A 62 % Leap in Sleep Quality—Straight From the Lab
- Mattress Lux

- Jun 19
- 3 min read

An Oklahoma State University study cited by Sleep Review Magazine found that sleepers who upgraded to a new, supportive mattress reported a 62 % jump in overall sleep quality and a 71 % rise in sleep comfort (Oklahoma State University study, Sleep Review Magazine) sleepreviewmag.com.sleepreviewmag.com Participants also noted fewer aches, less stiffness, and better next-day energy—all from ditching worn-out beds that had averaged nearly 10 years of use.
Why a 62 % Boost Isn’t Just “Nice to Have”
Benefit | Measured Gain After Mattress Upgrade | Why It Matters for Daily Life |
Deeper, less-fragmented sleep | +62 % overall quality | Better memory consolidation and mood stability |
Comfort while lying down | +71 % perceived comfort | Fewer position changes, longer REM cycles |
Lower-back & shoulder pain | ↓ ≈ 63 % pain reportsnineclouds.ca | Wakes you up ache-free and ready to move |
Daytime productivity | Reported “significant” ↑ in vitality | Cuts presenteeism and afternoon slumps |
Four Hidden Reasons Your Old Mattress Is Killing Your Zzz’s
Sagging Support – Springs or foam that have lost resilience force the spine into a U-shape, triggering micro-awakenings.
Pressure-Point Buildup – Lumpy surfaces pinch the shoulders and hips, shortening deep-sleep stages.
Heat Trapping – Worn foams lose airflow, spiking core temperature above the ideal 67 °F.
Dust-Mite & Allergen Load – A decade-old mattress can double its weight in skin cells and mites, irritating airways all night.
How a Quality Mattress Supercharges Sleep (and Pain Relief)
Pressure Relief = Fewer Toss-and-TurnsHigh-density memory foam or latex hybrids cradle curves so you stay in N3 sleep longer.
Thermoregulation = Cooler Core TempGel infusions and breathable natural fibers keep the surface in the sweet 60-67 °F band.
Spinal Alignment = Ache-Free MorningsZoned coils and ergonomic lumbar panels reduce back stress, cutting stiffness by sunrise.
9 Mattress-Focused Fixes to Capture That 62 % Upgrade Fast
Strategy | What to Do | Sleep-Science Payoff |
Pick the Right Firmness | Side = plush-medium; back/stomach = medium-firm | Neutral spine, fewer micro-arousals |
Prioritize Motion Isolation | Individually wrapped coils + memory-foam comfort layers | Partner movement won’t yank you from REM |
Demand Certified Materials | GREENGUARD Gold, CertiPUR-US®, GOTS | Low VOCs keep airways clear, boosting oxygen flow |
Add a Breathable Protector | Tencel® or bamboo fabrics | Wicks sweat, stabilizes temperature |
Rotate Twice a Year | Head-to-foot flip (non-one-sided) | Prevents dips, preserves support |
Pair with an Adjustable Base | Elevate head 10–15° | Cuts snoring & reflux interruptions |
Block Blue Light 2 h Pre-Bed | Amber glasses or screen filters | Restores evening melatonin surge |
Keep Room < 67 °F | Thermostat or active cooling pad | Extends slow-wave (N3) duration |
Anchor a Fixed Wake-Up Time | Even weekends | Locks circadian rhythm for faster sleep onset |
Find Your Perfect Upgrade at Mattress Lux (Kennesaw, GA)
Avocado Green – Organic latex hybrid, ideal for eco-conscious hot sleepers.
Helix Midnight Luxe – Zoned lumbar coils plus pillow-top deliver “affordable luxury.”
Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt – NASA-engineered foam for elite motion cancellation.
Naturepedic EOS Classic – Swappable layers let you fine-tune firmness without buying a new bed.
Not sure which model fits your sleep style? Our in-store pressure-mapping lab pinpoints the mattress that aligns your spine, cools your body, and unlocks that crucial 62 % quality boost.
Final Thoughts & Next Steps
Waiting on a worn-out mattress doesn’t just cost you comfort—it steals over half your potential sleep quality and invites pain, fatigue, and lost productivity. The fastest route to cleaner, deeper, pain-free rest starts with a bedroom engineered for support and cooling—and that begins with the right mattress.
Visit Mattress Lux today—online or at our Kennesaw showroom—to feel firsthand how a fresh sleep surface can transform your nights and supercharge your days.
Reference: Better Sleep Council/Oklahoma State University mattress-replacement study showing 62 % improvement in sleep quality and 71 % in comfort (Sleep Review Magazine).




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