The Differences Between Memory Foam & Pocket Spring Mattresses

Hey Ross here from Glencraft and today we’re back with another video for you about a question we get asked here a lot…

Whats the difference between a memory foam mattress and a pocket spring mattress.

In the majority of todays mattresses you’ll find the main support is delivered from one of two options.

These are either - memory foam or pocket springs.

So which one is right for you, foam or pocket springs AND….does it even matter

Memory foam is everywhere right now, its cheap, its comfortable at first and it has some clever properties…but it might not be the right choice for you! So just how does memory foam work?

When you lie in bed the heat from your body causes a chemical reaction within the memory foam and this makes the foam shape into an imprint of your body.

The problem is, temperature and ventilation play a vital role in sleep. Foam mattresses don’t allow for the circulation of air.

Thick layers of foam act as an impassable barrier next to your body

It causes the heat and moisture from our bodies to build up and and just remains there right next to your skin.

Because the memory foam reacts to the heat, it can feel too hard when its cold and not supportive enough when its warm.

On the other hand, pocket springs offer more support and ventilation than foams do.

They have a more open structure than their foam counterparts which allows air to circulate more freely.

Also, the individual springs that make up the mattress are housed in their own little pockets and work independently of each other. So when I compress them the movement is isolated to that specific area of the mattress.

Overall, a pocket spring mattress will allow you to have a cooler, more comfortable and undisturbed sleep. Preferably, look for one that has natural layers above and below the pocket springs.

[lostfound]

Memory foam sinks down while you are laying on it.... essentially it's like sleeping on an old mattress with worn out springs, creating a dip in the bed.. when you stand up..the foam rises.. but when you lay on it, you're laying in a dip. I replaced my worn out bed, with a dip, and got anew memory now I'm still laying in a dip

[Ricci_CA]

I prefer memory foam because my old spring mattress caused me so much pain and aches throughout my entire body whereas the foam mattresses are so much comfier and don't have springs pushing into your back in your sleep

[garydunken]

I hate memory form as main cushion base as I get the feeling like sinking into it. I prefer some medium firmness rather than being too soft.

[teachmehowtodoge]

This video is legendary. Thanks for the great info.

[cowboyfunkk]

I really want a memory foam mattress they’re so comfy

[hastensavoir]

How will a mattress feel like if it has Memory Foam, Latex and Pocket springs all @ the same time?

[Ixarus]

Why have either, when you can have both! - Me, the proud owner of a pocket spring/memory foam mattress.

[mobzdadon]

First night sleep on a shakespeare 3000 sprung pocket medium firm mattress incredible i started crying when i woke up i never had comfort nor sleep like this was truely amazing cant wait to go bed tonight

[christopheralex]

Thank you for making this a short to the point video. Most videos take about 10 to 20 minutes to explain anything lol

[Lloyd.B.]

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Good advice I think. All foams are rubbish, and sag eventually; even latex apparently. Everyone in the business must know this, and yet they plaster the stuff over everything - so then when it sags they can try and sell you a whole new mattress; even if the springs are fine inside if it has them. I think the best bet is to get a pocket sprung mattress with natural layers. Then get a topper maybe, and if that sags you can just get a new one rather than a whole new mattress.

[larrytate]

The difference is memory foam uses memory foam and pocketed coils use pocketed coils.

[NavShay]

Memory is the worst thing that happened to mattresses. After a while your foam mattress will be uneven and you will develop back pain and discomfort. I threw away mine after 3 months.

[Foodies]

B/t form bed an spring bed, wic his more comfortable an durable plc?

[aravindbhagath]

I have king size valevag IKEA mattress. The problem with the sprung spring mattress is that when you sleep in the edges, mattress sloping causing me to roll out of the bed. This is really annoying. Sleeping in the center is fine but in the edges is a very problematic.Anyone experienced this issue?

[philly]

Thank you for this video, much appreciated!

[razvanafloarei]

What about hybrid mattresses? So you basically say that pocket spring mattresses are better?

[biba]

If u like pain caused by presure go for pocket springs.

[toliadis]

I want to make my own homemade matress about 20cm...what kind of foam must i buy?i want 3-4 different foam numbers in that matress...what type of foam or what number of foam must i have to make this?i want to make one matress not very hard or very soft, but normal ....

[sethother]

What do you mean by "natural layers above and below the pocket springs?"

[underdogunchained]

So I assume Glencraft sell pocket spring mattresses judging by the bias 🤔