Sleep deprived. Research overload. Please help. Latex.

[phoenix]

Hi NeedABedASAP14,

Phoenix, my zip is 11772.

Some of the better options and possibilities I’m aware of that are reasonably close to you are listed in post #4 here.

I really hope my assumptions about latex are correct.

If your assumption is about durability then in general it’s the most durable of all the foam materials although other high quality foams can also make a durable choice.

Do additional layers of latex (with soft layers near the top), i.e. depth of latex in inches, matter? Some mattresses have 3 or 4 latex layers and I am guessing that may help with durability and softness (all other things equal).

Differences in the number of layers or the thickness or firmness of the layers are part of how each manufacturer esigns a unique mattress that has a different feel and performance compared to others and that can be a better (or worse) match for different people in terms of PPP. Thicker mattresses can have more of a “range” from soft to firm so people in higher weight ranges may do better with a slightly thicker mattress that can adapt to their body type a little better without “bottoming out” than those who are lighter. With customized mattresses … more layers also provides more options to either re-arrange or exchange the layers to “fine tune” it to the specific needs and preferences of each person. There is more about thicker layers or mattresses in post #14 here and more about having more layer options vs less in post #2 here.

I am hoping the latex sewn into the top will add additional “cushyness”.

Adding softness or “cush” and relieving pressure is the main reason for having a softer layer on top of a mattress and convoluted latex is softer than the same type and ILD of latex that is made in a solid layer. You can read a little more about their convoluted layer in post #2 here (in reply to question #4) and in post #12 here. It isn’t sewn into the mattress cover though and is an individual layer.

There appears to be a few latex players who sell good latex, all 10+ worth of just latex and in the 2200-2400 range. Dunlop bottom vs firm latalay, etc. - I have no idea, even after reading 100 pages on the subject matter.

You certainly have some good choices and sometimes the differences in “value” may be so insignificant for you that it may come down to what I mentioned in step 5 of the tutorial post …

While narrowing them down to one can be difficult … in the end you may need to just close your eyes, grit your teeth … and pull the trigger based on smaller differences that are important to you. At this point you really can’t make a mistake and the one you choose may just have some fine detail that tips the balance.

Phoenix