I am about ready to pull the triggert and order the components for a DIY all latex mattress. I have done enough reading and researching that my head is spinning. Me: 5’2" 140lbs mostly side sleeper Hubs: 6’1" 190 lbs combo side and back sleeper. We had a King Serta icomfort Revolution from 2011 and loved it, but it was time to replace. We decided to go non toxic and purchased 2 twin xl (to go on our adjustable base from a TMU trusted company, My Green Mattress. Their quality and customer service is outstanding, however, the mattresses are just WAY too firm for us and our bodies are suffering from it.
We have been recommended to get (from Bottom up) 3"dunlop firm, 3"dunlop medium, 3"talalay soft for me and talalay medium for hubs. We do NOT plan on using a tight After everything i have read and videos watched, I am wondering if this setup would be too firm for us. We really love a plush feel to our mattress, but know we need support as well. We do NOT plan on using a tight cover over the mattress, but rather a looser encasement that allows the latex to do what latex does.
Any comments or suggestions?
Hey itsnow1!
It sounds like you’ve done a ton of research, and I completely understand how overwhelming it can be…there are so many variables when designing a DIY latex mattress!
Given that you and your husband prefer a plush feel and found the My Green Mattress too firm, your current plan (3” Dunlop firm, 3” Dunlop medium, 3” Talalay soft for you / medium for your husband) might still lean a little on the firmer side especially since Dunlop has a denser, more “push back” feel than Talalay.
If you really love a plush feel, you might want to consider using Talalay for the middle layer as well. A setup with Dunlop firm on the bottom, Talalay medium in the middle, and Talalay soft on top would provide support while allowing for more contouring and pressure relief.
Since you’re opting for a looser encasement, the latex will be able to conform more freely, which should help enhance the softness and pressure relief.
Many latex component sellers offer exchange options, so if you start with a setup and it still feels too firm, you might be able to swap out a layer rather than replacing everything.
And, of course, there are so many experienced DIYers on the forum - I really do hope they chime in!
NikkiTMU