Have you ever wondered what it means for a mattress to be natural?
There are all kinds of terms used these days when it comes to the so called, “natural” mattress. You may have come across terms like bio-foam, green-tea infused foam, natural memory foam, copper infused foam, graphite foam, or the one that companies love to flaunt… bamboo.
So what do all of these mean and what’s the actual definition of a, “natural” mattress? We explain it in the video below.
Have you heard of the popular debate concerning the several types of mattresses? A comparison between a latex coil hybrid mattress and a memory foam mattress seems to intrigue experts and customers alike. Is latex actually better than memory foam, and what are the pros and cons to each? Here are a few things to know before you try them both out and to help you form your own opinion on the matter.
Let’s dip into some interesting mattress history. An innerspring mattress system has been around since the 1930’s. Although its contemporary rivals become more and more popular as time goes by, innerspring mattresses are still out there, and they still have their loyal supporters. As their name suggests, the core of these mattresses is made of supportive, but flexible coil systems. It ranges from Bonnell, offset, and continuous wire coils, to pocketed coils, (also known as encased coils, or Marshall coils).
What many sleepers still prefer about these mattresses are their firmness and bounciness. As they absorb less body heat than their modern competitors, they feel a lot cooler to sleep on, which the, “hot sleepers” particularly love.
On the other hand, innerspring mattresses are less durable, they don’t have the ability to conform to a human body and often feel stiff. They offer poor motion separation, and the spring system is often quite loud whenever motion occurs.
It’s time to unravel what hybrid mattresses are. Hybrid is a word that denotes a combination of different elements, and when it comes to mattress production, it suggests the same. The hybrid mattress base is designed to offer the best the innerspring system had to offer, without the downsides. However, it also comes with a comfort layer above, usually coated with a fine layer of cotton. The comfort layer can be made of different materials, including latex, memory foam, polyfoam, and others.
Hybrid mattresses are an interesting combination that captured a lot of attention and quite a few hearts. Just like the traditional innerspring versions, they offer stability and firmness, but with a twist that’s hard to resist: hybrids are a lot more flexible, giving in under a body’s weight, which makes them a lot more comfortable and good for the back. People who don’t enjoy sleeping on very firm surfaces embraced this mattress kind, as it seems to offer more perks than traditional innerspring mattresses.
As mentioned previously, hybrid mattresses come in several forms, one of which uses a comfort layer made of latex, and another which uses a comfort layer made of memory foam. Both types have their pros and cons, and it’s ultimately up to the consumer to decide which one makes the most sense for them.
Here is a quick overview that can help you with your purchase. Keep in mind that both the natural and the synthetic latex are generally used to make comfort layers for hybrid mattresses, but in our comparison we’ll be speaking only about natural latex.
Latex is a very durable, elastic material that behaves wonderfully under the body’s weight. It gives in slightly, conforming to the body’s curves and contours, and is generally more bouncy. Lying on a latex hybrid mattress feels comfortable, causing no feeling of sinking in or, “getting stuck” in the comfort layer, as is common with memory foam.
Who is this material most beneficial for? The light, active sleepers who move around a lot are the best, “target audience” for this mattress type. It allows and absorbs movement very well, letting the active sleeper in the pair enjoy their sleeping style without bothering the partner who doesn’t move around actively during their rest.
Memory foam, on the other hand, has its passionate supporters as well. It’s a material that offers more versatility, (there are mattresses made with gel memory foam, responsive memory foam, polyfoam etc.), more compression, and slower response time.
Memory foam hybrid mattresses are the best choice for sleepers who do not move around a lot, and who enjoy the feeling of sinking deeply into the fabric. This offers deeper compression support, as more sinkage equals out to more body contouring, which some sleepers prefer to bounciness.
Why is it that we’re asking specifically about side sleepers? Side sleeping leads to generating significant pressure that concentrates in two particular parts of the body, the hip and the shoulder. If the mattress is too soft, a side sleeper’s body has insufficient support.
On the other hand, a mattress that’s too thick leaves no room for flexibility, and the pressure on the two aforementioned body points intensifies. People who tend to sleep on their side, therefore, usually have the most trouble finding the right mattress. Whether a side sleeper is active during the night or not, a latex hybrid mattress is the safest choice for them in most cases.
Of course, it takes some testing to figure out which firmness level is the one to go with, (soft, medium, or firm), but the general bounciness and flexibility that latex offers tend to be the most beneficial in this case. A memory foam could be a choice to consider, but its tendency to let the body sink in very deep wouldn’t offer the best overall comfort for a side sleeper, whose spine, shoulders and hips require more resistance and support.
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If you are thinking about upgrading your bedroom with a new mattress that feels like a dream, congratulations! There’s no better investment than the one that goes to benefit your whole body, allowing you to rest, relax, and prepare for the challenges of a new day. You have probably heard about the mattress called a latex hybrid mattress, but what is a hybrid mattress exactly, and is latex better than memory foam? Here is all you need to know.
If you have successfully assessed that it’s time to buy a new mattress, you’ll surely want to take the time before your next mattress purchase to do your due diligence as far as research goes. A quality mattress isn’t just a skin-deep comfortable luxury; it represents important support for your back, and in the long run, it can raise the quality of a sleeper’s life significantly. So, what is a hybrid mattress actually made of?
Hybrid mattresses, as their name suggests, are made as a combination of two different mattress systems, allowing the sleeper to get the experience experts like to call the, “best of both worlds”. The comfort of a traditional spring mattress is successfully combined with the pleasantness and benefits of natural materials, creating a soft, durable surface that feels wonderful both on your skin and under your back.
A latex hybrid mattress is, as mentioned above, a form of a hybrid mattress with the comfort layer made from natural latex. Such a combination of materials results in a great experience, and latex is the material that ensures utter comfort and assists natural spine alignment. It’s also a natural allergen-free material that’s highly durable, putting it right in that sweet spot of being a long-lasting and environment-friendly solution for your bedroom.
Latex is a completely natural material that is made from the sap of the rubber tree. Thanks to its origin, latex is very elastic, which is why mattresses made with this material have the ability to shape perfectly to the contours of the body.
Latex hybrid mattresses usually come at three different firmness levels, plush, (the softest one), medium, and firm. Depending on your sleeping position, movement, weight, and personal preferences, you can choose one of the available options, guaranteeing yourself a high-quality, rejuvenating sleep.
Although different consumers swear by this mattress type, hybrid mattresses seem to benefit those who like to sleep on their side the most. Side sleepers often suffer inconvenience, as sleeping in this position generally intensifies the pressure on two main points: the shoulder and a hip. With latex hybrid mattresses, the soft, flexible materials give in under these main pressure points, but the coil system, on the other hand, keeps the structure steady and solid, keeping those other parts supported as well.
In addition, a hybrid mattress can significantly reduce the effects of active movements from a partner who changes their position a lot during their sleep, this being due to a hybrids incomparable motion separation. This is why hybrid mattresses are also the best choice for couples who have different sleeping habits, allowing both partners to get a good night’s rest.
Recognizing the best hybrid mattress takes knowing a few tips and tricks, and some testing out to see what fits your body the best. Have you heard that the firmer the mattress, the better it is for your spine? It’s time to eradicate such prejudice, as no two bodies are the same, and you will need to test a few mattresses out to discover which type of firmness works the best for you.
As a rule of thumb, you can also follow these guidelines in addition to trying the mattresses yourself:
Buying the best hybrid mattress with latex padding doesn’t sound like an important venture, but you can take our word for it – it matters more than most would think. We are Mattress Makers, a family business dedicated to the art of creating durable, comfortable and supportive mattresses you will love at first touch.
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