Choose a memory foam mattress topper for everyday comfort

Improve your sleep sustainably with the memory foam mattress topper, the ideal solution for comfortable nights and restful sleep! We tell you everything.

What is a memory foam mattress topper?

A memory foam mattress topper consists of a layer of viscoelastic foam or latex covered with a cotton cover. Its thickness can vary between 2 cm and 8 cm depending on the desired softness. This filling is called “shape memory” because this type of mattress topper returns to its original shape once the sleeper stands up.

Viscoelastic foam and its characteristics

Viscoelastic polyurethane foam has the particularity of absorbing body heat. This thermosensitive foam deforms under the effect of body heat, which allows it to adapt exactly to the sleeper's morphology.

The versatility of the memory foam mattress topper

The undeniable advantage of the memory foam mattress topper is that it adapts to any type of mattress: spring, foam or latex. It is versatile: a memory foam mattress topper will provide more softness to a mattress that is too hard. Conversely, a quality, high-density mattress topper will give a more invigorating feel to a mattress considered too soft.

Why sleep on a memory foam mattress topper?

Good bedding is the luxury of the unspoken, that little secret that makes you wake up with a fresh complexion and ready to tackle the day, your body on alert!

1- For tailor-made comfort and pain prevention

Can we dream of anything better than a mattress adapted to our body shape? This is what a memory foam mattress topper offers that envelops the contours of the sleeper's body. This polyurethane foam technology was originally developed by NASA. Enough to put you in a sleep orbit for hours!

But in addition to this additional comfort, a quality mattress topper can reduce back pain thanks to the thermal qualities of latex or viscoelastic foam. As it absorbs body heat, it also mechanically helps reduce inflammatory back pain.

2 - To extend the life of the mattress

Whatever the quality of your mattress, placing a mattress topper helps increase its lifespan by offering it additional protection.

3 - To sleep well in all situations

The mattress topper allows individualized comfort on a shared mattress. The foam absorbs vibrations and reduces the perception of the movements of other sleepers: it thus reduces the discomfort caused by sharing a bed. Not bad is not it ?

When traveling, a mattress topper is ideal in a camper van, where the bedding is not necessarily of optimal quality.

The more adventurous can use a simple mattress topper as an extra bed, but be careful! This camper's practice should remain occasional so as not to damage your mattress topper (and your back!).

How to choose the best memory foam mattress topper?

Several criteria must be considered when choosing your mattress topper. In addition to the importance of getting it the right size – it must match your mattress and box spring. Several foam densities are available, from firm comfort to softer support.

Combine a mattress topper with the rest of the bedding

The memory foam mattress topper tends to store heat, so it is not recommended for sleepers who suffer from nocturnal hot flashes or who sweat heavily at night. However, these unpleasant effects can be reduced in two ways:

You can opt for a natural mattress topper whose breathable characteristics may be more suited to your profile.
You can adapt the rest of the bedding to the mattress topper. For example, by choosing bed linen made from cotton or linen , naturally breathable materials. You can also choose a duvet with a weight of less than 120 gr/m². Duvets made from natural materials such as bamboo or silk have antiperspirant properties which compensate for the accumulation of heat in the synthetic material mattress topper. Don't forget to turn your mattress onto its "summer" side, designed to dissipate heat.

Maintenance and lifespan of a memory foam mattress

A mattress topper made of synthetic materials has an optimal lifespan of five years. This figure varies depending on the quality of the mattress and the box spring on which it rests, but also depending on the weight of the sleeper.

Mattress toppers are generally removable and it is possible to machine wash the cotton cover cold. Read the washing instructions carefully beforehand. To avoid making a mistake, take your mattress topper to the dry cleaner who will do a surface dry wash.

The quality of our sleep and the comfort of our nights determine our days. A memory foam mattress topper is a simple and affordable solution for spending nights like a castle… in your bed.

Summary table :

	Cotton mattress topper	Feather mattress topper	Memory foam mattress topper
Firmness	*****	**	Variable
Soft	*	***	Variable, from to ***
Heat	*	***	*****
Breathability	*****	**	*
Comfort	***	*****	*****
Ease of maintenance	*****	**	*