Frequently Asked Questions

Guidance on buying a mattress:

What type of mattress aviods one from feeling hot and gives a cooling effect to the body?

Mattresses by themselves don’t generate any heat. The warmness felt in a mattress is essentially our own body heat which gets transferred to the mattress. Different types of mattress ventilate the heat differently which is why some mattresses feel cooler than others.

On relative scale cotton mattresses ventilate the best, then Latex mattresses, then Coir mattresses, then spring and lastly PU Foam. Contrary to common belief, coir mattresses are not the coolest sleeping surface since most of the readymade coir-mattresses use PU-Foam as cushioning, which makes the mattress warm.

We should however point out, that this heat-ventilation issue plays a very small role in overall sleep and comfort. Further how warm we feel while sleeping is dependent on our surrounding climatic conditions.

We advise to buy the mattress purely based on the comfort level and how well it supports the back. This plays a far important role in your sleep quality

What type of mattress is the best?

Mattresses can be classified under five broad categories - Natural Latex, Innerspring, Memory Foam, Rubberized Coir and PU Foam. Each type has its own set of pros and cons, by reading through them you will get a better idea on what mattress to buy.

We believe the best way to decide the mattress would be to personally try them out by lying down on them, since the comfort needs of every individual is different from another. What feels comfortable to one, might be too hard for another.

Based on feedback recieved from customers, overall satisfaction was much greater in Natural Latex and Innerspring mattresses, compared to other mattress types.

How do i decide what is the correct mattress size for me?

Many factors play a role while deciding the right mattress size. For instance the height of the tallest person, the room area etc. Please visit our Mattress dimensions section for more details.

Do spring mattresses cause problems?

Spring mattresses are still the largest selling variety of mattress in the world today. The consumer perception of too many defects in Spring mattresses is more due to lack of information, than defects in this mattress type. Based on feedback received from our customers, we are summarizing the common issues faced with spring mattresses.

• Disturbance while sleeping: This is more likely because you might have purchased a “Bonnell-Spring” variety of mattress. Motion-transfer is a common issue faced in this variety. Read more here.
• Back – Problems: Spring mattresses are designed to fully support our back. Initial discomfort when changing from mattress to another might be there, but overall spring mattresses will not aggravate any back problems. Read more here.
• Defective – Springs: Spring mattress work by distributing our body weight over a number of springs. In case if there is increased load (say while standing or jumping on the mattress) on a few springs, there is a likely chance they may break away. If maintained well, most spring mattresses easily last upwards 10 years

Are cotton mattresses best for the body ?

Cotton mattresses ventilate the best. While this is good, its most important drawback is that they pack down with usage, resulting in a lumpy sleeping surface. This could cause back-related problems over a period. Further, since cotton absorbs moisture, it tends to be becomes a breeding ground for bacteria and harmful germs.

What type of mattress is best suited for back?

Please visit our seperate section on "Mattress and how it affects your back".

Mattress Maintenance

How durable are mattresses? / When should i replace my mattress ?

Most mattresses should last you 7-8 years without any trouble. The most visible sign that the mattress needs replacement is “sagging” i.e. loss of shape in the mattress with depressions being formed in the sleeping area.

Durability also varied depending on what type of mattress you use. On a relative scale Latex Mattresses are the most durable, then PU Foam mattresses, then spring mattresses and lastly Coir mattresses.

Further if you maintain the mattress well, its durability will be enhanced. You can check our “mattress care” section for more on mattress maintenance.

Can mattresses be repaired ?

Repairing is never an option with most mattresses. In case of sagging i.e. body depressions in particular areas of the mattress, its best to replace the mattress. In case there is no sagging, you can consider buying a mattress topper which will allow you to get a few more years from your existing mattress.

Mattress - maintenance: How to handle bed bugs / dust mites ?

Bed bugs can be a real nuisance. Though bed bugs often infest the mattress, it might not be their only hiding place. Bed bugs are oftem found in the creases of mattresses and near the seams (they never bore through the fabric). To keep your mattress free from bed bugs we suggest buying a mattress cover (they are relatively cheap) which can be sanitized on a regular basis. In case your place is infested with bed bugs, calling the pest control might be the only option. You can find more information about the bed bugs here