The firmness of foam is a
crucial factor affecting sleep quality, comfort, and spinal health. Choosing the right
mattress or pillow, such as those offered by ONSEN®, should take into account the
individual needs and preferences of each user. The appropriate foam firmness provides
full comfort, but also supports the health and longevity of the products. The best firmness is
around 6.5/10, as it meets the needs of
97% of the population. Generally, only young and athletic individuals who
sleep on their stomachs might consider choosing firmer mattresses.
Investing in
high-quality products ensures healthy sleep, resulting in
improved well-being throughout the day, which impacts productivity. Therefore, it is worth spending time on education and selecting the
best mattress to provide the best conditions for regeneration and rest.
It's important to note that
some stores try to discredit knowledge about foams. Some sellers deliberately
mislead consumers, openly claiming that foam parameters do not exist. Others say that only the
density parameter exists, and firmness is a myth. Mattress firmness is often presented as
H2 or H3, which aims to confuse customers.
Remember, the complete
foam parameter should consist of a letter designation (V, T, or HR) and a four-digit sequence, where the first two digits indicate
density in kg/m³, and the next two digits indicate
firmness in kPa. In some cases, it may have three digits for
firmness in N, resulting in a five-digit sequence. A well-informed consumer is more reasonable when
buying a mattress, giving themselves a chance to make the right choice.
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.