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Topic: Memory foam mattress
Posted: 06 Feb 2010 at 7:16pm

Yep, those are the ones that will cause people to sweat. I have fibromyalgia and I need something that is soft and the memory foam helps me sleep better at night.

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Posted: 06 Feb 2010 at 7:10pm

We just returned from Florida where we rented a beach house- The master bed had a 10 or 12 inch Serta memory foam mattress and it was incredibly comfy- but I'm sure pricey! Not at all hot, in fact I felt like it worked to keep all pressure points evenly distributed without "hot spots". I loved it, but John had a hard time getting out of bed because there was no firm area to push off the side. He said he felt as if the bed "sucked him in".

Not so, however, with the 3 inch Therapedic memory foam topper we have in the Rpod. Combined with our dinette pillows, we both think it is more comfortable than our mattress with a feather bed topper at home. Be careful, though, not to get a regular foam or an "egg crate" foam topper- they attract mold and mildew- horrible especially for people with allergies.

John and Linda
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Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 5:54pm

Our last TT had 5" cushions and they were great. We added a 2" memory foam on top and we were very comfy. I would say it would depend on your comfort level and the density. If you check on line for foam companies they will give you an idea what is best for certain situations. If we were to replace our cushions today it would be with the 5" cushions and a medium density. We do not like a hard bed. One inch can make a big difference. If you have a company that sells foam close to you, I would suggest visiting one and they will usually have samples for you to try. Foam for cushions comes in a few densities (eg...sofa, beds, RV's etc.)
Here is one web site to start at: (I just typed in "foam")

http:///www.foambymail.com/

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Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 12:12pm

We're going to add a feather bed topper. The mattress if fine but I've been warned it won't be fine for long. I don't like the chemicalness of foam. Ermm

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Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 8:47am

TerryM , we have a 6"foam mattress with the top 1 1/2 " memory foam. The 6" thickness is good for us we would"t need any thicker. I think that different foam mattresses have different foam densities they may have different support. A 4" may be good depends upon the foam and the weight of the one useing it. David

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Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 4:59am

I have the RP-175 model R-Pod. I guess you could see that. But anyway, if I were to do away with the factory mattress, what thickness should I get?

Terry

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Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 1:32am

We bought a 9" foam from Bed-In-A-Box. Don't find it hot, just oh so comfy!

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Posted: 04 Feb 2010 at 9:29pm

We have memory foam toppers on all of our beds at home and in Rbug. Memory foam does not make you feel warm, it is your conventional foam that causes the body to feel hot and for some ppl sweat. Visco, memory foam, Tempurpedic are all made from the same material, and like conventional foam, they have a density rating too, which is why you will find prices vary. During my extensive search for a topper, it was recommended by many to get at least 3" to have the best comfort. We have 2" and 3" and do prefer the 3" topper. You can get 7" mattresses that will have a 2-3" memory foam topper on top of conventional foam. The Tempurpedic mattresses are solid, very expensive, and hard when you lay on them, but soften up some when your body heat warms it up. All memory foam toppers, when the weather is cooler, you will find them to feel very firm and then soften from your body heat, and when they do they are sooooo comfy and cozy. It is all personal preference. Good luck.

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Posted: 04 Feb 2010 at 4:10pm

We added a 4" Serta Memory Foam Topper and loved it. We bought it several weeks before we picked up the R-Pod and never had an issue with odor. It was so comfortable! Don loves his afternoon siesta and always looked forward to laying down and relaxing. We picked up the camper in July and never noticed the bed being too warm. I would never want to give it up. If you get a good one, you will not be sorry! We purchased ours from Overstock.com and it was very reasonable and included contour memory foam pillows too.

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yizit Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 25 Feb 2009 Location: Wis. Dells, WI Online Status: Offline Posts: 663	Topic: Memory foam mattress Posted: 06 Feb 2010 at 7:16pm
	Yep, those are the ones that will cause people to sweat. I have fibromyalgia and I need something that is soft and the memory foam helps me sleep better at night.
	Former owner of 2009 172 Darlene & Jim, Ewok our Lhasa Roada our 2004 Roadtrek C190Popular

