We spend (ideally!) a third of our lives in bed, so picking the best mattress is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make. You want it to support you all night long, keep your spine in alignment and help you wake up feeling rested. But with so many different types of beds to choose from, how do you know what’s right for you?

The most important consideration is whether a bed feels comfortable. Fortunately, there are a few simple tools you can use to determine which mattresses feel good. One is the firmness rating – we use a 1-10 scale to describe how hard or soft a mattress is. The other is the type of support a mattress provides, which can be determined by its construction or materials. Then, there are other factors like how much space a bed has and the height of its headboard.

If you’re looking for a firmer mattress, consider options with an extra layer of coils or a layer of wrapped 8” coils. These provide superior support and contour to your body, making them a great option for back sleepers or anyone with back pain. They also isolate motion very well, so you and a restless partner can enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep.

We recommend choosing a bed with a solid frame, since this will protect the mattress from insects, dirt and debris that can easily make their way into the crevices of an unsupported base. In addition, having a sturdy foundation will prevent your bed from becoming sagging over time. In the old days, mattresses were basically cloth cases stuffed with straw, wool or cotton (or goose feathers for the wealthy), which were often lumpy and uneven when placed on the ground. In addition, they didn’t prevent fleas or other insects from calling your bed home at night. Eventually, craftsmen created the simple bed frame to solve these issues.

Bed bases can be wood or metal, and they may have slats that are closer together or larger gaps. Ideally, the gap between each slat should be no more than 7cm to ensure proper support for your mattress. We also recommend avoiding bases with center support legs, as they can buckle over time and may not be strong enough to hold your mattress.

Mattresses can be made from a variety of materials, including cotton, wool, silk, latex and springs. The type of material can impact how your bed feels, how quickly it adjusts to your movement and how well it regulates temperature. Our mattresses are built with breathable cotton and wool, natural latex or wrapped 8” coils to provide comfort and support.

A bed is also a place to relax, and the best beds include plenty of space for pillows, blankets and other bedding. For a touch of luxury, consider adding a decorative throw blanket – Matouk’s Suri or Pezzo blankets, for example. Alternatively, a bed scarf or runner can add an extra layer of warmth and color to the foot of the bed.

Love is one of the most powerful, complicated emotions in human life. It has been the subject of many novels, songs and movies, and it is often the focus of our thoughts and conversations. It is a common theme in religions and cultures, and it is an important part of our biological makeup. However, the concept of love is difficult to define because it can be different for everyone. For example, someone might have a very romantic idea of what love means, while another person might have a more practical view. Regardless of the specific definition, there are some common elements that all forms of love have in common.

Romantic love is typically thought of as an intense emotion that combines feelings of lust and attraction with feelings of companionship. This is the type of love that most people in heterosexual and same sex relationships experience. It is the kind of love that is the basis for much of the fiction and drama we see in movies and books, such as Romeo and Juliet. It is also the kind of love that most parents feel for their children.

Companionate love is usually thought of as a more long-term, stable relationship that includes mutual respect and admiration. This is the kind of love that most marriages and other long-term committed relationships involve. It is the kind of love that is a basis for much of the advice and commentary we receive about marriage, such as “marry someone you love, not just like.”

Another type of love is that which involves a feeling of fondness or appreciation. This is the sort of love that people often feel for their pets, hobbies and even some foods. It is the kind of love that many people share with their friends and family.

Commitment is an important component of all kinds of love. It is what binds us to our loved ones, even when they are annoying or irritating. It is what enables us to forgive the small missteps and big ones that we all make in our relationships. Commitment to act lovingly without seeking any return is the fifth form of love. It may be focused on a particular group, such as one’s faith community, or it may be more general and unspecified, as in a love for music or art.

The final thing that is unique to love is the ability to rise above the irrational emotions of like and dislike, to choose a path that we know will bring happiness. It is the choice to be open, to be honest and to be supportive. It is the choice to treat our partners fairly, with dignity and respect.

This article was originally published on The Conversation AU and is reproduced here under a Creative Commons license. Deakin University provides funding as a member of The Conversation AU. The Conversation AU is an independent, not-for-profit news organization.

If you’re looking for ideas for your next poem, try writing about your own experiences of love or write a verse based on a famous quote about love. It’s a beautiful subject that is well worth exploring!