Thanks for all your help! We made it down to Ikea over the weekend and tried the different latex models there. Everything was âMedium-Firmâ or âFirmâ and I would say they all felt like a solid rock.
After that we headed down to Mattress Innovations and I have to say I really like everything about the place. They had this calming meditation music playing that was perfect for testing mattresses. One of the owners, Mike, could tell I had done my homework and was talking about the materials used in the production of their mattresses. He said they are the only family owned mattress store in Dayton that makes their own mattresses - which is sort of true but sort of false. He kept saying âWe went down to X state with a couple other mattress companies and together we designed X mattress that X factory is willing to makeâ. Not really a false claim, but also not exactly true. Their full latex line was interesting in that even their firmest latex mattress was extremely soft - the exact opposite of Ikea.
We really liked their pocket coil and âlatexâ mattress line, but I noticed an E marked on the side, which is clearly the Englander model. When I looked at the specification sheet, it said Pocketed Coil ENCASED in Latex with a poly-foam comfort layer. I was extremely surprised since while we were laying on it, he talked about how they donât use that âcheap poly foamâ like those other companies and yet sold a mattress with a 1.5" poly foam comfort layer.
We did however, love the latex mattresses except for the lack of edge support - so putting latex with a pocket coil sounds perfect. Iâm leaning toward the Flexus Quadra Flex, but am stumped on latex firmness. Based on the full latex mattresses at Mattress Innovations, we prefer a Medium - but based on Ikea we would need an extra extra plush.
Great to hear that Mattress Innovations treated you nicely and youâve had the chance to test their beds and get a feel for latex ⌠itâs always a good sign when the sales representative notices that youâve done your homework.
Given the many interdependent variables that can account for the differences in firmness, I wouldnât just yet come to any conclusions about how a third mattress that you are considering may feel based on the two experiences youâve had. The mattress design and thickness of each layer, the type of materials used, the comfort layer which in your case can be Dunlop or Talalay latex with its variations (natural, blended, and synthetic) which also come in different firmness ILDs (ILD measures the firmness, the higher the ILD the firmer the foam) all can influence the feel and comfort and different people may be experience them differently which will also affect how they ârateâ a mattress in terms of firmness (see post #15 here) In other words there are no âstandardâ definitions or consensus of opinions for firmness ratings and also different manufacturers can rate their mattresses very differently than others so a mattress that one manufacturer rates as being a specific firmness could be rated very differently by another manufacturer. If two layers are a different type or blend of latex then ILD ratings may not be comparable between different layers. Dunlop which is most likely what youâve tested at IKEA and Talalay latex in the same thickness and ILD wonât feel the same in terms of their firmness for most people because they have a different response curve and compression modulus (how quickly a material becomes firmer as you sink into it more deeply). Talalay in the same ILD as Dunlop feels softer and springier and is less dense (weighs less than Dunlop per cubic foot of material) because it has more air in it.) There is more about the difference between Dunlop and Talalay in post #7 here.
Because of all the varying descriptions of what soft and firm really is ⌠itâs usually much more âaccurateâ and objective to talk in terms of the overall âfeelâ of a mattress (surface feel), and discriminate between the pressure relief of a mattress, and the support and alignment of a mattress. The most common definition of softness has to do with the pressure relieving qualities of a mattress. This comes from the upper layers of the mattress and how well they re-distribute weight away from any pressure points.
Generally, the only two ways to make effective initial choices for the design of a mattress that is the best match for you in terms of comfort/support are
Your own careful and objective testing
Through a more detailed conversation with the manufacturer/retailer on the phone where you can provide them with more information that can help them use âaveragesâ and your own past experiences as a way to help you make the best choice.
Generally, I wouldnât trust any âtheoryâ at a distance as anything more than a general guideline that is subject to change based on your own unique preferences and circumstances that Flezus Comfort (one of our https://mattressunderground.com/the-underground/our-trusted-members.htmlTrusted Manufacturing Members here which means that I think very highly of and consider them to compete well with âthe bestâ in the industry would have the knowledge and experience to help you find the most suitable option for your unique needs and preferences.
