People with back and joint pains usually prefer a firm mattress over a soft one. This is because firm mattresses are made to return your spine to its neutral alignment, reducing pressure on your back. That’s why a firm mattress is often referred to as a chiro mattress, as they aid chiropractic treatments.

At Total Direct, we have various firm mattresses made of natural fibres, foam, and springs that can aid your aches and pains, improving your quality of sleep. Our mattresses are great for everyone, regardless of your sleeping preferences.

Types of Firm Mattresses at Total Direct

Our warehouses stock various firm mattresses made of various materials, including:

• Coconut fibre firm mattress: These mattresses have a layer of natural coconut fibre, recyclable and environmentally friendly. The sturdy fibres make a very firm layer that, when combined with soft latex/memory foam, creates a firm but comfortable bed.
• High-density foam firm mattress: The high-density foam firm mattresses are made with thick foam for pressure release, taking the weight off your joints and back. This promotes deep sleep stages, including REM. Great for stomach sleepers. 
• Spring firm mattress: Spring mattresses are designed to create a flat surface to lie your back on. The flat and firm bed supports your spine and keeps it straight, maintaining your good posture even in sleep.

Each type of mattress comes in various sizes as well. You can choose between Single, King Single, Double, Queen, and King mattresses, depending on your needs.

Firm Mattress vs. Soft Mattress

The biggest difference between firm and soft mattresses is what sleeping experience they create. Firm mattresses promote neutral spine position, great for people with back pain and stomach sleepers. Hence, the bed is more rigid and less likely to sag when you sleep in it. Soft mattresses, on the other hand, are designed to sag under your weight. They hug the body, giving better sleep and easing joint pains. 

Why Should You Use a Firm Mattress?

Whether or not you use a firm mattress comes down to preference. Some people prefer to have a soft mattress that envelopes them, and some choose a firmer mattress. But that doesn’t mean that a firm mattress doesn’t have health benefits.

A firm mattress is great for your posture without robbing you of a comfortable night’s sleep. Other than the boon to your posture, this type of mattress also creates a more relaxed sleep environment. The mattress takes weight and pressure off your back and limbs, leaving them more relaxed for a deeper sleep.

Moreover, firm mattresses have memory resistance, which prevents them from changing shape. A mattress without memory foam will succumb to your weight and leave an impression, making the mattress surface uneven. The uneven surface prevents the bed from aligning with your spine, resulting in body aches and bad posture. 

Hence, if you spend more of your time in bed or you have a heavier body, it’s a great idea to get firm mattresses. That way, your bed stays sturdy even after prolonged use. With minimal shape change and the always flat surface, firm mattresses are very durable, lasting years, even decades after your purchase. 

Other than that, a firm mattress is the perfect bed for:

• Stomach sleepers: Stomach sleepers can sleep comfortably in a firm mattress without it sinking and bending their spine.
• Back sleepers: Back sleepers need a bed that can support their whole back, which is what a firm mattress does.
• People with joint pain: Firm mattresses can help circulate blood and support joints better, reducing aches and pains.
• Bedbound people: People who have limited mobility and stay in bed for a prolonged time need a sturdy, firm mattress that won’t change shape and lose any support.

Shop at Total Direct

Shop your new firm mattress at Total Direct. All our mattresses come with a 12-month warranty unless stated otherwise. Total Direct offers $90 Victoria-wide delivery (40km radius) or free pickup at:

• Preston warehouse (3/73 Gower St, Preston, VIC 3072)
• Springvale warehouse (45 Osborne Ave, Springvale VIC 3171)
• Derrimut warehouse (3/61 Castro Way, Derrimut VIC 3026)
• Somerton warehouse (9 Burnett St, Somerton VIC 3062)