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Questions about beds and mattresses answered & stories told.

While your friends may have good intentions and want to help you, it's important to remember that mattress preferences are highly personal and subjective. What works for one person may not work for another, as p...

It is generally not recommended to add to your existing mattress to make it larger, as it could compromise the integrity of the mattress and affect its overall support and comfort.(It's a terrible idea and will ...

Whether two people can sleep comfortably in a double bed depends on a variety of factors, such as their size, sleeping habits, and personal preferences. A double bed typically measures 54 inches wide by 75 inches lo...

It may be difficult to sleep comfortably on a twin bed if you are 6ft tall. A twin bed is typically 38 inches wide and 75 inches long, which can be too short for someone who is 6ft tall. You may find that your feet ...

There are several luxury mattress brands that offer high-end and expensive mattresses. The most expensive mattress on the market can vary depending on the size and type of mattress, as well as the materials used in ...

Some of the cheapest mattress options available in the market are: Inflatable air mattresses - these can be found for as low as $20 to $30.(Only better than sleeping directly on the floor, and only in a pinch)...

Neither a mattress that is too firm nor one that is too soft is ideal for everyone. The best mattress for you will depend on your individual preferences, body type, and sleeping style. A mattress that is too firm...

No, a tight top, euro top, and pillow top mattress will not feel the same. Each of these types of mattresses has a different construction that affects the feel and support provided to the sleeper.(Almost completely ...

Yes, there is an industry standard for determining whether a mattress is firm or plush. The firmness of a mattress is usually determined by its indentation load deflection (ILD) rating, which measures the force requ...

For stomach sleepers, the best type of mattress is one that provides enough support to keep the spine aligned, while also being comfortable and able to relieve pressure points. Here are a few types of mattresses tha...

As an AI language model, I do not have access to up-to-date information on which company currently makes the world's hardest mattress. However, it's worth noting that the definition of "hardness&quo...

If your home has a narrow staircase and you need to get a king size mattress into your bedroom, there are a few options you can consider: Measure the staircase and the mattress: Take precise measurements of th...

The ideal height of a mattress from the floor can vary based on personal preferences and factors such as the height of the bed frame and your body type. In general, the height of the mattress from the floor should a...

The ideal thickness for a mattress can vary depending on personal preferences, body weight, sleeping position, and any specific needs or medical conditions. In general, most people find that a mattress with a thickn...

The thickness of a bunk bed mattress depends on various factors such as the size of the bed, weight capacity, and personal preference. Generally, bunk bed mattresses are thinner than regular mattresses because o...

One product that you may use for eight hours a day and last ten years is a high-quality mattress. A good mattress can provide comfortable and supportive sleep, and is designed to last for many years with proper care...

If you have a frozen shoulder, sleeping can be difficult and uncomfortable. Here are some tips on how to sleep if you have a frozen shoulder: Sleep on your back: Sleeping on your back can help alleviate pre...

Tingling sensations in the lower legs when waking up can have various causes. Some possible reasons include: Poor circulation: Inadequate blood flow to the lower legs due to sitting or standing for long period...

There are several possible causes of back pain when you sleep, including: Poor sleeping posture: Sleeping in an awkward or unsupportive position can cause back pain. For example, sleeping on your stomach can s...

A room for a double size bed should be at least 10 feet by 10 feet (3.0 meters by 3.0 meters) to provide enough space for the bed and allow for easy movement around the room. However, it is recommended to have a roo...

A little twin size bed typically measures 39 inches wide by 75 inches long(that's the approximate measurement of the mattress and box not the bed frame which typically is 2 to 4 inches wider and longer), but it&...

The lifespan of a memory foam and latex layer in a mattress can vary depending on several factors such as quality of materials, usage, and care. Generally, high-quality memory foam and latex layers can last for seve...

Bending a mattress can cause damage and may affect the integrity and overall comfort of the mattress. It's not recommended to bend a mattress as it can damage the internal springs, foam layers, and other compone...

There are several reasons why you may be experiencing back pain from your mattress, including: 1. Your mattress is too old and has lost its support. 2. Your mattress is too soft or too hard, causing improper a...

Bamboo mattresses (all mattresses)can have a mild odor when they are first unpackaged, which is commonly referred to as off-gassing(more often if this occurs the smellis from the glues used to hold comfort layers to...

It is generally recommended to open a vacuum packed mattress within a month of receiving it. This is because the mattress needs to be allowed to "breathe" and expand to its full shape and size before being...

