Think we are going Latex, recommendations for our size? Vendors? Builds? Where to test them out?

[Glenbury]

In response to GK.. I know what the guy is doing making his own layers etc etc.. I would like to know how successful these man made layered beds are.. and how long they actually last for the dollars spent? The only reason I post on here is to make a person think about what they are doing.. yes I am bitter about all the money I have spent on high end mattresses and been taken by the best of the names out there believing in their warranties and all the hype about the mattress in question that I did eventually buy.. thus making my comments that spending a ton of money on a mattress doesn't buy you anything today.. the toppers are just that toppers that have no foundation other than the one you put it on and if it isn't constructed properly you will not get a good comfort level for you body.. I do NOT have a topper on mine.. I just stated that I actually did better with a cheaper mattress than all the high end mattresses out there.. I don't mean to piss on anyone.. just make them think before they spend......!! I do believe the guy will buy a bunch of layers and end up with just that a bunch of layers of foam or latex that will not have any real support in the end....Just sayin..

 

[GKDesigns]

Glenbury wrote:>>
>>I would like to know how successful these man made layered beds are.. and how long they actually last for the dollars spent?

Good question to ask. I have $2000 invested in my Queen 3x3" blended LI Talalay Latex mattress and platform. I spec'd and bought the mattress... the cover will last a very long time... the Latex has a 20 year manufacturer warranty and can be replaced. I designed and built the platform for $400... it will last a lifetime supporting any type of mattress and has a ~14" clearance for underbed storage. This bed sleeps fine and it is successful.

>>The only reason I post on here is to make a person think about what they are doing..

Some of it reads as unsubstantiated skepticism, forewarning inevitable failure and with a touch of ridicule... not informed, not useful, and not helpful, imo.

>>I do believe the guy will buy a bunch of layers and end up with just that a bunch of layers of foam or latex that will not have any real support in the end....Just sayin..

Possible, but Latex foam rubber ranges super plush to super firm and can be very supportive. Even super plush can feel extremely firm and supportive to a light/distributed load. The 14-44 ILD firmness range is manufactured to be suitable for mattress applications, and it is.

GK

 

[Glenbury]

Gk... I have no doubt the platform you made will outlast your latex... would love to see them make good on that 20 year warranty... Different experiences by different consumers..!!

 

[GKDesigns]

Glenbury wrote:
GK... I have no doubt the platform you made will outlast your latex... would love to see them make good on that 20 year warranty... Different experiences by different consumers..!!
I view the warranty as more an indicator of service life than a recourse for service. We'll see.
GK

 

[CurtisP]

Im going through a similar process guys looking to buy latex mattress online. Alot of vendors are offering me a cheap spring mattress but I just dont think they are comparable. Can the spring mattress work as well?

 

[JSK23]

OP is back! We put off the new bed post-wedding over a potential job switch, moving out of state, but now the bed is back on the radar. A few more questions before we finalize things, hopefully we order this week or next.

1. Moving. If we do move out of state, just how hard are these SleepEZ mattresses going to be to move? Recommendations on a how-to?
2. The nomad bed slate frame on Amazon. I don't see a lot of mentions of latex on the customer reviews on that product page. Is it coming to be supporting enough for latex? Are the slats too far apart? I saw some complaints about the center "seam" of the bed and it rising, but others say that has been remedied in later builds. Anyone with experience with that?
3. Are there other slat frames we should consider within a $100-200 of the Nomad?
4. Currently, after talking to the sleepez guys they say firm, medium, soft layers for the wife. And for me, extra firm, firm, and medium. They come with the wool cover, then we just need to pick out a pad to put under the sheet. Recommendations?

 

[TOBNC]

In my opinion an all Talalay is over kill, it is fine for a layer but all is a waste and will not last as long as Dunlop IMHO.

 

[JSK23]

based on what exactly?

Also, I have some concerns about the Nomad bed option from World of Futons. Mainly regarding support. One, what are the distances between the slats, but horizontally and then the center seam. Everyone says that less 3" is a must. Ive contacted the manufacturer and hope to hear back. Two, I am a bit worried that it may bow in the middle as there are no middle support beams. A King latex is what, 150-180 pounds? Plus 390 between my wife and I. Is a center support leg needed?
*edit* after talking to world of futons, they mention the gaps are 4.25 between the slats and 3.25 at the center. Definitely seems like a no-no.
What other options should we consider?