Englander is a licensing group which has different independent factories in different areas throughout the country that make their mattresses. They all make a very wide range of mattresses all the way from very low quality to very high quality and also in some areas they make a great deal of âhouse brandsâ for certain retailers.
Because latex is so durable and also point elastic (conforms to the shape of the weight on top of it without having a significant effect on the area beside it) and because of its high compression modulus (the rate at which a material gets firmer with deeper compression) ⌠for most people it doesnât normally require edge reinforcement for sleeping even for heavy people. This is particularly true if the support layers are firm enough for the person sleeping on the mattress. Because of its point elasticity though ⌠those who sit on the very outside edge a lot (instead of sitting with your body weight more into the middle of the mattress) or who sleep with more concentrated weight on the outside few inches of their mattress may find themselves sinking down more than they like even though this isnât normally an issue when sleeping on the mattress.
I hope this information helps you out in your decision.
Iâm a newcomer to the site and hope that Iâve found an appropriate place to post.
Iâm looking for a replacement for my 11-year-old Regina firm mattress. I am a side sleeper with a BMI of about 24 who suffers from hip bursitis. I have a dislike of the feel of Memory Foam. After doing a couple of hours of research on your invaluable site, I visited a few stores in that were identified as possibilities by Phoenix in a post of 2012. (I understand that youâre not providing these lists anymore.) I wanted to focus on getting information about the component layers of the mattresses they had. I hoped that I would find salespeople who would meet my limited knowledge half-way.
I found the experience mostly frustrating, as I felt that I was speaking a different language from the salespeople. It wasnât possible to use mattress composition as an entry point into a conversation: instead, I wound up just lying on a bunch of âfirmâ mattresses in a pretty ignorant fashion and then asking for their composition. One store, which sells locally made mattresses (Sleepmaster), told me that specs of their mattresses werenât available because they were trade secrets. I learned simply that the mattress that felt best to me had a layer of 2-sided HD foam over inner-spring coils. I received information about some Restonic inner-spring mattresses, but some of the terms used for the upper layers are proprietary names that are opaque to me. The mattress that felt best (Biltmore Ornate Firm) has three layers: Quilt (1/2" gel foam + 1" extra firm foam), Comfort (2" AlumiLastÂŽ Memory Foam + 1" extra firm support foam), and Support (Twin Support Q5 individually wrapped coils). Iâm not sure what kind of foam is being used in all cases, let alone its quality. The salespeople were helping me to be the best of their ability, and I donât know that Iâm likely to get more information from them.
Iâd like to make an informed decision about a new mattress, but so far Iâm not feeling great about my prospects. Should I look for other retailers that might take a different approach to sales, even if it means that I need to drive a couple of hours from my home? Or should I pursue the possibilities that Iâve found so far? I would be grateful for advice. This site is an amazing resource.
Welcome to the Mattress Forum! Sorry to hear the discomfort you experience from your hip bursitis. That is definitely something to consider since comfort and pressure relief will be key for sleeping hours at a time on your side.
Yes, memory foam is not the best material when it comes to needing support and less sinking in. It is great that youâve started your research quest to make an informed purchase decision and have visited retail stores. Although it can feel tedious, it sounds as though it has already helped you determine what you do or donât like, and therefore will help to steer you in the right direction. While there are a lot of different options to try, I would first recommend to focus on your material preference. From there you would determine your comfort level (pressure relief, plushness, alignment, firmness, etc.), then you can get in contact with an expert to guide you. Calling the manufacturer, asking for their specs and recommendation after disclosing the positions you sleep, any health issues, and other personal sleeping preferences, would be your best bet for determining if itâs a good fit. I would recommend that if you donât find anything locally that has good quality and value, or is maybe too high of a price point, you could find something similar with a similar feel from an online manufacturer that provides same if not better quality materials.
