Total Latex Love

[phoenix]

Hi 4bluecats,

There is always a risk involved in adding any unknown (to you) layer or material to your mattress because only testing the specific combination can know for sure how it will feel and perform for you.

Having said that … there are some topper guidelines in post #2 here and the posts it links to that may be helpful in making your choice.

We purchased a metal high rise bed frame with a wire grid - it’s actually two frames side by side that are fastened together. It has a 3,000 lb weight capacity and we were told that this type of foundation is just fine for an all latex mattress, but I think it could be more supportive and should have something between the wires and the mattress. I worry about the mattress coming through the metal grid. I can also feel the metal support bars that run vertically up the center of the bed. (Husband Dear thinks I’m nuts - he doesn’t feel it at all). I’m hoping to come up with a not-too-expensive solution, at least temporarily. I was wondering if one could put a 2-3" piece of very firm HD foam under the latex mattress for an extra layer of support. The thinking behind this is that this is the kind of foundation I have seen recommended for hybrid mattresses since they have the much denser hd foam support layers on the bottom. I’m also thinking of buying a regular box foundation, but this would be at least 2.5x the price (snivel). Here’s where you can call me penny wise and pound foolish, help! help! I bought home a great new mattress and now I can’t afford to support it!! How embarrassing…

As you can see in post #10 here … I share some of your concerns about the long term results of a wire grid foundation with an all latex mattress. I think your idea of adding very firm polyfoam while not “urgent” would be a good one for the long term.

Phoenix