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WIRED
11 hours ago
- Health
- WIRED
I Slept on Wolf's Memory Foam Hybrid Premium Firm Mattress for a Week and Was Impressed
For context, I usually sleep on the Nolah Evolution Hybrid (9/10, WIRED Recommends), which happens to be one of the best mattresses I've tested to date. The first thing I noticed with this bed was that the pressure relief was eerily similar to the Nolah's. Even with a more medium-firm surface, which I'd put right around a 6.5 out of 10, it wasn't uncomfortable against my hips or shoulders. This is really helpful for side sleepers in particular. The feel and firmness of the mattress are also right on target for achieving pressure relief and weight distribution for lumbar support. Too soft a mattress and your lower back bends into weird-feeling angles. As sleepers with back pain will tell you, even the slightest pressure applied to your lower back can be a means for a rough night of sleep. That being said, I think average and plus-size sleepers who are in that 150-pound-and-up range are best suited for this bed. If you have really serious hip pain or have a smaller build, this bed's firmness and pressure-relieving layers are most likely not going to agree with your joints. Not all mattresses can achieve the right support level, but here is a rare instance where I felt confident sleeping on my stomach, back, and side. That's no small feat, and I can't understate that. I picked up on that right away on the first night of testing. Throughout the duration of my time with the bed (which was a week, to be exact), I also came to appreciate the edge support, cooling, and motion isolation the construction offered. Edge support is just how it sounds—where a mattress makes sure you're not rolling off the sides in the middle of the night. Given that I love to sleep on the edge, as my two small dogs hog the rest of the bed, this is a feature I'm always acutely aware of while testing. I felt secure the entire time, and I had no issues sitting on the sides or bottom while getting in and out of bed, either. The Alpha Mattress Photograph: Julia Forbes I live in a humid climate that sticks around long after the sun has set. I had thinner, eucalyptus-based cooling sheets on the bed, which helped play to the performance of the Wolf's cooling cover. I could feel the coolness of the cover permeating through the sheets, and I didn't note one instance of overheating during testing. Motion transfer I also pay special attention to, because even with small dogs jumping in and out of bed or even with my husband who sleeps like a log, even slight movement wakes me up. One night the dogs were just trying to burn the midnight oil, but their incessant antics of trying to turn the bed into a trampoline park were unsuccessful. Slight vibrations were felt, but nothing that broke me out of my sleep trance—until someone barked at me to go outside. I don't take it easy on my critical analysis of mattresses, which is why I don't land on the high score lightly. Wolf Mattress didn't just manage to hold its own, but it made its debut on my personal all-stars list. I love the value it delivers straight out of the box. The materials feel high-quality, the performance was top-tier, and the price was on target to match. Based on this experience, I'm excited to see all the things the company has planned.
WIRED
17-06-2025
- General
- WIRED
What Type of Mattress Should You Choose?
