I have done extensive research, already own a Owl Nest mattress and i do really like it. Needed to downsize so i attempted a DIY. I purchased 3" dunlop firm, 3" dunlop medium and 3" talalay plush(20-24ild). I like it but do miss something about the Owl Nest(hybrid). Recommendations for coil system? what are advantaged or disadvantages of having that much latex layers ontop of coil? Is it best to just put 1 or 2 of the latex layers on top of a coil? TIA
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You may want to speak with Matan @PSS, as he can help you determine whether their 8" QuadCoil system would work well with the latex layers you already have. Since you enjoy the feel of the Owl Nest hybrid, what you are likely missing is the deeper support and responsiveness that a coil unit provides. An 8" pocketed coil can reintroduce that spring and pushback while also improving airflow and overall ease of movement compared to an all-latex stack.
@Arizona_Premium and @Latex_Mattress_Fact1 build systems like what you are trying to accomplish and are industry leaders in this area. Each offer their own selection of spring support, they use in their respective builds. All of these folks do this every day of the week and with your pertinent characteristics, Age, Height, Weight, and Sleep Position, they can guide you to a combination that will likely hit all of your check boxes.
If you do add coils, it may be worth reducing your latex comfort stack to about 6" total rather than using all three 3" layers on top. Using two layers, such as the firm Dunlop as a support or transition layer with either the medium Dunlop or Talalay on top, will allow the coils to contribute meaningfully to support rather than being overly muted. With a coil base, 6" of latex typically provides a better balance of contouring and support, especially once you factor in a quilted cover or thin comfort layer. Your current materials are more than capable of producing a very comfortable build, and a coil system like the QuadCoil could be a good next step if you are trying to recapture more of that hybrid feel you liked in the Owl Nest.
Keep in mind, you’re not just creating a mattress, you’re creating a sleep system. The cover, foundation, and pillows become just as crucial in completing the job. They say a mattress is only as good as its weakest link, and the same applies to the entire sleep system. One poor component can make the whole sleeping environment miserable. A more robust foundation, like the Terra by @MattressFoundations, or a reliable, supportive pillow, such as @EuropeanSleep’s Oxygen-Pillow, can make a noticeable difference once your DIY mattress is complete. No matter where you source these components, it’s essential that they work together and meet all of your PPPs, posture and alignment, pressure relief, and personal preferences.
Hope this helps,
Maverick
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so we may already be communicating already via www.pocketspringsore.com . I think " of latex is a lot over a pocket coil. are you able to return any of the latex layers? also do you mind sharing your height and weight and sleep style (stomach, back, side, or combo).
I cant find much info on Nests coils other than the coil count.
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9" latex is too much on top of 8" coils. Only Naturepedic and WilliamsCo have mattresses with two 3" latex layers. Even these matters have good top panels, which DIY cases can’t match.
Popular options are just 8" coils + 3" latex. Nest bedding Owl adds an 1" PU foam under the latex. In fact, putting an inch of PU/memory foam under latex is a common practice.