So, you just heard about an all-natural-foam called latex that makes a great mattress, but you have questions:

Is this the same stuff they make tires and rubber gloves out of?
Will it sleep hot?
How is it made?

And, then as you start to investigate latex you are confused by all of this talk about dunlop vs. talalay and all-natural vs. synthetic… Introducing the “Complete Guide to Latex Bedding” an infographic timeline detailing the invention of latex mattresses and comparing the dunlop and talalay manufacturing processes.

Complete Guide To Latex Bedding

Choosing the proper thickness of a memory foam or latex topper involves a few decisions that you have to make. These are:

Do I prefer a softer mattress, or a firmer mattress?
If you prefer to sleep on a harder mattress, a thinner memory foam mattress or latex mattress topper would be a better choice, allowing the firmness of your mattress to still be felt while providing a more comfortable night’s sleep.

Do I sleep on my side, back, or stomach? Here is a simple guide:

Stomach Sleeper = 2″ Topper

Back Sleeper = 2 or 3″ Topper

Side Sleeper = 3 or 4″ Topper
(you need the extra depth to adequately provide pressure-relief for shoulders and hips when sleeping on your side)

Multiple Position Sleeper = 3″ Topper
(3″ is the most common thickness because most people spend sleep at least part of the night on their side)

Once you’ve answered these questions, you should have a good idea of exactly what firmness and thickness of memory foam mattress topper will best suit your particular needs.

The last question should then be, “Is my mattress in good condition?”
If your mattress is not in general good condition – it’s bowed, lumpy, or damaged; a mattress topper will not fix the bed. You should consider purchasing an all mattress instead of a mattress topper.

I am very happy with our new latex mattress topper from Rocky Mountain Mattress, excellent product at an excellent price. I do not often buy from web sites however the prompt, courteous and professional customer service I received from Rocky Mountain Mattress won me over. I have spoken with Dave several times and am so pleased with the product and service that I am ordering a second topper for a different bed. My husband and I purchased a new Simmons mattress about a year ago and it was so firm that I would wake up stiff and sore on a regular basis.

My husband gets very hot at night and he was always waking up in a sweat. The latex topper was the answer to both our problems. Since the first nights sleep, I have not been stiff or sore in the morning and my husband has not gotten overly warm. We call our new topper “The Cloud” as we feel like we are sleeping on one. We highly recommend the Rocky Mountain Mattress product and are extremely pleased with the outstanding customer service we have received. Buy from this company, you will not regret it!

Sincerely, Liz Walton San Rafael, CA