Mattress Types & Materials

Memory foam, hybrid, innerspring, latex, pillow top. The category names get used loosely in advertising, so these articles pin down what each construction actually is, how it feels to lie on, which sleepers it suits, and how it holds up over eight to twelve years. Organic and natural builds are covered here too, including what the certifications on the label do and do not guarantee. If you are deciding between two builds rather than two brands, start here.