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10-04-2012, 17:20
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Registered User
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Punta Gorda, FL
Boat: Manta 38 S/V Bliss
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Memory Foam Bed
Has anyone had a memory foam mattress while cruising? What is the thickness you find comfortable? Do you have problems with mold or weight?
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10-04-2012, 17:48
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Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Coeur d Alene, ID
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I don't have any experience on using one on a boat, but you will want to look into latex beds. They don't mold, are similar weight to memory foam and they have been using them for decades in Europe. They are now starting to become popular in the states. Google can answer a lot of your questions on how much they weight etc.
When I get my boat (hopefully sooner than later) I will be adding one for sure!
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10-04-2012, 17:50
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Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Marathon, FL
Boat: Hans Christian 33
Posts: 652
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Re: Memory Foam Bed
We use latex. I found that the memory foam gets too hot in the tropics or hot weather.
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10-04-2012, 18:14
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Resin Head
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Seattle WA
Boat: Nauticat
Posts: 7,205
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Re: Memory Foam Bed
$150 at Costco. I think it's 3" memory foam. Not the greatest longevity (kids and dog) but super comfortable on top of the existing 6" and at that price can be replaced every year or two.
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10-04-2012, 18:19
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Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Colorado & Cape Coral, FL
Boat: 58
Posts: 53
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Re: Memory Foam Bed
We added one to our Motorhome, but I don't think I would use it on the boat. It is very comfortable. Our RV in is Colorado and our Boat is in Southwest Florida. Firstly, it is very hot, way too hot for the climate in southern Florida. Secondly, I believe it would absorb moisture and grow mildew.
Just my thoughts.
Ken
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10-04-2012, 18:25
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Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Marathon Fl.
Boat: Columbia 45 / Iroquois 30
Posts: 115
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Re: Memory Foam Bed
i have a 5 inch king size topper for my bed, it rocks. So, far no mold or anything, this one didnt come with ticking so it is kinda of a pita to keep it cleaned. Ive been away from the boat for a month Ill let ya know what its like when I get back in a week or two.
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10-04-2012, 19:20
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Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Bahamas/Florida
Boat: Solaris Sunstar 36' catamaran
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Re: Memory Foam Bed
Quote:
Originally Posted by ReMetau
We use latex. I found that the memory foam gets too hot in the tropics or hot weather.
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Don and Diana -
Haven't found an economical source for latex have you?
Thanks,
Mike
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10-04-2012, 19:57
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Join Date: Jul 2009
Boat: Nassau 42 SV Ceol Mor
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Re: Memory Foam Bed
For affordable latex mattresses-http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/categories/departments/bedroom/10631/
If I wanted to score latex for under a grand I'd buy one here, cut to fit and sew a cover.
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10-04-2012, 20:12
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Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Guaymas Sonora and Leros Dodecanese Greece
Boat: Dufour35 1982 and Moody 425
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Re: Memory Foam Bed
Not hijacking,but on the topic of foam. foam comes in different degrees of stiffness. I believe. I would like to be able to skit or lie down without my bum being on the wood. any knowledge on what to ask for. please.
my bottom would greatly appreciate any constructive advice:-)
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10-04-2012, 20:16
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Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Tampa Bay area
Boat: Hunter 31'
Posts: 5,731
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Re: Memory Foam Bed
Quote:
Originally Posted by bliss11_11
Has anyone had a memory foam mattress while cruising? What is the thickness you find comfortable? Do you have problems with mold or weight?
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I have memory foam in my v berth. I have not had a problem with mold and have found that the 3", which is what I got, works well. You can cut it to fit easily (an electric knife cuts it well).
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10-04-2012, 20:18
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cruiser
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Tampa Bay area
Boat: Hunter 31'
Posts: 5,731
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Re: Memory Foam Bed
Quote:
Originally Posted by NorthPacific
Not hijacking,but on the topic of foam. foam comes in different degrees of stiffness. I believe. I would like to be able to skit or lie down without my bum being on the wood. any knowledge on what to ask for. please.
my bottom would greatly appreciate any constructive advice:-)
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You use the memory foam as a topper. It isn't dense or firm enough to be a seat cushion.
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11-04-2012, 10:54
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Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Guaymas Sonora and Leros Dodecanese Greece
Boat: Dufour35 1982 and Moody 425
Posts: 869
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Re: Memory Foam Bed
OK so what about foam underneath? Will ordinary foam not go moldy just as much?
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11-04-2012, 14:15
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Resin Head
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Seattle WA
Boat: Nauticat
Posts: 7,205
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Re: Memory Foam Bed
Quote:
Originally Posted by NorthPacific
OK so what about foam underneath? Will ordinary foam not go moldy just as much?
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If you don't keep it dry, yes. That's why you use something like the Froli system.
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11-04-2012, 15:50
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Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Long Beach, Ca. USA
Boat: Norseman 447
Posts: 403
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Re: Memory Foam Bed
We are a bit spoiled as we have 8" of solid memory foam with sewn on covers installed 8 years ago in our 3- double berths. We have been full-time cruisers in the tropics the last 5-1/2 yrs. Our boat is very damp most of the time and have no mold on the foam. Elsewhere, Yes. We don't find them any hotter than other foams, just more comfy.
Cheers, Greg
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11-04-2012, 16:08
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Moderator... short for Cat Wrangler
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: San Francisco
Boat: Cal 28 Flush Deck
Posts: 5,559
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Re: Memory Foam Bed
Ditto on the froli with this over it;
Serta Rejuvenator Dual-layer 4-inch Memory Foam Mattress Topper with Bonus Pillow(s) | Overstock.com
Been using it aboard for over 2 years now, slept on almost every night.
We love it. Order the king, carve it down for the berth and use the extra for replacement cushions where old ones in the cabin are getting worn out.
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