Novaform Memory Foam Mattress

Why Some People Love the Novaform Mattress!

The Novaform memory foam mattress by Sleep Innovations is recognized both by consumers and the mattress industry as one of the most comfortable and affordable memory foam mattresses available on today's market.

It is considered a quality mattress within its price range and has a rather large consumer following because of that and the comfort it offers and delivers.

Sleep Innovations is recognized as one of the leading manufacturers of memory foam mattresses when it comes to quality. Consumers love the Novaform mattress because they can purchase it at a fraction of the cost of similar memory foam mattresses, but don't have to sacrifice comfort or support by making that choice.

There are many benefits of owning and sleeping on a memory foam mattress, although there are now some concerns being voiced by people who have experienced reactions to the chemicals in the memory foam. More on that later, but first, let's take a look at the benefits, and then we will look at the drawbacks of memory foam mattresses along with how Novaform compares to Tempur-pedic memory foam mattresses.

Benefits of a Memory Foam Mattress

• Novaform foam molds naturally to the body - cradling the body while providing complete support
  
  
• Available in the standard sizes - twin, queen, and king
  
  
• Allows you to enjoy deep sleep because of the excellent support and comfort
  
  
• Foam mattress absorbs movement and body weight without feeling too firm or too soft
  
  
• Temperature sensitive - allows good air flow so you are warm in the winter and cool during the summer
  
  
• Properly aligns spine and neck and supports the body at the right pressure points without adding pressure to those areas
  
  
• Memory foam is naturally resistant to dust mites and is considered a hypoallergenic mattress

It's true that consumers who love memory foam mattresses really love them, but there are other consumers who don't necessarily agree. These are some of the drawback and limitatiosn of a memory foam mattress.

Drawbacks of a Memory Foam Mattress

• Strong chemical smell somewhat like paint thinner or fresh paint when first opened - not a good fit for those with allergies, chemical sensitivities or chronic immune system disorders
  
  
• Takes a few days at least to air out the mattress before you can sleep on it without worry of a reaction to the smell
  
  
• Some consumers say this mattress makes them feel as though they are sleeping on quicksand or mud - not easy to move around freely once the mattress has conformed to your body shape
  
  
• Unable to adjust the firmness of the mattress
  
  
• Lighter weight people may not sink down into the memory foam enough to benefit from the comfort of this type of mattress
  
  
• Takes a few nights at least to get used to how a memory foam mattress feels - many consumers report a breaking in period
  
  
• Too firm for some consumers
  
  
• Sometimes sags prematurely in the middle of the mattress

Novaform Memory Foam Mattress vs.
Tempur-pedic Memory Foam Mattress

How does the Novaform brand compare to the Tempur-pedic brand mattress? These two memory foam mattress brands are often compared to each other because both offer the top quality product within a specific price range.

Novaform mattresses are 10 or 12 inches of varying density foam to create a mattress that is amazingly comfortable and supportive. Tempur-pedic also uses various densities in their mattress but also uses different foundational materials in addition to memory foam layers.

Neither mattress has to be flipped, which is a good thing given the sheer weight of the mattresses.

One big difference between the two mattresses is that Tempur-pedic markets their mattress with edge-to-edge firmness and support. This means you don't need edge supports to keep the mattress from sagging under weight when someone is seated on or lying on the edge. Novaform doesn't make this claim.

Tempur-pedic also markets their mattress as having the best, most dense memory foam of any like mattress on the market.

The Novaform memory foam mattress and the Tempur-pedic memory foam mattress will both bounce back and return to the original shape once pressure is removed. Both companies say that their mattress offers exceptional support and comfort because of the memory foam's ability to conform to the contours of the body.

Both companies offer a 20-year limited warranty and proudly manufacture their products in the United States.

According to consumers who have tried both brands, the biggest difference between the two is price. You should be prepared to pay nearly three times much for a Tempur-pedic brand as opposed to the Novaform memory foam mattress brand.

Special Features of a Novaform
Memory Foam Mattress

• Excellent quality for foam mattress in this price range
  
  
• One third the cost of Tempur-pedic brand
  
  
• Variable densities and multiple layers provide excellent support
  
  
• Base of mattress consists of 7 inches of conventional foam
  
  
• Foam allows ample air flow - stay cooler through the night
  
  
• Total of 10 or 12 inches total in mattress
  
  
• Novaform is known for their foam density - firm support without the use of springs inside the mattress
  
  
• Available through Costco and a few other online retailers, which means you can find the best price to fit your budget
  
  
• 20-year limited warranty
  
  
• Certified by Hurt 911 - The Center for Injury Assistance

One drawback of Novaform memory foam mattresses is that for shipping purposes, the mattress is compressed to about 1/4 of its actual height so it's easier to transport.

Although this is an economical and also more environmentally friendly way to ship the mattress, some consumers have reported that the mattress never did return to the original 10-inch or 12-inch height like it was supposed to do.

It's a good idea to purchase the Novaform memory foam mattress through Costco if at all possible because they have an excellent return policy and fantastic customer service.

Health Challenges with Memory Foam

Some people find that memory foam is an excellent choice for allergy sufferers because it's naturally resistant to dust mites and allergens, unlike traditional mattresses that are a haven for such things.

Despite the fact that memory foam is supposed to be hypoallergenic, it can pose health challenges for some people. The initial emissions from a memory foam mattress can cause respiratory difficulties, so anyone with asthma could be affected during those first few days while the mattress airs out.

The fire retardants used in memory foam mattresses are usually the source of the chemical smell. Unfortunately, no long-term research has been conducted on the possible effects of these fire retardants on health. Please see our Health Effects of Memory Foam page for more information on this.

Infants, toddlers, and elderly people who have limited mobility should never sleep on memory foam mattresses. The very nature of memory foam inhibits free movement and mobility, and as a result, babies and little children could suffocate.

Elderly people could also suffocate or be trapped in their bed because they don't have the ability to push themselves up and out of the memory foam.