The specifications you listed are a good first step, however they cannot be meaningful unless you are able to know the quality of every layer and component (density, specs, etc). If a company does not disclose specs to you, then you have no way of knowing if your mattress will be durable or instead deemed unusable years down the road. Make sure you find out the information listed here so you can compare the quality of the materials and components to the durability guidelines here to make sure there are no lower quality materials or weak links in a mattress that would be a cause for concern. If you can provide specifically what is inside the mattress you are considering, I would be happy to give my input.
Please keep in mind that due to the online explosion of mattresses in the last few years, most manufacturers have become more transparent and consumer centric by disclosing the specs and details about their products while simultaneously allowing refunds, exchanges, and other customer friendly terms. More and more consumers make good online purchases provided they do their research and understand their needs and preferences.
Hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any further questions. Best of luck.
Thank you for taking the time to respond, and for confirming that I have so far been unable to get adequate information. I wonder if I could ask for a little more specific guidance.
You write:
âWhile there are a lot of different options to try, I would first recommend to focus on your material preference. From there you would determine your comfort level (pressure relief, plushness, alignment, firmness, etc.), then you can get in contact with an expert to guide you. Calling the manufacturer, asking for their specs and recommendation after disclosing the positions you sleep, any health issues, and other personal sleeping preferences, would be your best bet for determining if itâs a good fit. I would recommend that if you donât find anything locally that has good quality and value, or is maybe too high of a price point, you could find something similar with a similar feel from an online manufacturer that provides same if not better quality materials.â
How do I determine my material preference if only a few options are available for me to test? Are there some showrooms in the US that I could visit that would have many options, even if it might require a long drive on my part?
You write:
âPlease keep in mind that due to the online explosion of mattresses in the last few years, most manufacturers have become more transparent and consumer centric by disclosing the specs and details about their products while simultaneously allowing refunds, exchanges, and other customer friendly terms. More and more consumers make good online purchases provided they do their research and understand their needs and preferences.â
What I hear you saying is that I am going to experience more transparency if I place a phone call to a manufacturer. Is that correct? In your experience, is a manufacturerâs rep willing to give me the advice about whatâs best for me that salespeople were unable to give? Do you have any tips for navigating the usual frustrations of a phone system? Is there a particular kind of person to ask for when I call an 800 number?
I understand that I wonât be able to get detailed advice from you until I get more information. What Iâm still wondering is how I am really going to be able to get more information.
Starting with local stores as you have is great. Driving a little further could also be worth your while. I would search on google in your surrounding area and visit another location or two that carries a potential type of mattress you are considering. You can then use TMU by typing in a âkey termâ in the Forum Search in a city or area you live close to and see what businesses have previously been discussed in that area that could be helpful for your search. Once you have a business or a few you are considering, you can read this article to confirm that the retailer or manufacturer is transparent with their products and meets Post #13 quality/value guidelines here. Local testing will first help you get a clearer sense of different materials and layering and also determine your needs and preferences. This coupled with your sleeper stats as you previously mentioned regarding body type, sleeping style etc. will help to make a good purchase.
This is why TMU is a great resource since they not only provide so much knowledge and information, but they have their Trusted Members who are all highly ranked and valued. A lot of these companies have a reasonable exchange/return in place and allow the customer to rearrange layers according to comfort needs. Most of these online manufacturers are very good at what they do, helpful, and can be fairly accurate with their recommendation for you. The more specific and detailed the information you provide to them, the better they will be able to help you make the best possible choice from the options they have available. Hopefully you would easily be put in touch with the correct person to have a conversation and get their recommendation. Press â0â if you have some difficulty to get directly in contact to a representative or call again later. Once you get a rep on the line, make sure you get all your questions answered! I think all the Trusted Members on TMU should be very responsive and much more consumer friendly than a typical Bed in the Box.
