Edit ArticleHow to Buy a Memory Foam Mattress Looking for some sleep on a memory foam mattress? Before you walk into a mattress store and waltz into the jaws of an unscrupulous salesperson, get the facts by following the steps in this how-to. Make sure the memory foam is of high enough density to support your body properly. Look for memory foam that is temperature sensitive. Read the warranty information carefully. Check for ample testing done with real people. Ask for a "comfort test" period. Compare prices on Web stores of reputable direct-to-consumer distributors. Most memory foam mattresses are actually in two or three layers, with a memory foam topper glued to a foundation layer of urethane foam. If you have a good quality mattress, you may also consider buying only a memory foam "topper". Show more unanswered questions Get a written "comfort guarantee." Make sure it's at least 10-14 days or more. If you can take ice, in a zip lock bag, you can verify if the material is temperature sensitive.
It will become firmer in the place you put the ice after 5-15 minutes. Salespeople will try to give you "facts" which will favor their product, no matter how inferior, so just remember density, temperature sensitivity and reading all you can about memory foam to be educated before you buy and you'll be happy with your purchase. Most people don't realize how heavy a solid foam mattress is. Solid memory foam or regular foam mattresses are a real job to move or even to turn around even for two healthy people, and you surely don't want to carry one up stairs. Many memory foam mattresses are manufactured in China. Some of the latest products coming out of China are of super high quality and chemical free. Ask for the details of manufacture before you buy. Foam mattresses act like sponges, this means they absorb liquid. You should always use a waterproof mattress protector when you set up your memory foam mattress to prevent liquid from getting into the memory foam and to keep you sleeping cool during hot weather.
The Tempur-Pedic™ liquid-proof mattress cover of very high quality (and very comfortable to sleep on), but it is not highly durable and should not be washed in a machine with the sheets. Such treatment will eventually lead to tiny rips and tears resulting in leaks and a dramatic loss in effectiveness. Instead, this mattress cover should be spot cleaned by hand or carefully inspected for leaks after each washing. It can lose effectiveness in as little as two years if not cared for properly. $ - $ Non-members pay 10% surcharge Join now! Shipping Enter ZIP Code for shipping options Estimated arrival Free Pickup Add to list About this item Instantly transforms your mattress into a plush sleep surface Offers the cradling comfort of memory foam along with a pillow top Helps alleviate painful pressure points and promotes deeper sleep Description Member reviews & questions Policies & plans Description The Serta 4" Pillow-Top and Memory Foam Mattress Topper instantly transforms your mattress into a luxurious sleeping surface with a soft pillow-top and cradling memory foam.
The 3-inch layer of memory foam gently supports you while alleviating painful pressure points that can cause tossing and turning. The memory foam layer is topped with 1 inch of plush pillow-top adding comfort. The included quilted cover secures and protects the topper; it's removable, machine washable and stretches to fit up to a 17-inch mattress. This Serta mattress topper is the perfect way to upgrade a new mattress or extend the life of an old one. Specifications 4-inch construction: 3 inches of memory foam + 1 inch of soft fiber pillow-top Promotes proper spinal alignment Washable quilted cover included, which stretches to fit up to a 17-inch mattress Non-slip cover secures topper to mattress and protects it Extends the life of your mattress Foam made in the USA Manufacturer Info For additional questions or concerns regarding this product, please contact the Manufacturer's Customer Service Department at 1-888-999-0499. Assembled Country USA Component Country USA Member reviews & questions
It's natural to think that way if your bed is curved in the middle, giving you the hammock effect.Foam toppers cannot solve the hammock issue as the problem lies underneath, your springs or support foams are no longer supportive. 20% of People are not helped by Memory Foam ToppersDid you know that memory foam toppers don't work for nearly 20% of people? It is of no use to people suffering from acute back pain.Since toppers suit only hard mattresses, they become unsuitable for normal soft beds. In fact using a memory foam topper will make your bed softer and you may finally end up counting sheep till daybreak!Be Careful - Toppers May be Damaged Before They ArriveA major shortfall to foam toppers is that retailers like to store huge quantities for long periods of time.This affects the foam mattress toppers in two ways. - The packing system can damage the mattress due to compression and folding. - When stored for long periods of time, memory foam toppers develop compression areas.Note: Some higher quality memory foam toppers actually become flat after a bare minimum use because of low density manufacturing techniques.