Better Sleep and Better Health
You will spend nearly a third of your life sleeping, and a good night’s rest starts with the right mattress—one that provides the comfort and support your body needs. Your mattress isn’t just furniture: It’s the foundation of your sleep environment.
Many people are facing sleep deprivation, which impacts their energy, mental clarity, and more. If you are struggling to sleep through the night and don’t feel rested, you’re not alone. Nearly ⅓ of all adults struggle to sleep, and roughly 60 million people in the United States experience sleep disorders or disturbances, according to research by Dr. Steve Marshall on HelpGuide.org.
In this mattress buying guide, we’ll explore the features and factors you should consider when shopping for a mattress, so you can wake up feeling refreshed after an excellent night of sleep!
Questions to Ask Before Mattress Shopping
Before heading to the store to buy a bed, take a moment to consider what will best suit your sleep needs. Every sleeper is different, which is why the mattress market offers such a diverse range of options!
Find your Best Mattress Qualities
Before bed shopping, take stock of what you dislike about your current mattress and how you sleep.
• Is your current mattress large enough to accommodate your needs, or does it leave you feeling cramped while sleeping?
• Does your back ache in the morning because your mattress is too firm, or too soft, and you’re not receiving the support your spine needs?
• Do your thighs or shoulders hurt after side-sleeping because the top layer of your mattress isn’t plush enough?
• Do you wake with red sleep marks, left by your mattress, due to the bed surface being too firm?
• Do you sweat at night, or struggle to stay cool, due to your bed feeling too warm?
The right mattress should not cause you pain and should help you achieve a restful, comfortable sleep. If any of these questions resonate with you, chances are that you need to try a new type of mattress!
Budgeting for Comfort
Your mattress is more than a purchase—it’s an investment in your health, comfort, and overall well-being. At Cascade Furniture, we offer high-quality mattresses to fit a range of budgets, ensuring you don’t have to compromise on comfort. Before shopping, set a budget for your purchase and share the range with a store representative.
What Makes a Mattress
With so many options, choosing the right mattress can feel overwhelming. However, four key factors define each mattress: size, feel, material, and support. By understanding your preferences in these areas, you can narrow your choices and find your perfect mattress!

Mattress Feel, Soft to Firm
Mattress firmness plays a crucial role in sleep comfort, and choosing the right feel depends on your sleeping position, body weight, and personal preferences. Firmness is measured on a 1-10 scale, with a 1 being extra soft and a 10 being extra firm. A softer mattress is ideal for side sleepers who need pressure relief. A medium mattress works well for combination sleepers, and a firm mattress is best for back and stomach sleepers who need additional support.
Firmness Scale |
Firmness Level |
1-2 |
Extra soft |
3 |
Soft |
4 |
Medium soft |
5 |
Medium |
6 |
Medium firm |
7 |
Firm |
8-10 |
Extra firm |


Fabrics and Foams, Cooling to Plush
Modern mattress materials and foams are an excellent way to customize the feel of your bed. New materials are capable of regulating temperature and providing tailored support. Whether you tend to sleep hot or prefer a plush, cloud-like feel, there are plenty of options to choose from!
Mattresses At Cascade Furniture
Cascade Furniture carries the top-selling US brands, comfortable for both your body and your budget.
Sealy
America’s #1 mattress brand. Known for being high quality and affordable. Designed to promote proper spinal alignment and reduce pressure points. The popular Sealy Posturepedic line of innerspring and Hybrid mattresses have won the hearts of millions of happy customers.
Stearns & Foster
Stearns & Foster handcrafts mattresses from premium materials for a luxurious sleep experience. The world’s finest beds wouldn’t be complete without the world’s finest innerspring. The Intellicoil is Stearns and Foster’s patented coil-within-coil design, allowing sleepers of all body types to find their perfect level of all-night support.
Tempur-Pedic
Tempur-Pedic manufactures high-quality mattresses featuring an advanced memory foam known as Tempur® material. Tempur-Pedic specializes in foam, with an infinitely adaptable TEMPUR-Material® that provides exceptional support and pressure relief to help reduce aches and pains. Tempur-Pedic offers many mattresses with extensive cooling capabilities through their Pure Cool material, which cools the body.
A Home for Your Mattress
After purchasing your new mattress, you’ll need the right bed frame to support it. If you need a new bed frame to accompany your mattress, Cascade Furniture can help you find something perfect for your bedroom. Consider the mid-century style Addison by Whittier Wood, or the cozy Hamilton by Rowe Furniture.
For more information about mattress and bedroom shopping at Cascade Furniture contact us today at 360-260-4521 or use our contact form!