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Natural Talalay vs Synthetic Talalay
Mar 10, 2010 1:14 PM
george
Joined: Jul 29, 2009
Points: 12
Hi All - In refining my search I have some questions about Natural vs Synthetic Talalay.  After researching this forum I've found

Natural Talalay (Advantages)

  1. As close to natural as possible
  2. Has a more natural smell
  3. Possible more hypoallergenic

Natural Talalay (Disadvantages)

  1. Not as durable (need confirmation)
  2. Is not "full" natural anyways
  3. Has a more natural smell
  4. More expensive
  5. Not as bouncy

My questions are:

  1. Does Latex Internatinal produce the Natural Talalays or are there more suppliers?  I trust LI, so I am wondering if I buy a bed where the latex is from.
  2. What are your thoughts on Natural vs Synthetic?  I've already decided I like Talalay over Dunlop.
  3. What about durability?  Does anybody have any real FACTS on this?\

Your input would be appreciated.  I may just contact LI eventually too.

Thanks,

George

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Re: Natural Talalay vs Synthetic Talalay
Reply #5 Mar 10, 2010 9:28 PM
eagle2
Joined: Aug 17, 2009
Points: 542
My vote goes for 100% natural botanically grown Talalay processed latex, manufactured by Latex International.

 

Latex International makes a blended latex that is 30% natural 70% synthetic. Many like it just as well as the all natural, and it is less expensive. If you go for Latex International's blended product than I would recommend purchasing one grade firmer than you would if you were purchasing hundred percent natural. Because the blended product is less dense. ILD has nothing to do with density. They are two entirely different things, is my understanding.

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