Firstly, we need to determine who the bed is for, but let's assume it is for you and your partner. The answer to this of course, is what you can afford. But you do need to bear in mind that a bed should last you 10 years, and what is
the price of a great night's sleep?
Some basic spring systems are not meant for a couple to use on a regular basis, only as a guest bed, so please ask the question as to what the warranty covers , how long the warranty is for and what the weight limit is . We do have queen beds starting as low as $589.00 but these do not come with a 10 year warranty. We at BedsRus only sell beds manufactured by Sleepyhead and the price for a quality queen bed set will start at around $1300.00. This equates to 18 cents per night each, over a 10 year period... what on earth can you purchase for that amount and wake up feeling refreshed? At the very top end of the scale your great sleep will cost you $1.65 per night, per person. And while on the subject of what you need to spend, we do offer 12 months interest free, everyday. (Conditions apply.)
Quality counts. The old rule of "you get what you pay for" also applies to beds. If you scrimp and buy a poor quality bed now, you may be paying later in terms of lost sleep. Shop for the best value, not the lowest price. You spend a third of your life in bed, so buying the best bed you can afford is a healthy investment in your lifestyle.
Are mattresses getting thicker and do I still need to flip it over?
Answer to the first question is yes, the thickness of mattresses has definitely increased over recent years. And no, we don't "flip" mattresses any longer as now the great comfort layers are all on the upper side. However, we do need to spin our mattresses from head to toe in order to get even wear, and to ensure the longevity of the comfort layers. Generally the thicker the comfort layer, the more plush the mattress will be.
One thing I'd like to stress is, due to the increased depth, the height of your current headboard needs to be taken into consideration. Nothing worse than getting your mattress home and realising that you've lost sight of your beautiful headboard due to the thickness of your new mattress. My advice is to take your headboard measurements with you to the store, or consider replacing it, but remembering the most important element is your comfort and quality of sleep.