DIY Latex Hybrid Failure. Any way to remedy?

[Sensei]

Hey Brandon,

Thanks for your reply .

The mattress we tested was the Naturepedic EOS Classic – www.naturepedic.com/adult/mattresses/eos-classic-organic-mattress Currently, we don’t have an encasement for the mattress layers. Given the price, of one I wanted to make sure we were pretty happy with the purchase and didn’t need any adjustments before getting one of the bamboo ones from Mattresses.net as then we wouldn’t be able to make layer height changes without getting a new encasement. We have a somewhat thin cotton mattress pad covering the entire mattress and then our sheets.

The EOS mattress that you tested features a wool batting + PLA comfort layer within the upper part of the mattress encasement, providing a much different feel than your current cotton mattress pad setup. Understood on the encasement purchase postponement reasoning, Brandon. You’ll find that using a well constructed zippered cover for containing your DIY setup will significantly correct any layer shifting and other transfer of motion you are currently experiencing. The thin cotton mattress pad currently in use simply isn’t designed to take on that task. When you are ready to take that step, have accurate measurements and a good understanding of the cover’s fabrication as the encasement also can influence the “feel” of the comfort layers sometimes firming up the mattress surface and resulting in a “drum” effect.

After talking to Ken a month or so back before ordering the springs, he said we didn’t need anything under the springs when I asked about a separate foam layer. As such, the springs are currently sitting right on top of the bed frame – www.wayfair.com/furniture/pdx/andover-mills-matheney-platform-bed-andv2256.html?piid=30610156%2C24102551 Would it make sense to add an inch or two of foam under the springs? If so, what would you recommend?

Thanks for including the links for reference, they were helpful . Have you since spoken with Ken regarding what may better remedy your concerns after having slept on your DIY for a bit? Generally speaking, an inch of HD foam between the metal slatted platform and the pocket coil array could offer more stability; however, Ken would be the best judge of whether that would help solve the issue.

For our sleeping positions, I’m about 155lbs and a stomach sleeper. She’s around 125lbs and goes between stomach and side. One of the reasons we chose latex is that I’m a hot sleeper. I personally keep the room at around 65 deg at night and in the summer often only sleep with a sheet and maybe a thin throw blanket. I’m not married to the idea of latex – my current mattress is an old school double sided twisted metal spring with who knows what as padding. I just know that memory foam is a complete no go for us as every experience we’ve had with it has ended up with me waking up sweating and or not being able to get comfortable.

Latex, with its open-cell structure and natural air circulating properties will definitely get you where you want to be in terms of “sleeping cool”. The open structure of your metal slatted platform bed should help provide good air circulation too. The type mattress cover, linens, etc. all play a role in providing optimal air circulation as well.

Would it make more sense to go for an additional foam layer between the springs and latex, providing more of a buffer for my fiancée? If so, then I assume that we should get only a 2" latex topper instead of 3?

If you choose to add an additional foam layer, it would be underneath the springs for stability of the pocket coil array rather than above. The addition of a latex topper is a matter of comfort preferences. As you both have stomach sleeping positions, take care that the comfort layer you choose provides enough firmness, as sinking in too far can cause pain in the lumbar area and increase risk of back issues.

Hope you find the solution to your motion situation Brandon, and feel free to share updates when you can .

Thanks,
Sensei