Post #2 here has information about the different ways to buy a mattress (locally or online) that will be the best âmatchâ for your preferences, body type and sleeping positions, and can help you to minimize the risks involved. You can also follow the steps outlined in the mattress shopping tutorial here. If a mattress is a good match for you in terms of PPP keep in mind that a mattress is only as good as the quality of the materials inside. This article will help determine the quality and whether it has any weak links in terms of durability.
In conclusion, search for local retailers, compare those to this site, find a few to go out and test, inquire and learn about the quality of the materials inside, know your preferences and stats, use the articles listed above to learn about the quality/durability of the materials, browse the trusted members on this site, then use all of this information to have a more detailed Q&A with a retailer or online manufacturer. These steps will help to determine your preference and will also educate yourself regarding the different companies and products/options they offer. Layer exchange programs or a return policy may be an important part of your personal value equation should you choose to go with an online mattress.
In seeking a soft bed i have tried some memory foam toppers including Aerus. I really liked the feeling of Aerus, but find i overheat it and it gets too soft after a few hours. my experience with Tempur is that i loved the feel but it was way too hot. should i give up on memory foams for softness?
Also, can anyone tell me how to start a new thread? i have looked and looked and cannot figure it out. Thank you
Greetings everyone!
Iâm new here.
I was looking for a proper mattresses for my sonâs bunk bed for a long time, so I was very happy when I found your mattress forum. What should I consider before buying one? My boy is 8 now and heâs already big, also, Iâm certain that he will grow fast in next few years. Is there any way I could buy something that will last long enough? As far as I know, children need a more supportive sleep surfaces than adults. Or should I change mattresses every 1-2 years until he stop growing? Whatâs your opinion on Olee (mentioned here)?
I have so many questions and I would appreciate your answer, Phoenix.
The first suggestion I would have is to start with the mattress shopping tutorial here and make sure to you find out information listed here so you can compare the quality of the materials and components to the durability guidelines here to make sure there are no lower quality materials or weak links in a mattress that would be a cause for concern relative to the durability and useful life of a mattress before making any purchase.
You are correct that children need a sleeping surface that is more supportive due to their epiphyseal plate and postural formation. As you seem to be looking for something using polyurethane and Memory foam, Iâd want at least CertiPUR-US certification for each of the foams used in the mattress. Youâll tend to find your best price with traditional innerspring style mattresses for this particular application. Post #2 here includes links to most of the better forum posts and topics about mattresses and children and includes some suggestions and guidelines and links to some good quality/value options as well.
The mattress you mentioned is a 10" mattress containing 5" of pocket coil support layer and 4.5 inches of various foams of unspecified densities, which usually is a sign that there are lower quality foams that will break over time and cannot serve as a base for further adjustments as the child grows. With any mattress, you are considering, but especially for children, I would also make sure that all the foams listed in the mattress have safety certifications. As an alternative, you could checkout NestBeding 7" Big Kidâs Bed mattress which is in your price range and uses good quality and safe foams. They are also one of the our Trusted Members here which means that I think very highly of them and that I believe that they compete well with best in the industry in terms of their quality, value, service, knowledge, and transparency.
While adults can do better with memory foam âŚI am always hesitant to recommend this as a choice for children and Post #2 that I linked above has more about choosing materials that are âsafe enoughâ for children. Children also do better with more freedom of movement than even more responsive memory foam can provide. Aslo ⌠the microclimate of a memory foam mattress is not as breathable and temperature controlling as other more breathable materials and I believe that children need every advantage we can give them while they are sleeping, growing, and developing. Even with grownups, there are some guidelines that should be followed to make sure that you know what you are buying and that you can lessen the risk of buying memory foam in a very confused market that will supply you with lots of misinformation.
