All about thick mattress toppers

Sleep is of the utmost importance for maintaining the health and normal functioning of the human body. The quality of sleep largely depends on the degree of comfort of the sleeping place. Convenience during rest can be provided by such an accessory as a mattress topper.

Distinguish between thick and thin mattress covers. Both types protect the mattress upholstery from dirt and deformation, prevent premature wear. In addition, the thick mattress topper also performs other functions:

• provides alignment of the bumpy surface of an old sofa or bed;

• makes the surface harder or softer;

• enables the body to take a comfortable and correct position during sleep.

Thin mattress toppers are usually divided into protective and waterproof, thick ones are usually orthopedic. Thick mattress toppers are always three-layer products. A characteristic such as rigidity depends on the inner layer - the filler. The topper will be soft if it has a synthetic winterizer or holofiber inside, coconut coir gives rigidity. And also as a filler can be used:

• polyurethane foam;

• struttofiber;

• memory foam;

• wool;

• latex;

• bamboo fiber;

• horsehair;

• foam rubber;

• other natural or synthetic materials.

According to the type of fastening, the products are also different.

• The most budgetary option is topper with elastic band. Elastic bands sewn in the corners fix the product on the bed mattress.

• Models with so-called sidewalls... The elastic is sewn along the entire edge of the product, the sidewalls protect its ends.

• Covers provide a snug fit with a zipper... The process of putting them on will be laborious, and their size must be selected with great care.

The size of the product must strictly match the size of the mattress.Typically, manufacturers use standard parameters. For single beds, 80x90, 80x120, 90x200 cm are characteristic, for double beds - 140x200,160x200, 180x200 cm.There are other sizes, for example, 80x200, 90x190, 150x200, 80x186 cm.

In addition to dimensions, manufacturers indicate the thickness of products. On average, a high mattress topper can be up to 6-8 cm thick. There are also higher options, they usually serve to increase the height of the berth.

When choosing a mattress topper for a bed, you need to take into account several nuances.

• First of all, you need to decide on the purpose of the purchase. If you need to protect your new bed from dirt, there is no point in purchasing an expensive orthopedic product.

• To ensure that nothing interferes with comfort during sleep, the size of the topper should correspond to the size of the berth. Both too small and too large a product is uncomfortable, it will slip. In addition, you simply cannot put on a small product with sides or in the form of a cover. When buying, take into account the height of the mattress and the structure of the bed itself. Make sure the type of attachment is comfortable and you can fit the mattress topper with little effort.

• Be sure to pay attention to the filler. It can be both artificial and natural, soft or tough. Modern synthetic materials, depending on the manufacturing technology and additives, can have different degrees of rigidity. A good option may be to buy a double-sided option, which uses a combination of 2 types of fillers. And also it should be borne in mind that hypersensitive people may be allergic to some natural materials.

• It will be important to evaluate the quality of the fabric from which the outer layer of the product is made.... Artificial and natural materials are used. Coverings made of cotton, calico, bamboo or silk are pleasant to the body, hygroscopic, permeable to air, but short-lived. Artificial fabrics have these qualities to a lesser extent, but they are easier to care for, less prone to abrasion and wear. The optimal solution is a coating of mixed fabrics.

In order for the product to last as long as possible, it must be properly looked after. As a rule, the manufacturer indicates the necessary details on the label and gives instructions. However, there are some general guidelines.

Many synthetic materials are convenient because they can be washed by hand or machine. For machine wash, use the delicate cycle. The washing temperature should not exceed 60 °. Do not use very aggressive cleaning agents, chlorine, bleach. You need to wash the covers of thick mattress toppers using methods suitable for the type of fabric.

Handle the product with coconut coir very carefully. The product must not be rolled up; during storage it must be unfolded to avoid deformation and breakage of fragile fibers.