Choosing the right bedding is essential for sleeping well and being in great shape day after day. Did you know that we spend about a third of our time sleeping? So, you might as well take advantage of this time to get optimal sleep. And for that, each element will contribute to bringing you greater comfort.
SUMMARY
How to choose your box spring?
To choose your bedding well , this first requires a box spring adapted to your needs! The box spring is an important element of your bedding, it is used to provide support, increase comfort and also to increase the lifespan of your mattress.
If you would like more information on box springs, we invite you to read the article “how to choose your box spring” .
How to choose the dimensions of your box spring
To enjoy excellent comfort, you will need a bed base that is adapted to your body shape. The length of the bed base should be a little longer than you and the width depends on your build, the space available and your preferences.
We have prepared a table to help you find your way.
| Sleeper weight |
< 50 kg |
50-60 kg |
60-70 kg |
70-80 kg |
80-90 kg |
90-100 kg |
> 100 kg |
| 1 person |
90x190 cm |
90*190 cm |
90*200 cm |
140*200 cm |
140*200 cm |
140*200 cm |
140*200 cm |
| 2 people |
140*190 |
140*190 |
140*200 |
140*200 |
160*200 |
180*200 |
200*200 |
How to choose your mattress?
A good mattress should erase all the tensions of your day, promote the relaxation of your muscles, be comfortable and provide sufficient support for your back and spine. In order to find the mattress that will suit you best and fulfill all its functions, it is important to know certain things.
How to choose the dimensions of your mattress?
The dimensions of your mattress must be chosen according to different criteria:
- The space available in your room
- A mattress the same size as your bed
- Adapted to your body shape
- A mattress that is neither too firm nor too soft
- Corresponding to your preferences
If you would like more information regarding choosing your mattress, we invite you to consult our article on “how to choose your mattress” .
Choosing the firmness of your mattress according to your body type
To have optimal support during your sleep, your mattress should be neither too soft nor too firm. Indeed, your mattress's mission is to keep your spine straight and thus prevent you from pain due to bad posture during your sleep.
However, the ideal support you need to sleep well does not depend solely on your mattress. To choose your bedding well , you must also take into account your body shape, in particular your height and weight.
Please note: if you are sleeping as a couple on your double mattress, we advise you to choose the density of your mattress according to the build of the strongest person in the couple (the tallest height and the heaviest weight).
| Weight/Height |
< 50 kg |
50-60 kg |
60-70 kg |
70-80 kg |
80-90 kg |
90-100 kg |
> 100 kg |
| < 1.50 m |
Flexible |
Semi-Firm |
Semi-Firm |
Semi-Firm |
Farm |
Farm |
Farm |
| 1.50-1.60 m |
Flexible |
Semi-Firm |
Semi-Firm |
Semi-Firm |
Farm |
Farm |
Farm |
| 1.60-1.70 m |
Flexible |
Flexible |
Semi-Firm |
Semi-Firm |
Semi-Firm |
Farm |
Farm |
| 1.70-1.80 m |
Flexible |
Flexible |
Flexible |
Semi-Firm |
Semi-Firm |
Semi-Firm |
Farm |
| 1.80-1.90 m |
|
Flexible |
Flexible |
Flexible |
Semi-Firm |
Semi-Firm |
Farm |
| 1.90-2.00 m |
|
Flexible |
Flexible |
Flexible |
Semi-Firm |
Semi-Firm |
Farm |
| > 2.00 m |
|
|
Flexible |
Flexible |
Semi-firm |
Semi-firm |
Farm |
A mattress with balanced support will suit all types of sleepers, regardless of their size or build. Indeed, a high-end balanced mattress adapts as well to your body shape as to your sleeping position (on your back, on your side or on your stomach).
Choose the comfort of your mattress according to your preferences
The welcome of your mattress is defined by the first impression you get when you lie down on it. The welcome of your mattress can be:
- Enveloping (Very soft)
- Soft
- Tonic (Firm)
The mattress's feel must be clearly differentiated from the support it provides you during your sleep. Indeed, a mattress with an enveloping feel can have firm support, giving you a soft feeling while supporting your body firmly for good alignment of the vertebrae.
Generally, you can refer to the following table:
| TECHNOLOGY |
WELCOME |
FIRMNESS OF SUPPORT |
| HR Foam |
Tonic |
☻☻☻☺☺ |
| Latex |
Soft |
☻☻☻☻☺ |
| Memory foam |
Soft or tonic |
☻☻☻☻☻ |
| Pocket springs |
Tonic to very tonic |
☻☻☻☻☻ |
| Natural latex |
Very soft |
☻☻☻☻☻ |
Choosing the ticking for your mattress
The ticking is a determining factor in the quality of the reception of your mattress. Indeed, it is the external fabric envelope of your mattress. It can be made of different materials: cotton, polyester, viscose, Tencel® or lyocell… and the fabrics can be of different qualities: jersey, stretch, velvet, etc.
