Which mattress firmness do I need?
Finding the right mattress feel is personal. Your sleep position can be a helpful place to start, along with your comfort preferences and how much cushioning or support you like.
Start by thinking about your primary sleep position:
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Back Sleeper
Back sleepers often prefer a supportive sleep surface with enough cushioning for comfort. A firmer feel may be a good place to start if you prefer less sink and a more supportive sensation.
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Side Sleeper
Side sleepers often prefer more cushioning around areas like the shoulders and hips. A plush feel may be worth considering if you enjoy a softer, more cradling sleep surface.
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Stomach Sleeper
Stomach sleepers often gravitate toward a firmer sleep surface that limits excessive sinking and provides a more supportive feel.
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Combination
If you naturally switch between sleeping positions throughout the night, you may prefer a versatile feel that balances cushioning and support across different positions.
The Firmness Scale
Each DreamSense mattress is rated on a firmness scale from plush to firm.
Plush Mattresses
A plush mattress offers a softer, more cushioned sleep surface.
- Often preferred by side sleepers who enjoy additional cushioning around the shoulders and hips.
- May also appeal to lighter-weight sleepers or anyone who simply prefers a softer, more cradling feel.
DreamSense plush options: Bliss
Firm Mattresses
A firm mattress provides a more supportive feel with less sink.
- Often preferred by back and stomach sleepers looking for a more supportive sleep surface.
- May also appeal to heavier sleepers or anyone who prefers the feel of sleeping more “on top of” rather than “in” their mattress.
DreamSense firm options: Serene
Medium Mattresses
A medium mattress offers a balance between cushioning and support.
- A versatile option for combination sleepers who change positions throughout the night.
- May also be a good starting point for sleepers who don't strongly prefer either a plush or firm feel.
DreamSense medium option: Haven
CoolSense medium options: Restore and Refresh
Still Not Sure Which Feel Is Right for You?
Your sleep position can help narrow down your options, but there's no single mattress firmness that's right for everyone. Consider how you sleep, how much cushioning you enjoy, and whether you generally prefer a softer or more supportive sleep surface.
