Mattress Forum

I've been trying to figure out how to configure my 'perfect' supportive-yet-soft bed. So today while looking at firm pocketed-coil innersprings to put a nice topper on, I checked out a Simmons Comforpedic they had.

I've been leaning toward going with latex foam because I don't like the slow response of memory foam - makes rolling over a chore. But once I'm in position on a memory foam top, I do really like the stability, comfort and support.

But this Comforpedic bed fealt like a combo of latex & memory foam. It was quicker acting like latex, but not quite as 'bouncy' or active. It was a bit more stable and supportive like memory foam, but not as firm (especially before you heat it up).

- So does anyone know what that 'really' is from a technical standpoint?

- Is it something like this 4lb Aerus 'breathable' memory foam?

- Or should I think about combining thinner layers of both memory foam and latex (I had been leaning toward a 3" topper, whether latex or memory)?

Thanks. I know with most configurations I might end up going with, there's no way to test it ahead of time (mattress stores don't carry toppers). So I'm flying blind. But I have to admit, at least in a few minutes of trial, I did like the feeling of this.