Different positions you sleep in will affect the amount of pressure that is put onto your joints, you need to take into consideration the position you mostly sleep in and if you will benefit from a memory foam mattress or a memory foam topper. 

If you sleep on your side a lot, you place a heavy amount of pressure in your shoulder and hips, and if you sleep on your stomach you are adding pressure to your neck. 

A visco-elastic pressure sensitive memory foam mattress will work the best for you and provide you with the best chance of reducing the overall pressure placed on the joints, this is done by contouring them and pushing against them as you lay on the mattress. 

Latex is sometimes added to memory foam that will offer more spring against parts of your body such as the small of your back or yours sides, without losing the ability to contour and displace pressure points.

The duvet and pillow warehouse can help your achy joints by providing you all the information you need about why and how a memory foam mattress or a memory foam topper can help you,  and then advising you which would be most suitable.

Memory foam mattresses have crept onto the scene over the past few years, claiming they are the saviour of restless sleeps, but is it really true?

Well at Duvet and Pillow Warehouse we have come up with some pros and cons about both mattresses so you can make the decision all by yourself!

Spring Mattress

The thought of springs doesn’t sound comfy to begin, but put it with a bit of material and you would probably assume you have a pretty comfy, bouncy bed.

A pressure point test from a leading spring mattress indicating pressure points. The results showed that spring mattresses don’t offer the correct pressure point relief needed for a good night’s sleep.

Traditional spring mattresses rely on a varied number of springs which push back against your body, all with the same force, making proper support impossible because our bodies do not push evenly. The lack of support on these pressure points lead to poor circulation, tossing and turning, aches and joint pain.

In fact, spring mattresses lose 16 per cent of their support in the first year alone.

Memory Foam Mattress

When you buy a good quality memory foam mattress you will find that your body weight will distribute evenly. This reduces pressure points substantially, up to 80 per cent, which only memory foam can provide.

Tossing and turning is greatly reduced with a memory foam mattress.

Spring Mattresses

Spring mattresses act as a shock absorber and reduce the wear and tear of a mattress. Coil gauges determine the firmness and support. The less coils there are the thicker the springs.

Memory Foam Mattresses

Vary, but generally go from firm to supple. As memory foam mattresses distribute the weight evenly, a good memory foam mattress should give you a firm feeling without compromising your back, hips and joints.

Many memory foam mattresses become more supple with body heat, providing a cradling support your body requires.

For more information about memory foam, and to find out how to reduce the cost by buying a memory foam mattress topper, visit Duvet and Pillow Warehouse today.

Memory Foam is the perfect way to ensure you get a good night’s sleep. Most often, people tend to look for a memory foam mattress but they can be pretty pricey and so people opt for a cheaper mattress instead which doesn’t really do the trick.

Well now you are in luck as some clever soul developed a wonderful idea known as the memory foam mattress topper which simply sits on top of your existing mattress providing the same comfort and support as a memory foam mattress, just at a cheaper price.

And to make sure you are completely clued up about memory foam mattress toppers and how they can help you, we have found this demonstration video on YouTube about memory foam mattress toppers. Enjoy!

See The Updated 2011 List of The Top 10 Most Expensive Hotel Rooms

How much do you wish you could flee away to a hot country and stay in a luxurious 25 million star hotel and hang out with the A list celebs?

Going for a quick swim in the morning in the clear blue sea with Cameron Diaz and chilling in the bar with Brad and Ange after a day of pampering is something millions of us have to keep for our dreams.

Well to give you a sneaky peak of a day in the life of a celeb, we have put together some of the most expensive hotel rooms from around the globe.

Don’t be too jealous!

This posh little number is located in the Exhuma Chain in the South Bahamas. The island offers accommodation for up to 24 guests in the choice of a 10,000 square foot manor house, a five bed-roomed beach side villa, several smaller guest villas, or a beach house with thatched roof.

This stunning bedroom (and obviously the rest of its features) start at $25,000 a night and go up to $45,000 depending on the number of guests and the time of year.

As lovely as this sounds, we would be expecting luxury feather pillows, memory foam mattresses, or even better white goose down pillows and we are only just starting here…

This absolutely stunning bedroom apartment is based in Santa Monica and worth a measly $8.2 million. Two stories high, three bedrooms and a 3.5 bath ocean foot dwelling. Even though the weather may be better over there, we would still like a luxury duvet thrown in as well thank you very much.

This stunning hotel bedroom is situated in the heart of Melbourne and comprises of a living room, bedroom and bathroom. Located on the top floor of the hotel it has its own lift and lobby, with a 24 hour butler and access to the exclusive Crystal Club. Absolutely stunning but they better be Hungarian goose down pillows else I am not going!