In general, for a growing child you wonât really need more than about 6" or so in thickness if you get a component style mattress when they grow older if they need some additional thickness or softness then you can either add another layer inside a new cover (if you have a zip cover) or add a topper to the mattress. One of the advantages of getting a multi-layered component style system mattress is that you can add or exchange layers as your child grows. If and when they need a softer comfort layer in their âsleeping systemâ you can also add a softer topper to any firmer childrenâsâ mattress when they get older and develop more adult proportions. If you desire something more ânaturalâ, but want to keep the cost as low as possible, you could do something like this (SleepEZ, roma) or this (Arizona Pr) both trusted members of the site. There are of course other options out there, but Iâm familiar with these. As the child moves from the preschooler/early childhood stage into teens it is usually recommended to adjust the sleeping surface towards the medium firm to medium (although growing children can adapt to almost anything) but youâd still want to keep it a bit âfirmerâ.
Hi Phoenix,
Thanks for all your extensive work on this site. Can you please help me in understanding the better value between two innerspring mattresses? Iâve read through the guides on this menu but am having trouble deciphering what pros outweigh what cons.
The first option is the Flexus Comfort Posture Sense and the second is the Custom Mattress Makers Daytona. For me the major pros of the Posture Sense are that itâs double sided and has tri-zone coils. The pros of the Daytona are that the foam layers seem to be better quality (?) and there is an option to swap out the comfort layer with 1" of dunlop latex (ILD @25%: 21.5 - 24.5) for about $60 more, but not sure if I would actually notice a difference.
I am not sure how important innerspring zoning is in your personal value equation but Daytona is an InEuroring/Poly Euro Top mattress which uses 8" 'Quantum-Edge Bolsaâs Leggett & Platt coils providing an even surface using 16 ga encased coils and 15 ga steal edge perimeter. Flexusâinnerspring is 6" with 3 zones encased coils with 15 ga center third support and 15.5 ga coils an older unit from Leggett & Platt.
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Zoning systems can certainly be useful and well worth considering for people that have more difficulty finding a mattress with the right âbalanceâ between comfort/pressure relief (under the shoulders especially) and support/alignment (under the hips/pelvis especially) or who have more challenging circumstances or sensitivities, body types that are more difficult to âmatchâ to a mattress, more complex medical issues, or who have a history of having more difficulty in finding a mattress that works well for them. There is more about zoning in this article and in post #11 here and the additional posts it links to but the only way to know whether any specific mattress (zoned or otherwise) will be a good match for you in terms of comfort, firmness, and PPP will be based on careful testing or your own personal experience.
The 1" of- HR 2.8lbs foam used in Daytona above the spring is one of the newer generation extremely durable high-performance polyfoams which is also more immediate in its response and would be a quality and very durable material. Depending on the feel you are after it may be worth considering exchanging the 1" HR Poly for Dunlop. Only you can really answer how you feel about latex or any other material. Each person has different preferences and the choice between latex and polyfoam and different budgets is part of each personâs individual value equation. There are many different types of mattresses in every category including latex so its quite possible that there are some you like and some you donât and each could have a different feel and performance. The upper layers of a mattress are the most important part of durability because they are the most subject to repeated compression and mechanical stress and for most people (but not all) ⌠they contribute more to the overall âfeelâ of the mattress as well.
The price point would obviously be another part of your personal value equation and I donât make specific recommendations because only you can decide on the âvalueâ of a mattress purchase relative to the other mattresses you are considering. There is a bit more about the 3 most important parts of the âvalueâ of a mattress purchase in post #13 here which can help you make more meaningful quality/value comparisons between mattresses in terms of suitability (how well you will sleep), durability (how long you will sleep well), and the overall value of a mattress compared to your other finalists based on suitability, durability, and all the other parts of your personal value equation that are most important to you.
Hello, Iâm the newest member of this lovely community. Iâm getting married in a month. Iâm looking for a matress that is perfect for a couple. I live in New Jersey by the way.