In order to choose your bedding well , it is important to take into account the materials used so that they correspond to your needs. Here are the main characteristics of the materials and fabrics used to make the fabric covering our mattresses:
- Cotton - hydrophilic material, soft and strong, it therefore absorbs moisture better and does not retain heat. It is ideal for good bedding hygiene and its maintenance is very easy.
- Polyester - widely used for removable ticking, polyester has the advantage of being very affordable and durable. It is less efficient in terms of breathability and ventilation of the mattress.
- Viscose - viscose is a plant-based textile similar to silk. Shiny and very soft, viscose has thermoregulating properties and a high absorbency. It will keep you warm in winter and cool in summer. Resistant to friction and very durable over time, this makes it an ideal material for hygienic bedding.
- Tencel or lyocell - lyocell, known under the brand name Tencel, is a fabric made from eucalyptus fibers. Very soft and breathable, these fibers are ideal for regulating body temperature and for its hypoallergenic properties.
- Jersey - Jersey is a soft and elastic fabric that is very versatile. Its stretchy knit has different aspects on both sides, originally knitted from wool, it can also be made from cotton or synthetic fibers.
- Strech - Stretch fabric is a stretch fabric made from a small percentage of elastane. Very flexible and elastic, it allows your body to fully benefit from the multi-support of memory foam.
- Velvet - velvet fabric is a fabric whose hairs are similar to plush. Very soft, this thick fabric is ideal in winter or for people who are sensitive to the cold. Indeed, it retains heat very well and promises cocooning moments.
In addition, it should be noted that during their design, most ticking undergoes treatments to improve the hygiene of your bedding or to reinforce your safety during your sleep. These may be anti-bacterial, anti-mite, anti-mold or fire retardant treatments.
In any case, it is important to protect the ticking of your mattress with bed linen (fitted sheet, set, etc.)
Choosing your mattress technology
| Mattress type |
Benefits |
Disadvantages |
| High resilience foam (HR) |
Comfort
Extended life span
Humidity regulation
Bedding hygiene: antibacterial, anti-mite and hypoallergenic
|
Variable quality
Lack of elasticity
|
| Viscoelastic "memory foam" (MF) |
Relieves pressure points by taking the exact shape of your body
Suitable for people who sweat at night
Comfort, support and relaxation
|
Slightly shorter lifespan
Very rare chemical odors that fade over time
Mattress a little more expensive because of higher quality
|
| Pocket springs |
Sleeping independence and point-by-point support: you do not feel the movements of the person sleeping next to you
Good ventilation of the mattress
Easy to maintain
|
Mattress a little more expensive because of higher quality |
| Carbon fiber springs |
New technology: imperceptible spring movements
Point by point support
Sleeping independence and point-by-point support: you do not feel the movements of the person sleeping next to you
Good ventilation of the mattress
Easy to maintain
|
Mattress a little more expensive because of higher quality
|
| Latex |
Excellent ventilation thanks to the cells of the latex mattress
Ideal for people who sweat in bed or for humid places
Extended life span
Comfort
Hypoallergenic mattress for allergy sufferers
|
Mattress warm enough
Firmer with cold
|
| Hybrid, universal or multi-technology |
Suitable for all types of users
Brings together all the qualities of the materials used
|
Inherits the disadvantages of each of the components |
Please note that there are mattresses with removable covers to ensure greater hygiene of your bedding. It is particularly recommended for people suffering from allergies (especially dust mites) or people who sweat a lot.
Also to remember, rolled and compressed mattresses allow for easier transport and handling by a single person. Optimally packaged and protected, there is less risk of your mattress being damaged during transport and this allows you to more easily install it in the room of your choice.
Choosing the firmness and density of your mattress
Choosing the right bedding involves choosing the mattress technology that matches your preferences. The components have different comfort and reception, here is a summary of Sampur mattresses:
Foam mattress
First of all, it is important to note that the firmness and support of a foam mattress comes from the compression of the mattress and not from the density of the foam. Thus, if the compression is weak, the mattress will be softer. Conversely, the stronger the compression, the firmer the mattress will be. Be careful not to choose a mattress that is too firm for your body type, because a mattress that is too firm is bad for blood circulation.
The density of the foam will be a guarantee of quality and will allow a longer life of the mattress. To ensure that the foam of the mattress does not settle over time, the density of the foam of a double bed will be chosen according to the heaviest sleeper in the couple.
- Standard density: from 20 kg/m³ to 25 kg/m³
- Higher density: from 35 kg/m³ to 50 kg/m³
- Excellent density: from 50 kg/m³
High resilience foam (HR) or polyurethane foam is a high-quality foam that returns to its original shape as soon as there is no pressure applied to it. The higher its density, the firmer and more resistant the mattress.