To buy your own little life of luxury visit Duvet and Pillow Warehousetoday, buy some luxury bedding products and accessories, stick a poster of George Clooney and Tom Cruise on your wall, put a paddling pool in your room and sip a home made cocktail….it’s exactly the same!

Memory Foam Massage Table

Needing a massage? Wanting to have one in comfort and style?

Well a new memory foam portable massage table has been designed to offer the perfect platform for that much needed massage.

The multi-density  foam padding conforms to each users body shape to give them the perfect lying position when having their massage.

The multi layer  foam padding includes a high density layer topped with plush memory foam, which works in a very similar way to a memory foam mattress topper which is placed over your mattress at home.

Memory foam is ideal for a massage table as the memory foam conforms to body heat, moulding to the shape of the body which further supports muscles and joints. This is a fantastic way to promote your massage salon saying that the memory foam is designed to support the rest of your body while you are having your massage.

Memory foam mattresses can be very pricey but luckily a cheaper but just as effective method has been designed known as a memory foam mattress topper.

The memory foam mattress topper is placed over your existing mattress and provides the same cushioned supportive feel.

There is also a wide range of memory foam pillows which support your head and neck while you sleep.

For more information about memory foam mattress products visit Duvet and Pillow Warehouse today.

If you think about this logically, who the hell came up with the idea of sleeping on coils?

The thought of lying on bare springs hardly sounds appealing  or comfortable, so why on earth someone thought of putting a bit of material over them would make it any better is beyond me.

Probably because they hadn’t heard of memory foam and the floor was just unbearable to sleep on!

Clearly does not like the poor quality of a coil spring bed

 The first patent for a coil spring bed was introduced in 1865, and since then there has been minimal changes to the design following the 144 years.

During that same period we have gone from sending the pigeon to deliver letters to instant emails online, which makes me wonder why not much has changed when it comes to the mattress we spend 1/3 of our life on.

However, there is an amazing new mattress creation (developed by NASA may I add) which many people have heard of but don’t necessarily know much about and how it can help them sleep.

We have compiled a list of differences between the memory foam mattress and the coil spring mattress and how it can benefit you.

Body Support

The characteristics of both mattresses differ greatly when it comes to supporting your body while you sleep.

While a coil mattress makes your body conform to it, a memory foam mattress conforms to the shape of your body.

The pressure or force, from the coil springs in the mattress is exerted against your body. You are pushing down on the springs with your body forcing them to retreat and they are shoving back against you trying to uncoil. Where the hell is the comfort in that? Sounds more like a battle that a peaceful sleep!

This is why many people complain about sore muscles and stiffness when you wake up each morning.

Memory foam conforms to your body as you sleep

With a memory foam mattress the foam material conforms to your body because the body exerts force onto it. As you lie down you will feel the memory foam accommodating to your shape and will adjust to your weight giving you the perfect platform for that heavenly sleep.

Because the memory foam conforms to your body, you will not feel the weight or movement of your partner as their is no bounce with a memory foam mattress.

Memory foam mattress can often be quite expensive to buy and it is often a shame to throw out a mattress that has just recently been bought. To save people from spending unnecessarily, many bedding companies have introduced memory foam mattress toppers and memory foam pillows, which have the same desired affect but are simply cheaper!

Temperature sensitivity

Another major difference is that memory foam has the ability to react and respond to different temperatures.

The memory foam is able to sense the different temperatures of your body and either remain firm or soften. This change leaves you with a cozy feeling once the memory foam has softened up.

Coil mattresses cannot do this, which is why people suffering from a cold are much better sleeping on a memory foam mattress to help keep them warm and supported.

For more information about memory foam and memory foam mattress toppers visit Duvet and Pillow Warehouse today.

Sleeping on the wrong mattress can cause a great deal of pain to the muscles and joints in your body without you even realising. A mattress is there to give you support and to reinforce poor sleeping posture, strained muscles and keep the spine in alignment, which if not supported can contribute to low back pain.

It is also important to consider a mattress that meets your individual preferences. You may need a mattress that supports your lower back or a mattress that is hypoallergenic to help your allergies.

Whatever your needs and requirements, we have come up with top 12 tips to buying the perfect mattress for you.

1. Research online before going shopping

There is a lot of information online which tells you different information about different types of mattresses and can often leave you in a pickle about where to go next. Make sure that when you are looking for information you visit trusted websites (like this blog!) or health websites such as Spine Health which can help you find reliable information before shopping for your mattress.

2. Speak to your doctor

If you suffer from a medical condition it may be a good idea to speak to your doctor before you buy your mattress. Doctors aren’t generally sleep experts but will have a good idea about what needs and requirements your medical condition needs to get the right comfort and support while you sleep.

3. Firm Mattresses aren’t always the best for your back

Think about how you sleep and what you need when it comes to a good nights sleep. People assume that a firm mattress is the way forward to improving posture, but every person is different and it is important to make sure that you buy a mattress to suit your needs and requirements.

