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I’m trying to decide on the combo of layers for a 13,000 Ca King latex mattress from SleepEZ, and desired some input. I’m 430 lbs, male, and sleep alone (correlation? LOL). I was planning on having it made in a dual firmness (more on that later) to help me dial in the most comfortable combination of layers, and also to provide versatility to make future changes easier if needed. I currently sleep on an aged “S” brand firm mattress, with a cheap 3” (2.2 lb?) memory foam layer on top. It’s actually not too bad. I talked with Shawn <sp> at SleepEZ, and his reco was all Dunlop as follows: Side 1 Side 2 Med Med Firm Med Xtra Firm Xtra Firm Xtra Firm Xtra Firm I’m concerned that this combo might be a little too firm for me? Shawn stated I should avoid any Soft layers, as my weight would blow right through any soft layers right down to the next layer. I agree, but was thinking a couple of layers in Talalay might be beneficial. He also stated that Talalay would not hold up as well longer term, as Dunlop. I’ve only field tested a couple of 3x3” (Savvy Rest) latex mattresses, their construction was: Savvy Bed #1 Soft - Talalay Soft - Dunlop Med - Dunlop
Savvy Bed #2 Soft - Talalay Med – Dunlop Firm – Dunlop I actually liked the feel of Bed #1, with Bed #2 feeling a little too firm (I have to go back and test them both again to be sure). They also have the Englander brand, but I haven’t tried them yet…as I imagined it wouldn’t provide a comparable reference to help me. I was thinking roughly of a combo such as: Side #1 Med – Talalay Med – Dunlop Firm - Dunlop Xtra Firm - Dunlop
Side #2 Med – Talalay Firm – Talalay Xtra Firm Talalay Xtra Firm Dunlop
Any input on layering would be greatly appreciated. I was planning on having the top layer made in two pieces so I could swap them around easier if needed. Would a two piece top layer really feel seamless? Considering my situation, which latex would you folks recommend? 100% Talalay, blended Talalay or Dunlop? Thanks so much in advance, as I realize this is a very subjective issue... |
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Steve, Thanks so much for your response. Everything you said makes sense to me. And you make a good point about the latex longevity issue. I'd rather be comfortable and replace it much sooner than the alternative. The issue of a 13" vs. 10" that you mention also makes sense to me. And I like to keep it simple as much as possible. I didn't feel as though I went right through any layers on that bed I tested. In fact the firmer bed felt as if it didn't yield much at all to my weight. Thanks again. I'm going to have to return and further test those beds now and spend more time and attention to detail on how they actually feel... Thanks again! |
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Also, I'd recommend that you get the cotton cover rather than the standard wool cover that sleepez typically uses. Wool is nice but wool in a cover compresses and leads to body impressions. I just replaced mine after only 2 years. If you decide you want wool do it in a separate layer that can be washed / fluffed / evened out.I actually like the cotton cover better and its cheaper too! Steve |