Viscoelastic foam, also known as “memory foam”, is a technology that was designed by NASA. The density of its foam is generally very high. The main characteristic of this foam is that it takes the exact shape of the body and absorbs pressure points, it adapts to body movements and reduces muscle tension. The memory foam mattress memorizes the shape of the body and will take longer to return to its initial shape compared to other foams.
Spring mattress
To estimate the quality and firmness of a spring mattress , two parameters must be taken into account:
- the number of springs - a double mattress must have at least 300, but this varies depending on the type of springs and the firmness required
- the diameter of the steel wire - the wider the wire, the firmer the spring and therefore the mattress will be
Pocket springs are springs individually wrapped in fabric. A standard size mattress can have from 400 to 1200, the more springs there are, the firmer the mattress support will be. This technology allows for greater sleeping independence, so you feel less movement from the person sleeping next to you and this allows you to have a deep and restful sleep.
Carbon fiber springs are a new patented technology. These springs are more resistant over time, and they regain their shape better. They allow better sleeping independence for an ever more pleasant and restorative sleep.
Latex mattress
The density of the latex determines the firmness of your mattress:
- Soft support: from 65 kg/m³ to 75 kg/m³
- Firm support: 75 to 80 kg/m³
- Very firm support: from 80 kg/m³ to 83 kg/m³
Latex, whether of plant or synthetic origin, is a naturally hypoallergenic material that allows your mattress to breathe. The latex mattress has a medium-firm support and provides excellent sleeping independence for a couple.
How to choose your duvet?
Having a duvet that is adapted to your needs offers many advantages and will allow you to sleep in your favorite conditions! It means having a duvet that is a little bigger than your bed, so that it does not let cool air through at night. Choosing the right heat index for your duvet (very warm, warm, temperate or light) will help you spend your night according to the temperature you prefer.
Choose the size of your duvet according to your mattress
The dimensions of the duvet play an important role in choosing your bedding. There are 4 standard duvet sizes, the choice of size will vary depending on the size of your bed:
| BED |
SIMPLE |
DOUBLE |
QUEEN & KING SIZE |
| Mattress Size |
90 x 190 cm
90 x 200 cm |
140 x 190 cm
140 x 200 cm |
160 x 200 cm
180 x 200 cm |
| Duvet Size |
140 x 200 cm
200 x 200 cm |
220 x 240 cm |
240 x 260 cm |
Do not hesitate to consult our article if you want more information on how to choose your duvet.
How to choose the right pillow?
A bed without pillows is a bit like a water park without water. In fact, the pillow is an essential element of your bedding, in order to choose your bedding well , you have to choose your pillow well!
Bolsters
The bolster has different uses, first of all it is a decorative element , it completes the headboard and raises the pillows. The bolster also allows you to add extra comfort and support when you are in a sitting position. Another advantage of the latter is that it allows people with lower back pain to use the bolster to relieve their pain.
Memory foam pillow
The memory foam pillow ensures excellent comfort with optimal support for your neck thanks to the memory foam that will fit the shape of your head. The memory foam cushions pressure points, which is why it is recommended for people with cervical problems.
Ergonomic pillow
The ergonomic pillow is a pillow specially designed to bring you the most restful sleep possible. It combines multiple technologies to provide perfect neck support. The ergonomic pillow will allow you to maintain proper alignment of your spine with your cervical vertebrae and will aim to remedy certain back, shoulder or neck pain. It also helps reduce snoring.
Feather and down pillow
The feather and down pillow is one of the most popular, it has been used for centuries and some people can no longer do without it. Natural and very comfortable, feathers and down allow an exceptional loft that you will not find on any other filling.
Pillow other technologies
The other technologies pillow is a pillow combining several technologies (memory foam, springs, latex, etc.) in order to offer you a unique product combining restful sleep and long-lasting comfort.
If you would like more information about pillows and their technologies, we invite you to read our detailed article “how to choose your pillow” .
How to choose the right mattress topper
A mattress topper has many advantages, in addition to increasing the lifespan of your mattress, it protects it and increases its comfort! You can adapt the reception of your mattress topper in order to find the comfort that suits you best.
Another advantage of the mattress topper: if you realize that the comfort of your mattress is starting to be too soft (or too firm), buying a mattress topper will save you from buying a new mattress!
The Sampur memory foam mattress topper will be highly recommended for people suffering from back or joint problems. The memory foam allows excellent sleeping independence and also helps stimulate blood circulation. Which will aim to avoid certain pains.
Feather and down mattress toppers
The feather and down mattress topper has a high level of ventilation, so it will be perfect for those who tend to sweat at night. The feathers and down will provide exceptional softness and perfect comfort.
Microfiber or synthetic fiber mattress toppers
Microfiber or synthetic fiber mattress toppers have the most attractive prices. The comfort will be rather soft and the mattress topper will effectively relieve the pressure points made by your body.
We hope to have informed you! and that choosing the right bedding will become child's play for you!