Yes, flippable mattresses are still available. These types of mattresses have two sides that can be used, with one side typically featuring a firmer support layer and the other a softer comfort layer. (actually not ...

It depends on your personal preferences and the specific mattress you are considering.(if you can truly sleep on anything then online purchasing is not a bad idea).Online mattresses can be a convenient and cost-effe...

Comfort is a subjective measure and can vary greatly from person to person(True).A futon mattress is typically made of foam or cotton and can be folded in half to double as a couch.(The good ones are). A ...

The best type of spring coil to use in a mattress depends on the individual's preferences and needs. Some types of coils that are commonly used in mattresses include: Bonnell coils: These are the most ...

Thicker mattresses may last longer than thinner mattresses, but this is not always the case. (but not because they are thicker)The durability of a mattress is determined by the quality and construction of the materi...

It is not necessarily required to replace your box springs when purchasing a new mattress, but it is recommended to do so if your current box springs are worn or damaged. (100% true but it's often difficult for ...

When a mattress salesperson says a model "waterfalls," it likely means that the mattress has a design feature that allows for the gradual sinking or "waterfall" of the mattress as you lay on ...

It is difficult to say which type of mattress (soft or firm) will last longer as it depends on several factors such as the quality of materials used (it's not difficult at all to say firmer mattresses have a lon...

It depends on the size and type of your existing mattress, (there is virtually no regular mattress that will work properly on a hospital bed if you want to use any of its electrical functions)as well as the size and...

The most expensive ingredient that can be used in a mattress is probably latex. Latex is a natural material that is derived from the sap of rubber trees and is known for its durability, comfort, and support....

The most common mattress sizes in Dubai are similar to those in Europe and North America, (100% not true North American sizes are different and measured in inches)but dimensions may vary slightly between manufacture...

A pillow top mattress typically has an additional layer of padding on top of the mattress, which can provide a softer and more cushioned feel than a regular mattress. (A pillow top layer is simply a cosmetic differe...

The California king size mattress was invented to provide more space for tall people, who found that traditional king size mattresses were too short for them. (This is true but I've always wondered why t...

Generally speaking, a mattress warranty is a guarantee from the manufacturer to repair or replace a mattress with physical defects within a certain period of time. Warranties typically last between 5-20 years, but s...

The size of a mattress can affect the overall feel and comfort of the bed, but it is not the only factor that determines how a mattress feels. (pretty much not true except with mattresses that have a very firm foam ...

Yes, it is possible to stack two mattresses together for more comfort. This can be done by placing one mattress on top of the other and using a mattress topper or pad to hold them together and smooth out any gaps be...

Memory foam mattresses can be a good choice for people with mobility issues because they are generally very comfortable and supportive. (stongly disagree because memory foam’s ability to form to your b...

Yes, it is possible to have a mattress cut down to a different size. This is a process called "resizing." There are companies that specialize in resizing mattresses, but it can also be done by a skilled up...

There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as comfort is subjective and can vary from person to person. Some people may find a thicker mattress more comfortable, while others may prefer a thinner one. It...

There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the best mattress for a person with a bad back depends on the individual's specific needs and preferences. (Good answer) Some people find that a f...

There are several factors to consider when choosing a mattress for two people. Here are some things to consider: Motion isolation: If one person gets in and out of bed or moves around a lot during the nigh...

A split queen box spring is an alternativetype of bed foundation that is designed to be used with a queen-size mattress. It is called a "split" box spring because it is divided into two separate pieces, ea...

I actually asked the AI (artificial intelligence)three separate times what the best ingredients for a mattress are and those imperfect answers are reproduced verbatim below. The best part of each attempted answer i...

Yes it will, we have many customers who have purchased two twin xl sized mattresses (we'll help you choose) from us for just this reason.

I've been using a CPAP machine for a few months now, it's made my life better but it's still far from perfect. Drop by Nine Clouds Beds Mississauga showroom pretty much every weekend of the the year a...

It will make it muchmore difficult to move within your bed and get out of your bed. Memory foam is designed to slowly mold to your body and it does so but then it keeps you in that position. It's going to be ...

The ways to buy oneof our products ranked in order of popularity. 1) Visit the showroom at 2273 Dundas Street West,Mississauga, Ontario L5K 2L8. We're open10-6 Mondaythrough Saturday and11-5 on Sunday. Seeing...

Most people put an existing waterproof mattress cover over their new purchase to protect it from stains. If you don't have one we sell them from $99 and they are well worth the investment if something goes wrong...

They already had a Beautyrest mattress topper that cost $300 and figured they could get away with a cheap mattress (a $50 mattress could only be second handbecause no supplier sells them for anywhere near that price...

