The disadvantages of a memory foam mattress
In this blog we discuss the disadvantages of a memory foam mattress . And naming them is quite difficult, because there are only a few disadvantages to a good memory foam mattress. However, this comfortable and pressure-relieving material is not suitable for all sleepers. If you prefer a very firm mattress or are often warm at night, then you better choose a different material.
Let's start at the beginning. Because what is memory foam? And which sleepers have the best night's sleep on a mattress made of this material? We will explain that to you first in this blog.
What is memory foam?
Memory foam is a very firm type of foam. The name 'memory foam' has to do with the fact that the foam returns to its own shape very slowly after it has been pressed. The mattress therefore encloses your body as it were when you lie on it! The material was originally used in space travel, because it has a pressure-relieving effect. Very useful during a rocket launch of course, because it absorbs the body pressure in the cabin! The material is therefore also called NASA foam. Another name for memory foam is memory foam, because it takes a while for the foam to return to its original shape. This can take 0.5 to 5 seconds.
What could be the disadvantages of memory foam?
A memory foam mattress should suit the way you sleep. Possible disadvantages of memory foam could be that this mattress has an open cell structure. This means that it does not ventilate as well as, for example, a cold foam mattress. As a result, the mattress sometimes feels warm. Not so handy if you sweat a lot at night or are always warm in bed. And because the material reacts to heat, a memory foam mattress can sometimes feel a bit harder in a cold bedroom. It then takes a while for the mattress to adapt to your body heat and become nice and soft again. And do you toss and turn in bed? Then a memory foam mattress is probably not the best choice for you either. In addition, a memory foam mattress is very nice and soft. But of course you have to like that. Do you prefer hard mattresses? Then you are better off choosing a cold foam mattress .
Pressure relieving mattress
In addition to the disadvantages of a memory foam mattress, there are of course also many advantages! A memory foam mattress is wonderfully soft and comfortable! If you like a soft bed, you can dream away on this fine bouncy mattress. This is because the material adapts to your body weight. It forms itself to your body, as it were. And that has even more advantages: the mattress also works as a pressure reliever. Ideal if you suffer from your joints or back! You will also not suffer from pressure points with this soft mattress.
Mattress for all seasons
Now that you know the pros and cons of memory foam, you can start looking for a mattress that really suits you and your body. Solo Home has reversible memory foam mattresses with wonderfully warm memory foam on one side and ventilating and cool comfort foam on the other. This way you have a perfect mattress for all seasons! No more shivering in the winter and sweating in the summer is also a thing of the past. What more could you want?
Looking for a new pillow?
Consider a memory foam pillow. It effortlessly conforms to the shape of your head and neck, providing optimal support throughout the night. Ideal for people who suffer from neck pain or similar complaints, the pillow helps relieve pressure on sensitive areas.
At Solo Home we currently do not have any pillows in our assortment. But don't worry, on bol.com you will find a wide selection of memory foam pillows !