Is the mattress too soft or too hard? Interpretation of the Metal hardness grading standard teaches you to avoid the misunderstanding of "choosing by feeling"

Is the mattress too soft or too hard? Interpretation of the Metal hardness grading standard teaches you to avoid the misunderstanding of "choosing by feeling"

When choosing a mattress, "too soft or too hard" is the core question that almost every consumer will be torn. Many people make judgments based on the first touch, but after using it, they find that "a seemingly comfortable mattress has a sore back after sleeping for a long time." In fact, hardness ≠ comfort, and what really determines the quality of sleep is whether the mattress can form a precise fit and support with the body - this is also the design logic that Melltorp's century-old British craftsmanship and core technology has always adhered to. Today, we will start with Melltorp's hardness grading standard and teach you to use scientific methods to find the "ideal mattress" that suits you.

First, why is it easy to "choose hardness based on feeling"?

When most people try to sleep on a mattress, they habitually press or sit on it to feel the hardness, but this "momentary experience" is often deceptive. For example:

Soft mattresses may feel strong when lying down, but the waist lacks support after lying down, and it is easy to sore in the morning;

A hard mattress seems to "support the feet", but it will compress the protruding parts such as the shoulders and hips, resulting in frequent turning over and blocked blood circulation.

According to the McTor Sleep Research Center, 70% of sleep discomfort is due to the mismatch between the hardness of the mattress and the needs of the body, rather than simply "too soft" or "too hard". The real comfort is that the mattress automatically adjusts the support according to the body curve - which is the problem that McTor's core technology is trying to solve.

Second, Metal hardness grading standard: from "level 1" to "level 5", what kind of supporting logic is hidden?

In order to let consumers get rid of the misunderstanding of "choosing a mattress by feeling", Meto has established a 5-level hardness grading system based on a century of ergonomic research, each level corresponds to a clear support characteristic and applicable population, and is deeply bound to the brand's core technology:

Level 1 (Ultra Soft): Cloud-wrapped, suitable for specific needs

Core technology support: "Zero-pressure memory cotton layer + suspended spring base" (core technology 3) is used, which fits the body through the slow rebound characteristics of memory cotton, and the spring base provides slight support.

Applicable scenarios: It is more suitable for people with lower weight (under 50kg), or as a temporary room mattress, and is not recommended for long-term daily sleep.

Level 2 (Soft): Balance wrapping and foundation support

Core technology support: "High-density sponge + independent bag spring" combination (core technology 1), the sponge layer enhances the wrapping feeling, and the independent spring responds to the body weight and disperses local pressure.

Applicable people: people who prefer to lie on their side (especially women), who can reduce the pressure on the shoulders and hips; or those who are used to slightly turning over.

Level 3 (Moderate): Golden Balance, suitable for most people

Core technology support: Maito's patented "Dynamic Balance Support System" (core technology 2), through the design of spring partitions of different densities, to achieve "waist enhanced support + shoulder/leg soft fit".

Applicable population: Most adults (weight 55-80kg), especially suitable for supine and side sleeping positions, and a safe choice for families to share mattresses.

Level 4 (Hard): Enhanced support, focusing on bone health

Core technology support: "High elasticity latex layer + bold independent spring" (core technology 4), the high resilience of the latex improves the support accuracy, the bold spring enhances the compression strength, and retains moderate cushioning.

Applicable population: people weighing more than 80kg, those who need to strengthen the lumbar spine, or middle-aged and elderly people who prefer "solid sleep".

Level 5 (Superhard): Medical grade support, on demand

Core technology support: "Medical grade hard cotton + rigid spring matrix" (core technology 5), which reduces mattress deformation through rigid structure and provides almost "flat" stable support.

Applicable scenarios: Special groups of people who need to follow the doctor's instructions (such as the rehabilitation period after spinal surgery) are not recommended for daily use by ordinary consumers.

3. Scientific selection of hardness: 3 steps to find your "exclusive grade"

Step 1: Measure your weight and body shape

Weight < 55kg: Grade 2 (soft) is preferred;

Weight 55-80kg: Level 3 (moderate) is the "safe option" for most people;

Weight > 80kg: Grade 4 (hard) is recommended to avoid excessive collapse of the mattress.

Step 2: Look at your sleeping position

Side lying: The mattress needs to have a certain "sunken space" at the shoulders and hips, and level 2-3 is more suitable;

Supine: Relying on lumbar support, level 3-4 can reduce waist overhang;

Prone: Avoid excessive bending of the waist, level 4 (hard) is more secure.

Step 3: Try to sleep for "Golden 3 Minutes"

Just looking at the data is not enough, you need to complete these two actions when trying to sleep:

When lying down, reach between the waist and the mattress. If it can be inserted just enough and there is no gap, it means that the waist is supported in place.

When lying on your side, observe whether your shoulders and hips fit into the mattress without any obvious pressure.

Fourth, remember: there is no "best hardness", only "best matching support"

The essence of Mattow's 5-level hardness grading is to make "support" quantifiable and optional. Whether it is a 1-level softness or a 5-level firmness, the core is to make the mattress "understand your body" through technology - this is the wisdom of British craftsmanship combined with modern technology. Next time you choose a mattress, you might as well jump out of the "too soft or too hard" torn, and use Mattow's grading standard as a reference to find the "exclusive support" that allows you to "lie down and relax, and not get tired in the morning".

After all, good sleep is never a "will", but a "match".