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Memory foam, also known as visco-elastic foam, is a relatively new and increasingly popular development in the foam mattress market. Originally developed by NASA to protect astronauts against extreme "g-forces," memory foam is known for its ability to mold itself to your body and support it evenly. By making contact with more of your body, the pressure of the mattress is spread over a greater portion of your body's surface area, thereby reducing stress on your shoulders, hips, and other "pressure points." It is called memory foam because it is very slow to return to its original shape, thereby "remembering" the shape and contours of your body.
Made from polyurethane, memory foam consists of billions of little air-filled cells. Like a tiny balloon, each cell contains a small amount of air. However, unlike some other foam cells, memory foam cells actually decompress under pressure, particularly if the pressure is accompanied by heat. Thus, when you lie down on a memory foam mattress, the foam cells closest to your body slowly release their air, creating a unique melting effect and allowing the mattress to conform to the shape of your body. Similarly, when you get up, the foam cells slowly refill with air, which is why it takes a few moments for the mattress to return to its original shape.
Memory foam mattresses can differ from one another in a number of ways, most importantly in the density and depth of memory foam used in the mattress' construction. With memory foam, density can be a determinant of feel, durability, and cost. In general, higher-density memory foams last longer and cost more, and sometimes (but not always) feel firmer. Memory foam density is measured by the weight of one cubic foot of the material — i.e., pounds per cubic foot (lbs/ft3). In mattresses, memory foam can most commonly be found in densities ranging from 2 to 6 lbs/ft3, with most high-quality manufacturers using memory foam with a density of 4 lbs or greater. Most mattresses have a core, or bottom layer, of regular polyurethane foam covered with a top layer of softer memory foam that is anywhere from 2 to 6 inches thick. In general, the thicker the layer of memory foam, the deeper your body will sink into the mattress, which is a matter of some personal preference. Conversely, the denser the memory foam, the less your body will sink into the mattress. Higher-end manufacturers tend to use a thicker top layer (e.g., 3-4 inches or more) of high-density memory foam (e.g., 5 lbs or greater) in such a combination that the greater firmness of the high-density memory foam is offset by the greater depth of the memory foam layer. This approach enables them to create a well-balanced, supportive feel, using foam of the highest durability, albeit at a relatively higher cost.
Although there are now many manufacturers of memory foam mattresses, the most well-known is Tempur-Pedic, the Swedish mattress company that first figured out how to adapt NASA's technology for use in beds. To find the right memory foam mattress brand for you, please browse our extensive list of memory foam mattress manufacturers and product lines below.
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Comfortaire
The Comfortaire® Story Comfortaire® is the result of the spirit of innovation. Comfortaire® was founded in 1981 to bring adjustable air supported sleep technology to ...
REM Sleep
REM Sleep offers lifetime warranty and a satisfaction/comfort guaranty policy Currently A+ rated on Better Business Bureau Founded in 2001 Exhibits nationally and in Canada ...
Saatva
Saatva (which means "truth). Our belief is that people can make an intelligent mattress buying decision without high pressure or a phony sale. Our extremely ...
Serta Trump Home
Trump Home™ by Serta Trump is a name synonymous with the upscale lifestyle, superior quality and success of Donald Trump and the Trump Empire. Now, ...
Serta iComfort
Introducing the new iComfort Sleep System by Serta, featuring our Cool Action™ Gel Memory Foam - the world’s first memory foam infused with the support ...
Carolina Mattress Guild Nature's Image
The Nature's Image product line is a collection of mattresses that is manufactured by Carolina Mattress Guild.
Serta iSeries
Interested in the benefits of gel memory foam but looking for the support of a traditional innerspring? Serta’s new iSeries technology combines our revolutionary Cool ...
Aireloom Handcrafted
The Handcrafted product line is a collection of mattresses that is manufactured by Aireloom.
Aireloom Hybrid
The Hybrid product line is a collection of mattresses released in 2009 that is manufactured by Aireloom.
Aireloom Kluft
The Kluft product line is a collection of mattresses that is manufactured by Aireloom.
Aireloom Organic Hybrid
The Organic Hybrid product line is a collection of mattresses that is manufactured by Aireloom.
