Remember, for the finest natural latex mattresses, it's all about the latex! When you purchase a natural latex mattress from FoamSource, we guarantee 100% natural latex, with absolutely no synthetic content! Our premium natural latex mattresses are encased in organic cotton mattress covers with Eco Wool batting, for the perfect finishing touch. Blended latex, using both synthetic and natural latex, contains no fire-retardants, and is far more durable and conforming than polyurethane foam, or memory foam. Almost all of the Talalay latex produced by Talalay Global is blended latex. We use blended latex to create cost effective latex mattresses, with the comfort and durability you expect from an all latex mattress.Sleep Comfort only uses latex cores from Latex International. They are the only USA-based talalay latex foam producer – and their Talatech® brand talalay latex is the highest quality, most resilient and consistent latex in the world. Every latex mattress they produce is tested in nine locations to verify consistency of firmness across the entire sleep surface.
And they are the only company to do so. Asleep on Latex Cores from Latex International The TALALAY PROCESS begins with naturalraw latex which is delivered from thesap of tropical rubber trees like these. CLOSE-UP of a tapped rubber tree deliveringlatex "milk" from which Talalay latexfoam will be produced. Latex International is the only factory of its kind in the USA. They use a six-step, eco-friendly production method that transforms the milk of the tropical rubber tree into the world's finest latex foam – Talatech ®. This unique, naturally-derived material responds dynamically to your every curve and contour to provide outstanding orthopedic support. This softer layer of Talatech placed over the Unilatex core will help reduce pressure without sacrificing support. This special latex used by Sleep Comfort will reduce high pressure areas that shut off capillary blood flow which causes tossing and turning. What makes talalay special is the unique process.
Only a small amount of latex compound is poured into the molds. Air is extracted to perfectly distribute the foamed liquid inside the mold and to create a consistently round, open cell structure. The mattress core is then flash frozen to lock the cell structure in place and to keep the particles from settling. This allows greater control over the density, firmness and comfort of the latex. All foam mattresses are not created equal. To make sure that you get the highest quality latex in your Sleep Comfort Adjustable Bed mattress – we use only a solid Dunlop core for the best possible support, with the finest USA made Talalay latex for ultimate comfort. Latex dual firmness mattress. Latex dual firmness mattresses. There are some individuals who enjoy the special feel of latex, but prefer a firmer mattress. To accommodate those customers, we've created a special latex mattress that provides firmer support while still maintaining the quality and comfort you expect from Sleep Comfort.
We accomplish this by replacing the softer 32 ILD latex with firmer 40 ILD talalay layers. This will create an 8 inch center core of firmer talaly latex which will provide the firmer feel required by some—and the top quilted layer remains the same to provide the luxury and feel you want. Like our Dual Firmness latex mattress, this firm latex mattress is also reversible and covered in a beautiful Euro Knit fabric that's available with stain protection. California has recently joined Connecticut and Rhode Island in establishing a mattress recycling program. All retailers are required to collect a recycling fee on the sale of each mattress and base sold in their state. The recycling fee varies by state. To learn more about the recycling program CLICK HERE to visit the Mattress Recycling Council website. A Resiliency Study of Latex Originally we could not get our natural latex in Talalay, so we imported natural latex made in the Dunlop process by the container from Sri Lanka.
We couldn't help but notice that our Latex International Talalay Latex (blended) kept its shape and resiliency much better than the Dunlop. As our natural latex mattress sales grew, we kept asking Latex International to consider making a 100% Natural Talalay. Finally in 2005 they did, and FloBeds was first in line. We have never looked back. The Talalay process creates a more consistent and supple latex. Conversely, the Dunlop process creates a latex that in not as consistent and is stiffer. This is the reason some manufacturers choose to save money by using Dunlop on the bottom and Talalay on the top. The Dunlop on the bottom is not felt as much as the layer of Talalay on top. This is a way to save money, but the FloBeds Invention takes advantage of the sleeper's ability to move a firmer layer up if your body needs a slightly firmer sleeping surface. This is why we are so famous for being able to get your mattress "Just Right". We have even heard some folks selling Dunlop as a firmer mattress, but that makes no sense.
