Is the Plank Mattress
right for you?
Choosing a mattress is never easy, especially if you’re looking for a niche sleep solution. If you think the firmest, flattest sleep on the planet may be your thing, you can take our five-question quiz to be sure. All Brooklyn Bedding mattresses, including the Plank, do come with a 120-night trial, completely risk free. You can return or exchange your mattress any time within that period if you’re not 100 percent happy.
Do you have
back pain?
OR
STOMACH
What is
your sleep
position?
The best mattress for a side sleeper who weighs less than 230 pounds is one that allows for contouring zones at the head, shoulders, knees and feet to create perfect symmetry for your entire body.
We recommend trying the Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid Mattress.
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STOMACH
Your sleep position is an important factor in knowing how much support you will need. If you sleep on your back or stomach you likely need a firmer mattress to correctly align your spine.
130 LBS
130 LBS
How much
do you
weigh?
130 LBS
A medium-soft to medium-firm mattress is recommended for those under 130 pounds.
We recommend trying the Brooklyn Signature Mattress.
Learn More130 LBS
It’s no surprise that, the heavier you are, the more support you need from your mattress. Sleep experts at Tuck.com recommend a medium to firm mattress if you weight over 130 pounds and a medium-firm to firm mattress for back and side sleepers over 230 pounds. True plus size sleepers should consider a sleep solution constructed especially for plus-size needs—we recommend the Titan by Brooklyn Bedding if you weigh over 230 pounds.
Learn MoreDo you
sleep hot?
The average skin temperature is 91 degrees; the ideal skin temperature for sleep is 88 degrees. To promote the optimal sleep enviroment you can invest in naturally breathable sleep accessories like Tencel™ Sateen Sheets and Talalay Latex or Luxury Cooling Pillows.
A firm mattress typically absorbs less body heat, allowing you a cooler night’s sleep. A cooler night’s sleep has been scientifically proven to help you fall asleep quicker and improve sleep quality. It also helps promote higher melatonin levels, which can help improve mood, weight loss, and overall brain health.
Is your
posture
affecting
your
sleep?
Sleeping on a flatter, firmer surface will continue to help reduce pressure on your circulatory system—providing for better blood flow and better lower back support while compelling you to inhale more oxygen while you snooze.
Bone and Joint Initiative U.S.A. reported that 50 percent of American adults suffer from a musculoskeletal disorder like arthritis and osteoporosis. People with these issues commonly suffer from muscle pain, fatigue and sleep disturbances. Owning the wrong type of mattress can enable or advance a musculoskeletal issue due to improper body alignment. A firm mattress helps promote good posture through enhanced support the spine, hips and neck.
