DIY Latex Mattress - A few questions about firmness

[phoenix]

Hi MichaelJBrooker

I did notice that the firm dunlop core from mattresses.net is 15% natural/85% synthetic, while the firm latexmattressfactory.com core is “100% natural” for about $100 more. Given the negligible price difference, would all natural be preferable?

The preference of whether to purchase a blended or natural piece of latex would be more of your own personal preference. I would consider both a durable material. There is more about the differences between types and blends of latex in this post, should you be interested.

Lastly - considering that I’m about 190 lbs, and sleep on my stomach, one of my main concerns is avoiding sleeping in a “swayback” position. Would 6" of 38 ILD with 3" of 28 ILD talalay topper be adequate? I’m also considering 3" of 38 ILD, 3" of 28 ILD, and then 3" or 28 ILD talalay, though I wonder if that would be too squishy for a stomach sleeper my size.

The first choice using the 6" 38 ILD core would provide firmer “deep support” and allow for less of a potential “swayback”. Whether or not this would be comfortable for you can only be determined through your own personal testing, but such a “firmer” item is common for those sleeping prone (see this article).

Phoenix