We use the highest quality Certi-Pur(TM) foam in our mattresses. Our foam is "Open Cell" which means it never off gasses and has No Chemical Fire Retardents! Our fabric covers rely on silica embedded in the fibers(per CA standards). Our memory foam mattresses use a 2.6 lb High Resiliency foam for our base layers and 5.0 lb visco elastic memory foam for the top layer. "Ikea furniture - designed by sadists who think you have 8 arms to assemble it with." - Tired customerAny mattress questions are welcome here ... but make sure you've read the mattress shopping tutorial linked in the top right of the page . Hi All, this is my first post. Not your usual topic. I live in a small studio apartment and have the bright idea of making a day bed where the couch back cushion (and support) could be put next to the seat to extend it into a bed for two. My current thinking is to get a queen size mattress and cut it lengthwise at about 39 inches and 21 inches wide, and then sewing new fabric over the cut edges of each "half" to close them up..
The question is: Do you have any experience or educated guesses about how sleeping on the "crack" (when the two pieces are laid next to each other) would feel compared to a normal mattress? Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation. Welcome to the forum!Are you considering doing this with an all foam mattress or something with an innerspring? It would be an easier task with an all foam mattress. The question is: Do you have any experience or educated guesses about how sleeping on the "crack" (when the two pieces are laid next to each other) would feel compared to a normal mattress?If you’re cutting apart an all foam mattress, generally the gap between the two pieces won’t be as noticeable as splitting an innerspring product. You’ll tend to have a bit more of a radius along the top edge when creating a new border panel when splitting an innerspring mattress, and the connected nature of the springs can be interrupted which can result in more noticeable change in feel in the area when the mattress is split as well.
If you’re splitting an all foam mattress, you can usually create a new border panel where you split the mattress and that can be done with a minimal radius, and the two pieces can meet together and maintain a relatively flat surface. This result wouldn’t be too different from two twin extra long latex or memory foam mattresses placed next to each other in an adjustable bed configuration when flat and used as a king mattress. The largest obstacle you’ll need to overcome is stopping the two pieces from creeping apart through the night. You may wish to create or purchase a strap to place around the two pieces when sleeping upon them to minimize separation. Researching for a mattress?... read this post first. @Phoenix--Thank you for your quick and thorough reply! You seem to have your eye on this forum all the time. I haven't started serious mattress shopping yet, wanting to get this question answered in my mind first. I am expecting I'll end up preferring a pocket spring mattress.
I found an online article about cutting innerspring mattresses at I searched this forum the other day and saw your links to several gap fillers and straps, so thank you for the resources on that. I'm confident I can find a way to keep the two pieces from creeping apart. I was more worried about a sag while sleeping on the crack since the top fabric is not continuous.You seem to have your eye on this forum all the time.You’re welcome – it’s what I do!I am expecting I'll end up preferring a pocket spring mattress.The article you linked to showed cutting a Bonnell spring unit that had metal helical lacing holding the springs together. You’ll be cutting through fabric instead of metal with a pocketed spring unit, and perhaps a foam edge reinforcement layer. I’d find the gap between springs that most closely corresponds to the dimensions you prefer, and cut from head to toe there. I’ll look forward to some photos of your project as you move forward. Good point about cutting between pocketed springs.
Cutting fabric (the pockets) should be much easier than cutting Bonnell springs! And, yes, I'll read your buying guide and more before I get far into my shopping. I hope you’ll post back with some photos of your project as you’re going through it as well as the finished masterpiece. I'll do that, though it may take a few weeks or so. I am just now starting my mattress education (on this site, mainly) and shopping. And I'm a careful shopper! I've already drawn up the wood frame I have in mind and will be building that probably after I buy the mattress.I'm looking forward to learning of your results. Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation. ALL MATTRESSESChelseaCool Knit Waterproof Mattress EncasementCool-Soft Mattress TopperOrganic Cotton Mattress EncasementPowercore EstatePowercore NanoPremium Mattress ProtectorSt Regis Cool Knit Waterproof Mattress Encasement Organic Cotton Mattress Encasement › Email us here › Directions to showrooms
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You notice that you get better rest in other places, such as a couch, chair, hotel, or friend’s guest room. Hundreds of internal metal coils support the sleeper on an innerspring mattress. The ideal innerspring perfectly aligns the spine and fully supports the extremities. But since different parts of the body exert different amounts of pressure on the springs, this type of mattress may or may not provide adequate support. Your comfort depends heavily on the total number of coils your mattress has. A cheap mattress with 400 coils might not feel very comfortable, whereas a pricier model with 900 coils might feel so fantastic that you have a hard time getting out of bed in the morning. That said, the total number of coils is not always an indicator of mattress quality. A mattress with 800 coils might use an inferior grade of metal, whereas a 500-coil mattress might incorporate coils of top-quality steel. Memory foam mattresses are made of dense foam with heavy viscosity.