Make sure you are aware there is a difference between firm support and firm feel. You want a firm support but a comfortable feel and comfortable is determined by what works for YOU!

You may like the idea of a memory foam mattress topper a more affordable version of a full memory foam mattress. The memory foam topper lies on top of your existing mattress providing support for your back as well as a protection for your mattress. Memory foam is perfect for firmness as well as comfort as the memory foam moulds to the shape of your body.

4. Check the warranty

A good mattress company will have a minimum 10 year FULL replacement of NON prorated warranty for your mattress. At Duvet and Pillow Warehouse we give our customers a 10 year warranty on our memory foam toppers as we are so confident about our products.

5. Adjustable beds are a great option

You may find that you are more comfortable sitting in a recliner chair than asleep in bed. If this is you it might be worth investing in an adjustable bed which will elevate your head and knees slightly to to relieve pressure on the lower back. If this option isn’t within your budget, you can also create the same desired affect by using bedding pillows. Duvet and Pillow Warehouse have a range of bedding pillows for you to choose from such as memory foam pillows or feather pillows.

When looking to purchase a memory foam mattress the duvet and pillow warehouse advise that you look for a good ILD rating. The ILD rating on memory foam mattresses means the actual firmness of the mattresses that is determined through tests that are carried out on the visco – elastic material that is used in the memory foam mattresses. 

The firmness of a mattress is an issue for people who experience back problems and other joint problems that result in pain. You need to be sure that you get the right kind of memory foam mattress with the density and firmness that you need for you specific needs. 

If the company you are buying your memory foam mattress from offers free trials, be sure to take advantage of this and try out as many as you can before you buy so you can be sure you choose the right one. 

The cradling effect of the memory foam mattress will relieve pressure in any injured areas of the body, and as well as this the benefits of memory foam providing spinal alignment have been proven – as well as giving a better quality nights sleep! So contact the duvet and pillow warehouse for your high quality memory foam mattress that will stand the test of time for many years!

If you are considering buying a memory foam mattress you will need to do your research first to ensure you get the right mattress for you. 

Choosing the right type of memory foam mattress will be confusing for you if you are new to the memory foam world, but the duvet and pillow warehouse will be able to answer any of your questions and advise you on which product would be the best for you. 

Memory foam mattresses all vary in firmness just the same as innerspring mattresses do, so you need to ask someone who knows the products for as much information as possible before you decide on your purchase.

The first thing you must consider when buying a memory foam mattress is the density, some people who have purchased memory foam mattresses with a density below 4lbs have found that they have problems with the mattresses sagging, which defeats the object of a memory foam mattress. 

An exception to this would be the memory foam mattress toppers – these are placed on top of a regular mattress and will give it the feel of a real memory foam mattress, but at the same time they are not as thick as regular mattresses and there is always the concern that they could wear out quicker, the density of memory foam is becoming higher and higher and the products develop.

When we sleep we can often come across so many problems and it often depends on what kind of mattress you are sleeping on.

With this in mind, you should really consider the pros and cons of your mattress and whether you should invest in a memory foam mattress pad or a type of naturally hypoallergenic bed topper.

In today’s memory foam market you will find that most mattress toppers are naturally non-toxic, chemical free and hypoallergenic.

There are also, thankfully, mattress toppers which repel dust mites and bedbugs naturally. They do not kill the dust mites, they just simply repel them, keeping them off your bed and out of your sleeping zone.

When looking to purcahse a foam mattress pad, you should also consider, not only its material make up and its thickness but a variation of characteristics like its luxury level, its comfort level and if the mattress topper can support your joints and muscles while you sleep.

Then you need to consider the price. Think about how much you are willing to spend on a topper, compare it with how much a memory foam mattress may be and consider whether you have the money to purchase a hypoallergenic topper.

There are so many different qualities a memory foam mattress can offer so make sure that you look for the one’s that are going to suit your needs and requirements.

Foam mattress pad protector

Once you have purchased your mattress pad, you should consider purchasing a cover for it. It really is down to your own personal preference but a cover can help protect the mattress from stains and spillages.

Allergies can also be an issue with bedbugs and dirt and grime creeping into your bed, but a mattress protector can eliminate these problems. Choose a thin and breathable cover so that it does not affect the feel of your memory foam pad.

How thick of a foam pad?

Once you have found the mattress topper for you, the next question is how big should the mattress topper be?

Foam mattresses vary in thickness and in size but a good measure is to go for a 5cm or 7cm mattress topper. This will still fully support your body while you sleep and at Duvet and Pillow Warehouse are a pretty affordable product.

Don’t hesitate today and contact Duvet and Pillow Warehouse for more help and advice on choosing a mattress topper to suit you.