One of the things that most mattresses lack is consistency.
It does not provide the same comfort level for a long time.
Moreover, your body and sleep requirements change as you get older.
That being said, it is quite normal to hate the comfort level of your current mattress.
If you suddenly find your bed too soft or too firm for you, don't be too hasty in disposing it.
You can still do something about it.
Here are some things you would want to know: How To Make A Soft Bed Firmer 1.
If you are not yet using a box spring, you might want to purchase one.
Box spring does not only add extra height to the bed.
It also helps support the mattress and increase its firmness level.
2.
If you don't have the funds to purchase a new box spring, you can just install wooden slats on the platform of your bed frame.
Use vertical slats with about an inch of thickness and 2 inches of width.
Place them over the platform of the bed.
Leave about half an inch of space in between the slats to allow air to circulate inside your mattress.
3.
Use a firm mattress topper.
Mattress toppers generally don't cost a lot of money.
Even more expensive technologies such as memory foam have affordable toppers.
Choose one with the same size as your mattress.
Memory foams are generally firmer than other types of foams out there.
One with 5 pounds of density should work well for you.
How To Make Firm Bed Softer 1.
If your mattress is the type that has zip-off covers, you can try unzipping it and removing the topmost foam layer.
Change it to another foam layer.
Try using 3 pounds of latex foam.
2.
Purchase a cotton comforter and use latex filling.
One inch of latex foam filling should be inexpensive enough.
Use the comforter on top of the mattress.
If this does not give you the right softness you desire, you can place another comforter filled with feather.
3.
Try using egg crate mattress topper.
Place it on top of the mattress before using the bed sheets.
According to consumers, egg crate toppers are the softest ones you can find.
But still, they provide the body with the right level of support.
Don't forget to use comfortable bed sheets as well.
Also change your pillow.
A softer pillow filled with feather can help increase your comfort.
You don't need to buy another bed set to find bliss in your sleep.
With these tips, you can have the comfort level you desire.