Shopping for a memory foam mattress can be a little overwhelming. There are so many choices available and so many new terms to learn that it can be hard to figure things out. To help make the choice easier it is important to remember three key things: foam density, thickness, and temperature sensitivity.
Having some knowledge about each of these can help you choose the right memory foam product for your needs. Temperature sensitivity is not a feature on all memory foam mattresses. That is unfortunate as it is one of the most important features of memory foam. The memory foam will not be as comfortable without it. If at all possible purchase a memory foam mattress that is temperature sensitive you will be very glad you did.
These types of mattress will absorb your body heat and provide soft support. When shopping for a memory foam mattress look for a model with a thick enough layer of memory foam along the top. It is best to have one with at least three and a half inches of memory foam. When the layer of memory foam is too thin the mattress is much less comfortable.
When looking at memory foam mattresses you will also need to think about density. The density of a memory foam mattress refers to the weight per cubic foot of mattress. There is no clear consensus as to the ideal density of memory foam. Often retailers will try and sell you memory foam with a three pound density.
You will get much better support for your back, hips and shoulders when their mattress has a density of around 5.0 to 5.9 pounds. Products that are denser that this often will not give you the desired support. Be sure that there is a warranty included with whatever memory foam product you purchase. You can expect a high quality memory foam mattress to have a warranty of at least 20 years.
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