Get the Layers Right in Your Latex Mattress

Over the last 20 years, all of our latex mattress designs have made use of a solid 6" latex core, which is necessary for consistent, solid support, and gives the mattress its overall feel.

This is actually the simplest decision to make in layering your latex mattress. Here are some approximate guidelines - A medium core provides plenty of support for side sleepers up to approximately 180 lbs. Those over 150 lbs sleeping on their back, or heavier side sleepers, will want to choose a firm core.

There are two important additional considerations. First among these is personal preference, which primarily comes into play for those in 10 to 20 lbs of these suggested weights. Those that enjoy the feel of a softer mattress can choose a medium core, and conversely, those that enjoy a firmer feel will want a firm core.

The second consideration is the type of latex used for the mattress. The stated guidelines refer to the 100% natural Talalay latex used in our mattresses, using the firmness ratings determined by Talalay Global, the manufacturer of the latex. Dunlop latex is not as conforming as Talalay, giving it a denser and firmer feel, which simply put, is not as comfortable as Talalay latex.

We suggest that you avoid the common option sold online using three 3" layers of soft, medium and firm. The reason for this advice is that you're stuck with 3" of soft, which, while appropriate as a conforming layer for someone weighing about 120 lbs, is far too soft for most, and when this layer is moved down to the bottom or middle of the mattress, does not offer enough support for anyone over about 150 lbs.