skip to main content

The Kitchen Table

What to do w/ “Memory” Foam? — from mattress toppers?

last year

It’s almost all good. Clean.

How is it that I have so much of it? Well, maybe I am an optimist, or a slow learner. 🙄

I kept buying Memory Foam mattress toppers to cover a firm-ish Aloe Vera brand dense firm foam mattress. I always cover all mattresses and toppersto protect them and to add comfort.

Unfortunately, these ”Memory Foam” toppers justdo not hold up. They bottom out and flatten out. Afterthe last, thick, short-lived one failed, I found myself sleeping in a gully. I just replaced the nearly new thing with a 3-inch organic latex topper.

I called an amimal rescue place and left a message a month ago, offering to maake them sized, covered crate mattresses. I did not hear back and I know they must be busy, as am I. In the past, I have made chair cushions for ea few bony elderly people who were developing sciatic nerve compression. The cushions helped them.

I guess I could go into the cushion business, or I could just dust bin the three queen-sized toppers.

Mostly, Except for saving out a few pieces, I want them GONE.

Any suggestions? Thanks.

PS I’m sure that there are many bony butted people suffering from sciatica and attributing it to their spine when it is nerve compression from not having adequate chair cushions.

Featured Answer

foodonastump

last year

last modified: last year

Chop them up, put them in pillow cases, put on a blue shirt and cross necklace, sell, make a small fortune, STOP!!! Do NOT get into politics. Do NOT spread conspiracy theories. Do NOT get sued and lose all you built up.

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (11)

nicole
last year
We "had" one, king sized, we used for camping. Rolled it up & offered it on CL.
petalique thanked nicole
Elmer J Fudd
last year
What I do is leave it in the stores that sell it.

Should I encounter some in my home, I'd discard it.
petalique thanked Elmer J Fudd
Related Discussions
mattress topper: latex vs. memory foam? 1' vs. 2'?
Q
Comments (11)
The topper is just a temporary fix. You will usually start to feel the discomfort again when in a couple of years. Usually people buy too hard of a mattress and they don't get the support that you need. When you lay on a mattress it should conform to you back or side. Lay on the mattress the same way that you sleep. Never go shopping for a mattress by price. Find the comfort that you like and then talk price with the salesperson. In general, I tell my customers to plan on spending at least $1200.00 for a new mattress. Again, don't use this as a guide to shop with, but more as an eye opener to be ready for the price. Most people would be happier on Platinum Dreams, Restonic, or Simmons. These are my favorite brands in order. If you would like to ask me more questions directly my email is rsmit@pmbedroomgallery.com Good luck
...See More
Memory foam topper - zones?
Q
Comments (6)
I bought ours several years ago and we love it! I then went on to buy one for our guest room bed and one for our daughter's bed. When DS was in grad school, we bought him one for that bed. Two years ago, I sent one to my parents for their Florida home and they tell me that they've never slept better than they do on this topper. They went out and bought one for their Michigan place, as they said they couldn't sleep without one anymore (LOL!). All have the different comfort body zones. The only suggestion I can give you is to buy the 2" or 3" toppers and not the thicker ones. When I was looking for mine, several people on a decorating forum like this told that they'd purchased the thicker ones and none of their fitted sheets would fit over them. All of the ones we now have are 2 1/2" or 3" and the fitted sheets work fine with them. Lynn
...See More
how to clean memory foam mattress topper?
Q
Comments (6)
I would spot clean it with lots of water and hand rinsing. Then squeeze it as dry as possible with clean towels then hang it outside to dry and air completely. It may take more than a day to complete, but bring it in each night to avoid rewetting it with dew. I wash all kinds of weird things in my washing machines, but I think I would draw the line at that, both for fear of damaging the bedding, but also for fear of overwhelming my machine when it became fully saturated. HTH, Molly
...See More
Best memory foam mattress topper/seller?
Q
Comments (11)
Thank you all -- Geez, there is a world of info out there now...I had checked *some* threads here, but they were so-so...don't think I saw terri's thread. That link was great, walkin. Oddly enough, we decided to get a 1" Venus pad at overstock--I think they're there because Foamex went out of business--amazing discount. If we need any more thickness (I know 1" is very odd, but it's 8 lb. foam), we'll get another less dense pad for on top of it. Should be very interesting to see how it's different from what we have now. I'll keep the idea of the thick quilted mattress pad, tracey -- that might be a great way to address the heat issue. I also read on one of the gweb threads that if you put shelf liner under the pad, it will keep it from shifting around on the bed. Great! I have too much Ikea shelf liner I bought in the as-is section a few years ago -- so I know what I'll do with it now :)
...See More
Mystical Manns
last year
Take them to a thrift store and donate.
petalique thanked Mystical Manns
petalique
Original Author
last year
^^?

