LATEX MATTRESS BUYER`S GUIDE
What is an Latex Mattress?
.What is a latex mattress made out of? There is more than one type of latex mattress. They can be constructed of 100% all natural latex, organic latex, or mixed. A hybrid type is made of a mixture of latex and memory foam or other materials. Rest Right Mattress has all three types. Natural latex is the foundation for all three that we carry. Natural latex foam is made from tropical trees called Hevea Brasiliensis. Sap from these trees is harvested and minimally processed to create mattresses that are breathable and lasting. Not all king size latex mattresses are made the same way. Differences between each companies growing, harvesting and processing procedures produce differences in the final mattress. There can even be differences between mattresses by the same brand. Ultimately these differences are reflected in price. Additionally, each mattress is built for different individual sleep preferences.
Latex Mattresses
10” Kingship Comfort Restful Latex Mattress
Sizes: All Standard Sizes , Custom Sizes
Comfort Level: Adjustable Comfort
Highlights
- 18 IFD Latex Soft Layer
- 24 IFD Latex Medium Layer
- 32 IFD Latex Firm Layer
- Built in USA
- Ships in 6 Business Days
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11.5” Kingship Comfort Split Top Mattress
Sizes: Split Top Cal King, Split Top King, Split Top Queen
Comfort Level: Adjustable Comfort
Highlights
- Quilted Organic Cotton Cover
- 3″ (2) 18 IFD Soft Dunlop Latex
- 3″ (2) 24 IFD Medium Dunlop Latex
- 3″ (2) 32 IFD Firm Dunlop Latex
- Adjustable Comfort
- Ships in 6 Business Days
WHY YOU SHOULD BUY
Kingship Comfort Hybrid Latex Mattress
Sizes: Standard Sizes, Custom Sizes
Comfort: Soft, Medium, Firm
Highlights
- Knit Quilted Top Cover
- Dunlop Latex
- Encase Plus Foam
- Leggett & Platt Pocketed Coil with Quantum® Edge
- High Density Poly Base
- Made with CertiPUR-US Foam
- USA Made
- Ships in 6 Business Days
- Firmness Option: Soft, Medium, or Firm
WHY YOU SHOULD BUY
What are Adjustable Latex Layers?
Customize your king size latex mattress using the iAdjust three layer comfort system to change the firmness. By simply assembling the three layers in the desired order, you can change the mattress to be anywhere from soft to firm. If you want a firm mattress, stack the layers with the firm layer on top followed by the medium and soft ones. For a side sleeper, use the firmest layer as a base layer and top the stack with the softest layer. A medium firm layer on top can be ideal for someone who moves around a lot as they sleep. Those with inconsistent sleeping positions might prefer this setup as well. Couples, who need a compromise due to different sleep preferences, might also try this arrangement. However, the point of the three layers is that you can adjust them until you find the perfect mattress firmness. This way you can address pressure points by changing the firmness. The sections all come with a separate cover around them to protect them from any damage. Then the mattress cover goes around them holding them in place and further protecting your investment.
What is ILD in a Latex Mattress?
The softness or firmness of a latex mattress is determined by its ILD number, which stands for Indentation Load Deflection. ILD numbers are usually presented as a range. In the case of the adjustable three layer system, each layer has its own ILD number. For a latex mattress, the medium layer has an ILD range of 30-32. This range indicates the pounds of pressure required to create a 25% indentation in a four-inch space. The softer layer has an ILD range of 19-22, and the firmer layer has a range of 37-40. Each layer of the mattress has a different density, resulting in a different ILD.
Making a Dunlop Latex Mattress
There are a couple ways that Dunlop latex mattress are made; the traditional way and the continuous pour method. Get the specifics below. Dunlop latex production is simple and energy efficient. Either process that is used starts the same way with tree tapping and sap collection.
- Tapping Trees: To begin manufacturing a latex mattress, it starts with farmers on plantations, generally in Southeast Asia. We visited a rubber estate in Malaysia and saw firsthand the tall rubber trees in action. Farmers first use a Jabong knife or a V-groove tool to tap the trees. This gets the flow of sap dripping down the trees into collection pans near the ground. Collection pans can be recycled jugs, bowls or cans.
- Milk Collection: The latex milk is then gathered from all the trees and poured together. It is dumped through a strainer to filter out impurities such as dirt and tree bark. Water is added to dilute the milk.
- Foaming and Pouring: Manufacturing a mattress using the Dunlop production technique is a large-scale production. As so, factory machines are used to add and mix air into the liquid latex before pouring into a mold.
Our Thoughts
Consider a latex mattress for its versatility and benefits. A latex mattress offers adjustable firmness to accommodate your changing needs and sleeping positions. It is naturally resistant to moisture, heat, and dust mites, and it also has antimicrobial properties, making it hypoallergenic. Rest Right Mattress offers great prices on latex mattresses, ensuring you get a quality product at a good value.
Questions & Answers
Is dunlop latex natural?
Dunlop latex is natural latex. It is a more natural way of producing latex than Talalay. With Talalay, molds are chemically frozen and expanded whereas Dunlop skips this step.
Is a dunlop mattress a good choice for you?
A Dunlop latex mattress is a good choice for several reasons. It is made using eco-friendly practices. It is natural, with very few chemicals used in processing. Dunlop latex mattresses are responsive. When you get out of bed, a Dunlop latex mattress will instantly return to its original shape. They are springy and denser than other types of latex. Additionally, Dunlop latex mattresses offer good motion isolation. They also naturally offer edge support superior to many foam mattresses.