Jun 17, 2025 9:37 AM Here's how to pick the best mattress for your sleep needs, straight from a professional mattress tester. Courtesy of Birch; Nectar Sleep; Nolah All products featured on WIRED are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. If you're looking to buy a mattress, I don't need to tell you the research process is complex. To assist with that, we have a whole guide that lays out (no pun intended … OK, partially intended) where to begin. But for now, I'm going to walk through the various types of mattress materials . My hope is that by the time you finish reading this, you'll have a better idea of what kind of mattress you're looking for, which will make your final decision that much easier. To put your mind at ease, let me walk you through my credentials: I'm a certified Sleep Science coach and mattress tester of over five years. I can dissect a mattress blueprint faster than pouring your morning cup of coffee, I've perfected my unboxing form (because mattresses are heavy ), and I can recite the manufacturing process of major mattress materials at any given moment. It's a fun party trick, but it makes me what I like to think of as the final boss of mattress testing. My teammates also know their stuff (we sleep on mattresses we test for a week or more, then report back on our findings), which helped us compile this list of the best mattresses of 2025. So, back to picking a type of mattress: Despite the popularity of mattresses in a box and the image they project in our heads, it's so much more than a rectangular piece of foam you sleep on. There are four main types of mattresses: innerspring, hybrid, memory foam, and latex. To help me explain these materials even more, I asked John Merwin, CEO of 3Z Brands (parent company of Helix, Birch, Bear, Nolah, and Leesa) and founder of Brooklyn Bedding, to weigh in as well. Innerspring Truth be told, this is more of a history lesson than a type of mattress you want to shop for (unless you really love this kind of mattress; to each their own). 'Traditional' innerspring mattresses are the firm-feeling beds you probably have early memories of, given that the makeup is just innerspring coils wrapped in a cover. It's just as squeaky as you probably remember, too, as the coil type used involves connecting each and every coil to work as one unit. These are Bonnell coils, and they connect both laterally and vertically. All to say, when you lie down and your weight is pressed into the mattress, all those coils act as 'one for all and all for one' and simultaneously compress down. It's not going to work wonders for pressure relief like modern hybrids will, but it is highly responsive, which means it'll pop back into its original shape as you move around. So if you're a sleeper who moves around between sleeping positions, coils are a good feature to have, so you're getting near-instantaneous support. Why aren't traditional coils in the works with mattresses nowadays? According to Merwin, upgraded pocketed coils far outperform traditional ones. 'Unlike traditional coils that are wired together and move as a unit, pocketed coils are encased individually, which allows each coil to respond independently to movement and pressure," he said. "This design minimizes motion transfer, so when one person moves or gets out of bed, their partner feels far less disruption. It also provides more targeted support, contouring to the body in a way that improves spinal alignment and overall comfort.' While you can still find innerspring mattresses with traditional coils out there, they're typically getting phased out in favor of hybrids. Truth be told, I've only tested less than a handful of them over the years. If you're dead set on this mattress type, all power to you, and have fun on your personal mattress treasure hunt. Hybrid Traditional coil mattresses have evolved into hybrids, which is what you will likely encounter on today's mattress market (aside from latex and foam options). Hybrid mattresses are highly customizable, allowing you to pick and choose what you want in your bed, whether that's a combination of foam and coils, latex and coils, or even a mix of the three. Many mattress reviews will use the phrase 'best of both worlds' to describe hybrids, as this mattress lets you sample the design aspects of the materials involved. You can get the pressure relief you need from memory foam or latex on top, but ample support from the coil core (not to mention the aforementioned responsiveness from coil inclusion). Speaking of coils and harking back to traditional mattress design, the type of coil used in hybrid mattresses matters too, as it improves upon the design of the Bonnell coil. The keywords to look for are 'pocketed coils' or 'individually wrapped coils,' which make up the main support mechanism of a mattress. Instead of being interconnected, each coil stays in its own lane (pocket, really) and will compress uninhibited by the other coils around it. In other words, where there is more weight, the bed will feel firmer. This is especially applicable for areas where body weight is centralized when you're lying down, particularly around the hips and shoulders. Pocketed coils are also meant to outperform traditional ones in the motion isolation arena, meaning that when