Carolina Mattress Guild Cool Coil
Fall into refreshing, supportive sleep with Cool Coil! Cool Breeze Gel Memory Foam meets Individually Wrapped Comfort Coils in a hybrid mattress line that provides ...
Carolina Mattress Guild Fresh Touch
The Fresh Touch product line is a collection of mattresses released in 2012 that is manufactured by Carolina Mattress Guild.
Restonic ComfortCare
Restonic does more in the center third than other mattresses, increasing body support, mattress durability and resiliency. Our ComfortCare mattresses concentrate more coils in the ...
Restonic ComfortCare Signature
The ComfortCare Signature product line is a collection of mattresses that is manufactured by Restonic.
Restonic HealthRest Memory Foam
With its Outlast® Technology originally developed for NASA, the HealthRest® Memory Foam mattress gives you the same magnificent sleep, night after night.Ultimate Breathability with Thermocule™Restonic’s ...
Restonic TempaGel
Restonic’s TempaGel collection creates an optimum sleeping temperature by combining the science of gel-infused memory foam and Outlast® Technology for a cool and refreshing night’s ...
Serta Bellagio iSeries
Contentment and opulence are the hallmarks of your Bellagio luxury hotel experience. You can now have the exclusive opportunity to recreate this elegant experience with ...
Serta Pro Comfort
The Pro Comfort product line is a collection of mattresses that is manufactured by Serta.
Serta Trump Home iSeries
Trump is a name synonymous with the upscale lifestyle, superior quality and success of Donald Trump and his world-renowned empire. Now, you can enjoy Trump ...
Serta iComfort Directions
The iComfort Directions product line is a collection of mattresses that is manufactured by Serta.
Sleep Number Memory Foam Series
There’s comfort in togetherness. Only at Sleep Number will you find a bed that combines cradling memory foam with comfort that adjusts on each side. ...
Technogel
The history of Technogel® started in 1990 with the Royal Medica establishment. At that time, Bayer Material Science was producing small batches of a special ...
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Foam | Bio-Based Foam, Factory Direct, Futon, Hand Crafted, Made in the USA, Memory Foam | (7 reviews) |
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| Novosbed | Memory Foam | (4 reviews) |
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Comfortaire
The Comfortaire® Story Comfortaire® is the result of the spirit of innovation. Comfortaire® was founded in 1981 to bring adjustable air supported sleep technology to ... |
Air Bed, Adjustable Comfort, Dual Comfort, Gel, Memory Foam, Natural Materials, Organic Materials | (3 reviews) |
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| Symbol Kingsbury | Foam | Gel, Latex, Made in the USA, Memory Foam | (3 reviews) |
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| Kingsdown Blu-Tek | Foam | Gel, Gel Memory Foam, Memory Foam | $$$$ | (2 reviews) |
| Symbol Response | Foam | Latex, Memory Foam | (2 reviews) |
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| Alfa Airbeds | Air | Air Bed, Memory Foam | (1 review) |
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| Beautyrest TruEnergy | Innerspring | Gel Memory Foam, Hybrid, Innerspring, Made in the USA, Memory Foam, Pocket Coil | $$$$$ | (1 review) |
| Cantwell Therapeutic | Foam | Memory Foam | (1 review) |
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| Design Within Reach | Foam | Memory Foam | (1 review) |
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| Simmons BeautyRest Classic Donovan Visco Plush | Simmons Beautyrest Classic | Simmons |
| Simmons BeautyRest Exceptionale Revival Visco Super Pillowtop | Simmons Beautyrest Exceptionale | Simmons |
| Five Star Alexandrite Euro Top | Five Star | |
| miForma Refresh 10" | miForma | |
| Simmons BeautyRest World Class Stavros Visco Plush Firm | Simmons Beautyrest World Class | Simmons |
| Beautyrest Legend Plush | Simmons Beautyrest | Simmons |
| Simmons BeautyRest World Class Amur River Firm Pillowtop | Simmons Beautyrest World Class | Simmons |
| Simmons BeautyRest World Class Restoration Firm Pillowtop | Simmons Beautyrest World Class | Simmons |
| Simmons BeautyRest World Class Whitehaven Visco 200 Pillowtop | Simmons Beautyrest World Class | Simmons |
| Simmons BeautyRest World Class Fontelina Visco 200 Pillowtop | Simmons Beautyrest World Class | Simmons |
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