Hi Phoenix, Locally, its come down to two innerspring hybrids by factory direct manufacturer. I think ive got two good quality no weak link choices. Having already had an initial info gathering visit, i returned for a comfort and support test which is where i hit a small snag. Here are the specs of both mattresses ( pretty much identical minus the type of foam):
3" Gel Latex- blended Talaylay IDL 19
1-1.5" convoluted 1.8lb hd polyfoam
5-6" pocketcoil innerspring
Mattress 2:
3" gel memory foam 4.17lb density ( im not sure of exact # but im certain it was 4 point something).
1-1.5" convoluted 1.8lb hd polyfoam
5-6" pocketed innerspring
My experience with laying on both has created some concerns within my decisionmaking. I have read through the tutorial posts on comfort, proper alignment and have taken all the info into account. While i did find laying on the latex version was like floating on air, i did find it abit “springier” than i hoped but that being said , on my back it was divine. On my side, i was comfortable but i asked the person with me to check my alignment and they first told me they could clearly see my thigh/bottom area dipping into the mattress but it “seemed” my alignment was ok. We switched positions so i could see the effect (we are similar body types) and i did notice the butt area forming a dip in the mattress but with from what i could tell as well an ok alignment. O.o This did not happen on the memory foam model and although it has a firmer feel, i guess i have the idea that it may be more supportive guess because of that.
Is a dip in a latex mattress normal or not so much? Ive come across two diagrams :
This one has a graphic of a woman lying on her side, showing proper alignment, but there is also a dip in the latex where parts of her body mold into the mattress.
https://www.cozypure.com/latex-mattresses/pure-performance-core-support-natural-latex-organic-mattress-with-5-zone-latex-core
Then, i found this graphic on this site that seemed to show that proper alignment would not cause a dip where the poor alignment would.
http://sleeplikeabear.com/files/2689726/uploaded/buyersguide_firmness_guide.jpg
I realize this is all quite general but the fact that i caused a noticable dip in the latex innerspring model makes me wonder if the latex is just too soft for me? Im not sure how well i can trust the “ok” on proper alignment by the person with me but the owner also verified my alignment was ok. I just want to cover all my bases in understanding latex and wanted to address this dip and if it is a normal occurrance in a soft latex bed?
Could the over-resilient feeling i get from the top of the latex innerspring model be remedied by placing a memory foam pad on top? Or a latex topper with a higher IDL?
Lastly, one thing i had failed to consider is that i happen to spend a lot of time sitting on my bed. This would mean more compression than just the nightly aspect of sleeping on it. With a 4.17lb memory foam density, how much should i take this into account in it possibly creating permanent indentations?
Thanks for your time!