Memory Foam Mattresses- Names aren't everything

While a Tempurpedic bed is probably considered to be one of highest quality mattresses available today, the majority of us can barely afford gas, let alone a multi-thousand dollar mattress! Lucky for us, there are companies who sell products that are nearly identical in make-up and durability for much less, but there are also poor imitations.

While you should still expect to spend a little bit more then you would for a traditional mattress, you can rest a lot easier knowing this investment will last you 20 years or more, compared to the average 5-10 year lifespan of a pillow-top innerspring bed. So what features should you look for when picking a good memory foam bed, and which ones should be avoided?

Density is probably the most telltale clue of the quality in memory foam. The density refers to the weight of one cubic foot of foam. The density of the classic tempur foam is about 5.3 lbs, so foam in the range of 5 lbs.- 6 lbs. will be most comparable. Foams in the 3-4 lb. range are considered okay but will have a shorter lifespan, probably 10 years. 4-5lb is acceptable but may not feel quite like the real thing. Foams over 7 lb. are considered high density and have a viscose feel. It is best to have this layered with some mid-density foam for comfort.

Construction is another big factor. Tempurpedic mattresses consist of at least one layer of memory foam over a layer of base foam. The memory foam layer should be at least 3” thick for optimal support. The base foam will usually be polyurethane foam. Mattresses with the convoluted base layer will have a little better air circulation. Beware of anyone that tells you their mattress is “all” memory foam. The mattress should have a removable, washable, water resistant cover.

Aside from this you can read reviews, make sure you’re buying from a reputable supplier, make sure you have a trial period, and make sure your warranty is sufficient for the quality and price.

Tempurpedic Pillow review

I was wondering around the mall and I walked into a Tempurpedic Mattress store there. My boyfriend has not been able to sleep lately and I was hoping that if I got him a new pillow - that combined with our new mattress - it would help him sleep and make my life more enjoyable. The pillow is really heavy. I bet it weighs 8 lbs. I have done quite a bit of research on these pillows and mattresses. Apparently Memory foam is getting more popular every day. There are a ton of links to good sites about it. Wikipedia has a page for it. I have to admit I think it lives up to all the hype. It really makes my boyfriend sleep better. I would like to test other types of memory foam though. I was very happy with the support and service I got from Sleep Masters in Mesa, Arizona. We will probably end up getting some Tempurpedic Mattresses for the other rooms in our house.

Sleep masters is not associated with Tempurpedic and does not sell their products. They use a comparable Memory Foam that has the highest density on the market.

My first Tempurpedic Post

I recently bought a memory foam pillow at a mall in Mesa Arizona. After a few nights’ sleep I have to admit I have never slept so well in my life. How does this stuff work? I wonder if I bought a tempurpedic mattress or tempurpedic mattress pad if I would sleep much better? There are so many mixed reviews of how this stuff works and what is good and what isn’t. There are also a few buying guides about it and one states:

“The Key To Tempurpedic Mattress Success:

High Density Foam Has More Body And Longer Memory. Memory foam density ranges from 2.5lb to 5.9lb. (density is measured in pounds per cubic foot). Tempurpedic foam used in memory mattresses is 5.3 lb which means that a cube of Tempur material, one foot in each direction, weighs a whopping 5.3 lb. But how does this relate to comfort and support? Mattresses made of the higher density foam are much better quality and perform better over their expected lifetime. Here’s why.In high density foam like Tempurpedic’s, there are billions of small, open cells (bubbles with holes in them), tightly packed together. When you lie down on a Tempur mattress, air flows slowly between the bubbles giving it time to gently cradle the natural hollows of your body, distribute your weight and relieve pressure..”

I am wondering who sells the highest density memory foam though? It would seem like if you got foam too dense it would be like sleeping on a rock right? I also wonder what’s next? A bed or pillow made of gel? Maybe I’ll sleep on it.