Memory foam mattress
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Topic: Memory foam mattress
Posted By: photog
Subject: Memory foam mattress
Date Posted: 04 Feb 2010 at 12:24pm
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We were going to order a memory foam mattress but someone advised against it. What we need to know from someone who has slept on one is whether it is too warm for comfort or not.
Take care, ------------- Heinrich and Elly 2010 Dodge Dakota Crew Cab 2010 Prime Time Tracer 205M |
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Posted By: David and Danette
Date Posted: 04 Feb 2010 at 12:45pm
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Photog , we replaced our 171 coil spring mattress with a 6" foam mattress. The top layer has 1 1/2" of memory foam, and we do not find that to warm. But it does have a chemical smell to it when the camper has been closed up for a while. Hopefully that will go away in time. When we are camping and the camper has been opened up in use, the smell goes away. David ------------- 2018 Vista Cruiser 19BFD (2018- 2012 Vibe 6503 (2014-2019) 2009 r-pod 171 (2009-2014) Middle Tn 2014 Ram 1500 Quad cab |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 04 Feb 2010 at 1:09pm
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We put a 3" memory foam on top of the existing mattress and enjoy it. We used it on our home mattress until we bought a pillow top mattress and didn't need it anymore. If you buy a new one it will have a smell for a while but it goes away. We aired ours out for a week and then after a month of use we didn't notice it anymore.
------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual 
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Posted By: Mary and Don
Date Posted: 04 Feb 2010 at 4:10pm
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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. ------------- |
Posted By: yizit
Date Posted: 04 Feb 2010 at 9:29pm
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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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Former owner of 2009 172 Darlene & Jim, Ewok our Lhasa Roada our 2004 Roadtrek C190Popular |
Posted By: VenturaDi
Date Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 1:32am
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We bought a 9" foam from Bed-In-A-Box. Don't find it hot, just oh so comfy!
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Posted By: TerryM
Date Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 4:59am
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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 |
Posted By: David and Danette
Date Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 8:47am
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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 |
Posted By: sylviablue
Date 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. 
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Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 4:55pm
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Posted By: yizit
Date Posted: 05 Feb 2010 at 5:54pm
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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/ - http:///www.foambymail.com/ -------------
Former owner of 2009 172 Darlene & Jim, Ewok our Lhasa Roada our 2004 Roadtrek C190Popular |
Posted By: Tusten Traveler
Date Posted: 06 Feb 2010 at 7:10pm
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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.
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Posted By: yizit
Date Posted: 06 Feb 2010 at 7:16pm
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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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Former owner of 2009 172 Darlene & Jim, Ewok our Lhasa Roada our 2004 Roadtrek C190Popular |