Hi mikes425,
[quote]Well thanks folks, for all this helpful info. It’s amazing how many variables are involved in the best decision… perhaps i tried taking the easy way out by trusting a fairly lengthy back and forth analysis process with OBG and honestly i felt it well reasoned enough to move forward… I can’t say this is not a quality product. And honestly the latex topper suggestion was part of the original “plan” mapped out since i have liked a memory foam experience in the past. Just maybe this is a case of ‘too firm’ and i should try the recommended topper - a 2" all natural latex version… I’m very big on non-synthetic anything - esp as i have dust allergy. I did remove a mattress ‘allergy protector’ cover that’d been on my old mattress/boxspring and i tried on this new one- it was too tight and at first i thought that was compressing down the pillow top and making it less comfortable. It was suggested that such covers really aren’t necessary and that the CPR mattress is inherently designed to minimize potential allergy issues anyway so perhaps i’m just noticing the pillow cushioning more since removing it. It didn’t seem to change the ‘warm’ issue but Phoenix, as you point out i can see where that ‘sinking in’ to the pillow might be the temperature factor here… Lower back had been a slight issue with old mattress. I think this mattress has been much better with more even and solid support.
This is a very good box spring with zero sag and well constructed so i’m not really as concerned about that other than for the whole height issue IF i get a topper. Before i call it a mistake i suppose i should t go ahead and give the tala lay 2" one a ‘chance’ and see if it helps - or contributes in some way to any temperature change. (of course if not i’ve spent $250 more on the ‘experiment’ ; )[/quote]
If your mattress is too firm and you need some additional “comfort” and/or pressure relief then a topper can certainly be a good idea. Latex in general is also the most breathable and temperature neutral of all the foam materials (memory foam, polyfoam, latex foam) so it could also help with temperature regulation as well.
If you do decide to add a topper to your sleeping system then here is also more information about choosing a topper in post #2 here and the topper guidelines it links to that can help you use your sleeping experience as a reference point and guideline to help you choose the type, thickness, and firmness for a topper that has the least possible risk and the best chance for success. It also includes a link to a list of some of the better and more reliable online sources for toppers I’m aware of as well. A 2" topper would be “in the range” that would work well “on average” for many people although the only way to know for sure whether you will sleep well on any mattress/topper combination will be based on your own personal experience so the exchange or return policy can also be an important part of the “value” of a topper purchase.
There is more information about dust mites and allergies and methods that can be used to control dust mite populations or other allergens in post #2 here and in post #3 here. There is also more about allergy encasements in post #2 here.
Phoenix