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Checking few of the more reputable online sellers [reputable on this forum, it is], I have noticed 2 major "styles": 1. 3 layers of 2.8" each, with different firmness or material/process; 2. 1 core layer of 6" [or 5.6"] coupled with a 2" topper [again the offer includes different materials / processes for each; The second option tends to be cheaper in most cases regardless of material/process used.
Can anybody explain major differences and recommend the better way to go. And yet another question: when "topper" is referred to, is there any difference between it and mattress components? In other words - can I construct a 9" good latex mattress buying 3 x 3" toppers?
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IMHO, a "topper" is a separate piece laid atop a mattress. It's usually finished all by itself in a thin cotton wrap, but some are bare foam. The term is often used for the top layer in a layered mattress. Since these are usually inside the mattress casing, I think that's bogus usage, but nobody gave me a mattress terminology policeman's badge. I have no idea what the reasoning for or dis/advantages of the 3x2.8 inch or 2 inch over 6 inch structure is. It may be a matter of what the maker can get most cost-effectively. I chose a 3-layer mattress from Sleep EZ in part because it seemed to give the maximum amount of adjustability. I know others have chosen the 6 inch core style specifically for reasons of comfort and feel. You can build your own bed from component pieces - whatever number of pieces add up to the thickness and size you want, wrapped in a suitably sized quilted casing. Unless you can get a really good price on foam by buying it separately, though, you're probably better off choosing a maker and working with their options. Most let you swap out layers once or twice to adjust the feel if you guess wrong. |
| Thanks guys for all the info. |