About Fusion 3 natural latex mattress
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Hello I would appreciate your help. I suffer from dermatitis/eczema and night heat problems and I have been advised to change to a latex mattress. I have a few questions: Would the solution be the Fusion 5 100% Natural Latex Core medium? I am used to a firm pocket sprung mattress. How does the medium latex compare to a firm pocket sprung? Is it feasible/possible to have a firm latex? I would need to purchase a topper and am interested in the LayGel. What is the difference in comfort and support between the 5 cms and 7.5? I will replace my current double base to a king size. Can this Fusion 5 mattress be used on a slatted base bed or does it require a divan base? I have viewed your video and read your web pages. Can I double check that this is the best mattress to go for with the least chance of any long term smell? And finally can I also ask if I place an order, once I have your reply, then the delivery would be in 4 weeks time.
Hi Di,
Can I ask who advised a latex mattress given night heating problems?
The reason I ask is that whilst latex is breathable and the least heat retentive of mattress foams, its not as cool as say a traditional naturally filled mattress.
If you have concerns about over heating I wouldn’t recommend jumping from a pocket sprung mattress to a solid core latex mattress.
In terms of a comparison; pocket sprung traditional mattresses have a completely different sensation to solid core Natural Latex. The latex has a progressive sink and comfort feel which is hard to articulate, its much more pressure reliving than say a pocket sprung mattress but then has the draw back that you can’t for example have a dual tension latex mattress or edge support.
I would advise you try some latex mattresses to compare to your current mattress.
It is feasible to have a firm latex such as 80kg Latex. I would need to know your bodyweight to give an idea of the tension that would suit you.
I would ask you to look at the Fusion 3 solid core latex mattress, which has matching latex topper, rather than match a laygel topper with a latex mattress.
The laygel topper is soft so it would give an even softer feel to the latex top layers. The deeper 7.5cm laygel topper would provide a deeper sink than the 5cm topper.
I wouldn’t recommend putting a foam or latex mattress on a slatted base, we have some guidance here if you do have one. We always advise they are boarded over for this type of bed.
There will be some off gassing with all mattresses including latex, the duration of this is subject to ventilation and the individuals sensitivity to new smells. I couldn’t give any guarantee that this would be more or less than another material because again its very subjective.
I’ve probably raised more questions than you were expecting, but want to make sure you have checked and tested all the variables before buying a new mattress.
Kind Regards Gary
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I have purchased a top quality natural tufted mattress and have read with interest the reasons for why tufting is generally considered good. on your site But I have to say now I turn in bed I notice the buttons especially the ones just below the waist line. Can I ask you what topper you would recommend that would not spoil the feel of a quality sprung mattress but would avoid your catching the button when you turn from say right to left. I have a Staples Artisan Decadence mattress.
Hi Anton,
Thank you for your comments. Comments only show on the website once they have been approved in the office, as you can guess, we get a lot of spam comments.
Your Staples and Co Artisan Decadence mattress is a natural fibre pillowtop mattress. You could try putting a spare duvet under your sheet to see if a mattress topper would solve the issue before purchasing a mattress topper.
As your mattress is a pillow top mattress you do not want a deep mattress topper as this would give the mattress too much cushioning and you would sink a lot more into the upholstery layers. We always recommend a mattress topper that compliments the fibres within your mattress. Given your mattress contains layers of wool, cotton, alpaca and flax, I would recommend a thin 3 – 5 cm natural fibre topper such as wool or cotton to even the sleep surface without changing the overall feel too much or loosing the breathability of your mattress.
I hope this helps and if you would like any further information please do not hesitate to contact the office on 0161 437 4419.
Kind Regards
Michaela
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