Sleep is a very serious problem. We spend half of our lives sleeping, so finding the perfect mattress should be a priority. A mattress is not only important for a perfect sleep, but also for those who suffer from pain. A bad mattress can hurt you – literally.

Two of the most popular types of mattresses today are memory foam and latex foam. Many people find it difficult to choose between these two types of foam to make the best mattress choice for them. This article will give you a breakdown of the differences between the foam types so that you can make an informed and safe decision about your purchase.

Memory foam

Memory foam is popular because it is supportive and comfortable and is known to help those who have difficulty getting a restful night’s sleep. It is usually made from viscoelastic foams that adapt to your body. The denser the foam, the firmer the mattress. However, a dense mattress also means that it lasts longer, and some of the problems associated with low density memory foam are that it tends to ‘stop working’ sooner and may cost you more money in the long run. Density also plays a role in relation to your body weight. So when choosing a mattress, make sure that it can withstand your weight!

It is very comfortable to sleep on – more so than on latex. However, most mattresses are made with aggressive chemicals that are not good for the environment or your health. Therefore, when you buy a mattress for the first time, it must be ventilated to eliminate the chemical smell. There are some environmentally friendly memory foam mattresses on the market that do not use the traditional petroleum-based chemicals and instead opt for plant-based chemicals.

One of the biggest disadvantages of memory foam is that it can cause overheating in some people. As the owner of one of these mattresses, I have not had any such overheating problems, nor has my partner, but some people find that they get quite hot and sweat. Some brands have tried to overcome this with airflow technology, but if you look at the customer reviews, it suggests that they have not done so completely.

Latex Foam

Latex foam mattresses are available in 100% latex, synthetic latex or a mixture. Most companies refrain from using 100% natural latex as this is the most expensive but also the most durable mattress on the market.

Latex foam is more natural than memory foam. It is much more breathable – something memory foam can hardly be, and therefore it can cause overheating. Latex foam usually has pincore cells that make it more breathable and adapt the foam to your body.

Because latex foam is made from vulcanized sap from rubber trees, latex is the better choice for foam from a health and environmental point of view.

Latex foam has a higher elasticity than shape memory foam. When you sit on a mattress made of shape memory foam, it feels firmer and more rigid than a mattress made of latex. In comparison, the latex foam will feel resilient.

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