Zzzzzzzzzzzzz Futons/Latex Foam

[jmjm530]

Anyone have any good sources/experiences?

I'm looking for more of a traditional Japanese Futon which are I believe only 2-3" thick as opposed to the 6" or more lumpy American Futon that often doubles as a couch, OR....

Alternatively, I"m also considering a very thin (again 2-3") natural latex foam mattress, sometimes referred to as "toppers". A friend of mine from Brazil says they are used there a lot and I imagine in Europe as well. Apparently much firmer than the thicker 6" latex foam mattresses. High density means an ILD rating of 38 or more.

-- Jim

[portann]

It could be one of those super-sized ice creams that you can simultaneously sleep on and eat.

For a different and perhaps more conventional explanation, see Jim's very detailed description (above) of his home-grown contraption.

Jim labored hard, long and diligently but decided to not apply for patent protection.

I understand he's fortunately able to absorb his R & D costs.

[GreatBird]

What is a "sandwich bed"?

[jmjm530]

I"ve been airing it out with windows open and air cleaner all day. Just sniffed and the odor seems 80% gone. Yes, it was heaven last night but keep in mind I'm comparing it to the rock slab my sandwich bed turned into. The acid test is how my back will feel after a week.

-- Jim

[GSDgirl]

say it ain't so............don't tell me the topper stinks.  Now I will be smelling mattresses when we can afford to buy a new one.  

The true question is, Was it comfortable?

Denise

[lalapple]

1800-824-7777

[jmjm530]

Memory foam topper just arrived. Stinks like _(*&_(&. Eyes smarting a room away. Does anyone know the phone number for 1-800-MATTRESS?

-- Jim