When it comes to discussing density, it is important to note that this measurement is different than firmness, and the two terms do not always coincide with each other. Memory foam density refers to how much one cubic foot of the material weighs, and is typically expressed in pounds (for example, 3lb memory foam, 4lb memory foam, etc.). This measurement will tell you the quality of the foam, but will not tell you how firm the foam is. Many people believe ... (Read More)
Category: Mattresses
Mattress Myths
With all of the available choices out there, buying a new mattress takes as much research and comparison shopping as buying a computer, life insurance, or even a car. Just as with those other products, a good mattress is one that will provide many years of service, so making the right purchasing decision is critical. You can improve your odds of selecting the best latex or memory foam mattress for your needs and budget by avoiding these common myths ... (Read More)
DIY Casper Foam Mattress
Memory foam mattresses offer many benefits that ordinary spring mattresses do not offer. For example, memory foam has the ability to conform to the contours of your body, which helps provide support where it is needed most while simultaneously relieving pressure on the shoulders, hips, knees, and joints. In addition, memory foam inhibits motion transfer so the movements of one partner are less likely to disturb the sleep of the other partner. So it’s no wonder that memory foam ... (Read More)
High Quality Foam Futon Mattresses from Foam Factory, Inc.
Futons sound like a great idea in theory. They optimize space, save you money by providing two pieces of furniture in one product, and even give guests a place to sleep. Of course, theory is different from practice, and while there are high-quality futons out there, many of the entry-level products aimed at students or people with small apartments don’t always live up to the hype in terms of product quality. Entry-level futons typically come with cushioning pads that ... (Read More)
Understanding the Temperature Sensitivity of Memory Foam
Memory foam’s most unique characteristic is its temperature-sensitivity, which is what allows it to offer the custom-contouring the material is so famous for. Engineered with visco-elastic polymers that react to body heat by yielding and softening, memory foam is able to create a surface unique to the user every time they use it, no matter what position. This is true of memory foam mattresses, memory foam toppers, pillows, bolsters, or any other product. While the material’s temperature sensitivity certainly ... (Read More)
Beat Back Discomfort with Foam Pillows and Back Bolsters
Back pain is a common ailment that typically stems from the postures and activities that take place in our everyday lives. Many people work while sitting at a desk, and there are plenty of ways that sitting with poor posture over a span of eight hours a day or more can become the norm for people. If this sounds like the source of your back discomfort, foam back bolsters and pillows can help ease your pain. Standing or constantly ... (Read More)
Foam Density Range: Understanding and Applying Values
With foam, the ability to make the right purchase decision is greatly based on your ability to compare one product to another. A foam material’s density is one of the best ways to do this, but knowing a single product’s density while not knowing how that value measures up to other foam types is like being given a boat in the middle of the desert. Sure, now you have a boat, but how are you supposed to use it? ... (Read More)
Foundations Impact the Comfort and Longevity of Your Foam Mattress
So you’ve got yourself a delightfully comfortable foam mattress that’s making your dreams as sweet as it is soft. But after just a few months, there’s something that’s not quite right, and it seems like the honeymoon is over. What’s limiting the comfort level of your amazing foam mattress? Why is your foam mattress already losing its magic? The answer is: it’s the foundation. Foundations that aren’t a good fit for your mattress can cause a variety of issues ... (Read More)
Buy Foam Confidently by Knowing the Differences in Quality
As you prepare to purchase your next comfort product or start a new DIY project, there’s a good chance you’ll have to decide what type of foam you will want to use. To the average person, there isn’t much difference between conventional foam materials. After all, three foam cubes can be placed side-by-side with the same dimensions, appearance, feel, and firmness. But even with those similarities, these blocks can each have three distinctly different levels of quality. Foam suppliers ... (Read More)
Tailor Your Pillow to Your Individual Sleep Preferences
Practically everyone has had nights when no matter how tired they were or how badly they wanted to, they could not fall asleep. Other times, we get to sleep just fine but wake up stiff and uncomfortable. Given the importance of restful sleep, both of these situations directly detract from our ability to lead enjoyable, successful lives. As we try to pinpoint the reasons we can’t sleep or wake up achey, we go through hundreds of possibilities. One potential ... (Read More)
