Tempur Mattress Topper Review UK (2024)

At 7 cm (2.7 inches) deep, the Tempur Mattress Topper 7 was thicker than most mattress toppers.

It was made from the same advanced Tempur material found in Tempur mattresses. 🔬

To understand the Tempur topper, we need to take a closer look at Tempur material. 🔍

What is Tempur material?

Tempur material was invented by NASA scientists in the late 1960s.

The material was invented to absorb G-force during space travel.

It absorbs motion and relieves pressure for astronauts. 👩‍🚀

Tempur material is the “original memory foam” and has a unique feel that is distinct from other memory foam products.

In 1991, Tempur created the first memory foam mattress with this unique formula.

Let's dig a little deeper into Tempur memory foam. 👇

Tempur memory foam material

Memory foam is a viscoelastic polyurethane foam made when chemicals are added to a polyurethane (a plastic polymer) to increase viscosity and elasticity.

It is renowned for its 'memory effect' or imprint quality. ✋

Tempur's memory foam material is highly responsive to body heat, offering excellent contouring and a weightless sensation.

When you lie down on it, the foam responds by creating a mould around your body shape. 🤗

This imprinting effect means the foam contours exceptionally well to your body, offering tailored comfort and support.

It's particularly adept at alleviating pressure points, helping to relax your muscles completely, and reducing joint, hip, and back pain.

Tempur mattress topper cover

Encasing the Tempur memory foam material was the topper cover.

The mattress cover was removable and machine-washable up to 60 °C. 🧼

It was made from 75% cotton and 25% polyester and had an easy-use zipper.

The cotton enhanced the breathability and durability of the material, whilst the polyester gave it a stretchier feel.

While the Tempur topper cover was washable, a mattress protector was still a must.

Mattress protectors are waterproof and shield your mattress and topper from spills, sweat, dust mites, allergens, and general damage. ☔

We'd suggest using a quality mattress protector whether you already have an expensive Tempur topper or mattress or are looking to purchase one of our favourite alternatives.

They are a cheap and effective way to keep your topper and mattress safe!

Our favourite mattress protectors:

The Tempur mattress topper was very soft.

It was made from the same Tempur material as Tempur mattresses, which gave it a softer feel than other memory foam materials.

The material used in the Tempur topper was heat-responsive, which helped it soften and wrap around you.

Tempur memory foam allowed your body to sink into the material, leaving you feeling as though you were sleeping on a giant marshmallow. ☁️

The 7 cm (2.7 inches) topper was ideal if you wanted to soften a firm mattress to make it more comfortable.

While the Tempur topper is no longer available, you can get a similarly soft and body-hugging feel from the much more affordable 8 cm (3.1 inches) thick Hypnia Ultimate mattress topper. ⭐

The Tempur mattress topper was soft and comfortable. 🤗

But it was also one of the most expensive toppers around, so it wasn't suitable for everyone.

We recommended the Tempur topper for people who:

• Wanted a luxury topper
• Preferred something soft and body-hugging
• Slept on their back or side
• Felt cold often
• Couples
• Restless sleepers

Let's take a closer look at why the Tempur mattress topper was ideal for these people. 👇

People looking for a luxury mattress topper

The Tempur mattress topper was a high-end, high-quality product with a price tag to match its prominent reputation.

If you had a flexible budget and could afford it, the Tempur 7 was an excellent topper to try. 🏆

Unlike anything else on the market, it was crafted with the unique, pressure-relieving, and cloud-soft Tempur memory foam material.

While not made with the same Tempur material, the Hypnia Ultimate is our favourite alternative for those seeking a luxurious, soft, and body-hugging feel.

Side or back sleepers

The Tempur Mattress Topper 7 was an excellent choice for side sleepers. 🙌

Those who sleep on their side require a softer sleeping surface, which allows their hips and shoulders to sink in more deeply.

The topper helped ensure optimal spinal alignment by contouring to the natural body shape.

It was also suitable for back sleepers (but NOT stomach sleepers).

Side and back sleepers looking for a soft mattress topper can check out our favourite thick mattress toppers for the best Tempur alternatives.

Those with back pain

A poor-quality mattress often worsens back pain.

But even a quality mattress that is too firm can cause issues by preventing your body from sinking in.

This can cause a build-up of pressure in certain areas and misalignment of the spine.

