Transforming your bed into a welcoming, comfortable place

A comfortable home includes a comfortable bed, and the mattress you choose will make all the difference. If you toss and turn or remain tired soon after waking up, something is wrong and changes need to be made. Quality sleep will result in loads of benefits for health and overall wellbeing for yourself and your family, and the sheets and doona you use will only take you so far into soothing slumberland.

The missing piece of the sleep puzzle may be the mattress you are using. If you haven’t tried memory foam yet, tonight’s the night to make a change for the better to enjoy the comfortable sleep you deserve.

What is a memory foam mattress?

Memory foam is a revolution in bedroom furniture, yet most people still don’t understand the advantages of this material that is often used as a mattress topper or mattress layer. Memory foam has been around for about 50 years, and was first used by NASA astronauts for comfort and safety during launch.

These days, gel memory foam is used in mattresses, pillows, seat cushions, and even shoes. Memory foam is a viscoelastic foam that provides elastic properties and will recover its shape during and after use. A memory foam mattress softens when you lie on it, then returns to its original shape when you get up. In other words, a memory foam mattress cradles your body in soothing comfort while you sleep. Here are 8 benefits of memory foam worth knowing about.

1. Body hugging comfort: This highly resilient and temperature sensitive material reacts to your body heat and weight, molding to your shape.
2. Ideal in all sleeping positions: The resilient nature of the material accommodates all sleeping positions by evenly distributing your body weight in perfect alignment.
3. Optimum motion absorption: Memory foam absorbs energy, minimising the effects of movement when your partner rolls over or flops around while sleeping.
4. Alleviates back and neck pain: Visco elastic foam encourages spinal alignment and lets you sleep in a supportive position, ultimately helping to reduce back and neck pain.
5. Hypo-allergenic benefits: If you suffer from allergies it’s worth considering memory foam that repels mold and mildew, while also being resistant to mites and pet dander.
6. Pressure relief: A mattress that is too firm can lead to pain in the back, shoulders, hips, knees and other pressure points - memory foam uniformly disperses body weight.
7. Customised support: Amart memory foam mattress toppers promote better airflow for customised support while you sleep.
8. No sagging or sinking: This high-grade adaptive material with open cell airflow design ensures you don’t sag or sink into a hollow while sleeping.

Which is the best memory foam mattress topper?

Memory foam is available in three primary varieties: traditional, open cell, and gel-infused. Here is a quick overview to help you choose the best memory foam mattress topper for your bed.

Traditional - the original memory foam designed for providing a good sleeping experience. The drawback is that this type isn’t breathable.

Open Cell - a type of memory foam with an internal structure of open cell formation that facilitates movement of air and heat dispersal within the mattress.

Gel-Infused - memory foam that is pumped full of phase-changing gel that helps regulate your sleeping temperature by absorbing and releasing heat.

Amart Furniture stocks an extensive range of memory foam mattress products to suit every type of sleeper. Here are just a few examples from our great collection.

Gel Comfort (Single bed, Queen bed, King bed)

• Zoned gel memory foam topper for extra cooling and conforming
• Textured zones designed to alleviate and relax pressure points
• CertiPUR-US certified for durability, performance and content
• Compressed, rolled and shipped to your door with a 2 year guarantee

Gel Comfort Deluxe

• Reduces pressure points at the head, shoulders, hips, knees and ankles
• Reduces partner disturbance for a better night’s sleep
• Is eco-friendly - CertiPUR-US certified for quality, durability and sustainability
• Wrapped in a poly jacquard cover and designed to fit under your fitted sheet
• Compressed, rolled and shipped to your door with a 2 year guarantee

Comfort Infusions Deluxe

• Infused with lavender to create a naturally calming and relaxing atmosphere
• Deep memory foam designed to alleviate pressure points all over
• Eco-Friendly - CertiPUR-US certified for quality, durability and sustainability
• Wrapped in a poly jacquard cover designed to fit under your sheet
• Compressed, rolled and shipped to your door with a 2 year guarantee

While here, take time to check out our great memory foam pillow range, including the Orthokinetic Bamboo Infused Premium Contour Memory Foam Pillow.

Are memory foam mattresses good for your back?

A great feature of Amart memory foam mattress toppers is their ability to relieve back pain and pain in pressure points. If you suffer from arthritis or joint pain, a memory foam mattress may help by cushioning and reducing any impacts while you sleep. Older beds with springs that wear out can become uneven and uncomfortable over time. The springs can become uncomfortable pressure points. Memory foam eliminates this problem.

How do you clean memory foam mattresses?

Caring for and cleaning your memory foam mattress is simple. Here are the easy steps to follow.

• Firstly, make sure the mattress provides adequate support for your memory foam topper.
• You can vacuum the surface of your mattress when you change the sheets.
• Rotate your mattress and topper twice per year.
• Bathe your mattress and topper in direct sunlight periodically.
• Never use harsh chemicals to clean the mattress. Use mild cleaning agents to spot clean.
• Consider using a waterproof mattress protector.
• Always follow the manufacturer’s mattress cleaning instructions.

How do you choose a memory foam mattress and pillow?

Always choose quality products. Amart Furniture partners with well-known bed and mattress brands such as Sealy, Posturepedic, Orthokinetic and mattress in a box to ensure your product meets highest standards and is made to last for years of comfortable, relaxing sleep. A gel infused memory foam mattress topper is a great addition to your bedroom.

Our great range includes single memory foam mattress, double memory foam mattress, Queen memory foam mattress, and King memory foam mattress options to suit your bed and bed base. You can also choose 5cm, 8cm, or 10cm memory foam mattress toppers that deliver exactly the right amount of comfort and support for your needs. Add the finishing touch with quality bedding and manchester, and shop online or in-store at Amart Furniture to enjoy a better night’s sleep.