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Experts agree that you should replace your mattress every five to 10 years. When it’s time to plan that purchase of a new mattress, it’s a good idea to research the options. Mattress technology has changed quite a bit in the past 10 years, so you may not have heard about some of the newest technology available in mattresses. Here are some tips on what hybrid mattresses are and how they could help you sleep better.
What Sets a Hybrid Mattress Apart
Hybrid mattresses first became available in 2008. They combine the bounce, strength, and support of a coil mattress with the comfort and softness of a gel, latex or memory foam mattress. Most hybrid mattresses have a configuration of individual metal coils for support and reduction of motion transfer. The coils are set into fabric pockets, which reduce the noise associated with moving on the bed. The top of the hybrid mattress features one or more layers of memory foam, latex or polyurethane. Some have a gel layer. These layers cushion the body, relieve pressure and create a flat sleeping surface, which is ideal for side sleepers.
Benefits of a Hybrid Mattress
The biggest benefit of a hybrid mattress is its comfort. The upper layer of the mattresses typically contains a gel or memory foam. This material cradles and contours your body. If you have an aching back or shoulder, it relieves the pressure when you lay on that part of your body. Hybrid mattresses also have coil springs, so they offer the support that you need, no matter what your sleep position is.
Reasons to Choose a Hybrid Mattress
You don’t have to use a box spring with a hybrid mattress. This saves you time and gives you more flexibility in deciding which type of bed frame or platform to use. You could also choose one of the high-tech motorized or adjustable bed frames for your hybrid mattress. The gel and latex hybrid mattresses cool your body, helping you maintain comfort and reducing your likelihood of waking up because of being too hot. If you or your sleep partner tend to move around a lot, the edge support on a hybrid mattress prevents you from falling off the bed. It also keeps your bedsheets in the proper position as you move around in your sleep.
Drawbacks of a Hybrid Mattress
There are a few drawbacks of hybrid mattresses. These mattresses are heavier than a traditional mattress of the same size. They take a little longer to break in compared to a standard mattress. Some hybrid mattresses off-gas for a few weeks. If you pick a hybrid mattress with the thickest layer of memory foam, it retains more heat. For people who tend to get hot and sweaty while they sleep, this could cause some discomfort.
Choosing the Best Mattress
The best mattress is a personal choice, based on your preferences for firmness, your sleep position, whether you get warm or cold while you sleep, if you have a restless sleep partner or if you have issues, such as back pain. There are a lot of hybrid mattress options, including different foam thicknesses and different sizes. You spend about one-third of your life on your mattress, and your comfort and quality of sleep are worth the investment in a great hybrid mattress.