Foam Factory: Crafting Comfort from Core to Cushion

Since its founding in 1999, Foam Factory has grown into a trusted name in South Africa’s bedding and upholstery industry. With branches in Centurion, Cape Town and East London, the company serves a wide spectrum of customers—from upholsterers and furniture makers to everyday households looking for quality foam, mattresses, and comfort products. At the heart of Foam Factory’s offering lies a broad and flexible selection of foam types — designed to meet different needs, budgets, and uses. On their “Products” page, Foam Factory describes how foam quality is defined by two key properties: density (weight per cubic metre) and hardness (firmness when compressed). They produce foam ranging from 12‑density up to 36‑density — giving clients the choice between lighter, budget‑friendly foam and more durable, high‑density options. 

A Range for Every Purpose

Depending on what one needs, Foam Factory supplies:

• Foam Blocks — the most cost‑effective option. Blocks can be cut down to size if you have the right tools, making them useful for custom furniture, upholstery, seats, or basic DIY mattress cores. 

• Foam Sheets — which can be sliced to any thickness from as thin as 6 mm up to 650 mm, ideal for mattresses, cushions, insulation, upholstery, or shock absorption. 

• Cut Foam (Custom‑Cut to Size) — for those with specific size/shape requirements; a handy option if you don’t have cutting tools or want precise dimensions. 

• Moulded Foam — foam shaped under high pressure into specific forms, delivering higher quality and consistency. Foam Factory notes this is suitable for demanding applications such as cinema seats, vehicle seats, or custom furniture. 

In addition to standard polyurethane foam, their materials catalogue includes poly‑latex foam (for high‑end mattresses/cushions), reconstituted foam (densified recycled foam, typically used for support layers), flame‑retardant foam, and visco‑elastic (memory) foam that contours to the body—useful for pillows, mattresses, or specialised bedding (e.g. health-related, pressure‑relief applications). 

Beyond Foam: Mattresses, Pillows and Specialty Products

Foam Factory doesn’t stop at raw foam: they turn that foam into finished products. Their range extends to mattresses—from budget-ish “Economy” and “Budget” mattresses (with lower-density foam cores) to more robust options suitable for everyday home use. 

Moreover, under their specialty products, they offer:

• Mattress toppers (including convoluted “egg‑box” designs) for added comfort.

• Pillows — memory foam or poly‑latex — along with ergonomic pillows such as reflux wedges, lumbar support pillows, travel pillows, and pillows designed for infants to adults depending on needs.

• Custom-size mattresses (for caravans, bakkies, special beds), and bedding accessories — broadening their reach beyond standard domestic beds. 

Manufacture & Quality Ethos

Foam Factory emphasises the provenance of its materials: they source chemical components only from well‑known chemical producers, ensuring that quality standards are consistently met.

Their approach is built on transparency and fairness: the company states that it aims “never to over-charge a client unnecessarily.” 

Because there are physical branches — including one in Cape Town — clients don’t have to rely solely on online shopping: one can visit the factory shop, inspect samples, choose types/densities, and order custom cuts if needed. 

Why Foam Factory Stands Out

• Versatility — whether you’re an upholsterer building bespoke furniture, a homeowner needing a custom mattress, or someone wanting ergonomic pillows / bedding accessories, Foam Factory offers many foam types and final products.

• Customisation — the ability to get sheets cut to size (or even custom mattresses) makes it ideal for non-standard beds, caravans, or furniture refurbishing.

• Accessible Quality — by manufacturing in‑house and avoiding unnecessary markups, they deliver a balance of affordability and durability.

• Local Presence — for Cape Town readers (or those elsewhere in South Africa), having a local Cape Town branch adds convenience: see and feel foam before buying, avoid import costs, and support a South African manufacturer.

What to Know Before Buying

When selecting foam, two factors matter most: density and hardness. Higher-density foam will generally last longer and hold up better under weight or frequent use; lower-density foam may be cheaper but less durable. 

If you’re buying foam blocks and plan to cut them yourself, make sure you have the right tools — otherwise ordering custom-cut foam or sheets might be simpler. 

For mattresses or bedding — consider how often they’ll be used. What might suffice for a guest bed or temporary use (lower-density, “budget” mattress) may not hold up as daily sleep surfaces; for daily beds, higher-density or poly-latex foam might be worth the investment.

Visit Foam Factory for more info.