Fosters Mattress Blog

You might recall the old adage, Patience is a virtue. In the case of your new mattress, this saying holds true. Giving up too quickly on a mattress that you spent time trying out in the store will keep you from ultimately experiencing that same level of comfort you discovered in our store. When you try out a mattress in the store, chances are, it has been on the floor for a little while, meaning that it has had time to adjust to the appropriate comfort level. This is why a new mattress that has just been delivered and set up in your...

At what point should I replace my current mattress? By Doug Rowan, Sleep Specialist at Fosters Mattress · Published June 22, 2026 Quick AnswerMost experts recommend replacing your mattress every 7–10 years. High-quality latex mattresses can last 10–20+ years, while lower-quality memory foam or innerspring models may need replacing closer to 6–8 years. The real deciding factor is how the mattress affects your sleep and health, not just its age. Key Takeaways Mattress materials weaken and provide less support over the years. Your body changes over the years and may require more pressure relief. Like old shoes or a chair,...

Best Mattress Options for Couples with Different Sleep Needs By Charles Foster, Owners, Sleep Expert at Fosters Mattress · Published June 22, 2026 · Last updated June 22, 2026 Quick AnswerA bed built for you both. TEMPUR-ActiveBreeze® with Personalized Climate Control allows each individual to control the temperature on their side of the mattress. The TEMPUR-Ergo® ProSmart® Air Base automatically detects snoring so your partner's sleep isn't disrupted and they adjust separately allowing each person to adjust for their optimal sleep. The TEMPUR-Material reduces partner motion disturbance ensuring a deeper sleep. Key Takeaways The TEMPUR-ActiveBreeze® is TempurPedic's most personalized sleep...

By Charles Foster, Owner and Sleep Expert at Foster's Mattress · Published May 15, 2026 Quick Answer The Tempur-Pedic Luxe Breeze mattress is the best for a wide range of people with varied sleeping habits, body sizes, aging, hormonal changes, and physical infirmities. It comes in several firmness levels, and is compatible with an adjustable base for the benefits of sleeping elevated. Key Takeaways The one-of-a-kind, infinitely adaptable TEMPUR- Material® provides exceptional support and pressure relief to help reduce aches & pains. The enhanced, ultra-conforming TEMPUR-Material® responds to your body’s temperature—allowing the material to precisely adapt to your weight and shape...

  Charles Foster explains the benefits of sleeping adjusted. Sleeping with your head up and your knees bent improves sleep quality, gives better support, and reduces snoring. He uses a Tempur-Pedic LuxAdapt medium hybrid mattress ontop of a Tempurpedic Ergo ProSmart adjustable base. This is how I sleep every night. What you'll notice is that my knees are bent about 3 inches and my head is up about 3 inches. This position here takes pressure off your lower back by bending your knees up and changing the angle of your hip and opens up your airways when you sleep on...

What makes Fosters Mattress the right choice for your bed needs? With over 40 years of accumulated experience and expertise, our sleep experts know how to help you find the right mattress to fit your particular needs and we've lived in the Cedar Valley for years, meaning we have personal connections with many of the customers we serve. We believe what's best for the customer is also what's best for us. If you are sleeping well that's good for our business. And as members of the community, when we see you at an event or in the grocery store, we...