Friday 11 November 2011

Advice about a childs mattress


Buying a mattress for a child is the same as buying one for yourself, if not even more important. Your children are very important to you and you want them to be as safe and as comfortable as possible. The worst thing for a child is for them to have a sleepless night; therefore you should take some time out and make sure that you purchase the right mattress for your child.
There are three stages to a child’s mattress. A cot mattress is for a baby, and will last until the baby is around two years of age.  The next stage is for a toddler, you can buy a cot that will convert into a bed when the child is of age. A mattress for a toddler is important because they work to accommodate the size of your child to ensure that they are comfortable.
You can skip the toddler step and jump to the twin mattress step if you wish to do so. This can save money if you feel that it is necessary. Twin beds are not advised for toddlers due to safety reasons. Some twin mattresses can be quite high, which is what makes them unsafe for a toddler.
If you have the space in the room that your toddler is sleeping in you should purchase a full or queen sized bed. Such beds are wider and bigger giving your child more space to roll.
Even though you are buying the mattress for your child you will need to test it out to ensure that it is comfortable. You should also bring your child so that they can test it for themselves. Children are very honest and they will say if they think it is comfortable or not.
It is important that the mattress is firm; this will make sure that your child does not sink into the bed which can cause discomfort and stiffness. How firm the bed is will typically be determined by the amount of coils that it has in it. You may want to think about choosing a memory foam mattress; these mattresses are famous for their comfort.
When you buy a mattress, it is important that you purchase add on’s to go with it. One such add on is a pad to cover it. A pad will ensure that nothing is spilled onto the mattress. This is very important because if there is anything on the mattress and something goes wrong, your warranty becomes void.
Especially if you are buying it for a child since they can be very clumsy. A pad also provides extra comfort for the bed. Another valuable top up is a pillow topper. They provide two to three inches of foam. A pillow topper provides added comfort and will help your child to sleep a lot better. You will find them at any shop that supplies bedding.
If you are ready to purchase your mattress why not take a look at this website. http://www.crosbysmattresses.co.uk/