There are many sizes of mattresses available on the market today: queen, king, full and twin. The twin size mattress is the size of mattress that is most widely used in the US. They are normally found in the dorm or collage rooms and homes that have small rooms. They are also used in children's and teenage' s beds.

Popular size and dimensions

The twin mattress dimensions are 39 x 75 inches, but this standard size twin mattress may not be long enough for someone. For very tall people or kids who have outgrown their ages, twin XL mattress will be the perfect choice as it is 5 inches longer. Below is the list of other mattress sizes and dimensions:

• X-Long Twin : 39 x 80 inches (99 x 203 cm)
• Full : 54 x 75 inches (137 x 190 cm)
• Queen : 60 x 80 inches (153 x 203 cm)
• King : 76 x 80 inches (198 x 203 cm)
• California King : 72 x 84 inches (182 x 213 cm)

Types

There are terms that you should be familiarized with when looking for a mattress, for example, box spring, coil count, memory foam, latex foam, pillow top, wire gauge, futon, etc. Be sure you know what kind of materials you need for your twin mattress and pick the one that fits your needs.

Box spring mattress is the typical mattress sold in the US. It is the cheapest mattress and can last for several years. However, if you want the most comfortable mattress, memory foam mattress is the best choice for you. It not only gives you the good night sleep you want, but it also best for those who have back problem. If you are a outdoor person, you may need to look at the twin air mattress. As the name implied, this type of mattress needs to be filled with air before use. It is a perfect alternative when a guest comes to visit and when you go camping as it is portable and easy to store away after use. The twin air mattresses come in various sizes, such as king and queen as well.

Accessories

When you buy a twin mattress, you may need to buy some twin mattress pads or covers. The mattress pads provide mattress with extra comfort while the covers keep the mattress fresh and clean. Some mattress pads and covers come with extra features, such as waterproof and flame retardant protection.

Where to buy

There are many online retailers offering different types of mattresses. Among them, Amazon is one of the most popular online stores. Another option is go to the department stores like Bed Bath & Beyond or Target to actually try some of them.

It is best to try several mattresses by yourself so buying from a department store is advisable. Take your time when buying a mattress. Lie on several of them for about 5-10 minutes and pick the one that makes you feel the most comfortable with. The price for twin mattresses ranges from $150 to over $1000 for the twin mattress set with latex material.

Warranty and shipping

About warranty period, in general, twin mattress come with around 10 - 20 years warranty period so check it out before buying. Last but not least, most stores provide free delivery service so you need to check it out before making the purchase.

There are many choices of twin mattress out there on the market. Understand your needs and plan to spend enough time to test them out and pick the one that you feel the most comfortable with.