Memory Foam Mattresses: Fact or Fiction?

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Memory foam mattresses are often advertised as providing exceptional sleep quality, yet personal experiences seem limited among users. One participant mentions the high cost, with a queen size priced around $1,400, and shares their positive experience with a Tempur-Pedic pillow. Another contributor notes that a friend with a high-end memory foam mattress appreciates its body contouring and support, particularly for back pain, although concerns about heat retention are raised. One user, who is pregnant, expresses interest in acquiring multiple pillows for better sleep. Another participant suggests considering latex mattresses instead, appreciating the diverse opinions found in forums compared to commercial promotions. Overall, while there are positive testimonials, skepticism about the widespread use and effectiveness of memory foam mattresses persists.
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Memory Foam Mattress??

Commercials claim of the spectacular results seen by sleeping on a memory foam mattress, but I’ve yet to meet someone in person who actually owns one. By the advertisement, you would think everyone and his brother is now sleeping on one. Does anyone own one, and if so what do you think of it? Or is this just another hyped up sales gimmick?
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They are VERY expensive. I sent off for the info packet and received a sample of the foam. A queen size is like $1400.
 
I have a Tempur Pedic pillow and I can't sleep without it!
 
philipc said:
Commercials claim of the spectacular results seen by sleeping on a memory foam mattress, but I’ve yet to meet someone in person who actually owns one. By the advertisement, you would think everyone and his brother is now sleeping on one. Does anyone own one, and if so what do you think of it? Or is this just another hyped up sales gimmick?
Philip
I know someone that has a top of the line one and likes it.
 
Greg Bernhardt said:
I have a Tempur Pedic pillow and I can't sleep without it!

Give me about 4 of those right now (being nearly 9 months pregnant), and I might finally get a good night's sleep!
 
My brother has one (bad back) and he thinks it is great. He got it with an adjustable queen-size bed (not a krapp-matic). It contours itself to the body and gives good support I've tried it for a few minutes and it feels great. I don't know about heat trapping, however. I'll have to ask him next time I see him.

KM
 
Thanks guys for all yall's replies. I also asked another group and one guy gave me this link,
http://www.whatsthebest-mattress.com/
Bunch of good reading here, now think I may go with latex instead. Got to love forums, opinions from the ones who is NOT selling the product.
Philip
 

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