I was over at an Octgenarian friends house the other day and we spent an hour sitting on his front porch. At some point I looked a hundred yards East on his stree and saw a queen size mattress and box propped up aga...

Cheap mattresses are not built of high enough quality materials to last no matter what they are placed on but better quality mattresses can be used with any platform/slatted type bed solong as there are at least 14 ...

I spent the last half hour or so in a Chat Session with customer who was unable to visit Nine Clouds Mississauga showroom. They were looking fora double mattress for a parent and wanted to select a plush double side...

Customers often want the surface of their new mattress a certain height off the floor (usually between 22" and 30"). This can be for comfort reasons because a certain height makesgetting in and out of bed ...

Back maybe 15 years ago we sold Tempur mattresses for a few months. I made that choice reluctantly because the price the manufacturer charged us to buy them was two to three times higher than any other company that ...

Today that's exactly what happened. She was looking for a quality cool gel memory foam mattress in double size and it just so happened that we had the firm version our Slumber Breeze mattress displayed on a s...

There is no available warranty coverage because the parent company scurried back to Quebec and left consumers hi and dry but we will do what we can to help including offfering a substantial credit towards the pu...

It's only five inches difference 75" vs 80" but the cost is only a few dollars more for a double xl mattress than a regular double size (around the same price as a queen size mattress of the same model...

We now have avinyl version of the Blue Sky 100 mattress and it is comfortable!

Yes you can and a customer did just that today. They showed up with a flatbed trailer which perfectly fit two double mattresses. They also received an even better than sale price because we didn't have t...

When I first turned on an open sign in 1993 our plaza was 50% vacant. The economy was struggling to make a comeback, there were just open fields between Winston Churchill Blvd and the lone building to the west (Aike...

We see dozens of customers in our showroom every month who have bought a memory foam mattress and can't live with it anymore either because it makes them hot at night (even models that are using cool gel) or bec...

We do not sell such a product but after a google search I see there are places that do for less than $20. Not many people have two twin xl size mattresses to bind together (this would make a king size mattress i...

A friend messaged me the other day asking for help to make an important business client more comfortable in their downtown Toronto hotel room. They were used to very firm mattresses and what they found in the hotel ...

A number of times a year our delivery team arrives at a customer’s home to find a customer’s existing mattress is a different size than the one they ordered. If you’ve ordered a custom size matt...

There are 175 online merchants of beds in a box in the U.S. according to this article from CNBC. Customers tell us this all the and how could you tell them apart just by reading their copy on their website? Wehav...

We recently had a mattress made for a customer who has an unusually tight staircase. They told us their current mattress had to be bent to get it up the stairs but we had no idea how much work that took ...

Spring filled can be quite good but it is definitely notmemory foam which forms so wellto your body that you'll have to bevery awake to flip fromside to side. I know this for sure because this is who I am. Th...

I have tried hard to remember them all butI can tell you that the two 100% Canadian owned companies we now displayin our West Mississauga showroom make the most reliable and fairly priced beds of anybody onthis list...

I read with interest the Casper vs Endyarticle and I amnot surprised by the conclusion that the firmer mattress was cooler. That will always be the case with a firmer modelbecause the less you sink into a mattress t...

Plush talalay latex pillows with organic cotton covers are now available in our showroom to try. They are antimicrobial, hypo allergenic and resist dust mites as well. Out most comfortable and long lasting p...

We had a customer this morning that came in looking for a futon. This doesn’t happen anywhere near as often as it did twenty years ago. They sat down on one of our eight inch futon mattresses and thought ou...

No you shouldn’t. A customer asked this question yesterday and I looked them right in the eye and said “I wouldn’t walk into your doctor’s office and tell them how they should diagnose the...

A couple came in to the store late yesterday afternoon looking for the smallest and thinnest mattress they could find. To show me one of them put a finger and thumb so close together they almost touched! I explai...

I helped a nice ladyfrom Oakville today with this exact life experience. I showed her memory foam onpocket coil (no good, too much pushing back), then I showed her all memory foam (much better but to soft), and then...

We have not for at least a decade. We did buy 200 units from a wholesaler so cheaply once that we could sell twin aero beds for $79 and king sizes for $119. I doubt a deallike that will come along again anyti...

Yes it is, and it happens all the time and worst of all you have no warranty because this is not the manufacturer’s problem it’s the chain store’s problem. Hopefully you made a note on your invo...

