Traditional and Plant-Based Memory Foam Compared in Latest Sleep Junkie Article
Spokane, WA (PRWEB) July 25, 2013 -- Memory foam mattresses continue to grow in popularity, and over the past several years different varieties have entered the market seeking to improve upon certain aspects. Comparing types can be somewhat difficult based on claims alone, and many shoppers are left wondering what the differences are. Sleep Junkie, a blog on beds and sleep, takes an in-depth look at the question in their latest article "How does plant-based memory foam compare to traditional?"
In the article, Sleep Junkie discusses general differences between the two types and takes a more focused approach by comparing a leading brand of each. Traditional memory foam is described as the original contouring, pressure-relieving memory foam, characterized by temperature sensitive properties (viscosity) and a petroleum-based composition.
The more recent plant-based memory foam utilizes botanical oils and extracts in place of a portion of petroleum products. This type is typically characterized a more open cell structure, may be temperature neutral. Certi-PUR certified plant-based foams are also tested to ensure low VOC levels and exclusion of CFCs, formaldehyde, PBDEs and other chemical substances.
Sleep Junkie compares the two types in greater detail using Tempurpedic to represent traditional memory foam and Amerisleep for plant-based memory foam. After introducing each type, the blog provides a comparison table with grades based on information from collective owner reviews on each website. Fifteen factors are considered, including pain reduction, health, ease of movement, price, owner ratings, and more.
The factors showing the greatest divergence in the comparison receive detailed discussion in for readers, encompassing health and offgassing, heat retention, responsiveness, price, and owner ratings. Sleep Junkie offers tabulated percentages of complaints from the reviews, compares pricing, and discusses total review averages to provide a general picture for consumers. The information will likely prove interesting to those considering memory foam mattresses, and several other bed shopping resources are also available on the website.
SleepJunkie.org is a blog dedicated to all things sleep, from mattresses, bedding, to sleep research and more. With a focus on making mattress research easier, the website offers independent assessments and reviews of the latest brands and technologies. Readers also enjoy timely updates on mattress-related news and expert help in selecting the best mattress to fit their needs and lifestyle.
Sleep Junkie, SleepJunkie.org, http://www.sleepjunkie.org, 480 264 0725, [email protected]
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