Why Is My Bed So Uncomfortable?

If you want to know how to make a bed more comfy so you get a more restful sleep, invest in quality layers of bedding including a plush comforter or duvet for warmth and texture. Add pillows that adjust to your sleeping position for support. Combine these with high-quality breathable, soft sheets to create a peaceful night’s rest. Read on to learn the best ways to achieve the most comfortable sleep.

Start with the Right Mattress

A mattress’s firmness, material, and size can improve your sleeping habits. Your bed's overall comfort level can be greatly improved by choosing a mattress that fits your body type and sleeping habits.

Select Soft, Breathable Sheets

Breathable sheets made of 100% long-staple organic cotton, percale, sateen, Tencel Lyocell, linen, or eucalyptus fibers can transform your bed into a comfortable retreat. 100% organic long-staple cotton fibers resist pilling, with a silky, smooth texture, while their GOTS certification guarantees true organic qualities.

Percale provides a crisp, cool feel and is lightweight. With a 200–400 thread count, percale becomes softer with every wash and delivers a hotel-like experience. If you prefer soft, draping sheets, sateen weave has a smooth texture with a subtle sheen. Slightly warmer than percale, sateen is perfect for cooler climates. Featuring a 300–600 thread count, Tencel Lyocell sheets are hypoallergenic, and wrinkle-resistant. Flax linen sheets regulate temperature and are good for sleepers with allergies. Selecting the right fabric for your sheets ensures you’ll achieve comfortable, soothing sleep.

Recommended Thread Count for Comfort

Thread count isn’t the only thing to consider when purchasing bed sheets, but it's linked with comfort and quality. Here’s a guide for recommended thread counts:

1. Percale Weave: 200–400

• Crisp, lightweight, and breathable.

• Great for warm climates or those who like cooler bedding.

2. Sateen Weave: 300–600

• Smooth, silky, and slightly heavier.

• Works well for cooler climates.

3. Linen Sheets: Typically 80–150 (measured differently)

• Focus on grams per square meter (GSM) instead.

• Linen gets softer over time.

4. High-Quality Cotton: 300–500

• Durable, soft, and luxurious.

• High-quality cotton is naturally breathable.

The weave of the fabric can impact the feel. Quality sheets with natural fibers like organic cotton deliver the best balance of comfort, durability, and breathability.

Add a Mattress Topper for Extra Cushioning

Adding a gel-infused memory foam mattress topper can make your bed more comfortable. Memory foam conforms to your body’s shape, providing support to relieve pressure points and improve sleep quality by reducing motion disturbances. Consider your sleep habits and specific needs, like back pain or allergies. A high-quality mattress topper adds another layer of cushioning and can lengthen the life of your mattress, making it a worthwhile investment for a more restful sleep. You can also bring new life to your old mattress by adding a mattress topper and mattress topper cover to sleep more soundly.

Layer Your Bedding for Warmth and Style

Layering your bedding adds an extra level of warmth. By using multiple layers, you can adjust the temperature for the most comfortable sleep. During colder months, you can add a thicker comforter or duvet to keep you cozy through the night. During warmer months, you can remove layers to stay cool or sleep with a top sheet instead of a comforter.

Layering your bedding allows you to experiment with different colors, textures, and patterns, and update the style of your bedroom. You can mix and match different sheets, blankets, and throw pillows to create a more inviting bed, also adding personality to your room. With multiple layers, you can easily remove and wash individual pieces without needing to strip the whole bed, which saves time and ensures your bedding stays fresh and clean. Adjust layers when seasons change or whenever you want to achieve a different look.

Choosing the Right Blankets and Comforters

The key to selecting the best blankets and comforters is to find the ones you like that are also best for your climate. Down alternative comforters offer great insulation for winter nights, making your bed feel cozy and warm. If you live in a warmer area or like a lighter choice, a breathable organic cotton blanket is a wise choice. Layering a blanket and comforter provides temperature control.

Adding Throws for Texture and Warmth

Adding a throw to your bed is a simple way to provide an extra layer of warmth on your bed, which is a welcome idea on chilly nights. Besides their practical benefits, throws can introduce color and texture to your bedroom, creating a more appealing space. Whether you drape them over the foot of the bed or neatly fold them, throws are a versatile accessory.

Choose Supportive and Comfortable Pillows

Sleeping with supportive and comfortable pillows helps align your spine properly, reducing neck and shoulder pain. When choosing a pillow, consider your sleeping position. Whether you like cold or warm pillows, firm, soft, or medium, Delara pillows are just right and turn your bed into a space that offers comfort and support.

Pillow Types for Different Sleep Positions

1. Down Alternative Pillows

• Down alternative pillows mimic the softness and loft of down but offer the benefit of being hypoallergenic. Easy to care for, lightweight, and supportive, down alternative pillows cater to stomach sleepers while also providing gentle back support.

2. Wool Quilted Adjustable Pillow

• Wool quilted adjustable pillows offer natural firmness and breathability for side and back sleepers who need customizable support. Merino wool naturally wicks moisture, regulates temperature, and resists dust mites. With outer and inner pillows, adjustable wool pillows are good for allergy sufferers or those who sleep hot. The adjustable design allows you to tailor the pillow’s loft to your own comfort level.

Final Thoughts

Build a bed that promotes relaxation with well-chosen bedding from Delara, including high-quality sheets, multiple bedding layers, and supportive pillows designed for your comfort.