Help With Latex Foundation
Sep 7, 2009 12:07 AM
Joined: Aug 17, 2009
Points: 542
I need help making a decision about a foundation for a latex mattress. I currently have a waterbed with the standard waterbed foundation. That is to say, one that has a solid top piece over the slats. This of course would restrict air circulation as opposed to a normally slatted foundation for a latex mattress with the traditional 2 inch gap between slats.

I am getting conflicting advice. This advice has come principally from people who are supposed to know what they’re talking about. Some say that my foundation will be just fine. Others say, no!, you need a slatted foundation in order to get the proper amount of ventilation so that you don’t get mildew or other ill effects transmitted to your latex mattress. There are some others who say that it doesn’t matter all that much, maybe it will be a problem, and maybe it won’t.

What I would like to hear is something from those who have actually had experience with latex mattresses, and can share that experience with those of us who are ignorant of the possibilities.
Re: Help With Latex Foundation
Reply #6 Sep 7, 2009 1:34 PM
Joined: Aug 17, 2009
Points: 542
Bear: Thanks for your responding. I believe I am going to take your advice and "take a wait and see attitude."

Alex: I have a softsided waterbed. So the latex will sit on top of the box's. Your "it will breath out the sides" idea was what the sales guy at Sleep EZ told me as well.

So I thank all those board members who were kind enough to post back, I give you all a big "Thank You" for your advice.

Have a happy Labor Day!!