Good afternoon. Really want to thank you Phoenix for this site which is an invaluable resource into purchasing a mattress where we spend about 1/3 of our time. I think I have settled on my decision with the Luma base mattress. However, the Brooklyn Bedding Best Mattress Ever seems like a fantastic option as well. I like the 4" of total latex in the latter and do wish the luma mattress did come with 3" of latex on top instead of just 1.5" (yes, I know they have the Hybrid with a 3" topper, but $540 AC for a blended talalay topper is more than many natural talalay options out there). However, I plan to add a 3" natural latex topper to the luma if I don’t feel it is doing the job. Thus, I will be at about 4" of total latex between the two with the main difference being the support layer of either a coil array or polyfoam. Do you see one being a large improvement in terms of performance or durability? I know the comfort layers are where the material will wear out fastest, but obviously the support layer still plays a roll. Additionally, we have the cost difference. After the TMU discount, the base Luma (which was just raised to $995 which is a disappointment since it seems they were just added as a member to this site) is about $900
compared to $710 for BB. That price difference seems greatly in BB’s favor, especially when you consider that latex is the priciest component of the mattresses with BB providing 4" and Luma only 1.5". Is there anything I am missing to account for such a large difference? On mattresses.net, comparing the DIY component route, the Combi Zone spring is $350 and a 7" 1.9lb polyfoam is $250. In the end, both offer the free trial period to ensure I really can’t make the wrong choice either way (though obviously I would prefer to not return one if possible).
Next, considering the Luma mattress with its coil array, I did inquire about the Combi Zone option which is free of charge. I had read your post comparing the Bolsa system vs the Combi Zone here where you seemed to think the Combi Zone was more about marketing with all the different zones. When I inquired to Luma on their thoughts for a 6’2" 185 lb man, they seemed to think it would not be the best route for me and it would be better served for even larger individuals. What is your thought on the matter? If it is an even swap, is it a wise decision to do? Will it greatly change the feel of the mattress such as maybe even being too stiff and firming up the mattress (since it only has a 1.5" comfort layer, though obviously a 3" topper would help in this regard).
Lastly, neither the Luma or the BB options have wool knitted to the cotton cover. What is your opinion on the addition of a top wool layer which most of the higher priced all latex mattresses contain? I see where it has benefits of its own just like latex as well as providing a natural fire barrier. But it seems to be such a thin layer, is it likely to provide a drastic change in feel?
Thanks,
Jerry