Dunlopillo latex mattress V memory foam mattress

Tim_Deegan

steve6375 wrote: »

PS - I chose the firmest type of memory foam I could find.

HTH

If you go too high on the density then the memory foam takes too long to recover, and can make it difficult to change position in bed.

The recommended density is 60 to 70kg per m3, although 55 to 80kg is acceptable depending on personal preference.

Tim_Deegan

bookduck wrote: »

My Mum too has a memory matteress 3" topper, at first she found it warm, but comfotable. The mattress underneath is very firm. With age (4 years now) the mattress has lost it memory on the side she sleeps on.

She ony sleeps on one half and has now turned it over, complains that is warm again and that tit sculpts top her body, so she has difficulty turning in it.

Memory foam shouldn't lose it's memory in 4 years. What is the layer under the memory foam?

bookduck

Tim_Deegan wrote: »

Memory foam shouldn't lose it's memory in 4 years. What is the layer under the memory foam?

it is a VERY firm 'orthopedic' mattress under the 3" topper. Mattress was bought from ebay, but she is still happy with it. My mum could represent the UK in the Olympics, if complaining would be classified as a sport

Tim_Deegan

bookduck wrote: »

it is a VERY firm 'orthopedic' mattress under the 3" topper. Mattress was bought from ebay, but she is still happy with it. My mum could represent the UK in the Olympics, if complaining would be classified as a sport

What I mean is: under the memory foam is it reflex foam, open coil sprung, or pocket sprung?

Do you know if they still sell it on ebay?

bookduck

Er, one 3" piece of memory foam, on a plastic sheet to stop the mattress covering wearing away the foam. Think the mattress is open coil or z type interlocking spring, I think - a normal makro ortho mattress and i'm not really sure of its consistency to be honest, but fairly sure it is not pocket sprung. Unfortunately I do not know the make either.

Tim_Deegan

bookduck wrote: »

Er, one 3" piece of memory foam, on a plastic sheet to stop the mattress covering wearing away the foam. Think the mattress is open coil or z type interlocking spring, I think - a normal makro ortho mattress and i'm not really sure of its consistency to be honest, but fairly sure it is not pocket sprung. Unfortunately I do not know the make either.

A plastic cover???

I presume it only has memory foam on one side? If this is the case then the other side won't actually be suitable for sleeping on.

wandaland

Seems most of the discussion has been about foam mattresses rather than latex. Maybe this is because latex isn't very popular.

I have telephoned several retailers who are Dunlopillo stockists (according to the dunlopillo website) but most of them have stopped stocking their products giving various reasons such as too high price and loss of quality. So I am now a bit reluctant to buy dunlopillo.

I have looked at a Relyon mattress which contains latex.

So, Tim, this is a question for you (have looked at your previous threads - I gather you are an expert!) - what do you know about Relyon Embrace (version 1475) ?? Any advice?
And thank you for your advice about coolmax - I was wondering too if it really worked or was just an advertising gimmick.

Tim_Deegan

wandaland wrote: »

Seems most of the discussion has been about foam mattresses rather than latex. Maybe this is because latex isn't very popular.

I have telephoned several retailers who are Dunlopillo stockists (according to the dunlopillo website) but most of them have stopped stocking their products giving various reasons such as too high price and loss of quality. So I am now a bit reluctant to buy dunlopillo.

I have looked at a Relyon mattress which contains latex.

So, Tim, this is a question for you (have looked at your previous threads - I gather you are an expert!) - what do you know about Relyon Embrace (version 1475) ?? Any advice?
And thank you for your advice about coolmax - I was wondering too if it really worked or was just an advertising gimmick.

Hi.

I've looked on various web sites for this model bed including http://www.relyon.co.uk/divanProd.asp?id=84#mattOptions
which is the model in question on the the Relyon site. I can't actually fine anywhere that says it contains latex foam. It does say that it contains foam, but doesn't say what type, so I suspect that it would most likley be reflex foam. So for what appears to basically be pocket sprung mattress it appears to be very expensive.

I personally wouldn't be swayed by a coolmax cover as it would still warm up. The best way to keep from being too hot is to have a foam layer of no more than 2", on top of springs. Obviously pocket springs are best, but try and get a 2 sided mattress to increase the life.

wandaland

Thank you Tim!

But still have a question about FOAM. There are so many - us consumers just get blinded by 'science'. It is very important that the foam doesn't create heat.
So, which foam? I doubt if I would trust the advice of a sales assistant, who after all just want to sell.

I have a leaflet on the Relyon Embrace which I picked up at a department store. It states
"Embrace is a technically advanced natural talalay product with memory foam properties .... ".
I also have looked for further info on the web but have found none.

Anyway, all I want is a comfortable bed that is good for my back, hypoallergenic, and one that doesn't "cook" me. I don't know why I heat up at night - in the daytime I always feel cold. Maybe I should convert to a nocturnal creature!

Tim_Deegan

wandaland wrote: »

Thank you Tim!

But still have a question about FOAM. There are so many - us consumers just get blinded by 'science'. It is very important that the foam doesn't create heat.
So, which foam? I doubt if I would trust the advice of a sales assistant, who after all just want to sell.

I have a leaflet on the Relyon Embrace which I picked up at a department store. It states
"Embrace is a technically advanced natural talalay product with memory foam properties .... ".
I also have looked for further info on the web but have found none.

Anyway, all I want is a comfortable bed that is good for my back, hypoallergenic, and one that doesn't "cook" me. I don't know why I heat up at night - in the daytime I always feel cold. Maybe I should convert to a nocturnal creature!

There are three main types of foam used in mattresses:

Reflex Foam is basically loads of bubbles which squash when compressed, but immediately spring back to position when pressure is released....hence the name reflex. This is the normal foam that you see in most upholstery, car seats etc. Reflex foam also has the best insulating properties due to it being a closed cell structure which doesn't allow air to flow through it as easily as the other two.

Memory Foam is actually theopposite of reflex foam, and is lots of very small holes. It is high density so the holes are very small. When pressure is applie the air escapes slowly allowing it to mould to your body rather than applying upwards pressure as reflex foam would. When the pressure is taken away you would see an imprint for a few seconds as the air seeps back in to the holes. This type of foam is called open celled, and allows better air flow through the foam. This tpe of foam is only usually very warm when the memory foam layer is either too deep, or it is placed on top of reflex foam which doesn't allow air to circulate under it. Memory Foam is made from polyurethane with additional chemicals that add to its viscosity level, thereby increasing its density. It is often referred to as visco-elastic polyurethane foam. Depending on the chemicals used and its overall density, it is firmer in cool temperatures and softer when warm. Higher density memory foam reacts to body heat which allows it to mould itself to the shape of a warm body within a few minutes. A lower density memory foam is pressure-sensitive and will mould more quickly to the shape of the body.

Latex Foam is made from natural latex rubber and although it doesn't allow the air to flow as well as memory foam, it is usually made with many holes vertically through it which aids ventilation. Latex foam has a rubbery feel, and has a slightly cooler feel than memory foam, but can also be very expensive.

Foams don't create heat, but some insulate more than others.