Since all latex is measured in ILD (indention load deflection), a 32 ILD in Dunlop will take the same 32 pounds to compress 4 inches to 3 inches as a 32 ILD Talalay mattress core. In July of 2009, while cleaning out the upper shelves at our Latex Shop, we found some latex cores that had been stored compressed for years. We wondered how dramatic the difference in resiliency would be and wanted to share the study with our customers...even we were surprised at the results. In this film you will notice the latex core made using the Dunlop Process does not spring back like the Talalay it takes a set. We believe this same study happens on your latex mattress in your bedroom every night . when you sleep in the same place year after year the Dunlop will not come back to it original shape after years of use.We receive free products to review and participate in affiliate programs, where we are compensated for items purchased through links from our site (at no cost to the buyer).
See our for our list of comped products and affiliate programs. Mattresses with latex support cores typically wear a higher price tag than other options, but they are also some of the most durable and longest lasting ones you will find. With an average 15- to 20-year lifespan, they will outlive even high-quality innerspring mattresses. Of course, as you know, durability is meaningless, if the bed is not comfortable, right? Well, latex is resilient and known for tis pressure-relieving abilities. It pretty much pushes against you to cradle your body and promote proper spine alignment, but is this the right type of support core for you? The first thing to know about latex mattress support cores is that they are either natural or synthetic. Not only are the materials different; the manufacturing methods used to create them are unique, as well. Premium mattresses feature natural latex support cores, but there are synthetic latex ones available at a very budget-friendly price.
This type of latex is made from styrene and butadiene rubber (SBR), which is an extremely versatile copolymer rubber compound. A polymer-based latex foam is created by combining SBR with specific petrochemicals. The advantage to synthetic latex is that it is cheap to manufacture. Although it is not as comfortable as its natural relative some say that even a synthetic mattress support core is more comfortable than an innerspring mattress of the same quality. The biggest disadvantage to synthetic latex is that the manufacturing process releases environmental toxins, and then carcinogenic gases also continue to breakdown for years. Plus, a synthetic latex support core is at risk for trapping mildew and mold in moist climates. There are some mattresses made with a blend of natural and synthetic materials. Although not as desirable as completely natural support cores, they are a step up from synthetic ones. Support cores made from natural latex are derived from a milky white liquid that is produced by rubber trees.
It is also commonly referred to as “natural rubber” (NR). Foam is made by whipping the liquid with air. This is then heated to produce latex. Natural latex support cores breathe and pull moisture away from the body. This keeps you cooler in the summer, warmer in the winter, and more comfortable year-round. This form of latex is inherently anti-microbial, hyper-allergenic, and dust mite-resistant. However, all natural latex support cores are not created equally. Yes, they are natural, durable, and comfortable, but there are two different processes used to create this material: Talalay and Dunlop. The Dunlop method of manufacturing latex was developed way back in 1929. The thick liquid from the rubber tree gets added to a centrifuge and whipped into a froth consistency. Then, molds are filled to the top, covered, and steam-baked. Since natural sediments settle at the bottom during this process, Dunlop latex is slightly firmer on the bottom side. This makes for a dense, elastic, and supportive material.
When it comes to softness, polyurethane foam created using the Dunlop method can be a little inconsistent. The Talalay process is very similar to Dunlop, but it adds on a couple extra steps. Like the Dunlop method, the liquid gets whipped and poured into a mold. When the mold is closed, rods are pushed through the foamed rubber material. All the air pockets are vacuumed out, which helps distribute the liquid evenly through the mold. To lock in the desired consistency the foamed rubber gets frozen by running CO2 through the rods that were previously fed through the material. The result of this process is a latex material that is consistent, versatile, and lively. It is also less dense than Dunlop. The Talalay process is very controlled and sophisticated. This latex can be created to be soft or firm by changing the formula and the shape, size, and pattern of pin core holes. One type of latex support core is not necessarily better than the other. Dunlop is denser while Talalay tends to attract those looking for a pillow-soft surface.
Dunlop is typically heavier and more durable, but Talalay has a wider variety of Impression Load Deflation (ILD) ratings. Understanding ILD and Load Deflection ILD is an acronym for Impression Load Deflation, and it basically measures soft to firm levels of a latex support core. A rating of 14 would mean it is extremely soft while 44 would be super firm. However, most ratings fall between a 19 and 37 rating. ILD describes how easily the material will conform to your body. So, if you like to sink into your bed upon contact choose a lower rating. If you need a mattress core that will provide excellent support for your entire body then opt for a higher Impression Load Deflation. Some mattresses also offer progressive support, so you could enjoy a 20 ILD rating on top, but also be very supported by the 40 ILD bottom layers. Advantages of a Latex Support Core When compared to other types of support cores, latex offers some noteworthy advantages, including: Latex is a fantastic support layer on its own, but it can also complement other high quality materials.