you move around, the individual coil takes the heat motion-wise and stops the bed from reenacting a small earthquake. With the interconnectivity of traditional coils, it doesn't take much for the feeling of movement to travel along the entire surface of the bed. Fun fact: You do not need a box spring with a hybrid mattress. This is a recurring question I see, and pocketed coils in hybrids eliminate the need for one. Box springs were designed to give more support and elevate performance to traditional coil beds, which would align certain sections of coils to yield more support. Nowadays, you may actually void your warranty if you use a box spring with a hybrid mattress—be sure to check that fine print. Memory Foam We actually have NASA to thank for this one. If you google images of those early space missions, it's no wonder that something was needed to keep astronauts from being jostled around inside rockets; hence, memory foam was born. It's evolved quite a bit from those initial iterations, especially when Tempur-Pedic came onto the scene in the '80s with a vision for it to become the basis of sleep products. Today, memory foam stands in a league of its own when it comes to the unique, compressive feel. Photograph: Bear Mattress Memory foam is more of an umbrella term for all the iterations mattress brands have come up with today, but let's refer to the mattress manufacturing expert for this one. "Memory foam is produced by combining liquid polyurethane with various chemicals, like polyols and isocyanates, to enhance its viscosity and density," says Merwin. Without whipping out the periodic table of elements and giving you a science lesson in the chemical components of this material, here's the need-to-know: These compounds form a malleable foam that holds teeny-tiny bubbles within it. How it works is, as you lie on it, your body imparts heat onto the surface, flowing into these air pockets, which in turn allows it to become softer to contour around your body. But for the science enthusiasts reading this, Merwin's got you covered: 'The key ingredient is a polymer that creates an open-cell structure, which allows the material to respond to heat and pressure. This is what gives memory foam its signature contouring or 'hugging' feel. During the manufacturing process, the liquid foam mixture is poured onto a moving line, where it expands and solidifies into large foam blocks, which we call 'buns.' At a high level, it's a blend of chemistry and precision that transforms raw materials into a high-quality product.' To say it's a natural fit for those who need pressure relief from their mattress may be a bit too on the nose, but it's arguably the most standout feature of this material. It also lessens the feeling of movement for the most restless of sleepers, which also makes it an attractive option for couples. Arguably, the biggest issue that plagues memory foam is heat retention, since once the heat has entered into these air chambers, it turns into something akin to microscopic saunas that can make the overall mattress into a nightmare for those who sleep warm. This is where the various iterations of foam come into play, as some brands infuse elements like graphite, copper, gel, or more advanced cooling technology like phase-change materials into the foams that they use. Latex The same stuff that goes into tires, balloons, and sports equipment can also be used for mattresses—and it's the good stuff, too. Latex acts similarly to memory foam when it comes to pressure relief, but is far more reactive to you moving around. Think of a rubber band snapping back into shape when released; it's pretty dang close to that. Many brands rely on organic rubber sap to create latex as we know it, and there are two categories of latex foam you'll usually find with mattresses: Dunlop and Talalay. These names refer to the production process and resulting product, as liquid rubber is poured into molds, torched at high temperatures (called 'vulcanization' and yes, I have to resist doing Spock's 'live long and prosper' hand signal every time), and flash-frozen to retain the feel. Dunlop is a firmer latex foam, and hence, firmer feel. Talalay yields a more plush feel. Latex is generally pretty even-keeled when it comes to temperature, too, keeping heat from accumulating within your mattress to maintain a nice, room-temperature feel. So, Now What? Congratulations, if you made it to this part of this article, you've passed your mattress type crash course. Hopefully, it's a bit less overwhelming to kick off your mattress research when you better understand what each product actually is . And to further your mattress education, we are actively testing beds to put into our mattress guides. These picks are not only what material works in what instance, but specific models we've tested that best exemplify what the material has to offer. There is always the option to try these mattress types in person to better discern what the bounciness of latex feels like, or the pressure relief of memory foam. But if you aren't all for a field trip to the mattress store, online brands offer sleep trials so that you can comfortably try out their products without leaving your house. Now comes the next part of our course: becoming a mattress tester yourself!
