Im looking for guidance on a DIY mattress - my first attempt at this - and I’ve been trying to do as much research as possible over the past month (big thanks to this forum and its contributors).
Im 6ft 185lbs 50/50 back/side sleeper with a history of getting lower back pain from my beds (waking up in pain), and also with a history of right hip pain. My partner is 5’4” 150lbs and could probably sleep on anything without complaining.
Here is where I’m at:
I’ve tried out a bunch of beds in show rooms. At a bed in the box showroom the mattress I liked the most was Leesa Legend Chill Hybrid. At a natural bedding store, I appreciated the naturepedic hybrids. I thought the EOS (3” latex) was ok, and the pillow top version (6” latex) might have been overkill. So probably looking to split the difference.
I am pretty sure I want to start with coils, with a latex comfort layer on top.
First question:
What’s the difference between the TPS 8” coils and the coils for sale on APM? Im not sure how to choose between them.
Second question - for the comfort layer:
Option 1:
TPS 3” coils
2” Latex (soft? or medium? or 1" of each?)
Option 2:
2” Medium Latex
2” Soft latex
Any opinions on what the different between these would be? Or if one vs other seems like a better bet? I’m kind of assuming that a combo of soft and medium makes the most sense for me - but if you all think I should be considering firmer latex i’d be interested to know why.
Third question:
For a mattress cover — I think I’m a sucker for something that feels nice and has a little bit of cushion/pillow — but am really not sure what the best options might be. Do I stick with simple and then look for the pillowing in a topper — or is there a nice cover with a little cushion in it that will make me feel like I have a fancy mattress?
I know these are all personal preference type things - but still any opinions and advice will be much appreciated!