How the Right Mattress Can Transform Your Tiny Home Bedroom
Home sizes in the US in the past five years have been plummeting in recent years, reports indicate. However, just because people live in relatively smaller houses doesn’t mean sacrificing comfort in their bedroom spaces. The right mattress can transform a cramped tiny bedroom to a cozy one. Want to know more about how it’s done? Keep reading for expert tips. [1]
Optimizing Space Using Multitaskers
You don’t need to take up more space in your bedroom with your mattress, do you? So, here’s the story: The king or queen-sized mattress is wonderful looking, yet sometimes it’s just not practical in small houses.
Instead, take a look at a twin XL or a full one. The key to making these work is to find the best mattress for your space. This can give you enough elbow room to rest in comfort without hogging up all of the floor space.
And if you need to conserve even more space, start looking to multitaskers with built-in drawers or similar storage solutions. Take, for example, a Murphy bed. It folds up to the wall when you’re not using it, offering you additional space. Think about getting a thin enough mattress to be compatible with these systems.
Comfort Without Sacrifice
Different people prefer different materials and firmness levels. Some opt for memory foam for body conforming. Some find latex a perfect solution for ventilation and bounce. Then there’s hybrids, a coil and a foam in layers for support and comfort.
As you shop for a mattress, be on the lookout for material. If you’re a side sleeper, you need something a tad softer to take pressure off of hips and shoulders. Back sleepers do just fine in medium-firm models. And stomach sleepers? They generally need firmer support to keep their spine in a straight line.
Now, if size is a concern, a queen mattress is a popular option to look into. It’s bigger than a king-size but won’t overpower small areas the way the latter would. Of course, size is a common issue, yet even a smaller mattress can be an excellent option if it’s just for one person.
And don’t forget to check for support around the edges. In small spaces, you’re more likely to be sitting on the edge of your bed more often. A mattress that has a fantastic support system around its edges feels solid, not spongy when you sit on it. This little detail means a gigantic difference in use of your bed in day-to-day life.
Better Air Circulation and Heat Regulation
About 57% of adults admit to getting too warm to sleep every once in a while. One reason for that is having used the wrong bedding. So here’s a question: Is your mattress working to help you or hurt you when it comes to keeping cool? [2]
Certain materials retain heat, making it hard to get a great night’s rest. Memory foam is a classic example of one that retains heat. If that’s something that irks you, you can choose alternatives such as open-cell design or gel-infused foams that allow more air to circulate.
If you already have a heat-retaining mattress, you can use a cooling mattress pad to supplement it. Pads generally employ advanced material such as phase-change material (PCM) or bamboo that controls temperatures during the night.
Improving Aesthetic Value
Your bedroom is a place where you feel wonderful and calm. Why not extend that personal style and vibe to your mattress?
Start with color. Beige, gray, or white is a neutral color that blends in easily in most interiors. Want a dash of personality? Get a bold quilted cover or a patterned protector. It’s a wonderful way to add interest in your personal sanctuary.
Texture is also important. Velvet has a decadent texture, while linen has a more rustic feel. Choose something that matches your living space style. You can also consider using decorative pillows, throws, and drapes to pull everything in.
Even a minimalist’s headboard can transform a bedroom dramatically. In case you need to conserve square footage, use a floating headboard that’s mounted to a wall. It’s a wonderful design that also saves you valuable floor space.
Optimizing Sleeping To Improve Productivity
An estimated 39% of working-age adults (45 to 64) get poor rest. The effects of it range from bad mood to low energy and concentration. Getting a great mattress can help you get better rest, something that’s likely to spill over to better productivity. [3]
A mattress that’s supportive of a healthy spinal position and pressure relief minimizes discomfort to a bare minimum, helping you to get to sleep more easily and stay that way for a longer period of time. Such restful night and more restorative sleep has you getting up refreshed, with improved concentration and energy to meet your day.
Closing Thoughts
That wraps up this guide. It’s introduced you to a few good ways a better mattress can turn your room’s aesthetics around.
Be open to shopping around. Go to stores, check consumer reports, and ask questions. Choose a mattress that’s suitable for you and is compatible with your lifestyle. After all, you live a third of your life in bed.
Sources
1. “Average size of floor area in new single-family houses built for sale in the United States from 1975 to 2023 (in square feet)”, Source: https://www.statista.com/statistics/529371/floor-area-size-new-single-family-homes-usa/
2. “Sleep Temperature Linked to Overall Sleep Quality, Wellbeing”, Source: https://news.gallup.com/poll/506201/sleep-temperature-linked-overall-sleep-quality-wellbeing.aspx
3. “FastStats: Sleep in Adults”, Source: https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/data-research/facts-stats/adults-sleep-facts-and-stats.html
