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If there is one mattress material that seems to be getting a lot of press at the moment it has to be memory foam mattresses. Memory foam mattresses are a little bit of luxury at bed time but just what are they and what do they do?

They are basically topped with a layer of temperature-sensitive viscoelastic material, also known as memory foam, which react to the heat of your body so will mould to your shape. The idea of this is it supports your body and will provide the right level of support depending on your weight. Therefore, there is no worrying about whether to go for a hard or soft mattress; instead the memory foam will provide the correct level of support. It is also really good if you share a bed as it will mould to each individual and provide tailored support for each person, which means that each person can have the best night's sleep. It is also perfect for relieving pressure from painful joints.

However, because it can be affected by the outside temperature it can sometimes feel quite hard or soft, and because it moulds to your shape some people may find it more difficult to get out of bed.

If you are the kind of person who feels cold in winter it could be the perfect bed for you as there is less air circulating around your body so can often feel warmer, which is perfect if you feel the cold.

If you suffer from allergies then a latex mattress can also be really beneficial because it has attracts dust mites which is the main cause of things like asthma.

There are many benefits to memory foam mattresses and for a lot of people it can really help improve their night\'s sleep, and what\'s more it is the second most popular type of mattress among members of Which?.

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