When we sleep at night we all sleep differently. This could be from sleeping in different positions or sleeping with a light on or off. However, your mattress has a lot to do with how well you sleep.

In the world of mattresses you generally have a choice of a hard mattress, or a soft mattress. What you need is down to the individual as all personal needs are different.

Some people prefer a softer mattress. If you roll about a lot in your sleep, the softer mattress can help to absorb some of the shock and keep you supported. Some also say that the softer surface is more comfortable.

For some people, a soft mattress is a nightmare. They prefer a hard mattress that has a little give in it. This is a particularly common choice for people who have back problems. If your mattress is too soft you can aggravate any back issues you may have, as it is not providing enough support whilst you are lying still.

So what do the experts say? As a rule, they tend to say that the type of mattress you have is best decided by the individual and that this decision is generally made through trial and error.

But I feel that a lot of it is down to what you are used to. If you have always had a soft mattress, then you will probably be more likely to stick with one and likewise with a firm mattress. Humans are creatures of habit, so we therefore will tend to go for what we know.

So, go for a mattress that you know you will find comfortable. If you have no idea then try out a few in the shop, and you will know immediately when you have found the type you prefer. Trial and error or just gut instinct seems to be the key. If you need a new mattress visit our friends at dreams where you can get a dreams.co.uk bed with next day delivery at a great price.