Memory Foam Mattresses

Are you looking for the ultimate in support and comfort? A memory foam mattress is the perfect choice, and we've answered all the most important questions about these innovative mattresses.

A memory foam mattress is made from high-density foam that moulds to the contours of your body as you sleep, giving you custom support and high levels of comfort. They're the perfect choice for any bedroom, no matter the sleeper's age or health conditions.

Originally developed by NASA to cushion pilots during flights, memory foam is made from viscoelastic polyurethane foam, which uses your body heat to warm the foam. Once warm, the foam moulds to your body. Once you get up, it returns to its original shape! This means every sleep is full of custom support to relieve the pressure on your joints, which can help alleviate any aches and pains you might have.

These fantastic mattresses offer plenty of fantastic benefits, such as:

• Movement isolation – as memory foam moulds to your body, it reduces the excess movement you might experience as you sleep, which is ideal if you fidget or sleep next to someone else.
• Pressure relief - memory foam's contouring effect ensures that key pressure points in your body, such as your joints and shoulders, are cocooned to reduce the risk of injuries.
• Spinal alignment - by moulding to your body shape, a foam mattress ensures proper spinal alignment, improving your posture and minimising aches and pains.
• Customisable comfort – every time you sleep on a foam mattress, you'll enjoy personalised comfort no matter your position!

Find out more about these innovative mattresses in our memory foam mattress buying guide!

Some of the things to consider when exploring our range of memory mattresses include:

• Firmness level - memory foam mattresses come in all firmness levels, so it's essential to find out which firmness best suits your sleeping position and needs. Explore our mattress guides to find the best mattresses for all kinds of sleepers, from heavier people to side sleepers.
• Foam density – a unique feature of memory foam mattresses is that they can have different densities. A heavy foam density means more foam per cubic foot than a light foam density, meaning it is heavier, more durable and provides more support. On the other hand, a lower density will return to its original shape faster!
• Layers - while some mattresses are only made from memory foam, many are hybrid mattresses that feature a layer of memory foam and often have other layers, such as springs or other types of foam.
• Cooling features - some of our memory foam mattresses, like gel foam, have special cooling features to help you stay cool at night.

Our memory foam mattresses are available to buy in the following popular sizes:

• Small single memory foam mattresses
• Single memory foam mattresses
• Small double memory foam mattresses
• Double memory foam mattresses
• King size memory foam mattresses
• Super king size memory foam mattresses

If you're unsure which size is best for you, our helpful mattress size guide provides more information about each size and the type of sleeper they will suit most.

Yes, memory foam mattresses with spring structures are available to buy. These are often called hybrid mattresses, as they combine a layer of comfortable memory foam with a spring structure in the centre for the ultimate support. The two types of spring most commonly found in hybrid foam mattresses are:

• Pocket springs - individual springs wrapped in a 'pocket' of fabric that allows for independent movement and high support.
• Open coil spring – a structure of interlinked springs that evenly distributes a sleeper's weight across the surface.

When choosing a children's mattress, it's essential to do plenty of research about what the best type of mattress to use is. Your child will grow as they sleep, so they need the proper support and comfort for their growing bodies!

While memory foam mattresses are fantastic for teenagers and adults, we wouldn't recommend them for children or toddlers. This is because they're designed to contour to their body, meaning a toddler may struggle to roll over in the middle of the night if they use one.

In addition, there is the potential risk for a child or toddler to overheat while using a memory foam mattress. While breathable memory foam mattresses are available, we advise against using one for a child or toddler as they are not as capable of regulating their body heat as adults are!

If you need more time, we have helpful advice on choosing the right bed for your child in our kids' beds FAQs.

A memory foam mattress is an excellent choice for anyone with back pain. As a foam mattress contours to your body, it helps to promote correct spinal alignment and relieve any pressure on your joints, reducing the risk of experiencing any unfortunate aches and pains.

When choosing a foam mattress for back pain, choosing the correct firmness level is essential. We recommend choosing a firm or medium-firm mattress for the perfect level of support and comfort. Not sure if memory foam is the right choice for you? We have a guide on the best types of mattresses for back pain, and our range of back pain mattresses will help make your decision easier.

A memory foam mattress can last anywhere from six to ten years, or even longer, depending on how well you take care of it. If your mattress experiences heavy use and isn't rotated as recommended, it will likely need replacing sooner than this time frame. They can last a while if you're careful with them, or they don't get much use!

Things to look out for when deciding whether to replace it include:

• Is it not returning to its original shape in the morning?
• It's starting to sag
• It's developing an unpleasant odour
• It's starting to feel very hot when sleeping
• You begin to experience aches and pains in the morning

Find out our best tips on how to clean a mattress to help it last longer in our mattress cleaning guide.

If your foam mattress doesn't have any cooling features, and you're looking for ways to keep it cool in warm weather, then you could try:

• Cooling mattress topper – investing in a cooling mattress topper is an affordable way to keep your foam mattress feeling cool. Not only will it enhance your comfort levels and offer protection for your mattress, but it will also make sleeping cooler than ever.
• Breathable bedding - invest in naturally breathable bedding, such as wool or cotton. Not only do these materials improve breathability, but many of them also have temperature-regulating properties or will wick away moisture!
• Improve air circulation - add a fan or open your windows at night to help circulate the air around your room. Not only will this help cool the room by moving hot air away, but it will also mean you'll enjoy plenty of fresh air.

Check out our blog on how to keep cool at night during the summer for more fantastic tips!

Buying a foam mattress from Happy Beds means you'll not only get great sleep but also enjoy:

• Affordable finance – we have multiple ways to pay for your order, whether you want to pay in one or spread the cost with our 0% interest finance options.
• Manufacturer's guarantee – every mattress we sell here on Happy Beds comes with a 5-year guarantee, giving you peace of mind for many years.
• Customer service – our knowledgeable customer service team is on hand and ready to answer your questions via email, phone or live chat!
• Rated Excellent – trust that your new mattress is high-quality, and you'll get mexcellent service, as we have over 15,000 reviews from previous customers on Trustpilot!
• Fast delivery – we have plenty of mattresses in stock and ready to be delivered whenever suits you, with standard and premium delivery services available.