Congratulations on getting married! Finding a perfect bed for a newlywed couple! ⌠it a wonderful problem to have :lol:
The first thing Iâd recommend before trying to find a âperfectâ bed, in general, is to realize each person/couple is unique and a mattress that would be a perfect choice for one person/couple or even a larger group of people may be completely unsuitable for someone else to sleep on, Iâd start with doing a bit of research to pinpoint what your needs and preferences are in terms of feel, materials and firmness/softnessâŚ. Iâm not sure what youâve read since you found the site but just in case you havenât read it yet ⌠the first place to start your research is the mattress shopping tutorial here which includes all the basic information, steps, and guidelines that can help you make the best possible choice ⌠and perhaps more importantly know how and why to avoid the worst ones.
Two of the most important links in the tutorial that I would especially make sure youâve read are post #2 here which has more about the different ways to choose a suitable mattress (either locally or online) that is the best âmatchâ for you in terms of âcomfortâ, firmness, and PPP (Posture and alignment, Pressure relief, and your own Personal preferences) that can help you assess and minimize the risks of making a choice that doesnât turn out as well as you hoped for and post #13 here which has more about the most important parts of the âvalueâ of a mattress purchase which can help you make more meaningful quality/value comparisons between mattresses in terms of suitability (how well you will sleep), durability (how long you will sleep well), and the overall value of a mattress compared to your other finalists based on all the parts of your personal value equation that are most important to you (including the price of course and the options you have available after a purchase if your choice doesnât turn out as well as you hoped for).
While again nobody can speak to how any specific mattress will âfeelâ for someone else or whether it will be a good âmatchâ in terms of comfort, firmness, and PPP because this is too subjective and relative to different body types, sleeping positions, and individual preferences, sensitivities, and circumstances and you are the only one that can feel what you feel on a mattress ⌠outside of PPP (which is the most important part of âvalueâ), the next most important part of the value of a mattress purchase is durability which is all about how long you will sleep well on a mattress. This is the part of your research that you canât see or âfeelâ and assessing the durability and useful life of a mattress depends on knowing the specifics of its construction and the type and quality of the materials inside it regardless of the name of the manufacturer on the label or how a mattress feels in a showroom or when it is relatively new so I would always make sure that you find out the information listed here so you can compare the quality of the materials and components to the durability guidelines here to make sure there are no lower quality materials or weak links in a mattress that would be a cause for concern relative to the durability and useful life of a mattress before making any purchase.
You can perform a forum search and you can type a key term any city or area you would be closer to and consider driving such as New Jersey or any other area and see what other businesses have been discussed in that region which may be helpful to you.
I hope this gives you a good start and once youâve had the chance to narrow things down a little further, feel free to post back with any specific questions and I or any of our Expert Members will be happy to assist you.
Hi Phoenix, thanks for the tips and advice. Iâll check this out, itâs really a great help to me. Iâm wondering if there are good mattresses for my pet, though, I saw some pet beds which I think will be perfect for my pet.
Thank you for âThe Mattress Undergroundâ, your in-depth articles and help to educate us toward making great decisions in purchasing mattresses.
I have read and studied all the articles on this website and many of the communications in the âTalk to the Expert and Forumâ sections along with other similar sites, and still not found a definitive answer to the question of (How high humidity affects natural latex). There are many references to how natural latex, wool, and cotton can wick moisture away. I have not found information on moisture retention or the lack of it in high humid locations. Having researched dozens of mattress manufacturer websites it seems this aspect is not an issue they talk about either, however, I and millions of others must deal with this situation.
Living in Maryland near the Chesapeake Bay, sometimes spring and fall become quite humid and as my residence is built on a concrete slab foundation that tends to cause more humidity to accumulate. I sleep warm therefore I donât want memory foam and would like to purchase a mattress as organic as possible. I will be buying a medium firm mattress due to my sleeping style. Research has shown an innerspring mattress may breath better but Iâm concerned about other elements in the mattress retaining moisture. I am even considering a futon mattress if that will mitigate moisture. I see I could place the mattress on a âNatural Bed Rugâ and on an open slat bed base for additional breathability.
Any links to and additional information referring to this challenge would be greatly appreciated.
Respectfully, Wren22.
