Mattresses and box springs are designed to fit your needs. To ensure good quality sleep and sufficient recovery time, you can enjoy your favorite activities, the type of bedding you choose must be carefully considered!
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.
It 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're referring to a chemical manufacturing process, with quality varying from one foam to another. These mattresses have multiple layers of foam, but it's the top layer that has memory properties.
The quality of your mattress will depend on the thickness and density of the foam. The denser the foam, the better the quality of the mattress. It's important to note that viscoelastic foam on the surface isn't used alone; it's combined with polyurethane foam.
What about the treatment of these two subjects?
Latex mattresses do not undergo any chemical treatment to combat parasites, as the rubber tree develops a natural resistance to dust mites. After extraction, the latex maintains hygienic, anti-allergic and comfortable properties.
On the other hand , memory foam mattresses use 100% synthetic foams that are not naturally resistant to pests. Manufacturers of this type of mattress therefore use chemical treatments, which can be harmful and, 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 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/m 3 , you will benefit from a firm and flexible mattress with good sleeping independence!
Memory foam mattresses also offer a good feeling of comfort and well-being, as the foam molds to your body very well. However, and this is a point that should not be overlooked, the foam will react to changes in temperature. When it's cold, it hardens, and when it's 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 is breathable day and night, regardless of the season. Because latex breathes from the inside, the mattress will more easily evacuate the heat released by the body.
A memory foam mattress also guarantees you excellent restful sleep. However, people who tend to sweat a lot at night will always feel an unpleasant feeling of dampness!
Lifespan: latex or memory foam mattress?
Alba offers a natural latex mattress with a ten-year warranty . After this period, it will only lose 5% of its elasticity. In terms of quality and lifespan, natural latex is therefore a wise choice. Even after fifteen years, it will still offer you unparalleled comfort. This longevity is also due to its antibacterial and antifungal properties.
Memory foam mattresses , on the other hand, with their synthetic composition, have a shorter lifespan. The elasticity of their foam weakens over time. This loss of comfort will also depend on the quality of the foam, the thickness, and the density chosen. And because they are not very breathable, they are more easily exposed to mold and bacteria.
