Choosing a mattress for a guest room isn't the same as selecting one for your own bed. You might worry less about durability if you don’t have guests staying often, but you want to ensure their comfort when they’re in town. Fortunately, there are many different options to select from, so you just need to decide what will work best for your home. Here are three fundamental considerations to help your decision.

Tips for Buying a Guest Room Mattress

1. Consider Who Will Be Using It

If you expect your guests to nearly always be from a particular age group, you can base your choice on what would best suit them. For example, if your aging parents stay with you the majority of the time, they might prefer a firm mattress that makes it easier to get in and out of bed. If your guests are usually children, a model that combines memory foam and an innerspring construction is a wise option. This will give the child support without being too hard or soft. Couples that frequently visit may prefer memory foam because it has good motion isolation.

2. Choose a Versatile Firmness

If your guests will be a variety of different ages, including adult friends, you’ll need a versatile mattress. Although it’s not possible to please everyone all of the time, medium-firm is the safest choice because it’s a great compromise and is generally what people are used to. A medium hybrid model will give you a range of options that combine plushness and firmness as well as memory foam and springs.

3. Make Sure It’s Big Enough

Once again, the size you need depends on who will be staying with you, whether it’s adults, couples, or children. You also need to think about budget and storage, however, so if your guest room is on the small end of the spectrum, a full-size may be your safest bet. If you don’t have a spare space to use as a dedicated guest room, you’ll need a mattress that’s not so big that you can’t store it easily.

If room size isn’t a dealbreaker, though, err on the side of caution and select a queen. Most people are more than happy with this size for a few nights even if they sleep on a king at home, and it’s big enough for a couple and a toddler.

If you’re setting up your guest room and need the perfect mattress, rely on WRC Furniture Gallery in Dothan, AL. Their store has been in business since 1953, and customers from across Dale, Henry, and Houston counties visit to find affordable furniture sold by friendly, experienced staff. Call (334) 699-7467 to discuss your furniture needs or browse their inventory online.