This article was created in partnership with Nectar, a retailer well known for its thoughtful array of memory foam and hybrid mattresses. Whether you’re craving a better night’s sleep or are looking ...

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Once upon a time you couldn't purchase a mattress without a box spring. Today, box springs are all but obsolete, reserved only for a small niche of users. But if you’re of a certain age you might be ...

A memory foam mattress contains layers of foam that form around the body. Memory foam responds to individual body shapes. Spring mattresses have metal coils with a cushioning layer on top, which gives ...

Our expert staff answers frequently asked questions in their areas of expertise and defines common terms so you can be a smarter shopper. Read more here. If you’re a millennial or older, you likely ...

How long do mattresses last? Depending on the material, your mattress could last longer (and shorter) than you think… When it comes to finding the best mattress, one of the main things that you should ...