This is the section where we take our mattress geek credentials to new levels. In your journey to finding the right mattress the science of mattresses will be wheeled out to baffle, confuse and wear you into submission!

The Science behind Mattresses by John Ryan ContemporaryHere we take the main topics in this area, such as off-gassing, foam ingredients, weight limits for mattress types and so forth and give you the details. If you’re desperate to get the basics then please read our top 5 tips, for the more scientific and fellow geek readership, please peruse our other detailed posts below! 

 

 

Top 5 Science of Mattress Tips

Off-gassing and toxins

Fire retardant methods and compliance

Dust Mites

Comfort Zones: The Frankenstein mattress

What’s the best mattress for a bad back?

Foam Data Sheets

Densities and Hardness of Foam