WIRED
15-06-2025
- Health
- WIRED
I Review Mattresses for a Living. This Is What I Sleep on at Home
These holes allow the hips and shoulders to get a generally softer feel, while a firmer one is upheld right under where your spine curves. A 2-inch layer of comfort foam follows for—you guessed it—more pressure relief, along with a transition layer protecting the foam from the coil core. The coils are pocketed, allowing each one to react to your body instead of making it a group project like traditional innerspring beds of old. They're also reinforced in the center and along the edges, which is just an extra-firm feel to keep these particular areas extra-supported. Lastly, everything is set up on a foam base, which lets the coils really do their thing without being compressed by contact with your bed frame. Ultimate Sleep Experience OK, enough shop talk. Here's what I like from testing this mattress. I remember when Nolah first launched the Evolution back in 2020, and it was touted as a good option for side sleepers with all the pressure relief and lumbar support features. When I eventually tried it (and various iterations afterward), it consistently delivered on these marks. Something that has always stood out to me as a major value add was the three firmness options available: plush, luxury firm, and firm. Having a variety of firmnesses is an easy way to make a mattress more accessible to all kinds of sleepers, especially with different body types and sleeping positions. I landed on 'luxury firm' for a couple of reasons, chief among them being that I'm part of a dynamic sleeping duo. In other words, my husband is a back sleeper, and I'm a stomach sleeper (who is desperately trying to be a side sleeper, mind you). All to say, these sleeping positions can require different firmness levels for adequate support, preferences not even being factored in. Luxury firm is the middle ground, and we've found it to be a welcoming amount of softness that doesn't cancel out the feeling of support. While I'm on my side, my hips and shoulders get hugged, and if I'm on my stomach, my lower back stays lifted. Everything remains relatively on the same level—hips, lower back, and shoulders—which is what you want for even spine alignment. When on your back, your spine curves away from the bed, but the pillow top takes up that space nicely. That way your back doesn't feel like it's being left out support-wise, and this eliminates a potential cause of back pain.
CNET
27-05-2025
- Business
- CNET
Memorial Day Sale Still Live: Last Chance to Enjoy a Flat 35% Sitewide Discount at Nolah
Sales events like Memorial Day are a great time to save on some big-ticket items, like new tech gadgets and appliances. Another category that sees major price drops during this time is mattresses. The holiday weekend officially wrapped up yesterday, but if you didn't get a chance to invest in your sleep for less while the event was live, we have good news. Some deals are still available, including 35% off sitewide at Nolah. Plus, select mattress purchases come with two free pillows. However, since Memorial Day is officially over, this sale will likely end soon. Nolah makes some of the absolute best soft mattresses on the market, which makes them an excellent option if you're a side sleeper. In particular, our experts recommend the Nolah Original for those on a tight budget. The queen-size typically sells for $1,449, but it's currently on sale for just $942, which saves you more than $500. There's also the Nolah Evolution Hybrid, which is our overall favorite soft mattress this year, thanks to its plush pillow top and zoned support. The queen size is currently $744 off, which drops the price to just $1,383. Both of these mattresses also come with a free pair of pillows, a $149 value. Tons of other mattresses are on sale, as well as discounts on bases, pillows, sheets and toppers. Why these deals matter Nolah's mattresses are already some of our favorites for those on a tight budget, so a chance to pick one up for hundreds off the usual price is a can't-miss bargain if you're shopping for a new bed. These are excellent options for those who sleep on their side or just prefer a cushier sleep experience, and they're 35% off right now. Just be sure to hurry, since the sale might not last much longer.
