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Best Mattress for Side Sleepers & Back Pain Relief

Why Side Sleepers Need Extra Care If you’re a side sleeper, you’re not alone. Most Kiwis we meet in our Palmerston North and Auckland showrooms sleep on their sides. It’s comfortable, feels natural, and is one of the healthiest ways to rest. But here’s the catch: side sleeping puts more pressure on your shoulders and hips than any other position. That’s why so many side sleepers wake up with stiff backs, sore hips, or even tingling arms. The mattress you choose can either make that pain worse or take it away.   What Actually Happens When You Sleep on Your Side We’ve seen this firsthand: On a mattress that’s too firm, your shoulders and hips can’t sink in enough. That creates painful pressure points and pushes your spine out of alignment. On a mattress that’s too soft, your body sinks too far, bending your lower back unnaturally. Over time, this can cause or worsen chronic pain. What you really need is a medium-soft balance something cushioned enough to relieve pressure, but supportive enough to keep everything in line.   The Features That Matter Most Based on years of listening to our customers, here’s what side sleepers should look for: Plush top comfort: A Euro top or pillow top layer eases shoulder and hip pressure. Pocket springs: Each spring moves independently, so your body is supported evenly. Edge support: Reinforced edges stop sagging and keep the mattress stable. Breathable layers: Helps prevent overheating  something Kiwi summers often highlight. Motion isolation: Essential for couples. You don’t want your partner’s tossing and turning keeping you awake. Key Features Of Dream Comfort Mattress Feature Description Cover Material High-Quality Knitted Fabric + Polyfiber Padding – Soft, breathable surface offering plush comfort and long-term durability. Gel Memory Foam 1cm Advanced Gel Memory Foam – Conforms to your body, regulates temperature, and relieves pressure points. Cloud Feeling Foam 2cm Pressure-Distributing Foam – Features a cross-linked molecular structure for zero-tension support and enhanced contouring. Honeycomb open-cell design allows air circulation and moisture evaporation. Treated for anti-microbial and anti-mite protection. Supportive Core Layers Includes convoluted foam, high-density hard foam, and soft foam – Engineered for balanced firmness and comfort layering. Pocket Spring System 1.8 Gauge Individually Wrapped Coils – React independently to body movements, offering ergonomic alignment and minimizing partner disturbance. Edge Support 7cm Foam Box Encasement – Reinforces mattress edges and maximizes usable sleep surface for long-term structural integrity. Total Height 32cm – Multi-layered construction offering structured comfort and deep support. Bed Frame Compatibility Suitable for all types of bed bases: Foundation, Slatted Base, and Box Spring. Firmness Level Medium Firm Recommended Sleep Positions Ideal for Side, Back, and Stomach Sleepers Shipping & Setup Ships rolled and boxed – Convenient, easy setup at home. Dream Comfort Mattresses are Available in the following dimensions Width Depth Height 1520 mm 2030 mm 320 mm 1830 mm 2030 mm 320 mm 1670 mm 2030 mm 320 mm 1070 mm 2030 mm 320 mm   How Our Dream Comfort Mattress Solves These Problems Our Dream Comfort Medium-Soft Mattress was designed with side sleepers in mind. The Euro top surface cradles your shoulders and hips, giving you that plush relief. A layered foam system balances softness with underlying support. The 1.8 Gauge pocket spring core keeps your spine aligned while minimising partner disturbance. Reinforced edges prevent the sagging that often ruins a mattress after a few years. Breathable cotton and knitted fabrics keep airflow moving in NZ’s humid climate. This combination means you don’t have to choose between “soft” and “supportive”  you can have both. Common Mistakes Side Sleepers Make When customers come to us after buying elsewhere, these are the regrets we hear most: Buying the cheapest mattress, only for it to sag within 18 months. Choosing something that feels super soft in-store but causes back pain within weeks. Ignoring edge support, which leads to that “rolling off” feeling. Forgetting how hot some mattresses get, especially memory foam-heavy ones. That’s why we recommend side sleepers test mattresses carefully, and always check the specs, not just the price tag. A Real-World Example One of our customers in Auckland told us she had been waking up with shoulder pain for years. She assumed it was just age. After moving to a Dream Comfort Medium-Soft, she noticed the pain ease within the first month. That’s the difference the right support can make. Why Furniture Tree? We’re a proudly NZ-based business, and we know what matters to Kiwi households: comfort, durability, and value. With the Dream Comfort Range, you get: A mattress engineered for real NZ sleepers Premium features without inflated “luxury” prices Easy mattress-in-a-box delivery anywhere in NZ Our local expertise to help you choose the right fit Final Word If you’re a side sleeper battling shoulder, hip, or back pain, don’t put up with it. The wrong mattress will only make things worse. The right one can give you deeper rest, better mornings, and long-term comfort. Check out the Dream Comfort Medium-Soft Mattress at Furniture Tree today. We’ve seen firsthand how much of a difference it makes  and we’d love for you to experience it too.