These models incorporate a solid foam support system rather than a failure-prone set of internal coils. Memory foam conforms to your body contours, creating the appropriate highs and lows for ideal comfort and support. For many people, the urge to assume to new sleep positions throughout the night is greatly reduced with a memory foam mattress. However, there are some drawbacks to this type of bedding. Memory foam mattresses are expensive, and they’re typically available only in specialized bedding stores and online. Furthermore, because the thick foam provides little ventilation, they tend to retain heat. Some memory foam mattresses include a gel layer that adds a bit of cooling comfort, but the gel is often buried too deeply within the mattress to be of much use. A recent development in mattress technology is the adjustable air/memory gel hybrid. With this type of mattress, you dial in your desired level of support, and air bladders inside the mattress inflate or deflate to match your command.
(Note: the pumps that control each air bladder can be noisy, so middle-of-the-night adjustments are not advisable!) The obvious benefit is that two sleepers with different firmness preferences can share a bed comfortably. These mattresses tend to be quite pricey, but satisfied users say the cost is worth it. A bit of advice about sleep number beds: while firmness level plays a role in your overall comfort, it’s wise to avoid extremely high or low settings. A too-soft mattress could cause problems over time because it doesn’t support the spine enough; an ultra-firm mattress that holds the body in rigid suspension all night could also cause problems. When it comes to mattresses, size matters. The smallest size available for adult sleepers is the twin, although it is barely large enough to support one average adult. Twin beds work best in a child’s room or a spare guest room. Two adults would likely not feel comfortable sharing a twin bed for long! The next size up is the full mattress.
It’s the smallest size that can reasonably accommodate two average adults. Because of its relatively narrow width, there can be a lot of transferred motion if one sleeper leaves the bed or climbs back in. Full mattress are available in an extended length for tall sleepers. Sheets, blankets, and pillow cases for the full-size bed are easy to find. Many people find contentment with the next largest size, the queen. Two adults can sleep comfortably on a queen-size bed without making incidental contact. If you prefer a few inches of separation between you and your partner, this could be the size for you. Transfer of motion is also less of an issue with this size than it is with a full. The ultimate mattress size is the spacious king. Size variations exist among king-size mattresses, such as the California King and the Split King. It’s a popular size in the hotel industry, because sleepers can maintain a comfortable distance if necessary. People who prefer a lot of independence while sleeping enjoy the benefits of a king.
Notably, a king-size bed’s sheets, blankets, and pillowcases are larger and tend to cost more. If you’re considering a king-size mattress, be aware of this additional investment. Before buying, it’s also wise to make sure your room’s dimensions will accommodate this larger bed. Innerspring mattresses with decent coil counts, independent spring designs, and thick padding should not cost more than about $1000. Pricier innerspring models do exist, but the difference in quality is often negligible. Memory foam/gel mattresses are generally promoted as high-end models, so customers should expect to see price tags of $1500 or more. Manufacturer financing is sometimes available, but the interest rates can be considerably higher than average. Adjustable air mattresses with memory foam or gel can also cost a lot. A price tag of $2000 to $2500 is not unusual for such a bed. People with health issues related to poor sleep may want to make the leap to an adjustable sleep number mattress, but others may conclude that the adjustable nature of this mattress doesn’t outweigh the initial investment.