High-elasticity foam mattress – pros and cons

Mattresses made of high-resilience foam, also known as HR (high resilience) mattresses, are among the best solutions available on the market. Thanks to their unique properties, they provide healthy sleep, durability, and excellent spinal support that memory foam cannot offer. Compared to other types of mattresses, functional high-resilience mattresses offer unmatched user comfort. This category also includes the Osaka Air mattress, which is winning the hearts of users.

The numerous advantages of HR mattresses make them a perfect choice. However, this is only true when the density and firmness of the foam are properly selected. Additionally, they must be of the appropriate height and high quality. The mattress design should also include memory foam, but in the second layer.

As our readers know, HR foam is distinguished by its flexibility and its high ability to adapt to the natural curves of the body without the sinking effect. Mattresses made of this material support the spine evenly, regardless of the sleeping position. This allows for complete regeneration without the sensation of back or neck pain.

High-resilience foam responds to pressure, but not to temperature. It also has the right bounce, which affects the dynamics of the mattress as well as its stability. It does not behave like memory foam, which sinks and does not support the body. It maintains its properties all year round, regardless of ambient temperature changes. This makes HR mattresses ideal both for people with orthopedic problems and for those who value uncompromising sleeping comfort.

The open-cell structure of high-resilience foam allows for free air circulation, preventing body overheating during sleep. This is crucial for individuals prone to night sweating, but not exclusively. Additionally, this design minimizes the risk of developing mold, dust mites, and other allergens, making it excellent for allergy sufferers. The high breathability of HR foam also enhances its durability. Thanks to constant air circulation, the foam does not deform or deteriorate, ensuring years of use.

Functional mattresses made of open-cell foam are characterized by exceptional durability. Unlike cheaper solutions such as T-type foam, they do not deform or lose their spinal support properties. Investing in such a mattress guarantees long-lasting comfort and savings, as they do not need to be replaced frequently.

Although high-resilience foam mattresses essentially have no disadvantages, the problem can be their sales. Specifically, the lack of transparency in the market is also associated with a low level of consumer education in the country. Many manufacturers and sellers mislead consumers, often leading to disappointment after purchase.

Most manufacturers, though it is against the regulations, stubbornly refuse to provide customers with precise data on density and firmness of the foam, which makes it difficult for consumers to compare products. This is crucial as the foam parameters have a key impact on the comfort and durability of the mattress. Transparency in this area should be the standard, but unfortunately, it is still rare. Consumers are often falsely told that T foam is high-resilience foam.

Some companies apply restrictions in their return policies, which simply harms the consumers. A mattress needs to be tested in home conditions, and this requires time. Too short a trial period, and more often no possibility of return, are particularly unfriendly practices towards customers.

Unfavorable and irrational warranty conditions, such as the requirement to keep the packaging intact, are only intended to deliberately complicate the use of consumer protection. Additionally, many companies introduce hidden clauses that prevent claims in the event of many possible mattress defects, which is an unfair practice.

HR foam mattresses are sometimes offered at absurdly high prices, disproportionate to their actual value. Although not as high as visco mattresses, whose prices are even higher. Consumers cover large margins of sellers and advertising costs, which are not related to quality. Always remember that the quality of a mattress does not go hand in hand with its price, which should be balanced. It is not possible to produce a good mattress at too low a price, but there is also a ceiling. Above a certain point, you are only dealing with the margin of the store or manufacturer, which does not necessarily reflect high quality.

The ability to make an informed choice based on knowledge is the foundation of the purchasing decision. This lets you know that the Osaka Air high-resilience mattress is a solution nearly without equal. It ensures a healthy sleep, durability, and exceptional comfort, making it an excellent investment for anyone who wants to care for their health and comfort for many years to come. Its unique properties, such as breathability, body adaptability, and resistance to deformation, translate into flawless perfection.

ONSEN® is a Polish and transparent brand that combines excellent quality with a fair approach to consumers. Investing in the Osaka Air mattress made from four types of HR foam and one type of V foam, as well as a ventilation system and flexible cover, is a significant step towards better health and sleep quality. By choosing our brand's product, you gain comfort, durability, and certainty that your sleep is in the best hands.

We also encourage you to explore other articles on the best sleep and health blog, as well as the Encyclopedia of Healthy Sleep prepared by the ONSEN® team of specialists. For those who care about spine health, we recommend a set of spine exercises prepared by our physiotherapist.