A few more questions about latex. Thickness differences & Euro slats?
Mar 20, 2010 11:47 AM
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Thanks to all the helpful people here I'm learnijng a lot about latex beds. I have a few more questions before I decide.

One concerns foundations. I've learned here about Euro slats. It seems like a flexible option for me, comfort wise, and I can add legs now and put it on a frame or platform later if I choose to. Flobeds sells one and I'm leaning toward that. I've read on this forum that a thinner mattress is preferred for use with these. But how thin, does anyone know? 

My second question, I see that some companies offer a 6" thick latex in addition to or instead of multiple 3" layers. Beyond the doubling in weight for one piece and the flexibilty to custom make the bed (ease of shipping, moveability, etc...), what is the difference between, say,  one 6" firm and two 3" firms?

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Reply #1 Mar 20, 2010 6:27 PM
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I was told that 2 x 3" firms would be the same as one 6" firm. Which is why I always like to buy thinner layers, so I can switch them out, remove one, etc. for a different feel.

Never tried a slat type frame like Euro slats. I did try an IKEA frame once that had bowed wooden slats. I did not like it with the foam I was using at the time, though I may try it again soon if we still have all the pieces. I like the idea of an adjustable frame, one where you can make it firmer or softer. Let us know how it works out if you get one.

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Reply #2 Mar 21, 2010 11:18 AM
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jimsocal wrote:

Never tried a slat type frame like Euro slats. I did try an IKEA frame once that had bowed wooden slats. I did not like it with the foam I was using at the time, though I may try it again soon if we still have all the pieces. I like the idea of an adjustable frame, one where you can make it firmer or softer.


Thanks, Jim. I tried one out at Ikea for a few minutes a couple years ago. I think I remember that I liked it, but I can't be sure because I also laid down on a latex bed there that I bottomed out on.

 

I forgot to ask this yesterday - I've read here that for max benefit, thinner mattresses are better with the Euro slats, but how thin?

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Reply #3 Mar 24, 2010 3:22 PM
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I didn't even see this thread, I too was inquiring about the Flobed Euro Flex Slat foundation. 

It sounds like a really good idea.  I would rule out the 11" thick mattress, since someone said they didn't even feel the flex foundation under that.  Too me even 9" would be too much, but that is all Flobed sells I believe.  I would think 6", but not sure how that would be accomplished do you???   Besides buy the layers seperatedly, then buying a cover to protect the latex.

Have you found any other sellers of the flex fondation?  I haven't really found anyone else.

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Reply #4 Mar 24, 2010 3:45 PM
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I would think any more than 8" on this type of base would be a waste.  Some mattresses that use this type of system only use 4" of latex, and the most is about 8". 
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Reply #5 Mar 24, 2010 4:14 PM
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Thanks Budgy, you're the best smiley

Now I read (somewhere) that firm might not be the best for the flex system.  I am sorry, but I read so darn much I forget where.  What ILD do you recommend?  Do you sell these?  I did PM you.

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Reply #6 Mar 24, 2010 5:15 PM
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because of the spacing its actually always best to have a high ILD layer directly on the slats, probably a 2" layer of the very highest ILD possible would be fine.  because of the elasticity of latex this should not effect the slats ability to perform their intended function.  after that initial layer I am sure with the rest of the 6" of latex on top you can do enough different combinations to make it work. 
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Reply #7 Mar 24, 2010 8:38 PM
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Leo3 wrote:

Have you found any other sellers of the flex fondation?  I haven't really found anyone else.

I have found a couple very expensive ones online and Ikea. I believe Ikea's offerings are also motorized to be adjustable.

 

 

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Reply #8 Mar 24, 2010 8:40 PM
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budgy wrote:

I would think any more than 8" on this type of base would be a waste.  Some mattresses that use this type of system only use 4" of latex, and the most is about 8". 


Thanks for your help, budgy. Dp you have an opinion regarding which is better: The Euro slats and a less foam or regular slats & more foam? I really, really only want to buy this bed once and the more I read the more confused I become.

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Reply #9 Mar 24, 2010 8:42 PM
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Just to give you an idea of how much latex weighs, a 3" Firm or Extra Firm Queen size topper weighs about 50 lbs.
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Reply #10 Mar 24, 2010 10:49 PM
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cynicaljones wrote:


Thanks for your help, budgy. Dp you have an opinion regarding which is better: The Euro slats and a less foam or regular slats & more foam? I really, really only want to buy this bed once and the more I read the more confused I become.


its preference really at the end of the day...I personally find the slats give more flexibility in the ergonomics than just more layers of foam on a solid base.

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