Memory foam was developed by NASA for its astronauts in the 1970’s, but it was made famous in the consumer market in its use as topper pads.


Later on, in the 1990’s, the single memory foam mattress was developed and had become a household name today, occupying a significant niche in the mattress industry.

Sleeping on a memory foam mattress is considered good for people with back problems, arthritis, bone and joint problems as well as those suffering from sleeping disorders. Memory foam mattresses are available in a number of sizes such as single, double, queen, king, California queen, California king and super king sizes. There are double memory foam mattresses which have both a softer and harder side to meet the varying needs of sleeping partners.

There are certain points that you must bear in mind when you decide to purchase a memory foam mattress so that not only will you get a suitable mattress of your choice but get the best deal in town as well.

Selecting the right type of single memory foam mattress most suitable for you is really a very important decision. An ordinary person spends a good eight hours sleeping so it is imperative that you you’re your options and what to look for. The following tips will prove helpful when buying one:

  • Temperature sensitive. Not all mattresses available in the market are sensitive towards changes in temperature. It allows added comfort since it can regulate temperature, allowing it to cool off in warm nights and warm during cold nights. In a warmer environment, this type mattress absorbs the body heat and softens up. Similarly, in a cooler environment, it will get firmer.
  • Thickness. The thickness of the mattress is one of the important things to consider. The thickness of the memory foam refers to the total weight of the mattress, calculated in a cubic foot of memory foam. As an example, cut a piece of memory foam into a 13×13×13 cube then weigh it. The resulting weight is the thickness of the mattress.

While researching for the best deal on mattresses, you may have come across various theories relating to the recommended thickness of a memory foam mattress. Here’s the tip: always select a mattress with the thickness between 5.3 to 5.9 lb. A foam mattress with the thickness lower than 5.3 will not be able to provide proper support to your lower back, shoulders and hips; if the thickness is more than 5.9, it will be too thick to provide any proper support.

  • Sufficient Top Layer. Another important feature you need to consider when shopping for a single memory foam mattress is the quality of the top layer. Generally, it is best to choose a mattress with 3.5 inches of memory foam as its top layer. If the top layer is too thin, it will be like sleeping on polyurethane foam and you may just end up tossing and turning the whole night.

By keeping these three important points in mind when shopping, you can easily purchase the ideal single memory foam mattress. Don’t forget to test it out and see for yourself if the softness or firmness suits your needs.

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