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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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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 |