When people hear “foam mattress,” they often lump everything together. But not all foam is created equal — and in fact, foam quality is the single biggest factor in how a mattress feels today and how it feels years from now.
So what exactly did we use inside Pressure’s Off, and why does it matter so much?
Let’s break it down.
Why Does Foam Quality Matter in a Mattress?
A mattress isn’t just about how soft or firm it feels on day one. What really matters is:
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How well it relieves pressure on your hips, shoulders, and back
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How well it supports your body over time
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How long it takes before the mattress softens, sags, or “hammocks”
All of those outcomes come down to foam density, firmness balance, and material class — and this is where Pressure’s Off stands apart.
What Kind of Foam Does Pressure’s Off Use?
Pressure’s Off is built with premium High-Resilience (HR) mattress foam, engineered for long-term performance rather than short-term softness.
Here’s what that means in real terms:
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Density: 2.63 lb/ft³
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Firmness: 28 IFD
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Classification: HR (High-Resilience) foam
This combination puts Pressure’s Off well above basic mattress standards — and squarely in the premium, long-life category.
Why Is Foam Density So Important?
If you remember one thing about mattress foam, make it this:
Density is the biggest driver of durability.
At 2.63 lb/ft³, the foam inside Pressure’s Off is:
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Far above minimum mattress-grade foam
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Built with thicker cell walls, which resist breakdown
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Highly resistant to permanent softening over time
Lower-density foams may feel fine at first, but they fatigue quickly. Ours is designed to keep its structure night after night.
Verdict: ★★★★★ — excellent durability foundation
Is the Mattress Too Soft or Too Firm?
This is where firmness (measured as IFD) comes in.
Pressure’s Off uses 28 IFD foam, which sits in what engineers consider the sweet spot:
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Soft enough to relieve pressure at the shoulders and hips
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Firm enough to avoid excessive strain that causes early breakdown
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Balanced — not brittle, harsh, or mushy
For context:
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Below 20 IFD → breaks down faster
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20–35 IFD → optimal range
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Above 40 IFD → higher stress, less comfort
Verdict: ★★★★★ — ideal balance of comfort and longevity
What Does “HR Foam” Actually Mean?
HR (High-Resilience) foam isn’t marketing fluff — it’s a material classification with real performance requirements.
HR foam delivers:
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Support factor ≥ 3.0 (strong deep support)
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High elasticity and bounce-back
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Progressive load response — meaning it supports you more as weight increases
In simple terms:
It gently cradles lighter areas like shoulders, while strongly supporting heavier areas like hips and torso — without bottoming out.
Estimated deep-support strength in Pressure’s Off:
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65% IFD ≈ 85–92 lb
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Excellent resistance to sagging
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Very low risk of long-term collapse
Verdict: ★★★★★ — premium support architecture
How Long Will This Foam Actually Last?
Based on material properties and real-world performance expectations:
Comfort life (feel & firmness):
✔️ ~8–12 years before noticeable softening
Structural life (no sagging or hammocking):
✔️ ~12–15+ years
These estimates assume normal use, reasonable weight distribution, and routine mattress rotation — the kind of lifespan you expect from a truly premium mattress, not a disposable one.
What Does This Mean for Your Sleep?
All of this engineering adds up to something simple:
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Less pressure on your hips and shoulders
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Better spinal support through the night
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Fewer wake-ups from discomfort
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A mattress that feels consistent — year after year
Pressure’s Off wasn’t designed to feel impressive for a few months. It was designed to support your body properly for the long haul.
Because great sleep isn’t about hype — it’s about materials that actually hold up.