Why would you buy a latex foam mattress instead of the memory foam mattress that are so popular these days? What are the benefits of one over the other?

First of all, on the whole a latex foam mattress is a good deal cheaper than a memory foam mattress.

Second, it has been established that latex foam mattresses do a better job of keeping away the little creatures that create allergens, such as dust mites. Latex foam mattresses are more effective in this than any other type of mattress.

It’s important to realize that dust mites aren’t only a problem if you already are allergic. It’s been known for a long time that the abundant presence of the allergens created by dust mites can cause a healthy person to develop an allergy.

Considering that the presence of dust mites have increased a great deal nowadays due to modern houses being isolated better, it is important that you do everything you can to keep dust mites away. The single best thing you can do for this, is choosing the right mattress. There’s probably no other place in your home that dust mites like better than your mattress. It’s warm, moist and there’s plenty of food for them in the form of small skin remains.

In terms of comfort, latex foam mattresses and memory foam mattresses are roughly comparable. Both are available in all possible types, sizes and colors. If you know that the former are cheaper and healthier at the same time, I would say the choice is simple.

Some other benefits of latex foam mattresses are:

• Good distribution of pressure

• Good circulation

• No need to be flipped

• No sagging

• Difficult to move (very heavy)

• Great lifespan

There’s one thing that you should watch out for. If your mattress is not made of high quality latex, it can develop body impressions and lumps. Paying a little more for a good mattress is worth it. It will last much longer. You spend a third of your life on a mattress so don’t be penny-wise and pound-foolish!

Also, while latex is originally a product of nature – won by tapping rubber trees – some latex foam mattresses are produced from synthetic rubber. This is something to watch out for if you appreciate the added value of a natural, organic product.