Tempur - did you know?

Here are a few facts about the Tempur company and products that you may not have been aware of.

Developed for the space programme

The Tempur material was originally developed for NASA by the Ames research centre in California. Its purpose was to help astronauts cope with the immense G-forces exerted on them during lift off.

A leap into healthcare

The first commercial uses for the Tempur material were in the healthcare field; the aim was to relieve and prevent pressure sores, something which the material is still used for today. Due to initial problems with large scale production the scope for use of the material was limited; however, after a decade of development by Swedish company Dan-Foam the material can now be produced efficiently and on a large scale and has a variety of uses in both domestic and healthcare felids.

Visco-elastic cells?

Tempur products are all composed of visco-elastic cells; these spherical cells are both pressure and temperature sensitive, becoming warmer and softer in areas where the most pressure is applied and cooler and firmer in areas where less force is exerted.

Clinical studies and consumer surveys

Trials conducted on Tempur mattresses have demonstrated that they can help reduce the amount of tossing and turning experience during the night from an average approximately 100 times to just 17. The less we toss and turn during the night the higher the quality of sleep we have.

A consumer survey highlighted the Tempur mattresses effectiveness at relieving back pain:

• 86% of people with back pain say that the Tempur mattress provides relief.
• 89% of people with neck problems agree that the Tempur mattress relieves neck pain.

Details of these studies can be found on the Tempur website.

Choosing the right bed and mattress

For a superb choice of great value beds and mattresses from leading brand such as; Tempur, Vi-spring, Slumberland and Millbrook, you would be hard pressed to beat the Classic Bed Company. With over 20 years experience in the bed trade and a staff of experienced experts, you can rest assured that the Classic Bed Company will help you make the right decision when purchasing your new bed. Whatever style or design you require they will have a high quality bed to suit your needs. For more information visit the website at www.classicbedsteads.co.uk or call on free phone; 0800 9702060.