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Hello everyone. I am new to the forums but have browsed a little bit. However, it's a little bit overwhelming :> I have recently, last weekend!, replaced an 11 year old mattress that had definite cratering, with a new firm spring mattress. (Original Mattress Factory Orthopedic Ultra Firm - queen). The good news is that the lower back pain that I had been experiencing just getting out of bed does seem better so far. The bad news is I think a bit of cushioning is needed. I am a restless sleeper...have always tossed and turned and changed positions. I do seem to end up sleeping on my side (and sometimes stomach) a fair bit and this is where the Ultra Firm could use a little help. But at least the crater is gone (and honestly I should have replaced the mattress at least a year ago.) Since the mattress is brand new, and firm, it seems like I should be able to get away with just adding an inch or two of topper in various configuration to add a little bit of comfort. From some of the posts I've read, it seems like either a latex layer (1-2" @20ILD?) and/or a 1" memory foam layer? I am a bit "afraid" of the heat issue with foam...I am pretty sensitive to temperature and always have a tougher time sleeping well during the summer. Is this where the "convoluted" foam pieces are supposed to help by allowing more air flow? I have not done it yet, but am considering calling OMF to see if they can cut a piece of latex to size for a topper since they sell latex mattresses. I just don't know if they cut their own latex or not. Does anyone have specific suggestions on the best way to start? For what it is worth, I am @5'6" and do carry extra weight particularly in the stomach. And budget friendly options are important. |
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In my opinion, I would go with a latex topper. I've tried both, and the memory foam topper ( I tried 2") end up sagging as well and don't provide support, and caused me back pain. If you were to go to memory, I would go no more than 1". If you go to latex, I still think you need at least 2" (and maybe 3") or you will sink through it. 19 or 20 ILD is the right range for a topper, but you could go to 22 or even down to 14 depending how much softness you are looking for. I think the ideal topper is about 3" of about 19 ILD or so, all depending on the individual. You may want to get one from someone who has a good return policy, if possible. Usually there is either a re-stocking or shipping fee or both, but I haven't researched that much. If OMF has some latex cut that you could lay on, that would be ideal. Latex isn't cheap and harder to find, but I think you are getting a better product. Memory foam is much less expensive but the quality is pretty much all over the place. I saw some memory foam at Walmart but I wouldn't go there and don't even know the price....wasn't interested. Here is a thread with some suggestions for latex toppers: http://www.whatsthebest-mattress.com/forum/latex-toppers/16314-0-1.html Good luck and let us know how it comes out so others can benefit from your experience. |
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texasniteowl wrote: I have not done it yet, but am considering calling OMF to see if they can cut a piece of latex to size for a topper since they sell latex mattresses. I just don't know if they cut their own latex or not. I'd encourage you to start with OMF -- I bet they can cut a latex topper for you. (I recently did that with another independent mattress maker, one in my area; much cheaper than buying toppers online.) If you can go into the OMF store and lie on their latex mattresses, that will help give you an idea of what the latex will feel like and how much you might need. For side sleeping, I think you'll need at least 2 inches, maybe 3. I used to be an advocate of trying toppers an inch at a time -- the thicker ones are hard to mail back -- but have since changed my mind. I would have saved myself a lot of trouble if I'd started with 2 or 3 inches of a low-ILD latex topper instead of trying to add an inch at a time. All that did was confuse me. My toppers are on a very firm innerspring mattress, and I'm a side sleeper, if that helps. (For more of the saga, see the "tweaking my toppers again" thread.) I really think OMF is the place to start. Good luck, and let us know how you do. |