McKenzie, a Certified Sleep Science Coach and proclaimed mattress expert, has been writing sleep content in the wellness space for over four years. After earning her certification from the Spencer ...

Tempur-Pedic continues to be one of the most popular mattress brands, known for its Tempur Material (first developed by NASA-funded scientists) that has inspired countless copycat memory foam ...

Helmets could soon offer better protection while also being more comfortable, thanks to a new padding material developed by HRL Laboratories. It's claimed to be better than foam at withstanding ...

A team of Johns Hopkins University researchers created a shock-absorbing material that protects like a metal, but is lighter, stronger and reusable. The new foam-like material could be a game-changer ...

If you’re looking for maximum support from your pillow, memory foam is one of your best bets. Originally designed by NASA for aircraft cushions, memory foam is made mostly from a type of plastic ...

The Dart Container Corporation, which makes foam products, is a manufacturing behemoth and produced a fortune for the family behind it. Environmentalists say its products are polluting the globe. Dart ...

While all non-recyclable plastics aren't very eco-friendly, expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam is particularly problematic, as it's bulky and frequently used in disposable packaging. It could one day be ...

Foam glass represents an advanced material derived from molten glass that has been expanded to form a highly porous structure. This material offers a unique combination of excellent thermal insulation ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Writes on housing innovation for sustainability and affordability. The SABS system by Strata International Group marries EPS foam ...