All about latex mattress toppers

Latex mattress covers are used to adjust the parameters of mattresses. They help to make bedding softer, help to level their surface.

The latex mattress cover improves the characteristics of the bed, protects it from the accumulation of dust in large quantities. Thanks to him, the life of the bedding is extended. Changing the topper is easier and cheaper than buying a new mattress. Most covers are machine washable.

If you want to make the mattress softer, you should buy a latex mattress topper. It will make the base elastic, provide the required orthopedic effect, level all irregularities, and prevent dust accumulation.

The list of advantages of such accessories includes:

• ergonomic properties;
• optimal anatomical effect;
• well-ventilated cellular structure;
• versatility.

Latex has the ability to adjust to the contours of the human body, supporting all parts of the back... Due to the correct distribution of pressure points, it is possible to exclude vibrations and swaying when the sleeper is tossing and turning in his sleep or someone sits on the bed. The honeycomb structure is well ventilated, which avoids excessive moisture in the sleeping area.

The latex topper ensures optimal heat exchange, so sleeping on such a mattress is comfortable at any time of the year. This material is resistant to wear and deformation. It does not cause allergic reactions, prevents the growth of pathogenic bacteria and dust mites.

Latex is distinguished by the degree of elasticity. It depends on the number and size of ventilation openings. Different hardness zones can be formed in the mattress topper.

Latex topper can be rolled up as long as it is free of coconut... The product can be taken with you in the countryside or on a business trip. It guarantees a comfortable sleep wherever you go.

There is only one drawback for lactic mattress covers - a high price if the material is natural. There is one more thing: latex products have a specific smell. It "goes away" within 3-4 days. To give the required orthopedic effect, along with the main material, another material is added to the mattress topper, which has greater rigidity. Typically, this is coconut coir. The greatest demand is for double-sided products, in which one side is soft latex, and the other is more rigid.

The mattress topper makes it possible to control the rigidity of the berth. It is a great choice for people with back problems.

Products made from natural and artificial latex are on sale. A choice of protective and corrective models, mattress covers with an orthopedic effect.

• Security models have one layer... They protect the sleeping area from moisture, mechanical stress and dust. The assortment includes mattress covers made of ordinary or moisture-proof material.

• Corrective ones make the place to sleep softer or, on the contrary, increase its rigidity... With the help of such accessories, you can adjust old mattresses, thereby eliminating the need to buy new ones.

• Special mattress covers perform additional functions. Most often they are used in medical institutions.

• The category of orthopedic includes anatomical mattress covers. They have the ability to remember the shape of the body, accurately recreating its curves.

To understand the main characteristics of a latex topper, you need to familiarize yourself with the features of its main component. Latex is a natural material that contains latex with rubber. It contains no more than 1% of Brazilian hevea juice. The sap is harvested by hand on plantations in the South American continent. This explains the high cost of natural latex toppers.

In an effort to make mattress toppers more affordable, manufacturers use artificial material for their manufacture. Highly elastic polyurethane in its characteristics is practically not inferior to the natural analogue.

But there is still a difference between natural and synthetic raw materials. Natural latex has a white color with a subtle grayish tint. The artificial material has a yellowish-beige color, it is more rigid and absorbs moisture.

Manufacturers offer mattress toppers of different sizes, the most popular among them:

• 160x200;
• 180x200;
• 140x200.

• When buying a topper, you need to make sure that there is a guarantee and quality certificates... This is especially important when choosing a latex mattress topper for your child.
• On average, products of this type last about 20 years, but only if the recommendations for their use are followed.
• When buying a mattress topper, do not forget that the product cannot serve as a full replacement for the mattress, but it performs an exclusively protective and corrective function.

Before you buy a latex mattress topper, you should read the reviews of people who already use similar accessories. Most of them say that latex toppers have excellent performance properties.They allow you to adjust sleeping places according to your individual needs.

The main thing is not to be mistaken with the choice. An analysis of the reviews suggests that problems with the mattress topper can arise if it is incorrectly selected in size. The topper must match the dimensions of the sofa or bed.

The most comfortable, according to users, mattress toppers with an elastic band around the perimeter, there are also models with elastic bands at the corners.

Latex topper is an excellent solution to protect the mattress, making the base softer and more comfortable. Products from this series are in good demand and serve for many years. They are resistant to heavy loads, perfectly ventilated and hardly deformed.