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How to Choose the Right Mattress for Long-Term Health & Comfort

Why Your Mattress Is More Important Than You Think At Furniture Tree, we often meet people who tell us: “I didn’t realise how much my old mattress was affecting me until I replaced it.” It’s a story we hear again and again. Aches in the morning, restless nights, or waking up feeling just as tired as when you went to bed the culprit is often sitting right under you. We spend nearly a third of our lives in bed. That’s thousands of nights where the wrong mattress can put stress on your back, shoulders, or hips. On the other hand, the right one can help your body recover, keep your spine in line, and make you feel fresh when you wake up. So how do you choose a mattress that won’t just feel good for a few months, but actually supports your health long-term? Let’s talk through what we’ve learned from working with Kiwi families for years.   Think About How You Actually Sleep Everyone has their favourite sleeping position and it makes a big difference. Side sleepers (very common here in NZ) usually need a mattress that’s a bit softer, so the shoulder and hip sink in without throwing the spine off balance. Back sleepers often need something more supportive to keep the lower back from arching. Stomach sleepers usually do best with a firmer base, otherwise the middle of the body sinks in and strains the back. Combination sleepers move around a lot, so they need something versatile that works across positions. We’ve found the sweet spot for most couples is a medium-soft mattress, like our Dream Comfort Range. It has just enough plushness to cradle pressure points but still holds your body straight.     Your Body Type Matters Too We see a lot of customers walk in thinking their comfort level is one-size-fits-all. But body type really changes how a mattress feels. If you’re on the lighter side, firmer mattresses may feel like you’re sleeping on a board. Heavier sleepers sometimes sink too much into softer foams that’s when reinforced pocket springs are crucial. And if you’re managing back issues or arthritis, you’ll want both cushioning and strong edge support to keep things stable. That’s why our Dream Comfort Mattress is built with a 32 cm height, 1.8 Gauge smart pocket spring core and reinforced edges. We wanted something that works across different body types and doesn’t sag out after a couple of years.     The Types of Mattresses You’ll See in NZ When you’re shopping around, you’ll come across a few main types: Innerspring: Traditional, bouncy, often the cheapest but they can sag and transfer motion easily. Memory foam: Great for pressure relief Hybrid (springs + foam): Our favourite balance combines support and comfort. Latex: Durable and natural, but usually more expensive and heavier. Euro/Pillow top: That plush feel on top of a supportive base. Quality makes all the difference here. We lean toward hybrid mattresses like the Dream Comfort because they solve most of the common issues support, comfort, airflow, and durability.     What to Look for Inside the Mattress It’s easy to get distracted by marketing fluff, but the construction is what really counts: Foam density: Denser foams last longer and don’t flatten as quickly. Spring gauge: Thicker springs give stronger support. Edge reinforcement: Stops you from rolling off and extends the usable surface. Breathability: Fabrics like cotton and knitted covers keep air moving, which matters in our damp NZ climate. The Dream Comfort mattress ticks these boxes breathable knitted fabric, layered foams, cotton pads, and reinforced edges. It’s built to last, not just look good on delivery day.     Don’t Just Buy for Today, Buy for 10 Years Mattresses aren’t a short-term purchase. A good one should last 7–10 years, so think beyond what feels comfortable for five minutes in the store. Ask yourself: Does it have proper edge support, or will it sag quickly? Is the warranty long enough to match the promise? Does it suit your sleeping style and body, not just your partner’s? Will it handle NZ’s mix of humid summers and cool winters without trapping moisture? This is why we designed the Dream Comfort Mattress Range with both durability and comfort in mind. Reinforced springs, breathable fabrics, and long-term support all the things we’ve seen people regret not choosing.     Caring for Your Mattress Even the best mattress needs a little care: Rotate it head-to-foot every few months. Use a quality protector it helps with hygiene and keeps the warranty valid. Keep it on a solid base (slats shouldn’t be too far apart). Air it out occasionally. We’ve noticed customers who follow these simple steps get years more out of their mattresses compared to those who don’t.     Why We Back Dream Comfort Here’s why we stand behind the Dream Comfort Medium-Soft Mattress: Plush Euro top that relieves shoulders and hips Multi-layer foam and cotton for balanced comfort 32 cm height for that luxury feel Pocket spring core for strong, even support Reinforced edges to stop sagging Mattress-in-a-box delivery for easy setup anywhere in NZ It’s built for real Kiwi homes, comfortable, durable, and fairly priced compared to overseas “luxury” brands.     Final Thoughts Choosing a mattress isn’t just about how it feels when you lie on it for five minutes. It’s about how it will treat your body for the next decade. We’ve seen firsthand how the right mattress can turn restless, painful nights into deep, energising sleep. That’s why we recommend taking the time to get it right and why we’re proud of our Dream Comfort Mattress Range. If you’re ready to invest in your long-term health and comfort, come see us at Furniture Tree or explore our Dream Comfort mattresses online. We’d love to help you wake up feeling rested and ready every day.

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