There is almost always a set or two on display in our West Mississauga showroom that’s on sale at a very attractive discount to sell quickly. We change every floor model a couple of times a year to keep the sh...

It was asked in jest of course by a couple who rode from downtown Toronto to our Mississauga showroom in search of a double latex mattress. The three us had a lot fun discussing their options over an hour or so, tra...

A customer came in a few days ago looking for a mattress that allowed them to bounce just the right amount. They toured the store bouncing on their knees on every model (not laying down at all) proving once again th...

Customer after customer visits Nine Clouds showroom in search of a bedthat will not quickly begin to show body impressions in theirfavourite sleeping spot on their mattress. Many own plush pillow tops (body impressi...

So they sent a team of four individuals to shop at Nine Clouds pretending to be in the market for this company’s brand. Calling us and then visiting us with the name of a mattress model sold at a large departm...

A happy couple visited the store today and asked one of people if we could look up what they bought previously. Seven years ago stretches the limit of our ability to search for you name and of course we need to ...

This is a question I have never been asked in the two and half decades I’ve been in the mattress business, until yesterday. A customer came in with two sets of specifications one for the a very thin mattres...

Mattress and Bed Sizes You can choose from over three dozen different constructions and comfort levels, from a body caressing plush to board hard firm. All are currently on display in our showroom. Delivery t...

A young couple visited our Mississauga mattress showroom yesterday afternoon in search of an extra firm queen size mattress set. I always take people to the same two spots in the center section of the store when I g...

We have it. The Pocket Coil Comfort with one side firmer than the other will fit pretty much everyone’s comfort level preference. It is a pocket coil which the best spring on the market and it offers you two c...

I answered yes if it is local to the first question (she acted shocked) and I told her “it’s free” to the second question (she looked at me in total disbelief). “Will you set it up?” Ye...

A standard 3/4 mattress is 47”x 74” but I would say that would only represent 70% of the mattresses we’ve had made for customers who came in looking for three quarter size. Some are an inch or two ...

lBed bugs, infestations are increasingly common inNorth America.They have taken up residence in schools, shelters, houses, apartments, motels, health care facilities, buses, offices, movie theatres and more. The com...

An appreciative customer asked me that question in the showroom this morning. She’d purchased a queen size adjustable bed from us a week ago. I answered with a smile “yes I am the patriarch” (gosh ...

Your mattress is sagging, bumpy or even making noises (very rare) what should you do? Warranties are always offered and validated by the manufacturer of your mattress not by the retailer that delivered your bed. If ...

Vinyl mattresses are the only solution of choice for many institutional mattress settings and homes with special needs family members. Vinyl beds are easily cleanable, waterproof, and be impervious to bed bug mattre...

A California King (72x84") is not often a size you'll find available in a local mattress store but you will at Nine Clouds Beds. It’s a great choice if you're taller than say 6' 4" the ex...

Your old bed has sink hole in your sleeping position(s) leaving a peak in the center third. You have outgrown your old bed. Twin to double (now a teen), double to a queen (first place on your own), queen to king ...

As little as five years ago if a mattress didn’t have at least a small layer of cool gel memory foam no one would buy it. Manufacturers would even add that layer to the middle third of a mattress (saving money...

You may wanta certain height to get in and out of bed for comfort reasons or possiblyfor aesthetic reasons becausea certain height looks best when combined with your headboard and footboard. We can help. There ar...

A couple of times a month a customer I greet in the showroom will reach out with their right hand as if we are friends. I always clasp their hand firmly and say somewhat sheepishly “I’m sorry do we know ...

I received a “contact us” email a few weeks ago from a family moving from France to Mississauga. Given the art form that email-phishing tactics have turned into I was somewhatsuspicious. The subse...

The Obsidian ExtraFirm flippable mattress is the hardest model we have ever displayed in our showroom. We take particular joy in having people try it. There is no one who doesn’t smile when doing so, most beca...

They called the store and unleashed a tirade, threatening legal action if they were not satisfied TODAY! It upsets me when my staff are treated so harshly. Most retailers would just hang up on a customer who chooses...

Local brands hire Canadians only and keep their profits here in Canada. Local brands don’t have to wait for the ok from a U.S. head office for an everyday request that should be answerable on the spot. L...

You should rotate your mattress from head to toe three to four times a year if you own a one sided mattress and one to two times a year if you own a two sided flippable mattress ( a Nine Clouds specialty with at lea...

You must have a copy of your invoice. You must know the details of the warranty offered on your mattress Your mattress must be free of stains (there are companies that will come to your home and clean a mattress...

