Mattresses and box springs are designed to fit your needs. In order to have a good quality of sleep and for a recovery time allowing you to indulge in your favorite activities, the type of bedding used must be well thought out !
But between a latex mattress or a memory foam mattress , which one to choose?
The composition of these two elements: a crucial point in your choice
Natural latex
It comes from the hevea , a rubber tree, which is mainly used to make natural mattresses . It is a natural material that promises great elasticity and provides optimal comfort during sleep. Also, a natural latex mattress has excellent breathable properties and promotes very good ventilation, a guarantee of its durability.
This is a hypoallergenic , anti-mite and antibacterial product . 100% natural latex is completely ecological and biodegradable . The latex mattress is made from pure rubber tree milk. Its quality depends on the percentage of rubber tree milk it contains and its density!
Memory foam
Memory foam comes from petroleum. We are referring here to a chemical manufacturing, with a quality that varies from one foam to another. These mattresses have several foam plates, but it is the top plate that has shape memory properties .
The quality of your mattress will depend on the thickness and density of the foam. The denser the foam, the better quality the mattress will be. It should be noted that the viscoelastic foam on the surface is not used alone, it is combined with polyurethane foam.
What about the treatment of these two materials?
The latex mattress does not undergo any chemical treatment to combat parasites since the rubber tree develops a natural resistance to mites. After extraction, the latex maintains hygienic, anti-allergic and comfortable properties.
On the contrary , the memory foam mattress uses 100% synthetic foams that are not naturally resistant to parasites. Manufacturers of this type of mattress therefore use chemical treatments, which can be harmful and which, in the long term, expose the mattress to bacteria and mold.
The comfort and support provided
As 100% natural latex is an elastic material, it will therefore adapt perfectly to the human morphology. Not only does it guarantee excellent comfort, but it also promises good orthopedic treatment for back problems: sciatica, lumbago, etc. Summer and winter, its texture is not changed by the air temperature. With a foam density between 60 and 90 kg/m3 , you will benefit from a firm and flexible mattress with good sleeping independence!
The memory foam mattress also offers a good feeling of comfort and well-being since the foam will fit your body very well. However, and this is a point not to be overlooked, the foam will react to changes in temperature. When it is cold, it hardens and when it is too hot, it tends to soften. This can be harmful to your back.
The breathability of your mattress
Natural latex is composed of natural microbubbles that ensure the mattress has good breathability day and night, regardless of the season. Since latex breathes from the inside, the mattress will more easily evacuate the heat released by the body.
The memory foam mattress also guarantees you an excellent restful sleep. But people who tend to sweat a lot at night will always have an unpleasant feeling of humidity!
Lifespan: latex or memory foam mattress?
Alba offers a natural latex mattress guaranteed for ten years . After this period of time, it will only lose 5% of its elasticity. In terms of quality and lifespan, natural latex is therefore a thoughtful choice. Even after fifteen years, it will still offer you unparalleled comfort. This lifespan is also due to its antibacterial and antifungal properties.
The memory foam mattress , on the other hand, with its synthetic composition, has a shorter lifespan. The elasticity of its foam weakens over time. This loss of comfort will also depend on the quality of the foam, the thickness and density chosen. And since it is not very breathable, it is more easily exposed to mold and bacteria.