Comfort is the most important factor that people seek when choosing a new mattress to purchase. Designers have been working on mattress options for ions to choose from other than the traditional spring mattress. Water beds, air beds and pillow tops have all played to the consumer looking to ease their body of aches with the comfort of sleep. It took NASA engineers to invent the memory foam that people now value as a viable option to the old spring mattress. To make a thoughtful decision between a spring mattress and memory foam it is important to know the pros and cons. A spring mattress is constructed from a basic pocket-coil system wrapped that in fabric. Production of this type of mattress is easy so it tends to keep costs lower. Prices can rise with the level of mattress, as often soft foam pillow tops are added to provide extra comfort and luxury. Spring mattresses may still be an option but one needs to understand what sets them apart from the newer memory foam mattress. Unlike a comfortable memory foam mattress that can be vacuum sealed to be delivered in a compact box, spring mattresses need to be delivered to your home by truck or balanced on top of a vehicle.
The spring mattress does not rely on body contours for comfort. Although there may be a choice of firmness, it is more of a one mattress fits all. The pressure of the coils from the spring mattress and uneven body support may acerbate aches and pains instead of relieving them. Spring mattresses tend to have a shorter lifespan and warranty then memory foam due to the coil system design and manufacturing causing them to eventually sag from body weight. For common spring mattresses without a pillow top they must be rotated and flipped regularly in order to maintain them. This takes time, and adds pressure and frustration to upkeep your mattress investment. When memory foam mattresses first began to gain popularity they had a tendency of retaining heat causing the sleeper to get hot. With the invention of gel memory foam this no longer is a problem. The gel foam allows for a special memory foam design fashioning the mattress to allow for a comfortable cool night’s sleep.
The reason for the gaining popularity of the memory foam is their level of comfort that they provide when compared to the spring mattress. The memory foam mattress will distribute body weight evenly for a perfect balance in supporting individual pressure points to relieve aches and pains and encourage a great night’s sleep. Unlike a spring mattress, the memory foam mattress will hold its shape without any worries about eventual sagging. Although many think of foam as being very soft, the memory foam mattress is designed from layers to create a firm mattress that gives with the contours of the body to create the ultimate in support. Memory foam mattresses are known to have a longer lifespan than the spring mattresses and a 20-year warranty is proof that companies stand by this type of mattress. Shop easily online and get a memory foam mattress delivered to your door in a compact box that you unpack in your bedroom for your mattress to unfold and come to shape in position ready to sleep.
Memory foam mattress only needs to be rotated every six months for easy maintenance. An amazing free 101-day sleep trial allows for one to thoroughly be able to experience the memory foam bed without worry. Memory foam mattresses may have once been prohibitive due to cost but with online shopping, that cuts out the salesperson in the store, the price for the comfortable memory foam bed has dropped considerably. GhostBed sells their memory foam mattresses at a cost that is 25-percent lower than the brick and mortar retail store equivalent mattress selection. Whether choosing the traditional spring mattress or the innovative memory foam, one should keep in mind that experts advise people to replace their mattress every seven to eight years due to hygienic purposes that arise from everyday living. 12 Month Flex Pay Option Order ships within 24 Hours Order ships within 24 hoursGood quality memory foam mattresses distribute body weight evenly, like having billions of little springs supporting you.
Pressure points are significantly reduced, up to whopping 80%, which only memory foam can provide. Fast Fact: The lowest mmHg on the market is provided by Essentia memory foam mattresses at 12.43mmHg @ 200lbs.If a quick glance at the chart above wasn’t enough, you can read on to see all the pros and cons of spring mattresses and memory foam mattresses. 1) Low Cost - Given that spring mattresses don’t cost much to manufacture; you can find spring mattresses at bottom dollar prices. The only time you’ll pay less is probably a futon or a hand-me-down.2) Durability - A spring mattress can last between 7 and 10 years.1) Loss of Support - Spring mattresses usually begin to sag after 1-2 years. In fact, they lose 16% of their support in the 1st year alone.2) Sketchy Warranties - Spring mattress warranties allow up to 1.5 inches of normal body impression. However, it is normal for your mattress to get a body impression, as it can mean the “comfort layer” is conforming to your body.
