Memory Foam Mattresses or Memory mattresses as they are often referred to are topped with a layer of temperature sensitive visco elastic foam. Although they can be more expensive than conventional spring mattresses the added benefits can outweigh the extra cost. Benefits of purchasing a mattress made from memory foam are:

Reduction of Motion Transfer
One of the biggest benefits to anyone purchasing a memory foam mattresses is the body molding effect which reduces motion transfer. This is the tossing and turning effect that is transferred across the mattress as you try to find a comfortable position for your sleep. The lack of movement afforded by a memory foam mattress can maintain spinal alignment and ensures support is provided to the areas of the body that need it most. This can be of significant benefit to people who experience back pain as pressure normally placed on the back whilst tossing and turning whilst asleep is distributed more evenly resulting in a more comfortable night’s sleep.

More Overall Support
A good memory foam mattress is normally far more dense than a conventional foam mattresses thus offering more supportwhilst alleviating the sagging or valley effect often experienced especially in a double mattress.

Allergy Reduction
People who suffer from types of allergy like dust, will find that a memory foam mattress can help reduce the chances of suffering attacks. The material from which memory foam mattresses are produced is far more resistant to dust mites and other parasites.

Above we have looked at some of the benefits of owning this type of mattress, below we look at what you should be thinking about when purchasing a memory foam mattress.

 
Purchase advice:
 
Even if you are buying your memory foam mattress online it may be of benefit to visit a local bedding store to try several memory foam mattress beds out.  This will help you to quickly gauge the level of comfort that a memory foammattress will provide to you. Make sure that the mattress you choose is of a length that is six inches longer than the tallest person using the bed. Make sure that the density is stated on the description or packaging and that is between 5 – 6 pounds per square foot  and that the thickness of the memory foam layer is no less than 3 inches.
 

There is an excellent video available on www.memoryfoammattressreview.co.uk under “Buying Tip Videos”. This will enable you to judge whether the mattress has enough back support. The simple technique of sliding you hand underneath your back whilst laying on the mattress is an instant indicator to judge if the mattress is supporting your back. The other tip if you are purchasing a double mattress is to sit side by side on the edge of the mattress and look for a mound created between you. If this is not visible then a valley will be created which is undesirable and evidence of a low quality mattress.