Your Guide to Mattress Types: Foam, Innerspring, & Hybrid

Choosing the right mattress is key to getting a good night’s sleep. With so many options available, understanding the different mattress types can help you find the perfect fit for your comfort and support needs. At Fenton Home Furnishings, we offer a wide range of high-quality mattresses from top brands, including Therapedic, Tempur-Pedic, Sealy, The Bedding Group, and Stearns & Foster. Let’s explore the key differences between foam, innerspring, and hybrid mattresses to help you make an informed decision.

Foam Mattresses: Pressure-Relieving Comfort

Foam mattresses are known for their exceptional pressure relief and contouring abilities. These mattresses conform to your body, providing support and reducing motion transfer—ideal for those who share a bed. Foam mattresses generally consist of multiple layers, each serving a specific purpose:

  • Comfort Layer: Made from memory foam, gel-infused foam, or latex, this top layer relieves pressure and adapts to body contours.
  • Transition Layer: A slightly firmer foam layer that helps distribute weight evenly and prevents excessive sinking.
  • Base Layer: A dense polyfoam foundation that enhances durability and provides structural support.

Featured Brands:

  • Tempur-Pedic: A leader in memory foam technology, offering superior pressure relief, spinal alignment, and durability. Their TEMPUR material adapts to your weight, shape, and temperature for personalized comfort.
  • Therapedic: Features advanced materials designed to enhance breathability and support, helping you sleep cooler and more comfortably.

Foam mattresses are great for those who experience joint pain or prefer a softer, body-hugging feel.

Innerspring Mattresses: Classic Support with a Responsive Feel

Innerspring mattresses are built with steel coils that provide strong support and a bouncy feel. These mattresses offer excellent airflow, making them a great choice for hot sleepers. The coil system plays a crucial role in comfort and longevity:

  • Bonnell Coils: A traditional hourglass-shaped coil system known for durability and affordability.
  • Pocketed Coils: Individually wrapped coils that reduce motion transfer and contour to the body.
  • Continuous Coils: Made from a single wire, these provide consistent support and durability.

Featured Brands:

  • Sealy: Sealy’s Posturepedic innerspring mattresses are designed with targeted support zones to reinforce the heaviest parts of your body and ensure proper spinal alignment.
  • The Bedding Group: Specializes in high-quality innerspring mattresses that combine comfort and durability, offering various firmness levels to suit different sleep preferences.

Innerspring mattresses are ideal for those who prefer a firmer feel and need added support, especially for back and stomach sleepers.

Hybrid Mattresses: The Best of Both Worlds

Hybrid mattresses combine foam and innerspring technology to deliver a balanced feel of support and cushioning. These mattresses typically feature a pocketed coil system with memory foam or latex layers for enhanced comfort and motion isolation. The layers in hybrid mattresses generally include the following:

  • Top Comfort Layer: This layer is made of memory foam, latex, or gel-infused foam to provide pressure relief and contouring.
  • Transition Layer: A firmer foam layer that prevents excessive sinking and enhances responsiveness.
  • Support Core: A pocketed coil system that promotes airflow, minimizes motion transfer, and provides strong lumbar support.

Featured Brands:

  • Stearns & Foster: Known for their luxurious hybrid mattresses, Stearns & Foster combines high-quality coils with premium memory foam for a perfect blend of support and plush comfort.
  • Tempur-Pedic Hybrid: Incorporates their signature TEMPUR material with innerspring support for a responsive yet pressure-relieving experience.

Hybrid mattresses are perfect for those who want both foam’s contouring benefits and innerspring coils’ responsiveness.

Find Your Perfect Mattress at Fenton Home Furnishings

At Fenton Home Furnishings, we understand that selecting the right mattress is a personal decision. That’s why we offer a wide selection of mattress types from top brands to cater to every sleep style. Visit one of our four Michigan locations to test different options and find the best mattress.

Investing in quality sleep starts with choosing the right mattress. Whether you prefer the plush comfort of foam, the firm support of innerspring, or the balanced feel of a hybrid, Fenton Home Furnishings has the perfect mattress for you. Stop by today and experience the difference a high-quality mattress can make!