New York Post
24-05-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Nolah Evolution Mattress review: My sweetest sleep yet
The New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. I love my bed. I know, that doesn't make me special — like, who doesn't love their bed? But I do; I love my bed, and I'm often hesitant to make changes to things that work for me, even when they're in desperate need of a replacement. Then, an opportunity arose. Enter Nolah mattresses. I had no idea at the time, but I'd soon come to love my bed even more. I watch TV from my bed, work from my bed, read in bed, and most importantly, sleep in bed. After using the Nolah Evolution 15 mattress for just about a month, here's what I thought. Memorial Day Mattress sales Looking for the best Memorial Day Mattress sales of 2025? Check out these incredible deals: Helix: 25% off sitewide + a free bedding bundle with any Luxe or Elite mattress order with the code MEMDAY25 25% off sitewide + a free bedding bundle with any Luxe or Elite mattress order with the code Birch: 25% off sitewide with the code MEMDAY25 25% off sitewide with the code Leesa: 30% off select mattresses 30% off select mattresses Saatva : Save up to $600 off any mattress, no code needed : Save up to $600 off any mattress, no code needed Brooklyn Bedding: 30% off the entire website with the code MEMORIAL30 30% off the entire website with the code Bear: 35% off, plus two free pillows with the code MEMORIALDAY 35% off, plus two free pillows with the code Nolah: 35% off sitewide, plus get two free pillows 35% off sitewide, plus get two free pillows Cocoon by Sealy : 35% off all Mattresses + Free Sealy Sleep bundle : 35% off all Mattresses + Free Sealy Sleep bundle Dreamcloud : Save up to 60% on mattresses — Prices start at $299 : Save up to 60% on mattresses — Prices start at $299 Necter : Save up to 50% on mattresses + 66% on bundles : Save up to 50% on mattresses + 66% on bundles Sleep Number: Up to 50% off the new iLE smart bed, free premium delivery + 10% off all bases About Nolah Nolah is not just a mattress brand, but a 'sleep technology' company dedicated to pain-free sleep. To the Nolah team, 'the dream is to perfect the sleep experience for customers of all sleep positions, sizes, ages, and budgets.' Using premium materials like AirFoam and a proprietary HDMax Tri-Zone coil system, Nolah mattresses are designed to address vulnerabilities with ergonomic solutions that target common pain points like your hips and spine. The brand currently offers seven different mattress models, all of which target different needs. There's the Nurture, made from Talalay latex and designed specifically for kids' beds; the Signature, which offers the most pressure relief with more AirFoam layers; the Original, an AirFoam mattress for any sleeping type, and the one we tested, the Evolution, which is Nolah's most popular mattress with 'the best cooling and comfort features,' is also one of the best mattresses for side-sleepers. Nolah Pros: Easy to unbox and set up The hybrid model (foam and coils) offers pressure support for side sleepers Cons: 15″ thickness, so the mattress may sit high depending on your bed frame Layers: 7 | Height: 15″ | Dimensions (queen): 60″ x 80″ | Firmness levels available: 3 (plush, luxury firm, firm) | Sleep trial: 120 nights | Free shipping: yes, via FedEx | Warranty: limited lifetime warranty Our review of the Nolah Evolution 15 mattress Nolah Evolution delivery and unboxing The Nolah Evolution was my first 'mattress in a box' experience, so suffice it to say I was very intrigued by the whole enterprise. Previously, I'd bought mattresses from furniture stores, so it was always delivered to my house already opened up, fluffy, and ready to sleep on. That's obviously not the case with boxed mattresses, but the entire process was much simpler than I expected. The mattress arrived on my doorstep and while I was able to drag the box inside myself, it was quite heavy, so moving it into the bedroom and actually beginning the unboxing process was definitely a two-person job. Nolah's instructions, sent to me in an email shortly after ordering the mattress, were easy to understand and simple to follow. Step one: open one end of the box and slide the mattress roll out. From there, we were instructed to pick up the entire mattress roll, plastic wrap still intact, and align it on the base of the bed frame. Then, it was time to cut the plastic wrap and unroll, releasing the vacuum sealing that kept the mattress tightly rolled up. Angela Tricarico Once you've cut through the plastic significantly enough, the mattress will spring open and expand quickly. All that was left to do was position the mattress correctly and let it continue to expand. All in all, it