Instead of buying a pricey memory foam mattress, can I just buy a memory foam mattress pad? Because memory foam mattresses cost a lot, some consumers invest in the next best thing: a memory foam mattress pad.

This is where the line between a protective mattress pad and a supportive mattress topper gets fuzzy.

Memory foam mattresses. Everything you need to know about this increasingly popular type of mattress can be found in our memory foam mattresses guide.

If you already know that you want to buy a memory foam mattress, you can find the right model for your budget and body type by reading our mattress reviews.

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I weigh a lot in comparison to other people so I was initially hesitant to buy a memory foam mattress as I feared sinking to the bottom or drowning. This mattress not only held my weight stiffly but it is super comfortable and probably the best mattress I have ever used. I bought the double and it worked so well that when I bought a king bedroom set I decided to buy the bigger exact same mattress in king size.

The idea is to add a few inches of thick memory foam between the mattress and the bottom sheet, thus “converting” an innerspring coil mattress to a memory foam bed. A memory foam mattress pad can certainly help improve the quality of a tired old mattress.

However, it won't offer much in the way of mattress protection. Memory foam mattress pads are not particularly absorbent, and they don't trap most allergens. If possible, consumers should test different pad thicknesses at a bedding supply store before making a final decision.

Allow a brand new latex or memory foam mattress pad to air out for several days before sleeping on it. Chemicals used during the manufacturing process need time to dissipate.

Homeowners with pull-out couches for overnight guests should consider investing in a thick memory foam mattress pad to improve comfort.

Cheap memory foam mattresses. Memory foam mattresses can cost more than £2,000, but our independent tests show that you don't always get what you pay for. If you're set on memory foam but can't afford to spend thousands of pounds, we've found several cheaper options worth considering.

In fact, we've found two Best Buy memory foam mattresses for under £400 - this is fantastic value for money. One has a spring core with memory foam on top, while the other is pure memory foam - great if you want a slightly softer mattress. Mattress Reviews.

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