THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SPRING & TEMPUR MATERIAL
Choosing a mattress is a big decision, and one of the first steps is to choose which type of mattress to go for. Let’s take a closer look at the differences between spring, ordinary memory foam and TEMPUR® Material to help you decide which is right for you.
First thing’s first – each mattress type in a nutshell:
What is a spring mattress?
Spring mattresses are one of the oldest types of mattresses, dating back to the mid-1800s. Today, there are various types of springs to choose from, with inner spring mattresses (a network of interconnected coils) and pocket spring mattresses (individual springs placed in little ‘pockets’) being among the most popular. The springs make up the support layer and are then topped with a cushioning material (usually a type of foam) and wrapped in a cover. As the name suggests, spring mattresses can be pretty bouncy.
What is a TEMPUR® Material mattress?
TEMPUR® Material is a high-density viscoelastic material. The key with memory foam is to find the right balance between comfort and support for sleeping, and we believe we have achieved that. We created the world’s first memory foam mattress and pillow based on an original invention by NASA, and have spent many years refining and perfecting our design. Only TEMPUR® Material is able to respond to your body’s precise shape, weight AND warmth, aligning and adapting to every inch of you. That is the secret. That’s what offers the proven advanced pressure relief. That’s what creates an unrivalled level of comfort and support. Originally a great success in the healthcare sector, TEMPUR® is now found in bedrooms around the world, where it’s transformed the way millions of people sleep – for the better.
What is the most comfortable mattress to sleep on?
Spring mattress
When you sleep on an average spring mattress, it responds to your body by applying the same level of pressure that you are applying to it. Newton’s laws after all! Some people like the bouncy and springy feel this creates but, as our bodies don’t apply pressure evenly across the mattress, the areas that apply the most weight to the mattress will also get the most pushback. This can create pressure points, causing you to experience discomfort and pain. It also leads to more tossing and turning throughout the night, which causes you to twist your body into unnatural positions and leave you feeling sore in the morning.
TEMPUR® Material mattress
With its unique properties, TEMPUR® Material offers unrivalled comfort and support. Its unique feel helps provide the comfort you need to drift off faster, while also reducing tossing and turning to help you sleep deeper for longer. A number of clinical trials conducted involving patients suffering from fibromyalgia have proven that some forms of TEMPUR® Material relieve pressure from sensitive areas like the shoulders, back, hips and joints, increasing comfort through-out the night. Some people describe lying on a TEMPUR® mattress as feeling weightless, others say it’s like sleeping on a cloud. We just say it’s a feeling like no other!
Will it make me overheat?
Spring mattress
Spring mattresses are generally seen as a cooler option than memory foam. They’re made up of multiple layers which are typically very breathable and allow good airflow to your body.
TEMPUR® Material mattress
Yes, we all want a cosy night’s sleep but our body temperature adjusts when winding down and waking up. Switching to a lighter duvet or investing in some high-quality cotton sheets means you are in for a more breathable and cooler sleep.
If you prefer to be cool as a cucumber while you sleep, we offer TEMPUR® CoolTouch mattresses, which use the latest fabric technology to provide a cool-to-the-touch sensation and are even more effective at dispersing excess heat during the night.
What’s it like sleeping next to a partner?
Spring mattress
Due to the bounciness of the average spring mattress, you’re likely to feel your partner tossing and turning, which can lead to disturbed sleep (and maybe an argument in the morning!)
TEMPUR® Material mattress
TEMPUR® Material has been scientifically tested by our team in Denmark to have less than 3% motion transfer, so you are far less likely to be disturbed by your partner moving around at night. This means an incredible night’s sleep for you both.
Is it good for my pain?
Spring mattress
Although some spring mattresses can be comfortable without the pressure-relieving or motion isolating qualities of memory foam, they are not ideal for people living with pain. Spring mattresses provide less pressure relief for essential areas, such as your neck, shoulders, lower back and hips. This in turn causes discomfort, leading to more tossing and turning at night. This can even cause you to sleep in unnatural positions – thus worsening the discomfort. Also, the dips and valleys which may develop in spring mattresses over time will mean you’ll no longer be sleeping on an even surface, which can put extra pressure on certain body parts and cause additional discomfort.
TEMPUR® Material Mattress
TEMPUR® Material is considered something of a secret weapon in the fight against pain. Its super adaptive properties evenly comfort and support your entire body. By reducing pressure points, TEMPUR® also reduces tossing and turning at night. This greatly lessens the chances of you twisting your body into a position that can cause pain, stiffness and discomfort. All the while, you sleep deeper for longer, giving your body the best chance of repairing itself.
No wonder TEMPUR® is trusted by medical professionals worldwide. In fact, when TEMPUR® Material was first developed, it was used exclusively for healthcare and medical purposes. Even today, our products are CE marked as medical devices by the European Union and our mattresses and pillows are still widely used in the healthcare sector.
How long will it last?
Spring mattress
A good spring mattress should last between seven and ten years. However, if you choose an average spring mattress you will notice over time how the springs become less and less uniform and more prone to poking and sagging, which oftentimes leads to discomfort. Another issue with spring mattresses is that over time the top cushioning breaks down or moves, creating dips and valleys, causing the mattress to feel lumpy – not ideal for a good night’s sleep!
TEMPUR® Material mattress
At TEMPUR®, quality is at the heart of everything we do. During the 60 hours it takes to create one TEMPUR® mattress, our team performs up to 67 (yes 67!) different quality checks to ensure you receive the highest quality mattress possible. If any one of our specialists feels the mattress isn’t perfect quality, they will reject it, no questions asked. We don’t accept anything but the best, which is why we’re confident that your TEMPUR® Mattress will stand the test of time.
We’re sure your TEMPUR® mattress will last a minimum of 10 years. Our warranty covers you against sagging, warping, and loss of responsiveness.