If you’re searching for a mattress and have your heart set on memory foam, our buying guide will surely answer any questions you may have. We break down all the key considerations before your purchase, allowing you to shop with complete confidence.
It doesn’t matter how premium, comfortable, or supportive your new mattress is; if it doesn’t feature the right tension for how you sleep, you’ll never experience the full benefits.
Let’s explore this in greater depth. Every mattress features a different tension, you may have come across ‘soft memory foam mattresses,’ for example. These tensions, soft, medium, medium firm, firm, and extra firm, indicate not only the mattress’s firmness but also the sleeping positions best suited to it. We’ve briefly touched on this in our memory foam FAQ guide.
In short..
- Side sleepers – soft or medium memory foam mattresses
- Combination sleepers – medium firm memory foam mattresses
- Front and back sleepers – firm or extra firm memory foam mattresses
If you tend to sleep hot tonight, it may be wise to avoid memory foam. Memory foam is very efficient at retaining heat, and whilst this doesn’t impact the majority of sleepers, we find that some customers will opt for an alternative. If you’d like to explore similar mattresses, head over to our comparison guide, where we dive deep into the qualities of latex and gel foam and how they compare to memory foam.
Okay, so this doesn’t only apply to memory foam mattresses but also requires careful consideration.
If you’re shopping for just a mattress, you’ll already have your bed and, therefore, know what size is best. However, if you’re on the search for both, you may not be sure what’s best; for instance, you find a double that is too restrictive, and you’d like to go for a king-size mattress.
The best advice we can give you if you’re considering a larger bed is to measure your room and be aware of the dimensions of your new bed. This allows you to envisage the new bed in your room and consider whether you’re left with enough space for furniture. Ideally, your bed will be the largest item in your room without being overbearing.
Often, memory foam mattresses feature a sprung base, giving you the best of both worlds—the targeted support of springs and the comfort of memory foam.
However, we also feature all-foam mattresses, renowned for their innovation and next-level support. These mattresses will typically feature support layers consisting of durable and comfortable foam.
It’s difficult to determine whether all-foam or hybrid mattresses are longer-lasting; it all depends on the quality of the mattress itself. However, in terms of longevity, every mattress is designed for many years of use. All of the support foam layers that go into any of our mattresses are highly dense to combat the risk of sagging, whilst the springs that feature in our mattresses are of the highest quality and, therefore, won’t lose tension or resilience.
In terms of how the two different types of mattresses feel, all-foam options provide a more soft, body-contouring feel compared to hybrid options, which offer a slightly firmer feel.
Depending on its quality, a mattress’s lifespan is approximately 6-10 years or even longer, provided you take care of it.
We’re very proud of our extensive collection of memory foam mattresses here at Mattressman. The biggest brands, such as Emma, Silentnight, and Sleepsoul, feature memory mattresses.
Memory foam mattresses tend to sit at a mid-level point but can vary to more premium and expensive prices. For context, a double memory foam mattress can range from £170 to £1449.25.
All-foam mattresses tend to be cheaper than hybrid options as their composition is more straightforward.
Emma Memory Foam Mattress
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