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TempurPedic Reviews: TempurPedic Mattress Advantages & Disadvantages

The highly touted TempurPedic mattress seems like a genuine panacea for people with sleeping issues. Created by NASA, and able to conform to the shape and weight of your body, memory foam mattresses benefit users by beautifully relieving pressure points and eliminating tossing and turning. But not everyone feels comfortable with a mattress that is so advanced. Here are some basic advantages and disadvantages to keep in mind while conducting TempurPedic comparisons:

Advantages

As the TempurPedic mattress can adjust to your individual body, you do get a personalized level of support that relives pressure and allows for much better circulation and comfort overall. TempurPedic reviews also agree that there is no motion transfer (something you may be familiar with if you have seen the commercials with someone jumping up and down next to a glass of wine on the bed) – which means one sleeper will not disturb the other even if they get in and out of the bed. Newer TempurPedic models also offer a variety of surfaces like pillow top and much more.

Disadvantages

While the conforming sensation of a TempurPedic mattress for some is a blessing, for others it can feel restrictive and cause a sinking sensation that may take some time to get used to. Also, there is a reputation that the mattress retains heat – although technological improvements have made TempurPedic mattresses much more breathable than ever before. Finally, many TempurPedic reviews note a small number of buyers notice a faint smell for the first few days after they receive their mattress, which is something leftover from the manufacturing process but is not permanent.

Verdict

Clearly whether you purchase a TempurPedic mattress or not is a personal choice. But this type of mattress is ideal for those who like to be cradled and needs a solution to incessant tossing and turning, and just can’t find the relief they want from innerspring mattresses.