Everyone knows about memory foam. There has been a sustained push in marketing the product over the last few years, resulting in television, radio and magazine ad campaigns designed to inform the consumer about the increased benefits of memory foam mattresses over regular mattress foam technology. However, the discerning customer should be aware that there are several costs and benefits that must be carefully weighed before purchasing the product.
There are several technical considerations before buying. For one thing, not all memory foam is temperature-sensitive. In order to check that it is, you should lie on the mattress to test it out. Over the course of a few minutes, the mattress should “melt” away from areas where it is in contact with your body. These areas should also cause the material to contract and soften. If this does not occur, inquire about the product – or explore alternative brands.
The most important indicator of the quality of memory foam is its density. The highest-quality (and therefore most expensive) memory foam has a density of over 5-6 pounds. The cheaper (and less effective) kinds can get as low as 2-3 pounds. Another important thing is to count the number of layers in a memory foam mattress. A good memory foam mattress has at least two or three layers of what is technically known as “urethane foam”; these layers serve to provide even support and weight distribution. As a result, the life of the mattress will be extended.
Additionally, it is very important to note that memory foam can essentially act as a sponge – it is very absorbent. As a result, spilled fluids can potentially damage the product. It is important, then, to ensure that your memory foam mattress pad is waterproof, so that you avoid this potential pitfall.
Another important thing to realize is that you can always ask for a trial. As a consumer who will by buying a product that you will use for years, you are within your rights to demand that you try before you buy.
If you still decide that you are unwilling to spend the money on full-scale memory foam mattresses, there are certainly alternatives…
The most immediately apparent one is the “topper”, which is a thinner mat (made of memory foam) that goes over the regular mattress, and works to amplify the level of comfort your old mattress provides you. The memory foam toppers are much cheaper than full-on mattresses made of memory foam, check out the mattress pads guide for more information.
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