What does the “5.5″ lb mean when buying a mattress pad?
Saturday, June 5th, 2010 at
5:29 am
Here is the link on ebay:
http://cgi.ebay.com/5-5-King-4-inch-Memory-Foam-Mattress-Pad-W-FREE-PILLOW_W0QQitemZ360090976703QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item53d71841bf&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A15%7C66%3A2%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1308%7C301%3A1%7C293%3A2%7C294%3A50
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The first thing to know about memory foam products is they vary in density. This is measured in pounds, with higher numbers meaning greater density. A 4-pound density means that each cubic foot of that memory foam weighs 4 pounds. While this measurement varies among manufacturers, you’ll probably be safe with any memory foam product ranging from 3 to 6 lbs. If you want something a little firmer, go with the 5- or 6-pound density mattress. If you like your bed a little softer, go with the 3-pound memory foam. Just be aware that a lower density mattress probably won’t hold up as well under years of use.
Remember, the measurement of density does not describe the total weight of the memory foam. Because of its density, a memory foam mattress will typically weigh more than a spring mattress of the same size.
Even between memory foam of the same weight and from the same manufacturer, density can vary. A few things that may affect how your memory foam feels are:
Slight chemical variations
The temperature in your home
The length of time your memory foam sits in its packaging before you open it
Remember that each memory foam product is unique, and similar memory foam products may feel different.