Bedding/Sheets Boxspring Mattress Extra Firm Medium Breathable Mattresses Mattresses for Standard Bed Frames NM® Mattresses and Accessories
Medium-firmness mattresses — often called medium-firm — sit right between plush and firm, which is why they're the most popular and versatile feel we carry. You get enough cushioning to relieve pressure with enough support to keep your spine aligned, making medium a safe choice for back sleepers, combination sleepers who change positions through the night, and couples who need a compromise between two preferences. Shop medium models from Sealy, Serta, Beautyrest, Stearns & Foster, iComfort and Tempur-Pedic across memory foam, hybrid, euro-top, pillow-top and tight-top builds — with free delivery across Canada. • Feel: medium sits between plush and firm — balanced and the most versatile of our four comfort levels • Also called "medium-firm" — the middle of the firmness scale • Best for: back sleepers, combination sleepers, couples, and most body types • Consider plush if you sleep on your side; firm if you sleep on your stomach or want more support • Constructions: euro-top, tight-top, pillow-top, memory foam and hybrid • Brands: Sealy, Serta, Beautyrest, Stearns & Foster, iComfort, Tempur-Pedic, Springwall & NM • Prices: from $171 to premium
Breathable mattresses are built to move air, not trap it. Through ventilated and open-cell foams, breathable knit and Tencel covers, and pocket-coil airflow, they let heat and moisture escape instead of building up under you — so your sleep surface stays fresher, drier and more comfortable through the night. It's a great fit if you sweat at night, live in a humid climate, or just don't like that stuffy, sunk-in feel. You'll find breathable builds across every brand — Sealy, Serta, Beautyrest, iComfort, Tempur-Pedic, Chirofoam and our own NM line — in foam, hybrid and pocket-coil. Sleep especially hot? See our cooling mattresses for active heat-wicking. Every mattress includes a 365-night sleep trial and free delivery across Canada. • What it means: airflow-focused builds that let heat and moisture escape instead of trapping them • How it works: ventilated/open-cell foams, breathable knit & Tencel covers, pocket-coil airflow • The benefit: a fresher, drier, less stuffy sleep surface • Best for: sweaty sleepers, humid climates, or anyone who dislikes a sunk-in, stuffy feel • Sleep hot? See cooling mattresses; want a steady temp? See temperature-regulating • Across every brand and firmness • Every order: 365-night sleep trial, price-match guarantee & free Canada-wide delivery
These mattresses are built for a standard bed frame, box spring or platform bed rather than an adjustable base — solid, no-flex support for a classic setup. Shopping by feel or build instead? Browse by comfort (plush, medium, firm) or by type (memory foam, hybrid, pocket coil, traditional). Using an adjustable base? See our adjustable-bed-compatible mattresses. Every order includes a 365-night sleep trial and free delivery across Canada.
NM Mattresses is our in-house brand, offering high-quality, budget-friendly beds tailored for Canadian sleepers — durable components and honest value without compromising comfort or support.
Shop NM across the NM®, Essentials, Cozy, Hi-Loft™, HD+™ Core, Orthopedic and Hospitality lines, in single/twin through king. Built in Canada and the USA with 5- to 25-year manufacturer warranties depending on the line, every NM mattress comes with our 365-night sleep trial and price-match guarantee.
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The NM line is our own label, and it covers the whole bed: sprung and all-foam mattresses, box springs, a solid wood platform bedframe, headboards, pillows, sheets and a waterproof protector. Work from the sleep surface outward. The coil models are built on heat-tempered drawn spring steel in Bonnell, pocket coil, foam-encased pocket coil and individually pocketed configurations, and the difference is how they behave: pocketed coils compress one at a time and isolate movement, while a connected coil system shares load for a firmer, more uniform feel. The all-foam models use high-density polyurethane support foam with no springs at all, which removes bounce and noise. Within the line, NM Orthopedic Classic, PLUS and Supreme are the sprung builds, NM Cozy is memory foam, NM HD+ Core is high-density foam, and NM Hi-Loft Elite and NM Essential cover euro top and hybrid feels.
Then come the layers around the mattress. A box spring is not just a spacer, because its profile decides how high you sit: a standard box spring runs about 9 inches deep and a low profile one about 5, so stepping down gains you roughly four inches of clearance rather than half the height. A platform version is thinner again, and NM offers platform, low profile, standard and high profile options, with the depth listed on each. Aim for a finished bed where the top of the mattress lands near your knee as you stand beside it, and ask about split options if your staircase or hallway has a tight turn. Above the mattress, the waterproof protector is the piece most people skip and later regret. What wears a mattress out is mechanical, foam fatigue in the comfort layers and coil set underneath, so a protector is not the thing keeping the bed alive: it is there for hygiene, and for keeping the mattress in the condition a warranty claim depends on. NM pillows include charcoal, copper and lavender infused options alongside shredded memory foam, duck feather, microfiber and wool, so match loft to your sleeping position.
Coils or All Foam
Pocketed springs isolate motion, connected coils feel firmer and more uniform, and all-foam cores remove bounce and noise entirely.
Profile Sets Bed Height
Platform, low profile, standard and high profile change the finished height by inches. See how standard and low profile compare.
Protect It From Day One
A waterproof protector keeps sweat and spills out of the foam, which matters for hygiene and for keeping the mattress in the condition a warranty claim depends on. Our protector guide explains what to look for in a cover.
Frame and Headboards
The solid wood platform bedframe comes in a natural and a walnut finish, and the George and Layla headboards pair with it. See bedroom essentials.
Frequently Asked Questions About NM Mattresses and Bedding
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Building a Whole Bed, Not Just Choosing a Mattress?
Our non-commissioned sleep experts can size the frame, the box spring and the sheets to the mattress you pick, in one conversation.
Upgrade your sleep at National Mattress
Discover a mattress that transforms your sleep into a truly rejuvenating experience. We offer a wide variety of options to suit every sleep style and preference, ensuring a better night's sleep.
Why Choose Us?
- Variety: From plush to firm, we have options for every body type and sleep style.
- Quality: Trusted brands and top-notch materials for long-lasting comfort.
- Sleep Trials & Warranties: Enjoy peace of mind with flexible trials and warranties.
- Expert Advice: Get personalized recommendations from our sleep specialists.
Mattress Selection Includes
- Memory Foam: Contours to your body for personalized comfort and pressure relief.
- Hybrid: Combines responsive springs with foam for balanced support and comfort.
- Innerspring: Provides firm support, bounce, and cooling airflow.
- Latex: Hypoallergenic, eco-friendly, and exceptionally comfortable.
- Adjustable Beds: Customize your sleep position for optimal comfort.
