Hi Aimless1,
It sounds like you are on a the right track and clearly being realistic in managing your expectations. Impressive!
Phoenix
Topper ordered, to be ready Friday pm
I have been struck by how much a small change can affect the feel of a mattress. Feels perfect in the store, but of course it has no sheet or mattress protector.
Add a mattress protector - change
Add fitted sheet - change
Add mattress pad - change
Add mattress topper - change
And of course there is variation within each one of these categories and no doubt I left out other items that can affect the feel.
The one constant has been the mattress. It has always been the right mattress and itâs just been a matter of us adjusting to it and adjusting it to us.
Glad you seemingly found just the right combination that works for you! Your bed just got a bit taller too, but will be a luxury to climb up into. 
Hope you continue to enjoy it.
It was a process for us too with a two extra plush mattress pads, a mattress protector, and a tight cotton fitted sheet. Itâs so worth itâour bed gives such good support and comfort. Absolutely the best bed we ever had.
Hi Aimless1 and riverrapids,
Thank you both for your continuing feedback.
You both point out how every layer changed will impact the overall feel of a mattress, with the top of bed products having a more dramatic impact than most people expect.
Thanks for the updates.
Phoenix
We have a winner The âpillow topâ topper was the missing piece. Two happy sleepers.
Current combo:
Buis 400 innerspring mattress
4 lb foam topper
Luna mattress pad
Organic cotton sheets
Other bedding for the cold weather
Hi Aimless1,
Thank you for taking the time to provide an update. Iâm happy the topper provided the extra amount of surface plushness that you were trying to find.
I hope youâll be able to post back again down the road and let everyone know how this new combination is working for you both long-term.
Phoenix