Memory Foam Mattress Topper

A memory foam mattress topper is more economical than a complete memory foam mattress but that does not mean it is suitable to use on any mattress. The top of a memory foam topper conforms to your body shape and the base of it will conform to your existing mattress.

This means that if your current mattress is firm, it should make a good base for memory foam mattress topper. If your current mattress is saggy or uneven, the memory foam mattress topper will unfortunately mold into it and you will have the same problem.

If your current mattress is too soft or uneven, you are going to have to think about replacing the whole thing, rather than expecting a memory foam mattress topper to solve your problem. If your current bed is too firm, a memory foam mattress topper can be used for extra softness and comfort.

Types of Memory Foam Mattress Topper

You can get a 2, 3 and 4 inch memory foam mattress topper. A 2 inch memory foam topper is fine to soften up a hard mattress, a 3 inch topper is ideal for most people and a 4 inch pad is a good idea if you are very overweight and in need of the extra support.

Mattress toppers also come in different densities, with 2 pounds being the cheapest and least dense and 8 pounds being the most expensive and the densest. A 5 pound density will give adequate support and last for a long time.

The firmness of the foam topper is measured in ILD. 8 ILD is very soft and 20 ILD is very hard. Most people prefer the ILD to be between 12 and 14.

Buying the Best Mattress Toppers and Pads

When shopping for a memory foam mattress pad, it is important to make sure the mattress topper is the same size as your mattress. Some manufacturers make them shorter and narrower than your mattress and this is a bad idea because mattress pads can shift around during the night and a short one can leave your feet dangling off the end which is uncomfortable and annoying.

American made memory foam mattress pads tend to be superior to some of the Asian mattress pads. This is because a lot of the cheaper Asian ones contain fillers, like clay, to make the memory foam stretch further. This makes it lower quality and less durable.

If you are going to invest in a memory foam mattress or a memory foam mattress topper, it makes sense to invest in a high quality product. Choose a memory foam mattress pad that comes with at least a five year warranty.

If the mattress you have is just a little too firm, a mattress topper can make all the difference and you can get a memory foam mattress pad for a fraction of the price of a memory foam mattress, so this option is definitely worth considering if you want to upgrade your bed.

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