A topper such as a memory foam one, gives your bed extra support if you have an older bed but can't afford a new mattress, whereas a pad is something that protects your mattress & keeps it from getting damaged, wet, or dirty, & are washable & fit like a bottom sheet. But a topper has absolutely no protection, so you should consider getting both.
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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.
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There are many types of mattress pads and covers for everyone's level of comfort. A pad, topper, or cover can add more padding to the bed.
If you are referring to a mattress protector or a cover, there should be no problem as this will help prolong the life of your mattress and the mattress topper. A mattress "pad" and a "topper" are basically the same. They are thin foams placed on top of the mattress to improve sleep comfort or hide the indentations in the mattress. If are adding another thin layer of mattress pad, just make sure it suits your comfort preferences well.
It depends on the thickness of the pad, if the person using the pad is overweight, and if the mattress underneath the pad is already worn out and sagging or lumpy. Most pads last 1.5-3 years.
Memory foam mattress pads can be found at any store that sells mattresses like Leons or The Brick. As well Ebay also has a selection of mattress pad toppers that can be purchased at reasonable prices.
A mattress pad is normally a fabric, quilted cover with elastic corners. They're typically 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. A mattress TOPPER, on the other hand, made from visco-elastic memory foam is a much thicker pad, usually 2-4 inches thick.
If you put it over the memory foam, it get hot whiels you sleep so i say put it under
Yes, you can use an electric blanket with a memory foam mattress topper. You might actually enjoy the feel of the mattress more when using an electric blanket because they often times feel different depending on the tempurature.
It is not recommended to use an electric mattress pad with a memory foam mattress or topper.
Yes, but these days most "standard" sheets are labeled "deep pocket." If you have a thick mattress topper, you'll need "extra deep pocket" sheets. It's best to measure your mattress with the topper in place, then look for sheets with the mattress depth on the package. If all else fails, just buy flat sheets and make your bed Hotel style, tucking the corners.