Memory Foam Mattress Complaints

There are several common complaints about memory foam mattresses. One of the most common and often substantiated complaints is about the temperature at which the bed makes one sleep. If you are a person who normally gets hot when sleeping at night on a regular mattress, a memory foam mattress is not for you. Even with some of the breathable toppers that mattress companies are now supplying, the foam conforms and wraps itself around your body and does not allow heat to escape. If you are of a body type that emits a lot of heat at night, you will be hot.

Another common complaint is about the smell of the mattress. New memory foam mattresses do, in fact, emit odor. You can expect this over the last anywhere from 2 to 8 weeks, depending on how ventilated your room is. It is a good idea, when buying this type of mattress, to keep the room well-ventilated, opening the windows if possible, and at the very least putting a fan in the bedroom. You can also leave the blankets and covers off during the day, as this will help to dissipate the smell.

One minor complaint that people make about these mattresses is how difficult it is to turn over or get out of the bed. This is actually confirmed by many clients. However, the idea is that because the foam conforms to your body, you should not need to turn over as much in the middle of the night, and you actually get a better sleep. It just takes a little getting used to and there's nothing really you can do about it.

Overall, there are many benefits of a memory foam mattress. The ability to conform to your body and avoid painful pressure points is the biggest advantage. However it is always wise to know what the possible downside is when making a purchase decision. Especially one where the cost is so high, as is common with memory foam mattresses.