Does Memory Foam Absorb Moisture?

Read any mattress warranty and you are likely to see a clause about stains voiding the warranty. That is because moisture is the worst enemy of a foam mattress, for three reasons:

1. Moisture can hasten the deterioration of foam and affect its performance
2. Moisture can weaken the adhesive holding the layers together and ruin the mattress
3. Moisture can accumulate and lead towards mold

Another thing I recommend is "un-making" your bed in the morning. Doing this allows the mattress and bedding to dry out during the time the mattress is not used. Make your bed as usual, then fold all the covers back, exposing the sheets to the air. Making the bed does nothing except trap the sweat and moisture from our body, providing moisture for dust mites to live on, but also allowing it to accumulate in the mattress and in the foam.

Keeping your new memory foam mattress dry and free of spills and body fluids is important for keeping it in optimum condition and keeping your warranty intact. Memory foam is very porous and will not soak up moisture but it will seep down into the foam and stay there if it is not properly ventilated. If you live in the Berkeley, San Francisco or North Bay area where there is a lot of moisture in the air to begin with, practicing these tips will help keep your mattress free from moisture.