If  you’ve tossed and turned one too many times recently or woken up with a stiff neck or back, it’s probably time for a new mattress. And if you think flipping or rotating that old mattress is going to make it come back to life—you’re mistaken. What’s worse is that old mattress is robbing your mind and body from performing at its maximum capability.

The first thing you need to know before deciding on a new mattress is the size. If your mattress doesn’t fit your box spring and bed frame, you’re going to lose even more sleep. Since most people sleep better when their partner isn’t being a bed hog, your next mattress should be the largest size that will fit both your bedroom and your budget.

Because most mattress tags rarely list the dimensions, the best thing to do is use a tape measure. Grab that tape measure from your garage and measure both the width and the length of your old mattress. Don’t forget to write these measurements down on paper because you’re bound to forget them by the time you reach your local hhgregg store. Considering there are six standard bed sizes, guessing could cost you a lot of money. Here’s a handy chart to match your measurements to a name:

Now that you know the size of your mattress, is it the right size? A general rule to follow is to add six inches to your height and then select a mattress by length. If you’re 6-feet tall, a Queen or King bed should put you to sleep.

If you’re choosing a new mattress for your growing teenager, a Twin XL is the same length as a Queen or a King mattress, but still provides plenty of width (39”). A great addition to a child’s room is a bunk bed—if you’ve just purchased one or it’s time to replace the mattresses, two Twin (39” x 75”) or one Twin and one Full (54” x 75”) will replace most original bedding.

Queen and King are the perfect size for couples. In fact, the smallest mattress size for a couple should not fall below that of Queen (60” wide x 80” long). Sleeping on a mattress that is too short for your height or too narrow can interrupt a good night’s sleep. For that reason, it is common for singles to sleep in Queen or King-sized beds to allow for plenty of room.

You’ve experienced what it’s like to miss out on sleep from an uncomfortable mattress—aches and pains, droopy eyelids, and the inability to concentrate. Sleep deprivation and poor sleeping habits are usually the first sign of a low-quality or worn-out mattress. The average person spends as much as one-third of their life getting some shuteye—make those hours you’re asleep count.

If you still have questions and find yourself counting sheep, feel free to speak to an expert hhgregg sales associate. We offer the best-educated associates in the business who are smart enough to make it simple. Price and Advice Guaranteed!

hhgregg carries Perfect Sleeper, Sertapedic, Vera Wang, and Perfect Day mattresses by Serta.

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