Cotton batting, silk, rags, humming birdfeathers, goose down, stuffed nylon stockings then?

Memory and Tempur-pedic (tm) type foam has a lot of good uses. Many hospital and long term care patients would likely have a lot of ulcerated pressure sores without it.

Most automobile care seats have some sort of poly- foam. Couches, chairs, baby car seats and so on.
dedtired
last year
I’m afraid dogs would just chew memory foam to bits.

I have one I love and it has not compressed. I bought it on A and the brand is Milliard. Its two inches thick. Ive had it 11 years. I do switch it top to bottom.
petalique thanked dedtired
olychick
last year
I would list them on Facebook freecycle, buy nothing type sites. they will be gone quickly!
petalique thanked olychick
Mystical Manns
last year
I'm not sure what your comment ... Cotton batting, silk, rags, humming birdfeathers, goose down, stuffed nylon stockings then? ... has to do with recycling a foam mattress topper.

But memory foam bedding toppers are popular at the thrift store where I work. Purchased very quickly. People with older mattresses are often looking for toppers.

Crafty shoppers do buy cotton batting, and any fabrics we get in. We bag up worn towels and washcloths and sell the bags for $3 as "rag bags." They also go quickly.
petalique thanked Mystical Manns
sjerin
last year
If you buy another, you might consider a 100% latex topper. I’ve been using the same one on my side of the bed for at least 10 years now and it works just dandy.
petalique thanked sjerin
sjerin
last year
^^^ 🤣 Food!
petalique thanked sjerin
petalique
Original Author
last year
Food, so funny.

lawnmower chop? Blender? I would have to find a huge cross.

Related Stories

HEALTHY HOME Natural Beds: How to Shop for a Greener Mattress

By Laura Gaskill

Before bouncing from store to store, start here to find the right chemical-free mattress for you

FURNITURE Smart Shopper: How to Buy a Mattress

Confusing options, hair-raising prices, haggling ... Our guide can keep you from losing sleep over mattress shopping

HOUSEKEEPING How to Clean and Care for Your Mattress

By Bonnie McCarthy

Find out what you should do to protect your mattress from dust, moisture and stains

BEDROOMS Rest Easy: Myth Busting for Bedding and Mattresses

By Tiffany Carboni

We put to bed some of the misconceptions that may be keeping you from a good night's sleep

BEDROOMS The Right Mattress: The Secret to a Great Night’s Sleep

By Sophie Baylis

We spend a third of our lives asleep, so investing in a quality mattress is essential. Check out this expert advice to help you choose yours

DECORATING GUIDES Lose It: How to Get Rid of a Mattress

By Vanessa Brunner

Updating your bedroom? Here's how to donate, reuse or recycle that mattress — and keep it out of the landfill

DECORATING GUIDES From Queasy Colors to Killer Tables: Your Worst Decorating Mistakes

Houzzers spill the beans about buying blunders, painting problems and DIY disasters

MATERIALS Insulation Basics: What to Know About Spray Foam

By Mariana Pickering (Emu Building Science)

Learn what exactly spray foam is, the pros and cons of using it and why you shouldn’t mess around with installation

REMODELING GUIDES Get What You Need From the House You Have

By SPACE Architects + Planners

6 ways to rethink your house and get that extra living space you need now

BEDROOMS Get More From Your Bed (Storage, for Starters)

By Lisa Higgins

Find space for all your stuff — and maybe even a seat, a writing desk or another sleep spot — by cozying up to a multipurpose bed

Sponsored

28 Reviews

Franklin County's Preferred Custom Cabinetry & Design Studio

More Discussions

Weekend Music Part 2 - Pain

26

Smile today -8/23/26

5

Pizza art and science

10

Monday's Daily Quiz

7

Hose spigot/bibb recs

3