Laser-Target Your Comfort with Zoned Toppers and Mattresses

As the science of sleep continues to evolve, we learn more and more about the impact of a mattress on our bodies and the resulting rest we get. The concept that each body has its own unique set of requirements has been around for years, but is slowly becoming old news, as people realize different areas on the body have unique requirements as well. This increased understanding is now being addressed with zoned foam mattresses.

Zoned mattresses target different areas of the body with varying levels of firmness and softness, based on the pressure generated, giving the sleeper the best rest possible. This helps achieve better body alignment and sleeping posture. Many zoned sleep systems come in foam pillow form like mattress toppers and soft mattress pads, but entire mattresses that blend different firmnesses and feels are entering the market as well.

The idea behind zone-comfort is centered around the different levels of pressure a body generates. On a completely flat surface, areas like shoulders, hips, and heels need more cushioning than low-pressure areas like necks and legs. Firm foam around high-pressure areas gives needed support, while soft foam cradles the low-pressure spots, enforcing better body alignment.

Zoned mattress toppers are made through computer controlled compression cuts, while a full zoned bed like a split queen mattress is made of multiple blocks of foam adhered together. If you have difficulty getting your best sleep, your issues may be better targeted with a zoned mattress setup.