I read mixed reviews/answers for using this on memory foam. Will this protector cause memory foam beds to be too hot?
997816
This protector does not make the mattress any hotter; memory foam mattresses are always naturally warmer than traditional mattresses. This mattress protector will give you the same result as using the manufacturer's mattress cover.
997817
We have a 4 inch gel memory foam topper on our bed with the protector and it is fine. Do not notice any heat issues at all.
998009
Yes, we actually use it on a memory foam bed. So far it has been great, and is cooler than our last mattress pad. I have never spilled anything on it, so I don't know if it's truly waterproof for sure.
1388817
I am currently using it with a memory foam mattress and have had no problem yet. I turn it on high for about a half hour before I go to bed and then either turn it down or all the way off, so mine isn't on the high setting for very long.
690780
I am using it only in a hot, humid climate in Hawaii. I wouldn't advise using it on a heated mattress pad, my impression is that it would probably sag and deteriorate rapidly with applied heat. Body heat is enough to keep it warm...don't chance it. You could check the flammable rating with the company, I suppose to be sure after you have established what your heated mattress pad puts out in btu's per hour. Just a thought.
2161225
Yes, this mattress does get hot. There are times when the topside of my body feels slightly too cold, while the bottom side in contact with the mattress is burning. We're in northern California, where it's not even that hot outside. Currently trying to figure out ways to cool down the sleep situation. We will probably try putting a quilt between the mattress and mattress pad so our skin is further away from the mattress. This somewhat defeats the purpose of a memory foam mattress though.
1842367
Yes, it works. I bought mine to cover over my memory foam mattress and it provides "airiness" to the memory foam top and it's quite comfy. The pocket is also deep enough to cover my very thick mattress.
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Elvin, I use it on memory foam that has holes for air circulation, so it's supposed to stay cool. The mattress is okay on its own, and better yet with topper, but the difference is not that great. Couldn't say how it would perform on Tempurpedic. I think in general these memory foam toppers are designed for use on regular mattresses, not mattresses that are already foam. Also, it's thicker than you think: your bed will be a lot higher and you have to make sure your fitted sheet can cover it. Wish I could be more specific on Tempurpedic. My best guess is that it will help, but I can't honestly say how much. Good luck! Elvin, I use it on memory foam that has holes for air circulation, so it's supposed to stay cool. The mattress is okay on its own, and better yet with topper, but the difference is not that great. Couldn't say how it would perform on Tempurpedic. I think in general these memory foam toppers are designed for use on regular mattresses, not mattresses that are already foam. Also, it's thicker than you think: your bed will be a lot higher and you have to make sure your fitted sheet can cover it. Wish I could be more specific on Tempurpedic. My best guess is that it will help, but I can't... » Read More Elvin, I use it on memory foam that has holes for air circulation, so it's supposed to stay cool. The mattress is okay on its own, and better yet with topper, but the difference is not that great. Couldn't say how it would perform on Tempurpedic. I think in general these memory foam toppers are designed for use on regular mattresses, not mattresses that are already foam. Also, it's thicker than you think: your bed will be a lot higher and you have to make sure your fitted sheet can cover it. Wish I could be more specific on Tempurpedic. My best guess is that it will help, but I can't honestly say how much. Good luck! « Show Less
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I love this mattress pad, but I purchased because my new gel memory foam mattress was hot. My husband doesn't seems to have an issue, I'm still warm!
1880977
The way it is set up under the sheet it will blow the cool air over the top of the mattress pad and under the sheet. Couldn't imagine it would make that much of a difference but I do not have a memory foam so can't give you a definite answer on that. Sorry
260787
We recommend you do not use either electric blankets or heating pads with our memory foam toppers. The memory foam material responds to your body temperature, and the additional heat from electric blankets or heating pads causes the mattress to respond to that heat instead of conforming to your body. Longer periods of exposure to the heat from electric blankets or heating pads may damage the memory foam material.
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YES, I have one of these on my Tempermatic mattress for ten years now. Today I took it off to inspect it. The mattress is like NEW. Not a spot on it. But I will say one thing DO NOT try to wash the protector pad. Mine said I could, I FOLLOWED THE INSTRUCTIONS to the letter. I washed it alone and dryed it alone. It came out without 50% of the rubber backing or what ever it was.I can still use it on my bed BUT it would be not as effected as it once it wasI will be buying another one today
289870
I don't have a temperpedic (but my mattress does have a layer of memory foam) but I don't believe this pad is a "thermal" as you described. This pad was designed to breath...not sure how they do that considering it is supposed to be water proof. I'm laying on it now reading and I can feel it warm up, so there is some transfer of body heat. However, it doesn't make me hot and uncomfortable and I run hot sleeping. The sides are a mesh fabric...probably where it gets its air from. It is relatively inexpensive so I would probably give it a try and return it if you are unhappy with the purchase. If you are using Prime the return is free if you drive it to the delivery service it was delivered to you from...UPS or USPS. I've done it several times and never had a problem. I haven't washed it yet so I don't know how it will hold up but it seems nicely made. Good luck to you.
2011539
No. It doesn't seem to retain heat like memory foam, but haven't gone thru a Seattle Summer (whatever that is) yet.
1268509
It hadn't occurred to me to use anything other than a nice mattress pad . . . either waterproof or not . . . since the mattress meets my "softness" requirements. I truly think that anything thicker, like some sort of topper, would defeat the purpose of the memory foam. The memory foam is designed to closely conform to the contours of the body, so I would not recommend putting a substantial barrier between myself and the top of the mattress. My previous mattress was the 7" version of the mattress and I only used a regular mattress pad for protection of its surface, as I have with this one. I hope this is of help to you.P.S. The 12" has proved to be much more satisfactory to me. It hadn't occurred to me to use anything other than a nice mattress pad . . . either waterproof or not . . . since the mattress meets my "softness" requirements. I truly think that anything thicker, like some sort of topper, would defeat the purpose of the memory foam. The memory foam is designed to closely conform to the contours of the body, so I would not recommend putting a substantial barrier between myself and the top of the mattress. My previous mattress was the 7" version of the mattress and I only used a regular mattress pad for protection of its surface, as I have... » Read More It hadn't occurred to me to use anything other than a nice mattress pad . . . either waterproof or not . . . since the mattress meets my "softness" requirements. I truly think that anything thicker, like some sort of topper, would defeat the purpose of the memory foam. The memory foam is designed to closely conform to the contours of the body, so I would not recommend putting a substantial barrier between myself and the top of the mattress. My previous mattress was the 7" version of the mattress and I only used a regular mattress pad for protection of its surface, as I have with this one. I hope this is of help to you.P.S. The 12" has proved to be much more satisfactory to me. « Show Less
509839
It does make it warmer but not hot like the memory foam. I enjoy cool sleeping temps and I have no problem with this item.
2161220
I to was concerned about being to hot on a foam mattress. I am post menopausal and hot on any bed, however the foam is not any different then my regular bed for heat. I purchased a nice think mattress pad maybe that's helping.
358797
Sorry Rick I don't know. What does a heating pad do to a memory foam pillow?