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Q) What is the difference between Memory foam and ordinary foam?
A) Memory foam is heat sensitive. It feels firm when it is cold and soft when it is warm. Polyurethane foam does not have the ability to respond to temperature. It feels the same in a warm or cold environment. Memory foam also has pressure-relieving properties. If you push your hand into its surface it will leave an impression for several seconds after you remove your hand. This ability to remember gives rise to the name "Memory foam". Ordinary (Polyurethane) foam regains its original shape immediately after your hand has been removed, it has no memory at all. Because of its unique formulation memory foam has the ability to absorb downward forces as well as creating very little upward pressure. This is best demonstrated by observing the different result obtained when a heavy item like a large ball bearing is dropped on to the surface of both memory foam and polyurethane foam. Polyurethane foam creates a high degree of upward force, when the ball bearing is dropped onto its surface it bounces high into the air. Drop the same ball bearing onto the surface of memory foam and it lands with a dull thud. There is hardly any bounce back at all. This is because the memory foam has absorbed virtually all of the downward force created by the ball bearing. The top surface of the memory foam provides very little upward pressure so the ball bearing has no energy to bounce up into the air. This demonstration shows clearly the pressure relieving properties.
Ordinary (Polyurethane) foam regains its original shape immediately after your hand has been removed, it has no memory at all. Because of its unique formulation memory foam has the ability to absorb downward forces as well as creating very little upward pressure. This is best demonstrated by observing the different result obtained when a heavy item like a large ball bearing is dropped on to the surface of both memory foam and polyurethane foam. Polyurethane foam creates a high degree of upward force, when the ball bearing is dropped onto its surface it bounces high into the air. Drop the same ball bearing onto the surface of memory foam and it lands with a dull thud. There is hardly any bounce back at all. This is because the memory foam has absorbed virtually all of the downward force created by the ball bearing. The top surface of the memory foam provides very little upward pressure so the ball bearing has no energy to bounce up into the air. This demonstration shows clearly the pressure relieving properties.
Q)Why is Memory foam so special and how will it benefit me?
A)Memory foam is a unique material that has the ability to react to heat. It also has amazing pressure relieving properties. Originally developed in conjunction with the NASA space program to protect astronauts from the harmful effects of G-forces. It wasn't long before Medical science recognised memory foams potential for relieving the pressures created by the human body in its relaxed state. It is now used in hospitals throughout the world.
By sleeping on a memory foam surface you are giving yourself the best possible chance of a good nights sleep. The memory foam will react to your unique body shape and temperature, cradling your body and providing support where you most need it. Very little upward force means you don't need to toss and turn as much during the night to get comfortable. Less pressure on your body means improved circulation, reduced pressure points and a relaxing night's sleep. Memory foam can reduce your need to turn during the night by up to a massive 80%.
Q)How does "Intellifoam" memory foam compare with "Tempur" Memory foam?
A)Our higher density memory foams of 5Lb and over are nearest equivalent in feel. "Tempur" memory foam tends to be more sensitive to extremes in temperature, it feels firmer when cold. However because of its heat sensitivity it soon becomes soft when it comes into contact with the human body. The feel of a Memory foam overlay will be affected by the support of the mattress underneath.
Q)Is memory foam hygienic to sleep on?
A) Memory foam is sanitized this means that it is anti-microbial and dust-mite preventative. This makes memory foam ideal for people with allergies, Will sleeping on memory foam make me sweat during the night? Memory foam will not make you sweat although it does have the ability to retain your body heat more efficiently than an ordinary mattress. You may find that particularly in the summer months you will need to reduce the thickness of your bed covers accordingly. As with all mattresses it is beneficial to turn your covers back for at least half an hour in the morning to air your bed. Try to keep your bedroom well ventilated and not too warm. This will help to provide the ideal sleeping environment for a good night's sleep.
Q)Does the memory foam supplied by "Intellifoam" meet British Fire Regulations?
A) All the memory foam that "Intellifoam" supplies conforms fully to the Furniture an Furnishings Fire Safety Regulations as well as the stringent requirements of Schedule 1, Part 1: The Furniture and Furnishings (Fire)(Safety) Regulation 1988 (amended 1989, 1993).
Q) Will my memory foam mattress be the same as a "Tempur" mattress?
A) "Tempur" mattresses consist of a layer of memory foam laminated to a base foam for support, encased in a stretch velour cover. Our memory foam mattresses are constructed in the same way.
Q) Will a Memory foam mattress cure my back problem?
A) If you suffer from back trouble or circulation problems then a memory foam mattress will certainly be a great help. By giving your body the support it needs during the night you should wake feeling refreshed. By reducing the need to turn during the night by up to 80% your back will have time to relax. This time may help significantly to reduce back pain during the day. Lower back pain caused by a soft mattress could gradually ease and eventually disappear. Chronic short-term back trouble caused by muscle strain can make turning over during the night agony. Memory foam mattresses have given back sufferers welcome relief.