What Makes The Best Mattress?

As you have probably realized, you have quite a few options when you are looking to upgrade your sleep with the best cloud mattress.

The real question is, what makes the best mattress…. the best?

We are going to break things down for you and explain what to look out for when buying a new mattress, and show you why some beds are better than others.

A Short History Of Mattress Manufacturing

We promise it’s more interesting than you think! The mattress industry has experienced many triumphs over the years. As a result, you are now spoilt for choice when it comes to sleeping on the best mattress.

The invention of the innerspring

Fast-forward passed the days when mattresses were filled with wool and hay to 1871 when German sleep enthusiast, Heinrich Westphal, invented the first modern mattress with an innerspring. 

After so many years of people sleeping on hard unreliable surfaces, for the first time, sleepers felt a bounce and support in their bed. Following the introduction of the innerspring other inventors got to work on a pursuit to create the most comfortable mattress. 

The invention of latex

The innerspring finally got some competition in the 1920’s with the invention of the latex mattress. The birth of latex foam involved some latex, a cake mixer, and sheer determination by British Dunlop Scientist E.A Murphy. He was the first to discover that mixing latex made it porous, turning it into a foam-like material.

The invention of memory foam

It’s the moment we’ve been waiting for. Our mattress material of choice is memory foam, and when NASA engineer Charles Yost first developed the foam in 1966, people got really excited. Memory foam was initially developed so that astronauts' changing body conditions in varying environments could be consistently supported.

Memory foam is also referred to as ‘viscoelastic foam’ and has this amazing ability to provide a soft yet firm feel, which makes it the best material to provide support and pressure point relief.

Who Wins Between Innerspring, Latex, and Memory Foam?

Let’s find out. When comparing mattresses, many people wonder if memory foam is better than spring. Another common comparison is between latex and memory foam. 

What do sleepers prefer?

Memory foam: people who sleep on memory foam like to stay cool in all seasons, feel targeted contouring and support, and like to isolate motion. 

Latex: people who sleep on latex like a bouncier feeling, and enjoy resting on a dense base.  

Spring: people who sleep on springs tend to enjoy a bouncy feeling with a firmness that creates the sensation of sleeping ‘on top’ of the mattress rather than being contoured.

Why Memory Foam Is The Best Mattress

For many years, memory foam has been considered the best mattress for deep and rejuvenating rest. When we designed the Puffy, we selected premium memory foam after years of comfort testing. Time and time again, when compared to other materials, memory foam excelled in all the areas that make for the perfect sleep.

The benefits of memory foam are quite remarkable. The material has a surprising ability to support the body throughout the night, allowing sleepers to wake up with a rested body.

If you take a peek at our mattress reviews, you’ll discover thousands of sleepers who choose Puffy as the best memory foam mattress for back pain. You can also read a detailed review of Puffy mattress here.

In addition to being irresistibly comfortable, there are other equally important reasons why memory foam is considered the best.  

Enhanced Support 

If you are wondering how to sleep better, get yourself a bed that supports your muscles and joints even as you move around. That is exactly what a memory foam mattress will do.

The viscoelastic properties of memory foam help the bed absorb movement, rather than create bounce like spring and latex. This contouring effect is designed to ease pressure away from sore muscles and joints, creating enhanced comfort and relaxation.

No Bounce

Bouncing can be fun, just not in the bed. A huge benefit of memory foam is that it doesn’t have that annoying bouncing feeling of spring, latex, and waterbeds. If it’s a Puffy you are laying on, not only will you not bounce, but you’ll feel the heavenly feeling of sleeping on a cloud.

Advanced Motion Isolation

Motion isolation is something you should get excited about when mattress shopping, especially if you sleep with a partner. Imagine not feeling anything when your partner moves around in bed. If it’s uninterrupted sleep you're looking for, memory foam is for you.

The best rated mattress for motion isolation is a great investment if you sleep with an early riser or a partner who comes to bed much later.

Cooling

A cooling mattress is a must-have for modern-day sleepers. Once you have experienced the cooling comfort of a Puffy, your old, hot, heat-trapping mattress will be a bad dream of the past.

The porous nature of premium memory foam enables advanced air circulation, making it highly breathable with the ability to regulate the temperature throughout the seasons. Finally, you can sleep cool in the summer and warm in the colder months.

Durability

Unlike spring mattresses that struggle to stay comfortable for more than 8 years, a quality memory foam mattress can last for over 10 years. Because spring mattresses are built with coils, wear and tear can create discomfort and unevenness throughout the mattress. Generally, spring mattresses are flipped to distribute the wear and tear. Memory foam doesn’t require flipping, ever!

Buying a new mattress is a significant investment, so longevity and peace of mind are paramount. We get it. You want your mattress to stand the test of time. That’s why we give you a 101-night sleep trial, and a lifetime mattress warranty free with every purchase.

Compatibility

What type of sleeper are you? A side sleeper, stomach sleeper, back sleeper, or a little bit of each? An added benefit of memory foam is that it’s a mattress that doesn’t judge the way you sleep. Memory foam conforms to the body, so you’ll find the same comfort in every direction.

It’s the open cell technology in premium memory foam that makes it so great for all types of sleepers. Open cells in the material allow for greater flexibility, reducing density for the perfect balance of firmness.

Convenience

The fact that memory foam can be vacuum sealed, neatly packaged in a box, and delivered free to your door makes it the most convenient and comfortable option for sleep lovers. If buying a mattress online is new to you, and a bed in a box is confusing, don’t worry. We’re here for you.

Our beds are compressed to order, so when it arrives on your doorstep, it will only take a few minutes for you to unbox your new bed and watch it puff into shape. When you buy online, you won’t have to hide from a pushy salesman, and you’ll never wonder what the markup is. Get the same great price (or better), every single time.

What Are The Mattress Dimensions Of Memory Foam?

Our memory foam mattresses come in all sizes, so you can get one to fit into any room in the house.

When it’s time to upgrade, the first and most important decision to make is the type of mattress you are looking for. By now, you have enough information to make the right choice on style, comfort, and durability. Next, you’ll need to decide on the size. Understanding mattress dimensions will ensure you find the perfect fit for the space in your bedroom.

Master bedrooms usually suit a king size mattress. While guest rooms generally only have space for a queen size mattress or a full size mattress. We make selecting your next mattress size impossibly easy with our mattress size chart.

When compressed and packaged for free delivery to your door, the Puffy box measures "19" x 19 x 42".

The Final Layer

There isn’t a lot that compares to the excitement of laying on a brand new mattress. You're ready! Start comparing Puffy mattresses options to find the perfect fit for your style and budget. At Puffy, we’ve designed a mattress for everyone.

• Puffy Mattress - perfect for simple sleepers who appreciate comfort and cooling.
• Puffy Lux - provides additional back and neck support with enhanced cooling. 
• Puffy Royal - delivers targeted support with SMT technology and a gel cooling layer for advanced temperature regulation. 

Better sleep can transform your life, so take some time out to find the mattress of your dreams. If you’re unsure, take advantage of our 101-Night Sleep Trial.

Discover What Makes The Best Mattress [Infographic]

When you are searching far and wide for the best mattress, there are a few key features you should compare to guarantee your comfort. This infographic will help you compare the benefits of different types of mattresses and learn why memory foam is considered the best!

You can learn about the history of beds, compare spring, latex, and memory foam mattresses, and see a breakdown of every mattress dimension so you can find the perfect fit.

 

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