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Visco-Elastic Memory Foam

What is Visco-elastic memory material?
How does Visco-elastic memory material differ from other materials?
What makes Visco-elastic so special?
I have allergies; can I sleep on Visco-elastic?
Is there a break in period with Visco-elastic?
Does a Visco-elastic mattress change in feel during usage?
Will I sleep warmer on Visco-elastic?

What is Visco-elastic memory material?

Visco-elastic memory material is a direct result of space-age technology. Developed for NASA, this revolutionary material is comprised of billions of special open cells (which respond to pressure, shape and temperature.). The product was used to cushion and deflect the tremendous effects of gravitational pull (“G” forces) experienced by our astronauts during take off and re-entry into the earth’s atmosphere. It provides outstanding pressure relief for all individuals. As popularity grew it soon began appearing in a wide variety of products, including mattresses and pillows.

How does Visco-elastic memory material differ from other materials?

Unlike “conventional foam” with its lifeless feel -- visco-elastic material slowly and automatically adjusts to your body weight and temperature. In addition to the slow, conforming response, visco-elastic material offers complete, luxurious and stress free support. Visco-elastic material perfectly conforms to your body, like no other mattress can! Visco-elastic material accommodates any body shape, size or weight. The superb qualities of visco-elastic material make it a must for the discerning customer who wants the most stress and pressure free sleep surface!

What makes Visco-elastic so special?

Waking at night due to excessive pressure being applied to hips, knees, neck, spine and other parts of the body while sleeping on a conventional product is one of the most common complaints from today’s mattress shopper. Additionally, many suffer and awaken during the night feeling chilly and uncomfortable on their mattress. These are the two most common causes of a poor nights sleep. Visco-elastic memory material eliminates uncomfortable pressure points and adjusts itself based on your own body temperature and weight, while keeping your body temperature constant and dry for the most restful nights’ sleep you’ve ever dreamed possible!

Because of its conforming properties, tossing and turning are dramatically diminished and disrupted sleep patterns greatly eliminated. Thus, you sleep longer without moving, in a more comfortable position and enjoy the benefits of a deeper, more restful sleep pattern. Should you move during the night, your partner is never disturbed due to the lack of movement between sleeping partners. Additionally, when you do move in bed, Visco-elastic material gently “fills in” and reshapes itself to your new sleeping posture, cradling every part of your body.

I have allergies; can I sleep on Visco-elastic?

Visco-elastic memory material is anti-microbial, hypoallergenic, dust mite free, mildew resistant and contains no rubber, latex or other allergy related products.

Is there a break in period with Visco-elastic?

Most individuals sleep soundly on the mattress from the very start. A few individuals may require an additional period of time to adjust from their conventional mattress to the improved support and pressure relief this product offers.

Does a Visco-elastic mattress change in feel during usage?

Nothing is more essential than starting each day at your very best and no other piece of furniture will be used in your home more than your sleep set. Your system is designed with your utmost comfort in mind. Your mattress incorporates the use of highly specialized memory material, designed to allow you to feel less pressure, more comfort and provides superior support not found in any other sleep surface. You may notice some natural softening during normal use. Your mattress is engineered to perform in this manner, just as a good pair of leather shoes must conform to your foot in order to be wearable and comfortable.

This natural softening usually takes place within the first few weeks, certainly within the first few months of use, becoming even more comfortable. If you should notice this occurring or see subtle changes in the surface appearance at some point, don’t worry – this means is your Visco-elastic memory material mattress is aligning itself to your body – performing as it was engineered & designed.

The interior – or core – of your mattress serves as the support mechanism. It is designed to work in unison with your body to provide proper support where your body needs it most. The natural softening that occurs as your mattress seasons, or subtle changes in the surface appearance in NO WAY affects the core support in your mattress! Your system utilizes the highly specialized Visco-elastic memory material which is much less likely to ever experience any sag over the life of the mattress. It is required that your mattress should always be placed on a good quality foundation with a firm surface, never on a coiled box spring foundation -- an improper foundation may cause sagging and prevent the mattress from doing its job. The Visco-elastic memory material mattress will conform to the surface on which it is placed. Center support of the mattress on both king & queen bed frames, is always required.

Will I sleep warmer on Visco-elastic?

Is the person normally a warm sleeper? This may just be his normal body sleeping temperature experience. This is the first inquiry you should make if this question is asked. Otherwise, some individuals may experience the sensation of sleeping a bit warmer on a Visco-elastic memory material mattress. If experienced, this sensation is the result of the benefit of sleeping on the product, not because of the product. A thermographic photograph taken of an individual sleeping on a conventional mattress will show large cool areas on the body – due to the reduced circulation (resulting in body cooling) during the night. The same thermographic photograph of an individual sleeping on a Visco-elastic memory material mattress will show a body with a constant, continual temperature – no reduced circulation, no night time cooling due to pressure and lack of blood flow (capillary construction)! If you are used to sleeping with extra blankets and covers, due to night time cooling from reduced circulation on your old mattress, you no longer need excess coverings. An added plus to the superb night-time circulation experienced on a Visco-elastic memory material mattress is the continual flow of freshly oxygenated blood to all areas of the body during sleep. (Note: remember there are 61 illnesses and over 50 medications and substances which can cause an individual to sleep warm during the night – never assume it is the bed!)