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Hello, and thanks for creating a very informative and interesting forum. I do feel that I learn 2 things, and then have 3 more questions. Oh well... My wife and I have decided that latex (mattress!) is the way to go for us, and of the few we've been able to recline upon, we prefer softer ones, like the Serta Serenity Plush, a similar Serta model, and (maybe especially) the Original Mattress Factory's "plush" latex model (see http://www.originalmattress.com/products_and_prices/mattresses_and_box_springs/foam_and_latex_mattresses.aspx ) . What each of these seem to have in common is a fairly thickly quilted cover which contains a (non-latex) foam. (These are not pillow-tops, which we do not prefer and I've learned here are to be avoided.) These were the most comfortable in our 20-30 minute tests, as the less quilted ones seemed too firm to our liking. When I investigate the world of options on the internet, there seems to be a split between the quilted more plus approach (example http://www.greenmattresses.com/mattress-acadia.html ) and the thin velour or terry-cloth like approach that places like SleepEZ and others take. I am no purist- all we want is a good sleeping "system". So I'm interested in feedback/opinions regarding the more substantial quilted covers, like the Acadia model by green mattresses, especially if there are those who have experience in both kinds. We are average build/weight, and are side/back sleepers. Softer models have felt better on my shoulders, although I'm concerned that too soft will bother the back. Any help will be welcomed and appreciated, so thanks! |
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It's so hard to describe how something feels and each person has a different perception of "firm" and "soft." I have almost the exact mattress set-up as BillB -- in fact, he was very helpful to me when I made my selection -- and I find that the Cuddle Bed mattress cover, with about an inch or so of batting in a pillowtop, adds softness to the bed. But I never slept on it without this cover and don't know how different the mattress would feel without it. I considered buying a more expensive, quilted mattress cover with wool batting and now I'm glad I didn't spend the extra money. This message was modified May 15, 2009 by Beanie
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I will add to my post that the only reason I have the Costco Cuddle Bed pad on is for my wife's comfort. As a side sleeper she needed that extra 1" of fluff to ease the pressure points in her shoulder and hip areas. I actually would prefer it without the extra padding. This message was modified May 15, 2009 by BillB
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| Then there is my opinion..... I tried the Cuddlebed and didn't like it. I can't explain why, but I didn't. I just have a blanket to protect the Dunlop latex, and my zoning layers of various products. Then I have a cotton jersey sheet over that. I like it fine this way. I can feel the memory foam and latex under the thin blanket. Not all of us like the same things as you can read here..... |
| First, I correct me if I'm wrong, but the OMC is cheaper than the Serta, and I think that OMC makes a better bed in general. That said, I am actually disappointed in OMC's use of the pu foam in their quilt. If I am seeing the picture right on their web page, they also use a layer of PU foam after the latex and before the cover. The mattress core will last longer than the PU foam. For the money you are spending, and that you know that you like the latex, I would go with Flobeds or SleepEZ. For a little extra $, you can get customizable layers that will work perfectly for each of you. And you have huge flexibility. I know that if you can't find a good foam layer combination, I think that they will take the bed back, something that OMC won't do. Finally, the covers are much nicer than a the terry cloth that you described. |