took about 5 minutes from box to bed, and not much longer after that to fully expand. Nolah Evolution 15 construction The Nolah Evolution mattress has seven internal layers, all serving different functions. Here's a little bit more about them. Cooling Quilted Euro Topper: a 2-inch breathable foam topper that cushions your curves while drawing heat away from the body. AirBreath Heat Escape Gusset: a 4-inch border that aids air circulation by letting body heat escape rather than accumulating inside the mattress, keeping the foam layers cool, fresh, and dry. Zoned AirFoam HD: This high-density foam layer heightens pressure relief for side sleepers, with enhanced flexibility around the shoulders and firmer support around the lumbar region. CoreComfort Foam: another foam layer provides an additional 2 inches of pressure relief and head-to-toe support. EverAdapt Transition Foam: placed right above the coil layer, this 1-inch layer of foam adds a subtle bounce and absorbs fluctuations from the coils below (so you won't feel it when your partner moves or gets out of bed). HDMax Tri-Zone Coils and Reinforced Edges: at 8 inches, the thickest layer of the mattress offers deep support and durability with individually wrapped coils made for motion isolation and grouped into three zones for targeted support. Thicker perimeter coils increase edge support. Stabilizing Base Foam: The coil layer rests on top of one final foam foundation layer, increasing overall stability. Angela Tricarico All of these layers are encased in an extra-strong fabric border with carrying handles and a non-skid backside to keep your mattress stable on a bed frame or foundation. The top of the Evolution mattress is covered with a soft cotton ArcticTex cover that keeps you cool and protects the mattress from damage. Sleeping on the Nolah Evolution mattress For a long time, a new mattress seemed like more of a hassle than it was worth, so the one on my bed had stuck around a while. I'm talking years — I had my pre-Nolah mattress since at least high school, and despite searching all over it, I couldn't even figure out what brand it was. I know what I like, though, and that's another reason I was hesitant to make a big change. What if I get this mattress, go through the entire process of moving my old one, and set up this new one just to end up hating it?! Angela Tricarico Nolah's 120-night sleep trial eased some of the nerves that came with buying and installing a mattress I hadn't gotten the chance to test out in a store beforehand. I'll just get this out of the way now: I love the Nolah Evolution mattress, and even after over a month of use, I haven't been able to find a major flaw. I don't like an overly plush mattress, so the 'firm' firmness has been perfect. On its own scale, Nolah rates the firmness of the 'firm' mattress as a 7-8, putting it closer to 'wood log' than 'jello' on a spectrum. Per The Sleep Foundation, a 7-8 firm mattress has virtually no sinkage and minimal conforming. Firmness, check. It's just how I like it. Onto the next major criteria: how do I feel after a good night's sleep? In my sleeping experience (all 27 years of it), there's always one major sign that the mattress I'm sleeping on, as a side-sleeper, just isn't for me: hip and lower back pain. It happens nearly every time I sleep in a hotel and it definitely made college dorms a bit of a struggle. When I woke up the morning after my first restful sleep on the Nolah Evolution, my hips didn't hurt, and I knew that if that pain hadn't started overnight on that first night, it likely wouldn't develop the longer I slept on it — and so far, it hasn't. The only minor flaw I've found, and I mean minor, is the mattress height. At 15 inches, it's quite tall, so depending on your bed frame, you may find yourself having to do a little hop to get up on it at night, like I do. You'll likely feel a little more elevated, too, depending on your old mattress' height. Nolah Evolution mattress pricing The Nolah Evolution 15 mattress is available in seven different sizes. Here's how much they cost, before any deals or discounts. Size: Price: Twin (38″ x 74″) $1,460.00 Twin XL (38″ x 80″) $1,727.00 Full (54″ x 75″) $1,994.00 Queen (60″ x 80″) $2,127.00 King (76″ x 80″) $2,394.00 California King (72″ x 84″) $2,394.00 Split King 2x (38″ x 80″) $3,454.00 Nolah shipping, warranty, and sleep trial All of Nolah's mattresses, including the one I received, ship free via FedEx from the brand's warehouse in Arizona. Mine shipped on March 26 and arrived on my doorstep five days later on March 31. All of the mattresses also come with a 120-night sleep trial to ensure your mattress of choice is the right one for you. During the trial period, you'll be able to request an exchange or