Newly opened memory foam mattresses may give off an initial odor that can last for a couple of days. It is akin to the “new car smell” since memory foam mattresses have been compressed and sealed into a plastic bag and it has not had a chance for the odor to escape and air out. The odor is non-toxic but can be a bother for people who are sensitive to smells. We suggest airing out the mattress for at least 24 hours before putting sheets on the bed to reduce the initial odor.

Firmer options (medium firm to firm) are usually better for back and stomach sleepers. Firmer memory foam mattresses are more supportive and have less of a sinking feeling.

A innerspring hybrid mattress consists of springs at the base of the mattress and memory foam on top (sleeping layer). Both memory foam and hybrids will feel similar, as both will have memory foam sleep layers (top layer), but the hybrid will have a little bounce due to the inner springs. The memory foam mattress will not have any bounce at all.

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