What to Look for in a Memory Foam Mattress

The memory foam mattress has gained plenty of notoriety in the past decade or two as the perfect sleeping surface for a comfortable, pain free night of quality rest. However, shopping for a memory foam mattress bed can be easier said than done, when you realize that a whole host of companies have leaped onto the memory foam bandwagon to produce their own version of the perfect night's sleep. If you are considering one of these mattresses for your next bed, read on for the best tips on choosing the right memory foam mattress for you.

How Much Memory do You Need?
The first question to ask is how much memory foam is incorporated into the mattress. If you have too much, you will sacrifice support, which is not a good option for many with bad backs or other health issues. If you get too little, your memory foam mattress may not last as long as you would like, based on the price that you paid. Three inches of memory foam might be a good number to shoot for, since this will provide a mattress that will last and offer a fair amount of support to the user.

Weighing in on the Density Issue
Another factor to consider when purchasing a memory foam mattress is density. A higher density in the five pound range may provide a

mattress that will last, but it may not be as soft as you would like, nor will it be as adept at handling the temperature fluctuations that can occur with the memory foam process. On the other hand, a lower density of less than three pounds can result in a mattress that will not be as durable. Most people seem to prefer a memory foam mattress in a density range of three or four pounds, as long as it has been made with extreme durability in mind. You can judge how long your mattress will last in part by the quality of the company that is making it.

Mattress or Pad?
While many people are on the hunt for the perfect memory foam mattress, there is another option if your current mattress is still in good shape and you don’t want to shell out the big bucks for a brand new one. There are also very good memory mattress pads on the market that will give you that ultra-comfortable cushioning without springing for a whole new mattress set. Many of these pads are designed of the highest quality of memory foam, so they will last a number of years.

Whether you decide to go with a memory foam mattress, or a pad for now, sleeping on memory foam technology will provide you with a good night's sleep and less pain in the morning. Sweet dreams!