Memorable Foam Products

Foam mattresses are turning sleepless nights into distant memories for some. But are they for everyone?

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) October 16, 2005 -- Everyone knows what it’s like to suffer a poor night’s sleep – the tossing, the turning, the morning light appearing all too soon. Springs, air, adjustable, foam ... it isn’t easy to choose to choose a mattress these days.

One of the newest mattresses on the market is the Tempurpedic or Memory Foam Mattress. Memory foam is solid, comprised of “heat- and pressure-sensitive materials that respond to your body temperature and conform” to support your body weight, says MSNBC’s WebMD. Memory foam was originally invented by NASA to absorb G-forces of seated astronauts.

Consumersearch.com describes three materials used in memory foam manufacturing: “Viscoelastic, such as that used in Tempur-Pedic and Isoform beds, is the most expensive and most durable. Less expensive polyurethane may initially feel comfortable, but over time the material can degrade and compress more quickly than viscoelastic. Latex is a good choice for allergy and asthma-prone people since it is hypoallergenic and dust-mite resistant. Latex's breathable characteristic is known for keeping the sleeper warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.”

The top quality Tempurpedic mattresses may cost anywhere from $1000 - $1700, so consumers may consider buying not online but from a retailer where the product can actually be tested before the purchase is made. Many retailers also offer money-back guarantees after a short in-home trial recommended when buying any type of mattress.

Memory foam does well to absorb the movements of a restless partner; on the other hand, it can become quite stiff in colder temperatures and can “get crunched together” when used by a “heavier person,” says chiropractor Corlin Stein.

For mattress supplements, shoppers can consider a mattress topper, which can add comfort to an existing mattress at a reasonable price. For foam toppers, experts recommend buying one at least two inches thick and not more than four.

Other memory foam products include child safety products, packing foam, sound-proofing foam, seats and cushions, animal beds, and even accessories like jewelry or book holders. For more Information please visit our site at http://www.foammattressdepot.com.

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