The soft Tempur topper had exceptional support and pressure-relieving properties. 😃

It significantly alleviated discomfort, enhancing sleep quality so people could wake up refreshed and pain-free.

The thick and soft Hypnia Ultimate is a great alternative if you're concerned that your mattress is too firm.

People who feel cold frequently

Tempur "memory foam" material retains heat.

This was ideal if you tended to feel the cold and wanted to create a warm and cosy sleeping cacoon.

Couples

The Tempur mattress topper was made of Tempur "memory foam" material.

It had a body-hugging feel, which absorbed movement. 😶‍🌫️

The Tempur topper was ideal if your partner tended to toss and turn during the night.

It could reduce the bounce of their movements, helping you both get a better night's sleep.

For something just as good for couples, which minimises motion transfer (and sleeps cooler than the Tempur topper did), we'd suggest checking out the foam Emma Premium mattress topper.

Restless sleepers

If you frequently change positions and feel uncomfortable, there's a good chance this is due to an unsupportive mattress. 🤔

While the Tempur topper could not fix major lumps or sagging, it was able to make an uncomfortable mattress more comfortable.

Made of the unique Tempur material, the topper contoured and wrapped around the body.

This helped relieve pressure, keeping your spine in a natural position and preventing you from moving while you slept. 🧘

Tempur mattress topper reviews often commented on the body-hugging feel that made moving around difficult.

Some people adored this swaddled feeling, but it wasn't for everyone.

Who was the Tempur mattress topper unsuitable for?

As much as we (and many others) loved the Tempur topper, some felt rather differently. 🙅

So, who would not have suited the Tempur topper?

• People who had a limited spending budget
• Stomach sleepers (who need a firmer surface to prevent their back from bending)
• Individuals who liked a 'bouncy' feeling and preferred to "lay on" rather than "lay in" their mattress
• Hot sleepers who would have felt too warm to sleep well ^[1] on a Tempur topper

No one product is going to suit everyone equally.

If you think the Tempur mattress topper would have been a nightmare, don't worry! 😨

We've got you covered with our recommendations for the best toppers to suit a range of preferences and budgets.

On the other hand, you may want to check out our favourite similar alternatives if you think the Tempur mattress topper sounded like a dream.

We've hand-picked some of the best mattress toppers in the UK below for people who want a Tempur-like feel.

Our favourite alternative mattress toppers:

The Tempur Mattress Topper 7 was one of the most expensive toppers on the market. 💰

Priced around £700, the Tempur pad cost more than some mattresses!

While the Tempur Mattress Topper 7 was expensive, it was also one of the best memory foam toppers available.

It was an excellent investment for those wanting the highest quality product money could buy. 🥇

Luckily, even if you couldn't afford a Tempur mattress topper, you wouldn't have been stuck with a poor-quality product like the Eazzzy mattress topper.

Most high-quality toppers are actually significantly cheaper than the one from Tempur.

You'll have plenty of options if you're looking for the best alternative now that the Tempur mattress topper is no longer available.

We've selected some of our favourite well-made, comfortable toppers to help transform the feel of your mattress! 🎉

Our favourite alternative luxury mattress toppers:

The Tempur mattress topper came with a 100-night trial. ⏳

However, this trial was only available if you bought directly from the Tempur UK website.

With the trial, you had 100 nights to sleep on your new memory foam topper to decide if it was right for you.

Tempur required customers to use their topper for at least 60 nights before they returned it to ensure they had enough time to get used to the new Tempur feel. 📆

It was also necessary to use a mattress protector, or you risked voiding your trial.

If it wasn't right for you, you simply needed to contact Tempur via their online returns form, post the return, and Tempur would refund the cost. 💰

Disappointingly, especially given the high price point, Tempur charged for the collection of items being returned.

We'd recommend checking out the Emma Premium topper or Emma Flip topper for a similar 100-night trial.

Tempur is best known for its revolutionary Tempur mattresses - the first memory foam mattresses ever made.

While they no longer sell the Tempur topper, you can still find several other sleep accessories with Tempur UK.

These include:

• Tempur bed frames (including Tempur ottoman beds, divan beds, adjustable beds, and headboards)
• Tempur pillows
• Tempur mattress protector
• Tempur sleep mask
• Tempur support cushions
• Tempur duvet
• Tempur bed linen (including duvet covers, pillow covers, and fitted sheets)

All of Tempur's products are renowned for being well-crafted and long-lasting, if expensive. ❣️