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Why Choose A Queen Size Memory Foam Mattress

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Memory foams are among the most modern materials used in mattress technology since beds were invented way back to some obscure times in the Neolithic period. The first mattresses were probably made of leaves, grasses or even straw and covered with animal skins. Since then materials used in the bed have changed over time and so has the sizes.

Generally, the most commonly used size is the Queen size memory foam mattress. The reason why people go for this particular category can been seen if we take a look at the standardized categories of mattresses sizes (size of the bed).

  • Grand King Size
  • Super King size
  • King size
  • California Queen Size
  • Olympic Queen Size
  • Queen size
  • Double/Full XL size
  • Double/Full size
  • Twin XL Size
  • Twin Size
  • Mini Single Size

Here, Queen size fall smack right into the middle of the classification. And for most people, it is a very practical size for their rooms.

Queen size memory foam mattresses are also reasonably priced for their weight and size. This is not true for most other sizes for example a mini single size may cost less but if you consider the price per unit weight or size, it generally will work out to be much higher than what you would pay for Queen size memory foam mattresses.

Queen size memory foam mattresses are manageable and can be move around without too much trouble that you would normally face with a King or Grand size mattress.

Queen size memory foam or for that matter memory foam mattresses in general offer much better benefits to the user in terms of:

  • Equivalent weight distribution
  • Unimpeded blood circulation
  • Relieving pressure points
  • Being hypo-allergenic
  • Being naturally antimicrobial
  • Hostile of dust mite invasion and much more.

A note of caution needs to be take when buying Queen size however because despite the queen size being a standardized size, there are small variations in its actual dimensions depending on the source where the Queen size memory foam mattress from. Listed here are some of the variations in dimensions for Queen sized bed/mattress:

North America and Australia –  60in x 80in (152cm x 203cm)

UK and Ireland -                          60in x 78in (152cm x 198cm)

Europe and Latin America –      63in x 79in (160cm x 200cm)

Therefore if you buy a queen size memory foam mattress, do check the actual dimensions to ensure a perfect fit.

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Memory Foam vs Latex Foam

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There is a lot of talk about memory foam – the discussions are in all the media from magazines to television.  Memory foam is now an integral part of many bedding products, but how does it compare with other types of bedding material?  Let’s have a look at the difference between memory foam and latex foam, specifically in mattresses.

Memory Foam

Memory foam mattresses are perhaps the more pliable of the two, as memory foam is temperature reactive, which means it becomes softer as you use it, as the temperature of your body warming up affects the foam, it becomes quite viscous in form, hence why it is often called visco-elastic foam. Just as it warms from your body temperature and softens, so memory foam becomes firmer when cold.

Quality is determined by density. And density is proportionate to the cost. The denser the memory foam,  the more it will cost and the longer it will last. If you buy cheap memory foam, your mattress will be full of air, and will break down in three to five years, perhaps sooner. If the memory foam mattress is too thin it will leave you lying on the high resilience foam base material, which will be uncomfortable.  The density affects the support too.  Too thick again, and it will be too soft. The ideal depth for a memory foam mattress should be between 3.5 inches to 6 inches thick.

Memory foam spreads your weight evenly over the surface your body is touching. This is what gives memory foam its comfortable label. It will reduce tossing around to get comfortable at night. On any other mattress pressure points build up around the shoulders and hips and circulation is cut off to these points. This sends a signal to the brain telling you to turn over. This turning is eliminated with memory foam mattresses.

Latex Foam

Latex is produced from the sap of the rubber tree and is a natural product harvested like a syrup, then processed.  These products produced from latex are varied and range from pillows and mattresses to tyres. Latex mattresses are quite firm, and have more ‘give’ than memory foam mattresses. Latex  is viewed as a healthier product because it is natural, biodegradeable, anti-microbial, and hypo-allergenic, and repels mold, fungus and dust mites.  It is an excellent choice for sufferers of allergies from dust and other microbes. Under normal circumstances, latex will last indefinitely. Check the label when buying a latex foam mattress as you get two types of latex; natural and processed.

The best way to see if your mattress if giving the correct support is to lie flat on the bed, then try sliding your hand under the small of your back. You must lie flat doing this. If you can get your hand in easily between the mattress and your back, then you need to replace your mattress.

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