Tusten Traveler Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 22 Jul 2009 Location: Catskills NY Online Status: Offline Posts: 235	Posted: 06 Feb 2010 at 7:10pm
	We just returned from Florida where we rented a beach house- The master bed had a 10 or 12 inch Serta memory foam mattress and it was incredibly comfy- but I'm sure pricey! Not at all hot, in fact I felt like it worked to keep all pressure points evenly distributed without "hot spots". I loved it, but John had a hard time getting out of bed because there was no firm area to push off the side. He said he felt as if the bed "sucked him in". Not so, however, with the 3 inch Therapedic memory foam topper we have in the Rpod. Combined with our dinette pillows, we both think it is more comfortable than our mattress with a feather bed topper at home. Be careful, though, not to get a regular foam or an "egg crate" foam topper- they attract mold and mildew- horrible especially for people with allergies.
	John and Linda One 14 lb Cockapoo 2010 RPod 174

yizit Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 25 Feb 2009 Location: Wis. Dells, WI Online Status: Offline Posts: 663	Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 5:54pm
	Our last TT had 5" cushions and they were great. We added a 2" memory foam on top and we were very comfy. I would say it would depend on your comfort level and the density. If you check on line for foam companies they will give you an idea what is best for certain situations. If we were to replace our cushions today it would be with the 5" cushions and a medium density. We do not like a hard bed. One inch can make a big difference. If you have a company that sells foam close to you, I would suggest visiting one and they will usually have samples for you to try. Foam for cushions comes in a few densities (eg...sofa, beds, RV's etc.) Here is one web site to start at: (I just typed in "foam") http:///www.foambymail.com/
	Former owner of 2009 172 Darlene & Jim, Ewok our Lhasa Roada our 2004 Roadtrek C190Popular

Guests Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Guest Group	Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 4:55pm
	WE DID BEDINABOX ALSO ITS GREAT!

sylviablue Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 07 Jan 2010 Location: Costa Rica Online Status: Offline Posts: 152	Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 12:12pm
	We're going to add a feather bed topper. The mattress if fine but I've been warned it won't be fine for long. I don't like the chemicalness of foam.
	four peas

David and Danette Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 24 Nov 2009 Online Status: Offline Posts: 1222	Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 8:47am
	TerryM , we have a 6"foam mattress with the top 1 1/2 " memory foam. The 6" thickness is good for us we would"t need any thicker. I think that different foam mattresses have different foam densities they may have different support. A 4" may be good depends upon the foam and the weight of the one useing it. David
	2018 Vista Cruiser 19BFD (2018- 2012 Vibe 6503 (2014-2019) 2009 r-pod 171 (2009-2014) Middle Tn 2014 Ram 1500 Quad cab

TerryM Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Admin Group - pHp Joined: 16 Nov 2009 Location: Saint Augustine Online Status: Offline Posts: 1950	Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 4:59am
	I have the RP-175 model R-Pod. I guess you could see that. But anyway, if I were to do away with the factory mattress, what thickness should I get? Terry
	RP-175 W/Lift Kit 2011 Ford F-150 4X4 Saint Augustine, FL: The first permanent European settlement in the USA: 1565

VenturaDi Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 23 Dec 2009 Location: Ventura, CA Online Status: Offline Posts: 17	Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 1:32am
	We bought a 9" foam from Bed-In-A-Box. Don't find it hot, just oh so comfy!
	Diane 177 owner

yizit Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 25 Feb 2009 Location: Wis. Dells, WI Online Status: Offline Posts: 663	Posted: 04 Feb 2010 at 9:29pm
	We have memory foam toppers on all of our beds at home and in Rbug. Memory foam does not make you feel warm, it is your conventional foam that causes the body to feel hot and for some ppl sweat. Visco, memory foam, Tempurpedic are all made from the same material, and like conventional foam, they have a density rating too, which is why you will find prices vary. During my extensive search for a topper, it was recommended by many to get at least 3" to have the best comfort. We have 2" and 3" and do prefer the 3" topper. You can get 7" mattresses that will have a 2-3" memory foam topper on top of conventional foam. The Tempurpedic mattresses are solid, very expensive, and hard when you lay on them, but soften up some when your body heat warms it up. All memory foam toppers, when the weather is cooler, you will find them to feel very firm and then soften from your body heat, and when they do they are sooooo comfy and cozy. It is all personal preference. Good luck.
	Former owner of 2009 172 Darlene & Jim, Ewok our Lhasa Roada our 2004 Roadtrek C190Popular

Mary and Don Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 28 Nov 2009 Location: OH & FL Online Status: Offline Posts: 22	Posted: 04 Feb 2010 at 4:10pm
	We added a 4" Serta Memory Foam Topper and loved it. We bought it several weeks before we picked up the R-Pod and never had an issue with odor. It was so comfortable! Don loves his afternoon siesta and always looked forward to laying down and relaxing. We picked up the camper in July and never noticed the bed being too warm. I would never want to give it up. If you get a good one, you will not be sorry! We purchased ours from Overstock.com and it was very reasonable and included contour memory foam pillows too.