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Memory Foam Prices Fall

Author: Frank Stevens
Friday, April 24, 2009@ 3:39 AM

Memory Foam Prices Fall

Memory foam has become a household name in the past few years. Memory foam mattresses and mattress toppers have changed the way people sleep and have been a huge success in the mattress industry.

Up until recently, however, memory foam mattresses were only sold by high-end mattress manufacturers and cost a small fortune. When they were first introduced to the market, memory foam mattresses could sell for up to ten times the price of a conventional mattress- definitely out of the price range of many consumers. Fortunately, that is changing.

Memory foam was first developed by NASA as a protective cushioning agent for their astronauts as G-forces were exerted on their bodies when lifting off. Memory foam is a viscous material that retains a “memory” of the shape of an object pressed against it. This eliminates pressure points that would naturally press against either a shuttle seat or a mattress. Unlike a traditional spring bed that doesn’t support curved areas of the body, a memory foam mattress cradles the body regardless of whether the sleeper is on her back, side or front. More support means a more comfortable and longer sleep.

Recently, the cost barrier to buying a quality memory foam mattress or mattress topper has been smashed by online mattress retailers like Padco Memory Foam (padcomemoryfoam.com). The variety of memory foam products made in the United States has blossomed. Now, practically everyone in the market for a new mattress can afford a memory foam mattress.

Along with an increase in variety in the memory foam mattress arena come cheap imitations. There are many foam mattresses on the market manufactured in foreign countries that do not possess the qualities of a true memory foam product, but they market them as if they are. To make certain that you are getting the best quality when you shop for a memory foam mattress, do some research on the online retailers. For example, Padco’s products are all made in the United States to US manufacturing laws and regulations. They provide a toll free number to call for questions or for guidance in choosing the right product. Padco also offers free shipping anywhere in the United States so you know that you are not being misled into paying too much for shipping and handling.

If you have been struggling to get to sleep at night or to stay asleep throughout the night, a memory foam mattress may be the answer. Not only does it support your body, it isolates it from the movements of your bedmate. If your spouse tends to toss and turn during the night, a memory foam mattress will help in two ways. It will likely reduce or eliminate your partner’s tossing and turning. And, if the tossing and turning continues, it will protect you from being awakened by the movement.

Memory foam has come a long way from the launch pad to your bedroom but it has improved the sleep of thousands of Americans. Taking the time to find high quality memory foam at a reasonable price will pay dividends in the future.