Sleep technology has come a long way since coil mattresses first made their debut in the 1900s. Nowadays, mattress shoppers can select from memory foam, latex or hybrid combinations of these materials when selecting their new bed.
One of the newest innovations even allows self-cleaning! If you want to gain more insight into your sleep patterns, invest in a smart mattress which tracks heart rate and breathing patterns.
Celliant
Celliant is a blend of 13 thermoactive minerals infused into polyester fibers during manufacture, designed to absorb any energy you emit during sleep and convert it to infrared light energy, then recycle this energy back to you by penetrating layers of fabric to penetrate deep tissue layers for absorption by cells – improving blood flow while providing more oxygen than before to the cells – giving your body more fuel for daytime function and helping you feel energised and refreshed when you wake up!
Mattresses and bedding made with Celliant have been shown to promote better quality sleep. According to a pilot sleep study, those using mattresses made of Celliant fell asleep faster, slept an additional 18 minutes per night, and felt more revitalized in the morning than those using regular mattress filling materials.
Celliant differs from most materials that utilize infrared technology in that it does not feature an applied layer that wears away with each wash; rather, its technology is embedded directly within its textile base fabric so that it will continue functioning for as long as you need your mattress or blanket.
Stores across the globe feature bedding and mattresses equipped with Celliant technology, along with clothing such as gloves, jackets and wetsuits that incorporate this innovative material. Athletic shoes now incorporate Celliant technology for improved performance during high-profile events.
Nanotechnology
Nanotechnology, or engineering done at a subatomic level, has become an indispensable part of manufacturing mattresses. This technology employs tiny particles made up mostly of carbon that have hollow spheres or tubes for strength. Fullerenes and nanotubes are two terms used when discussing this form of engineering – each boasting their own set of benefits when used for mattress manufacturing. Nanotech helps produce mattresses that are more resilient, flexible, comfortable and resilient – essential qualities when creating comfortable sleep products such as mattresses.
Researchers from the University of Florida and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute developed a nanotech mattress using thin sheets of carbon tubes combined into foam-like substances that mimicked memory foam but had improved properties, including strength, resilience, and the ability to rebound when pressure is applied.
Nanotechnology in mattresses can also be implemented through using fibers with widths 1/1000th of human hair, which can be added to mattress fabric to form a soft yet protective layer that is easy to keep clean, while helping reduce staining on your mattress.
Plant-Based Foams
Plant-based mattresses might offer an eco-friendly option than memory foam; however, it’s important to remember that they still contain chemicals. As polyurethane must contain isocyanates that are not natural, any mattress labelled plant-based would likely use some percentage of plant material such as soy to manufacture their mattress. Soy production involves genetic modification that poses many disadvantages, from environmental concerns and human rights abuses, to increased pesticide and fertilizer usage that harms the environment and contributes to soil erosion.
Plant-based memory foam mattresses also feature cooling gel to regulate surface temperatures, and lumbar pads to provide support for your back. These layers conform to your body and help ensure a more restful sleep experience without getting stuck in any one position during sleep.
Owing to their plant-based makeup, plant-based mattresses are much safer than their polyurethane counterparts in terms of safety as they don’t contain harmful toxins such as formaldehyde and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which could harm your health. Furthermore, their open cell structure allows airflow through more easily.
Smart Mattresses
Smart mattresses are an excellent way for those looking to monitor and enhance their sleep while increasing comfort. Most smart mattresses feature built-in sensors for sleep tracking and some may offer features such as temperature regulation, cooling or firmness adjustment. Many also integrate seamlessly with smart home ecosystems and voice assistants like Alexa or Google Assistant so users can control its features directly from their phone.
Eight is an extremely popular smart mattress. This mattress’s cover contains embedded sensors to monitor sleep metrics and bedroom conditions such as light levels, temperature and humidity – these data points are uploaded to Eight’s cloud-based system where they’re then analyzed before being sent directly back to you through its app on your smartphone. In addition, IFTTT, Amazon Alexa, Philips Hue lighting systems, Nest thermostats and Fitbit activity tracking services all work with this mattress!
Smart mattresses may be more expensive than non-smart models and may need regular updates in order to work as designed. Furthermore, their software may become vulnerable to bugs and glitches which will require updates for proper functioning.
Keep in mind that most smart mattresses provide sleep trials to allow you to test them out in your own home before making a decision. If this option interests you, make sure that there is an easy return process in case the mattress doesn’t turn out to be quite right for you.
Sensors
Foam mattresses have since replaced these materials. Now, customers have an array of mattress types from innerspring, foam, organic fibers and natural latex; many even feature nanotechnology designed to keep temperatures optimal.
One of the newest mattress technologies features a layer of material known as TEMPUR. Originally developed for NASA to reduce gravity’s effects, this material responds to each sleeper individually by reacting and adapting according to shape and size – more durable, flexible, and breathable than memory foam!
Graphite is another material being utilized in mattress production, offering relief for hot sleepers by drawing heat away from their bodies and dissipating it more efficiently. Some manufacturers are even adding antimicrobial silver-infused fabrics which prevent bacteria from inhabiting the cover of their mattress cover.
For those seeking the latest technology in mattresses, hybrid or latex models may be ideal. These mattresses utilize foam layers with metal coils for maximum support, making these usually heavier mattress types well suited for spinal alignment and pain relief. Mattress-in-a-box options allow easy shipping and assembly; some retailers even provide White Glove delivery where technicians come directly into your home to set up your new bed!
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