Yes you can here at Nine Clouds virtually every mattress we display in our Mississauga showroom is available in Super Single (48” x 84”), Waterbed Queen (60” x 84”)and Waterbed King (72&rdquo...

Nine Clouds currently has eleven mattress models that can be custom made to fit those awkward layouts (even with the corner cut off) common in fifth wheel mobile homes. They are all foam core (no springs) and vary f...

I get asked this question every day. Many customers tell me “I don’t know what kind of mattress I am looking for but I don’t want a pillow top.” They have been burned by a collapsing/dipping ...

As specialists in custom mattresses we get asked all the time how long it will take to have one made. When we answer one week if the factory isn’t busy and two weeks if it is customers are very pleasantly ...

We decidedover three years ago to turn off e-commerce on Nine Clouds website because my experience (26 years now) has shown it is crucial for you to try a mattress first for the best chance of long term happiness. V...

If you're much taller than six feet this size can be just what you need in a split king adjustable bed. Each half of the bed is 36" wide (two inches narrower than half a king size) by 84" long ( four i...

You can buy them right here at Nine Clouds Beds. We have seven models of mattresses available in the 30" x 80" standard split queen size or the nonstandard size of 32" x 80" that was featured ...

European sized mattresses including euro-queens (160cm x 200cm) and euro-kings (180cm x 200cm) are available at Nine Clouds Beds Mississauga showroom in more thanten constructions and comforts, from extra-firm t...

We alwayssuggest to customers that they should keep a copy of their matters purchase invoice in an easy to remember spot (like a zip lock bag between their mattress and box spring). It's important because your b...

Back this past spring a middle aged man and his mom visited the store early on a Saturday looking for a comfortable new twin sized mattress for her. They settled on an on sale Serta pocket coil mattress and ...

We understandably get asked this question a lot by people trying to solve a lack of comfort issue with their current mattress. If they happen to have an extra same size mattress in their home it seems like a simple ...

Of all the consolidations, bankruptcies and near bankruptcies in my over twenty years in the bedding business this is the one that shocked me the most. First, a little history. We have not sold Sealy beds here at...

It's easily the most asked customer question here at Nine Clouds Beds &Mattresses.Almost every bed in the front half of the store is a queen but people are sure they are doubles. Some are so sure in fact tha...

We've never carried the American based Sleep Number Bed but we did give a local Canadian based manufacturer three prime spots in our showroom a number of years ago. We advertised them heavily in the Mississauga ...

The first possible cause of back pain is that your mattresshas sagged so much that your spine is now out of alignment (this can happen whether you are a back-sleeper or a side-sleeper). If it has sagged over two inc...

We get asked this question a lot less than when I first started in the business over twenty years ago. I think consumers have figured out that it's the comfort layers on top of the springs that make all the diff...

Every mattress on display in our Mississauga showroom is not only made in Canada they are made by 100% Canadian owned companies. They are manufactured locally in the Greater Toronto Area which means quicker ...

We get asked this question all the time at Nine Clouds and here is your answer: The dimensions of a queen size mattress are sixty inches by eighty inches. Some manufacturers will make them slightly smaller based on ...

The Difference between Talalay & Standard Latex In 1929, Dunlopillo (then still known as Dunlop Rubber Company) invented latex foam. This original process – called Dunlop or Standard process – is sti...

Custom size mattressesof every quality ($199-1999) are available from Nine Clouds Beds showroom in Mississauga. Each mattress model is on display in a conventional size (usually queen size) which allow you to d...

Your bed….it’s where you rest, recuperate, rejuvenate and dream. It’s where you will spend a full one-third of your life. Restful sleep keeps your immune system strong, relieves stress and he...

20 years of experience in the bedding industry has lead to a startling conclusion. The well knownnational brands make many comfortable mattresses but they are not necessarily the most reliable.I would say thatwarran...

The sizes ofnormal beds and their accompanying mattress dimensions in developed countries around the world areusually standard, but include some important minor differences. Whether one is custom building furniture,...

Visco elastic memory foam was invented by NASA. Ithelped keep astronauts comfortablewhile they spentlong periods of time in their flight chairs.Memory foamperformed wellin this function andthis quickly lead peo...

Latex beds are becoming very popular in North America have sold in wide numbers in Europe for years. Latex mattresses have a higher elasticity than alternative memory foam beds. Latex foam will feel like it is tryin...

The groundbreaking study “Subjective Rating of Perceived Back Pain, Stiffness and Sleep Quality Following Introduction of Medium-Firm Bedding System,” published in the Journal of Chiropractic Med...