Issues affecting the industry in 2004 included a significant increase in steel prices, which was expected to push mattress prices higher.

Typically, a box spring is a combination of wood and steel springs that act like a shock absorber for a traditional spring mattress. a foundation is more of a solid structure , for use with a latex or memory foam mattress, it has been recommended that the foundation is used with the foam style mattress and the box springs purchased with the spring style mattress when buying a new set

When your mattress grows too old to use, the upcoming purchase can be daunting, and sometimes you may try to prolong its inevitable discarding. Using mattress toppers or a protector is good to use to prolong your mattress life, but not when it's nearing its end. If your old mattress is already showing signs of aging and reducing your sleep quality, a mattress topper won't work a miracle. However, a mattress topper is an excellent mattress accessory upgrade when installed on a new mattress or a while after purchase. You may have the best mattress, but if it has lost its capabilities over time, there's not much you can do except discard it.

Prices of a Tempurpedic mattress pad ranges from $79 for a mattress protector to $299 for a mattress topper for times when a Tempurpedic mattress is not convenient.

An air mattress is a mattress inflated with air, and used as a temporary or permanent bed.