We’re all princesses frightened of sleeping on peas these days – how else to explain the rise in popularity of mattress toppers, that squidgy extra layer of comfort under your sheet, atop the bed. Memory foam is popular, but complaints include its sometimes strong smell, plus it can retain heat so well that the bed boils. As an alternative, natural fillings are growing in popularity and availability, so I decided to undertake a home trial. Penrose Products alpaca mattress topper bedding set, £80 Fibre from alpacas is soft, luxurious and supremely comfy. Like silk, it moderates body temperature, and it is naturally hypoallergenic so great for allergy sufferers. Luxury alpaca mattress enhancer, £151.99 My daughter found it heavy at first, but is now adjusted and sleeps like Rip van Winkle. What more can you want? Ultimate microfibre topper with silk, £85 Dust mites hate silk, making it the ideal choice for anyone suffering allergies, and you can get toppers, duvets, pillow cases and bedding for the full experience.
Silk filled mattress topper, £85 It’s also lightweight, and stays cool – perfect for women of a certain age. Deluxe wool bedding set, £213.48 Sleeping with wool is said to provide up to 25 per cent more deep regenerative sleep (i.e. stage four REM sleep), over traditional down or synthetic bedding. Devon Duvets British wool mattress toppers, from £110 I found it soft underneath and naturally warm. The accompanying duvet was super snugly, but the pillows too firm for my taste. Hastens BJ top mattress, price on request This could be the perfect topper: thick, firm, and unbelievably cushioning. Horsehair is very durable (hence its use in traditional upholstery), and as the strands of hair are open-celled (or hollow), moisture passes through easily, wicking sweat away. Plus the individual hairs never squash into a permanent shape, which I felt gave it the promised added “spring”. READ: The best duvets for a good night's sleep READ: Which type of pillow should you buy?
READ: The best TV standsSensorpedic Microfiber Gel-Fiber & Memory Foam Bed Topper The Sensorpedic Microfiber Gel-Fiber & Memory Foam Bed Topper is ideal for anyone looking to get a more restorative night's rest. The fill of the Memory Loft Gel-Fiber & Memory Foam Bed Topper consists of odor-free Sensor-FOAM® memory foam clusters and Sofloft® super-supportive GEL-coated polyester fiber. Not only is this topper more comfortable and supportive, it is also more breathable allowing you to sleep cooler and comfortable all night long with the premium breathable polyester Nanotex® "coolest comfort" cover. The GEL-fiber & memory foam topper has a 2" gusset and baffled box stitched. CertiPUR-US® certified memory foam insures that not only is your topper more comfortable and supportive, but is safe for you and our environment. A generous 10 year manufacturer's warranty instills confidence that your new topper will last for years of total sleeping enjoyment. CertiPUR-US® Certified Memory Foam is independently tested to insure that your topper is not only more comfortable and supportive but is safe for you and the environment.
New, Odor-Free ventilated Sensor-FOAM® Memory Foam clusters provide pressure relieving therapeutic support and comfort for a more restorative night's rest. Sofloft® Gel-Fiber Super-Supportive Gel-Fiber has a down-like feel. Nanotex® "coolest comfort" technology cover features a 220 thread count. 2" Gusset and Baffle Box Stitched to keep fill in place with edge to edge fill. Anchor bands to hold your topper in place on top of your mattress. 10 Year Warranty instills confidence knowing your topper will last. Twin Size: 39"W x75"L + 3"H Full Size: 54"W x 75"L + 3"H Queen Size: 60"W x 80"L + 3"H King Size: 76"W x 80"L + 3"H Do not wash or dry this bed topper. Use mild detergent, no chlorine bleach. This item contains memory foam clusters that will flatten slightly when conforming to the body. The foam will recover and respond once the weight has been lifted from it. A 10-year manufacturer warranty is included - a testament that you'll enjoy a better nights sleep for years to come.
Sometimes referred to as visco-elastic foam, memory foam has become an extremely popular alternative to traditional innerspring mattresses. It incorporates technology originally developed by NASA to protect astronauts against the extreme force exerted on them by increased gravity during takeoff. Memory foam became famous for its ability to mold to the imprint made by your body. It provides an even amount of support, so pressure points like your shoulders and hips receive less strain because the foam conforms very closely to the shape of your body. Your weight is therefore spread over a greater area. Memory foam is made of a type of high-density polyurethane foam which contains billions of tiny air-filled cells that act like balloons. The cells are sensitive to weight and temperature and decompress under pressure, especially if the compression is accompanied by heat. The sensation when you lie down on a memory foam mattress is a unique melting effect due to the cells directly underneath your body releasing their air and conforming to the shape of your body.
When you get up, the cells inflate with air slowly, resulting in a delayed recovery time. Memory foam therefore got its name because it is very slow to return to its original shape, thereby "remembering" the shape and contours of your body. While well-balanced support, long lifespan and allergen resistance are key benefits of memory foam mattresses, it is important to note they also tend to retain heat and are somewhat challenging to change positions on them. The amount of space you have is usually the most important factor when purchasing a mattress. It's recommended to have the largest bed your space will allow. Your bed should be wide enough and long enough so that each sleeper can rest comfortably in their space. Try to purchase a bed that is at least four inches longer than the height of the tallest sleeper. Twin: 39" wide x 75" long Full: 54" wide x 75" long Queen: 60" wide x 80" long King: 76" wide x 80" long California King: 72" wide x 84" long