{"id":31413,"date":"2024-01-02T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-02T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/?p=31413"},"modified":"2023-12-19T19:10:34","modified_gmt":"2023-12-19T19:10:34","slug":"split-head-mattress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/split-head-mattress\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is a Split Head Mattress\u2014and Do You Need One?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As you may know all too well, choosing a mattress as a couple<\/a> can be quite difficult if each of you has different preferences. But it\u2019s worth it to find the one that works for both of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI always say that you should invest in your shoes and your mattress<\/a>,\u201d says Shelly Lynch-Sparks, principal and founder of Hyphen and Co<\/a>. \u201cYou spend eight hours in both a day\u2014and no matter what, they should be comfortable. In the argument for a good night’s sleep, it is difficult to find the perfect mattress that works for each party to sleep well.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And that\u2019s where the split head mattress comes in. If you\u2019ve never heard of this mattress option, then you may be pleased to discover that it can be an excellent pick for couples. Ahead, this article will walk you through what you need to know about this mattress type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a split head mattress?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u201cA split head mattress is split into two at the top half of the mattress,” explains Lynch-Sparks. “Imagine slicing a mattress in half vertically but stopping halfway through the middle. The bottom half is still connected as one, making it possible for you and your partner to still be on the same mattress.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can choose between a split head queen mattress or split head king mattress. When a split head mattress is paired with an\u00a0adjustable base<\/a>\u2014which tends to be the preferred setup\u2014you and your partner can raise and lower your heads separately while your feet remain on the same level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A split head mattress is split into two at the top half of the mattress. Imagine slicing a mattress in half vertically but stopping halfway through the middle. The bottom half is still connected as one, making it possible for you and your partner to still be on the same mattress.<\/p>\nShelly Lynch-Sparks, principal and founder of\u00a0Hyphen and Co.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Pros of a split head mattress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lynch-Sparks believes that a split head mattress carries many pros that are beneficial for both individuals and their partners. These pros include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n