Be sure to find out the exact terms of your warranty before purchasing, and the steps that will need to be taken to qualify your possible issue as warrantable. 3) Poor Back Support - Innersprings do not offer proper back support and do not address spinal alignment.4) Painful -Spring mattresses do not distribute your body weight evenly. Because each spring pushes back with the same force, pressure points are inevitable.5) Not Hypoallergenic - The fluffy polyester top and the empty space in-between the springs creates a perfect nesting ground for dust mites.1) The Low Cost - You can still get a durable memory foam mattress for under $950.2) Pressure Distribution - It relieves pressure better than any other type of mattress.3) No Motion Transfer - No jiggle or bounce means no transfer of movement or waking up your partner when someone needs to make a midnight bathroom run.4) Hypoallergenic - A solid block of foam means dust mites can only live on the surface and not inside.1) Price - Top memory foam mattresses can be expensive depending on quality and brand name.
Cost is typically directly associated with quality because the materials are costly, not the labor.2) Quicksand Like Feel - Because a memory foam mattress adjusts to the contours of your body, the foam can take longer to contour to your body as well as bounce back to its original shape. This can leave some feeling like they are stuck in the mattress or like they are sinking into quicksand.3) Temperature Sensitive - Most memory foams rely on your body temperature to be able to contour to you, the problem arises as with the lack of air flow through traditional memory foam mattresses. You can wake up a sweaty mess. 4) The Smell - Some memory foam mattresses are made with poor quality foams and may have a pungent, unpleasant smell when new.A deciding factor for many people is whether the mattress if firm or soft. While this is a very personal preference, and the concept of firm or soft will differ based on personal taste, there are some standard industry rules that can make a mattress firm which you can learn about here: Springs act as a shock absorber and reduce the wear and tear of the mattress.
Springs or coils used in mattresses are available in four different types which determine firmness and support: continuous coils, bonnell coils, offset coils and marshall coils. These are also measured by the gauge of the coil.The less coils you have, the thicker the spring. 14 to 15 gauge coils will give in easily to pressure, while a 12-gauge coil is the thickest and will feel firm.Memory foam mattresses can be firm to supple. Since they distribute your weight evenly, a firm memory foam mattress should still give you the firmness you are looking for without compromising your back, hips and joints.Memory foam mattresses become more supple with body heat, while this ensures the cradling support your body requires, you should also realize that when it comes to memory foam you most likely won’t find something firm enough for your tastes if you enjoy sleeping on the floor.In the charts above we mention temperature sensitivity, but what does it really mean based when comparing spring and memory foam?
Memory foam is known for being temperature sensitive, or that it reacts according to your body heat. This can be a negative as it takes time for the foam to adjust to your body. This delayed response time or quicksand-like feel is a common complaint among memory foam mattress owners.The temperature of the room will also have an effect on the feel as well, as the colder the bedroom the longer it will take for the foam to adjust and recover. At freezing point, memory foam can become rock hard.On the flip side, memory foam can also trap heat which is another common complaint of memory foam mattress owners. The warmer the room and mixed with your body heat, the more chance you will be sleeping hot and waking up sweating. Spring mattresses don't adjust on body temperature unless they come topped with memory foam. The top layer will add comfort and support if made with enough quality memory foam.Fast Fact: The only memory foam that remains consistent in average room temperatures is Essentia's natural memory foam, which has been tested to sleep on about 7 degrees cooler as it allows air flow through the mattress.
A traditional spring mattress doesn’t adjust or feel differently based on body temperature, unless they come topped with memory foam. The top layer of a spring mattress is generally known of the comfort layer, and some companies with add memory foam to enhance the perceived comfort, support and quality of the mattress.Spring mattresses require more maintenance as they must be rotated once every three months for even wear. This way you don’t get dips and indents over and above the normal body impression. You will also want to avoid folding or bending a spring mattress, as you will compromise the springs and break it.Memory foam mattresses do not have to be flipped or rotated. There is no maintenance required apart from keeping the cover and sheets clean. Spring mattresses should have died in the 80's, like parachute pants and leg warmers, but they have remained popular because of their low cost and high profit margins (100%+). They also need replacing every 3-10 years which is great reoccurring income for Sealy, Serta, Simmons, Spring Air etc.
The Better Sleep Council suggests that a quality mattress should provide 8-10 years of good support and comfort. With an average person spending 30% of their life sleeping, the importance of a healthy and supportive mattress cannot be ignored. A good quality mattress is important for healthy living and this applies to adults, the elderly, young children and babies. How you feel and act is directly affected by how well you sleep. A quality mattress may be pricey but it will certainly keep your body well supported and comfortable for close to 20 years.We hope that you now have a better understanding of the difference between spring and memory foam mattresses. If you’re leaning toward memory foam, you’ll definitely want to take a look at Essentia’s natural memory foam mattresses that offer comfort, support and even address the common complaints of memory foam mattress owners. If you're serious about getting serious sleep and want some of the best mattresses in the world, we've got you covered.