattresses. It provides great support and is one of the Theraposture mattresses from our line.

Made from rebonded foam and innerspring coil, the Vermont can be one of the firmest mattresses you’ll find in the market today. It will still have enough give, though, thanks to our highly-responsive spring coil system. So it can still follow the contours of your body and provide relief to your pressure points.

The best part? This product is an eco-friendly choice. As it is made from rebonded foam, it reduces production waste.

What about it’s price? You’ll find the Vermont a very reasonably-priced option if you’re willing to invest in a spring mattress.

Check out the Vermont here.

For our other firm mattresses, you can check out this post.

Sky & Sea: Kiddie Beds for Shared Rooms

As your family grow, it is just common to find yourself needing to sleep train your children. Moving them to a big kid bed is an essential part of teaching them how to do things on their own and giving them a taste of individuality. This also gives parents the chance to bond with each other once again, after having their little one the be all of their lives.

If your family ever find itself in such a situation, investing on a bed that your little one can grow up in would be a practical move. Instead of buying a new kid bed every year or so to accommodate their growth spurt, opting for a regular bed is a more ideal option. With a quality regular sized bed, you don’t have to worry about your kid’s feet dangling at the end of their beds at night for at least up to 7 years.

For your little one, you can choose anything from the wide range of Salem Beds’ products. However, a mattress alone will still leave you fretting for a base and additional accessories, so an all in one bed is always our top suggestion for little kids’ bedrooms. In this case, we often recommend the Sky and Sea beds.

Sky Bed

Sky Bed

Mixing comfort and functionality, the Sky Bed is a great choice for growing kids. Not only is its plush surface ideal for sleeping, but it also comes with a built in bed frame with storage. These drawers are ideal for storing clothes and toys, making them the best options for your little one’s bedroom.

Sea Bed

Sea Bed

If you want to up the ante and ensure a complete bed set for your little one, the Sea Bed is an excellent Salem Bed option. This model ups the Sky Bed’s offerings, as it comes with a matching headboard. A no-fuzz solution for busy growing homes, the Sky Bed can definitely solve your little one’s bedding challenges in a jiffy.

For growing families, being practical is a priority alongside the children’s wellness and safety. Comfort, however, shouldn’t be sacrificed, so why opt for anything less than a high quality Salem Bed? With our years of experience, you can definitely rely on us for your little ones’ good night sleep.

Multi-functional Bed Bases for Growing Homes

For many homeowners, their abodes are continuous work in progress. Especially for starter families, buying furnishing their spaces completely in one go is just not financially wise and possible. This is why many opt for affordable options first and just replace them as needed along the way.

Bed bases and frames are some of the most easily neglected accessories for the bedroom. Most starter homes are fine with having their mattress on the floor for the first few months of living independently. The mattress is usually a bigger priority, so unless an opportunity comes up, bed bases tend to take the back seat for furniture shopping.

The thing with bed bases, though, is that they are also great parts of your bedrooms. Aside from elevating the mattress to let you maneuver around your space easier, they can also help you get more out of your floor area.

Take our Osmond and Orlando bed bases for example. These two products offer a lot more than just support and extra height for your mattress, making them some of the best purchases for starter homes.

Osmond

The Osmond is Salem Bed’s trundle bed base, designed to hold two mattresses. It is much like the Nite & Day trundle bed except for the fact that you can choose which mattress to go with your bed. For Nite & Day, you get regular innerspring mattresses, but for the Osmond, you can opt for a foam mattress on top instead.

Orlando

For those who want their beds to be a bit more functional, the Orlando bed base is a great choice. Designed with two drawers built in to the frame, this Salem Bed product doubles as bed support and storage. Perfect for those who have limited living space, the Orlando is a must-have for most growing homes.

If you’re ready to transition your starter home into something more permanent but not yet prepared for some big investments, the Osmond and Orlando are some of the best options to give you more bang for your buck. You can also discover more Salem Beds options at www.Salem.ph.