This may be a detailed question but this is what I’m trying to do: I’m trying to make my mattress a little firmer. It’s a Naturepedic, which means I can unzip the mattress, inside are the foam layers on top of springs. I tried putting a firming topper in between the layers and springs, it felt just right until it started feeling hot (lack of air flow). Would wooden slats between the layers and springs be a bad idea, in terms of damage to springs? I weight 210 pounds.
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It is understandable that you prefer a firmer mattress and would like to take steps to augment the mattress to get you there.
Naturepedic engineers their mattress so that it performs to a specific feel and comfort level.
While it is not certain which Naturepedic you are trying modify (I did not check the older posts) you really should consult with them directly or with @TheCleanBedroom for options. With a premium quality design mattress like the Naturepedic, you dont want to drift too far from the original layer construction. You can however, swap out the zippered layer for a firmer one.
For example, if the current comfort layer is a ##inch 36ILD, you may want to opt for a 44ILD. Another option is to use two layers totaling the current height of the comfort layer, but in two different firmnesses to find your comfort preference.
What you dont want to do is place something in the zippered compartment that might cause excess friction and damage the cover.
Any very solid or non flexible material you place over the springs will contradict the use of the the springs.
I would suggest you see what options either Naturepedic or their retail partners might have to improve the firmness level to your satisfaction.
All the best,
Maverick
you could also try adding something to the underside of the springs (inside the encasement) stuffing the encasement a little more will compress the contentents, making them feel firmer without disrupting the design of the mattress as much. and as the other commenter suggested, you could try firmer layers. the eos has 2 or 3 support coil firmness layer choices and 3 or 4 latex firmness choices. or if you have the latex free versio, they have 2, maybe 3 choices for the microcoils. if you’re still in the initial layer swap period, the swaps are free, if outside of that they’re expensive from naturepedic, but if you want to tinker, pretty sure texas pocket springs is who makes their coils.and latex there are lots of choices.
Hi! I would strongly recommend that you contact Naturepedic or where you got the mattress; that way they can give you options. 2 questions for you:
- which firmness configuration do you have? Extra Firm, Firm, Cushion Firm, Medium, Plush? Perhaps you can swap out latex or coils.
- what was the firming topper constructed from?
- What type of frame or foundation is the mattress sitting on?
Having seen the Naturepedic unzipped in the store, I do not think it is a good idea to put slats on top of springs. It also would probably null the warranty.
My spouse needs a firm mattress, so I do understand your dilemma and desire to tweak the mattress. I’m sure there are things you can do.
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I called the store to ask about firmer coils and he said they only had one type. Could I buy firmer coils online from texas pocket springs? I didn’t see an option for buying coils on the naturepedic site.
Hi again,
What model Naturepedic do you have? The Chorus only has one type, but the Serenade has different types, although I don’t think you can switch it out. The EOS on up should have two types of coils to choose from.
Their layer swap program is located [here] if you bought from Naturepedic. If you bought from a branded retailer (such as us) then you have a little different process, but it is still pretty straightforward.
If all else fails, they have a good chat system that can put you in the right direction.
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I have the naturepedic eos classic. I don’t want to change the layers, I want to change the coils.
I believe their swap system includes both the layers and coils. If it has been more than 100 days since your purchase, there is a cost, though. However, I’m assuming you probably already have the firm coils.
You have my sympathy because, as mentioned before, my spouse needs very firm support and we had to tweak several times before getting our bed to work for us.
It’s too bad the firming topper was not good from a temperature standpoint. Is your bedding breathable/natural fibers? That can help with sleeping cooler and the temp.
Otherwise, perhaps a board underneath the mattress could help firm it. But I would not recommend slats on top of the springs.
One other thought, if you would like to consider it is to try the micro coils as a swap for the latex. I think Naturepedic offers that.
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