Naturepedic EOS Pillowtop for one, or alternative?

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Hi! I am looking to switch to a hybrid latex mattress and really enjoyed the Naturepedic EOS Pillowtop in the store. I’m a 5’6” 150lb back and sometimes side sleeper who has slept mainly on (broken in) firm hybrids. I’m looking at firm coils with either a firm and a medium or medium and medium comfort layers.

My big concerns are: (1) I sleep solo and they couldn’t do two of the same configuration in the store to test the split. Can you feel this on the pillow top? At this price I don’t want to have to get another topper layer and returning the whole thing is such a pain. I’m a bit shocked they don’t have non-split options…

(2) I liked the firm firm medium in the store, but I appreciate those are really broken in. I may also start doing more side sleeping. For those of you who tried in store and then went home, did you go with what you liked or a little softer?

Bonus Q: do they really give you whole new layers? Or are they used and cleaned? Anyone know?

If you can feel the split, ideas for alternatives? I thought about DIY but am concerned about the warranty and love this casing.

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Hi CatAndGirl,

If I am to understand your question, you tried a EOS naturepedic in the store, and liked it, but they could not split the comfort layer on a display model in the store for you to test.

Yes they give you new layers. All replacement comfort layers are brand new, not refurbished or cleaned returns. They take the used ones back (when applicable for comfort exchanges), but you always receive a new component.

Naturepedic uses a full encasement pillowtop zip system, so while the comfort layers inside are split (e.g., left side firm/medium, right side medium/medium), they’re still contained within a single, unified quilted pillowtop. Most solo sleepers don’t feel the split, especially if, the comfort layers are the same on both sides, or you sleep centrally rather than right on the split seam.

However, I have read that some very sensitive sleepers report feeling a “ridge” where the comfort layers meet, especially when lying right on the line and if there’s a noticeable difference in firmness between the two sides.
If you’re going firm/medium and medium/medium, the difference is subtle enough that most people report the seam “disappears” after the first few weeks of break-in.

Store models are broken in, pretty much anywhere you go, with just about any mattress, likely 6 months+ of people testing them. They’ll feel softer than a new one. Unless it is a new model or a redesigned model.

Latex, especially organic Dunlop (which Naturepedic uses), does break in a bit, but not as much as synthetic foam or Talalay latex.

If you liked firm/firm/medium in the store, it’s safe to expect the at-home version to feel noticeably firmer at first. If you plan to increase side sleeping (which puts more pressure on your shoulder and hips), the medium/medium combo might serve you better long-term, but if it doesnt work, you always have the option to replace a layer at anytime.

@TheCleanBedroom is well versed with Naturepedic and may offer some additional wisdom.

As for alternatives. @Sleep_EZ or @Arizona_Premium could easily come up with a solution for you in this area.

@DLX offers the latexlux, and has a hybrid with split comfort layers in both queen and king, but offers a different configuration method. The DLX is one that you would find it extremely difficult to notice the split, as their zipper cover offers 1-1/2" of 1.8lb density foam so feeling that very tightly set in the mattress. My mother in law has the premier hybrid version in a queen firm/med split and you would never know it was a split internal comfort layer,

If you do consider a DIY, then you really need to consult with @Sleep_EZ or @Arizona_Premium, they may call it do it yourself, but it is not something you would want to tackle without professional help.

Hope this helps,

Maverick

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Thanks, @Maverick, for the mention—always appreciated!

With our mattresses at DLX, we use a quilted cover with high-density foam over the 3" comfort layer (which can be split). That quilted layer helps smooth out the transition between the two sides since it’s sewn as one piece. That said, as Maverick mentioned, some folks are more sensitive to the transition than others. Most people don’t notice it, but a few do—just depends on the sleeper.

We’ve seen that thinner quilted covers, especially ones that only use fiber and no foam, can make the transition more noticeable. But again, everyone’s different.

Just to clarify: once our mattresses are opened or removed from packaging, we never bring anything back into the factory so there’s zero risk of us reusing any parts.

If you tried the Naturepedic in-store and it felt better than anything else you’ve tried, we always say go with what you love. Just remember, any floor model is going to feel more broken-in than the one delivered to your home. It can take 60–90 days for a mattress to break in and for your body to fully adjust—especially if that store model’s been on the floor for 6 months or more.

If you’re still considering DLX, we’re happy to help with specific advice on our models. But if you’re looking for a fully organic mattress, we might not be the best fit.

One last tip on showroom testing, most people (especially side sleepers) end up picking something too firm. A big reason? People usually lie on their backs for a minute or two, then move on. Testing in your actual sleep position for 10–15 minutes can feel like forever in a store, but it makes a huge difference. You’re trying to find that balance of comfort and support for how you actually sleep.

Hope that helps and happy mattress hunting!

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I’ll start with the Bonus Q: Yes, they do really give you all new layers. Because Naturepedic makes organic, chemical-free components - they will not reuse them because that would involve spraying chemicals. I believe it is one layer swap that you can do - and of course you can purchase components at a later date (e.g. 10 years down the road) if you are past the swap period or already used your swap. People’s needs change and buying one component is much cheaper than a whole new mattress.

We haven’t had people complain about the ridge, but I understand your concern. As you saw when you tried it, the cover is heavy duty and quilted with wool. It is also quite snug. The cover tends to hold the components together so that no divisions are felt.

It is true that mattresses in the store are sometimes broken in more than what you will experience with a new model - good to keep that in mind. If it is too firm when you get it, you can switch a component or add a topper.

I hope this helps - good luck with your purchase!