Memory foam mattress topper

Mattress covers with memory effect appeared relatively recently on the market. It is important to understand their features, sizes, and also find out what to look for when buying.

Mattress covers are divided into protective, corrective (orthopedic), special. Products with memory effect are orthopedic.

They are used to solve various problems.

• Leveling and updating the berth.

• Decrease or increase in the firmness of the mattress. It is provided by the density of the foam (from 30 to 90 kg per 1 m3). At maximum density, the product is tough, the service life is long.

• Smoothing the seams of the sofa, between two mattresses on a double bed.

It is 100% synthetic based on polyurethane foam and hydrocarbon. The structure is cellular-porous. Provides softness and elasticity, no back pressure, feeling of being on a cloud, floating.

The mattress topper with memory effect takes the shape of a sleeping person, completely restores its shape after removing the load. It is useful for relieving stress from the spine and joints during sleep for healthy people, with diseases of the musculoskeletal system, the elderly, and pregnant women. It has a small thickness (2-10 cm). These are sometimes referred to as toppers. The recommended foam thickness in the product is from 6 cm. The thicker it is, the more pronounced the memory effect.

Mattress toppers with Memory Foam (memoriform) do not cause allergies, absorb moisture, are elastic. They unload the spine, enveloping the protruding parts of the human body.

The disadvantages include the inability to use for children under 18 years old.At this age, you need to sleep on a hard surface, as the skeleton is being formed.

There are several flavors of Memory Foam.

• Thermoelastic foam. It changes shape under the influence of heat, it takes some time. It is used in budget products.

• Viscoelastic foam. Adjusts to any pressure in seconds. The temperature of the object is not important. Products with such a filler have a high price.

The methods of attachment to the mattress can be different.

• Elastic bands. They are located at the corners of the product or around the entire perimeter.

• Zipper, Velcro, buttons.

• Straps. They can be adjusted if the size of the mattress topper and the mattress does not match.

• Buttons. Very convenient, there is a possibility of quick replacement.

The size of the mattress topper is selected according to the parameters of the mattress.

Standards:

• for a baby bed - 60x120 cm;

• if the bed is single - with a width of 80-120 cm there will be a length of 200 cm;

• on one and a half beds - size 140x200, 160x200 cm;

• for a double bed - 180x200, 180x230, 200x230 cm.

When choosing a shape memory mattress topper, you need to follow a few steps.

• Read the manufacturer's label. It should indicate the type of foam, the presence of impregnated organic layers, the recommendations of orthopedic doctors.

• Think about what kind of rigidity you need.

• In the store, lie down for a while on the product, evaluate the convenience, rigidity. Clothing should be thin when tested. Evaluate several models from different manufacturers, since with the same declared stiffness, the sensations may be different.

• Take into account the temperature of the room, as the mattress topper heats up additionally. In this case, you can use it in the cold season, or turn on the air conditioner for cooling in the summer.

• Clarify the possibility of testing at home within 3 days.

The cover material must be made of natural fabric. The best option is jacquard. Reversible models are sewn from different fabrics: one side for summer, the other for winter.

Before use, you should carefully read the rules of operation indicated on the label.

• The cover needs to be washed regularly.

• The mattress topper itself must not be washed. It is undesirable to use dry cleaning, detergents. They destroy the structure of the filler, the memory effect is lost.

• The most gentle cleaning is possible with a vacuum cleaner and a soft brush.

• Stains from the mattress topper are removed fresh, the surface must not be rubbed.

• If water gets on the product, dry it quickly. Do not wring out the material, dry it in the sun, near the radiator.

• It is useful to air the product once a month.

Proper care will ensure long-term use.