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How to Compare Memory Foam Mattress Toppers

Comparing memory foam toppers to add on to a mattress can be a daunting task. Thickness and size must be foremost in any comparison, but price and availability also have their place as well. You may find something you like, but it also may have to be back ordered. Whether you are willing to wait or not is also a consideration. Here is a memory foam mattress topper guide to make comparison shopping easier.

Things You'll Need

  • Measuring tape
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Instructions

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      Determine the ideal thickness of the memory foam mattress topper. Avoid the mistake of thinking that a two inch thick mattress topper is going to fix a mattress that is worn out. Mattress toppers will form to the shape of the bed over time. A high density, visco elastic memory foam topper of the proper thickness is important.

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      Check the measurements of your bed to make sure the topper will fit. It is better to compare mattress toppers that are slightly smaller than your bed if you are having trouble finding a perfect match. Keep in mind that not all memory foam mattress toppers are made at the same width and length.

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      Evaluate the quality memory foam versus the cheap memory foam. Cheap memory foam toppers are made with fewer open cells, which results in more sinking and bottoming out of the mattress. Quality visco memory foam actually responds to body temperature to help it take shape. Mattress toppers fall under the category of you get what you pay for, and a visco topper will cost more than regular memory foam.

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