return your mattress for a full refund. You'll have to pay $99.00 for pickup and return shipping if you choose to return your mattress. Nolah mattresses are also covered by a limited lifetime warranty. For the first 10 years from the original purchase date, the mattress is warranted against non-excluded defects in the workmanship or materials at no additional cost to the customer. Beyond the first 10 years, users will have to pay a prorated replacement charge that changes depending on how long they've had the mattress. The final verdict If you, like me, consider yourself someone hesitant to jump on the mattress-in-a-box trend, take this as a sign that it's 100% worth it. When you consider all of the factors, including the incredibly easy setup, sleep trial, price, and warranty, the Nolah Evolution 15 is an excellent mattress that will be sure to bring you sweet dreams. How we tested Angela Tricarico I've been sleeping on the Nolah Evolution 15 for about a month at the time of writing. As noted above, I switched from a very old mattress, and to make it comfortable, I've had to put a memory foam mattress pad on top. I could immediately feel the difference between using a mattress and a mattress pad combination vs. this new mattress, with a cooling foam topper built in. It's a small thing that actually makes a massive difference. It's been quite warm in my house, so I've been sure to note how the cooling technology of the mattress works, as well. To provide the most comprehensive review I could, I tested the mattress based on these criteria: comfort level, pressure relief, edge support, and temperature regulation. Comfort level: For me, a comfortable mattress means something on the firmer side, that's not too plush and has minimal sinkage. The firm Nolah Evolution 15 mattress is the perfect balance of firmness with a softer top that has led to nothing but sweet dreams. Pressure relief: As a side-sleeper, if I'm sleeping on the wrong mattress, my hips will know it immediately. The Nolah Evolution offers full-body support, with a specific focus on the hips and lower back, to relieve pressure from those points. I haven't woken up with hip or back pain yet; so far, so good! Edge support: This is a big consideration, due to the fact that I've been sleeping on a twin mattress. If I'm not completely centered on the mattress, I'm automatically drifting toward an edge. Thanks to the thicker coils around the perimeter of the mattress, the edge support is increased. I don't feel like I'm going to roll right off the side if I happen to get closer to the edge in my sleep. It's a bit softer on the edges, but it's still just as supportive as the center of the mattress. Temperature regulation: I started testing this mattress during a perfect time: it's not yet hot enough to warrant turning the air conditioning on, but it's not cold either. I knew I would be putting Nolah Evolution's cooling factors to the test. I don't use cooling sheets or anything in that realm, but I was pleasantly surprised to find that this mattress doesn't trap body heat. Obviously, where you sleep is going to be warmer, but it cools quickly and makes for an incredibly pleasant sleeping environment. FAQ How to choose the right mattress for you Mattresses are one of those things where 'one size fits all' does not apply. While the different sizes are standardized, the varying firmnesses will be what makes a mattress the right one for you. According to The Sleep Foundation, your sleep position and height/weight are major factors in determining which one is best for you. Extra Soft to Soft (1-3 out of 10) : Often comfortable for side sleepers who weigh under 130 pounds : Often comfortable for side sleepers who weigh under 130 pounds Medium Soft to Medium Firm (4-6 out of 10) : Moderate support, less sinkage. Sleepers who weigh between 130 and 230 pounds usually enjoy a good balance of contouring and support. : Moderate support, less sinkage. Sleepers who weigh between 130 and 230 pounds usually enjoy a good balance of contouring and support. Firm to Extra Firm (7-10 out of 10): Offers exceptional support for sleepers who weigh over 230 pounds and stomach sleepers How often should you replace a mattress? Under normal conditions, The Sleep Foundation recommends replacing a mattress every 6-8 years. Various factors, including the materials a mattress is made from, will determine a specific mattress' lifespan. If it's noticeably saggy, noisier than normal, or negatively affecting your sleep, it might be time to shop for a new mattress. For over 200 years, the New York Post has been America's go-to source for bold news, engaging stories, in-depth reporting, and now, insightful shopping guidance. 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