Here are some important facts to consider before you make your choice:

Never settle for a low-grade imported  memory foam product. While the price may be lower, the materials in these mattresses do not hold up over time, and they have likely  been stacked in a warehouse somewhere overseas for perhaps months, gathering dust, dirt and bacteria. The best manufacturers in the United States custom-make and deliver memory foam mattresses on a customer-by-customer basis.

Search for a mattress that has a top comfort layer of quality memory foam and also a base layer of sturdy high density foam.} Higher-end models have three layers. The high-density foam gives your mattress a combination of softness, support and durability, and the comfort layer provides the “cuddle-every-curve” feeling that provides the ultimate in relaxation.

Remember, not all memory foam is the same. Some retailers will try to sell you 2-4lb memory foam, telling you that higher density foam may overheat. The truth is just the opposite. Higher density memory foam has billions and billions of open ended cells, allowing air to flow freely which keeps you cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. Lower density memory foam is not as supportive and will break down over time. When shopping, never buy a memory foam mattress that has less than a 5lb density.

Choose a hypoallergenic mattress that is resistant to dust mites. Many people who think they have no allergies are actually very sensitive to the detritus that their mattresses accumulate over time. These sensitivities can seriously interfere with sleep even though the sleepers themselves don’t realize it. What they don’t realize is that once the potential allergens are gone, they sleep much more soundly.

Choose a mattress that is bacteria-resistant and comes with a washable zip-off cover to assure that your sleeping surface is refreshing and hygienic. A buildup of bacteria can result in odors that do not make for a pleasant sleeping surface.

While testing a new mattress at a local store may sound conveinent, it’s difficult to lay there, fully dressed staring at the ceiling while some salesman is watching your every move looking for a buying signal. If you’re like most people, you buy a new mattress every 4-7 years. The correct way to test a new mattress is in the comfort and privacy of your own bedroom. Most reputable retailers will allow you a comfort guarantee where you can return the mattress if you don’t like it.}

It takes most people several weeks to adjust to a new mattress, and the company you choose to make your mattress should understand that and offer you a “comfort guarantee” that allows you to sleep on the mattress for up to 90  days, and to return it if you are not satisfied.

There is no doubt that memory foam mattresses are hugely popular, and with good reason. Many purchasers report sleeping well for the first time in their lives. Follow the guidelines here, and you too will choose the correct memory foam mattress for you and begin to enjoy all of the advantages that this sleep system delivers.

1. Shock Absorbtion—The specific qualities of a memory foam mattress isolate movements and shock unlike spring mattress that spread the shock throughout the entire mattress. This allows a couple to sleep peacefully, even if one person tosses in his or her sleep at night. This makes memory foam mattress an excellent choice for couples looking to obtain a better quality of sleep.
2. Temperature Control—The unique properties of a memory foam mattress make it self-regulating when it comes to temperature. Instead of isolating body heat in ‘hot spots’ like a typical spring mattress does, a memory foam mattress spreads it out evenly staying an average of ten degrees cooler than typical spring mattresses. Studies have shown that a lower overall mattress temperature correlates to a better nights sleep.
3. Obviously one of the main reasons people pick memory foam mattresses over conventional spring mattresses is because of the superior support. With a spring mattress your body is supported at different points, creating pressure spots on the person sleeping. Memory foam mattresses avoid this by spreading the weight out evenly and contouring to the shape of your body. This gives the individual a feeling of weightlessness as the mattress cradles them in their sleep.
4. Allergies—Memory foam, unlike typical mattresses, is comprised of polyurethane foam that is hypoallergenic. This keeps dust mites—which feed off the organic cotton fibers—out of a memory foam mattress. Along with its smooth surface and ease of use to maintain and clean, memory foam mattresses provide a better alternative to those sensitive to allergens and dust.
5. Lifespan and Cost effectiveness—Typical spring mattresses have a short lifespan due to the logistics of how they work and the wear and tear on the springs. This leads to ‘holes’ or ‘dips’ in the mattress that can dramatically affect the effectiveness of the mattress. Foam mattresses operate on visco elasticity, which is able to withstand the wear and tear much more effectively than a spring mattress, saving you money in the long run.