I purchased a 3 layer all 3 inches of latex mattress. I am 6 ft 1 in and 320 lbs. I have a bad lower back and my mid back hurts also. I purchased layers of extra firm dunlap on bottom, firm dunlop, and medium talay. I purchased these from SleepEZ. itâs a king so I am able to move some around. the first was way to hard. I then tried extra firm Dunlop, medium talay and medium talay. itâs better but not perfect. I suspect the only option I really have left is to try the firm Dunlop, medium talay and medium talay. I am trying to decide if I should purchase the 4th layer to do the extra firm Dunlop, firm Dunlop ,medium talay, medium talay. I need the support but need the softness to actually sleep. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance!
Hello wren22,
Thank you for visiting Luma Sleep in the Experts Forum. Your questions and concerns over humidity and its impact on the mattress are a bit unique, which is likely why there is little information available and definitely not âdefinitiveâ information about the impact of humidity. In certain product industries, such as electronics, and in particular in government purchasing processes, humidity chambers are used to conduct product testing so that the impact of environmental factors such as humidity (moisture)on the product performance can be quantified. There is no such testing or data related to using humidity chambers in the testing of mattresses.
Assuming your mattress is not outdoors , the level of humidity inside your residence will be relative to the climate controls of your furnace/air conditioning system. While a highly humid in-home environment will contribute to some moisture on the surface of your bedding (blankets, sheets, etc), the primary source of moisture impacting a mattress comes from perspiration. Most consumers do not realize that a average adult will lose 1-2 lbs while he/she sleeps at night, and this weight loss is primarily water loss from perspiration. What makes perspiration have an impact on the mattress is that the moisture is combined with pressure (body weight gravity) and body heat. The compression of the quilting materials and lower density foams used in many mattresses that result in body impressions is a direct result.
In regards to how latex reacts to high humidity, there are 2 factors that make latex somewhat impervious:
Latex is foam rubber that is fully cured when it is molded and dried. In this way, latex does not take a compression set meaning that the latex returns to its original height condition when the bodyâs pressure and heat are removed. The moisture from perspiration and/or humidity will not have an effect on the latex durability.
Latex, particularly Talalay latex, has an open cell foam structure. This provides for air flow through the material, which is commonly referred to as the breathe-ability of the foam. The open cell structure of latex foam will help dissipate moisture as well as heat (air), as well as allowing for the moisture to evaporate when then mattress is not being slept on.
Mattresses with fabric covers that contain materials that âwick awayâ moisture such as Tencel should also be considered if you have a humid environment or perspire/sleep warm.
Thank you kindly for your feedback. I am very sorry to hear that you are not sleeping comfortably.
In most cases lower to mid back pain equates to lack of support at the hips (mid-section). When your hips arenât receiving enough support, they tend to contour too far into the mattress, thus causing back aches (there are of course exceptions to this ruleâŚbut very few). Normally for someone weighing 300lbs or over, the absolute softest configuration that we recommend is what you started out with; Medium over Firm over X-Firm.
My question is have you tried a firmer configuration to see if that will relieve your back pain? Before you try an even softer configuration, (which will eventually worsen your back pain) I would recommend trying a firm over medium over extra firm configuration to add more support directly against your body. Indicators that your mattress is too firm are experiencing pressure points at the hips and shoulders. This can cause numbing in your arms and legs as well as pain in the hips and/or shoulders.
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, the level of humidity inside your residence will be relative to the climate controls of your furnace/air conditioning system. While a highly humid in-home environment will contribute to some moisture on the surface of your bedding (blankets, sheets, etc), the primary source of moisture impacting a mattress comes from perspiration. Most consumers do not realize that a average adult will lose 1-2 lbs while he/she sleeps at night, and this weight loss is primarily water loss from perspiration. What makes perspiration have an impact on the mattress is that the moisture is combined with pressure (body weight gravity) and body heat. The compression of the quilting materials and lower density foams used in many mattresses that result in body impressions is a direct result.