Thin mattresses

Thin mattresses are a special piece of interior that allows you to organize a bed. They originate from footers - sets of blankets and mattresses, the traditional Japanese "beds" of the poor of the XVII century. Such models today are in the center of attention, have a number of advantages and differences.

The topper differs from the footer in that it is an independent subject for correcting the surface of a berth.

The demand for thin mattresses is explained by their functionality: in modern society this is important. Today, such models are quite in demand in the interior of the oriental style. They can not be called full mattresses, providing the correct surface of the bed. However, under certain conditions, they are able to increase the convenience and comfort of the furniture, having assumed the function of its addition.

In addition to creative design, toppers have a number of features and advantages:

• they have a small thickness range (from 2 to 9 cm);
• performed on springless basis;
• made from raw materials of natural and synthetic origin, not having a negative impact on the body;
• do not have steel springs, therefore do not accumulate static electricity;
• depending on thickness and filler, they are compact and mobile (can be rolled up and put in a linen drawer);
• save room space in small rooms;
• allow guests to arrange overnight in case of arrival;

• designed for daily use;
• help improve blood circulation;
• performed with different effects (orthopedic, relaxing, thermal);
• have a non-slip case made of natural textiles;
• differ in a large size range, therefore they are purchased in universal sizes or made to order;
• Depending on the components, they differ in different prices, allowing the user to purchase an option based on taste and wallet.

Equally important are the topper functions as an addition to the bed space of the existing furniture. Thin mattresses:

• with a small weight can adjust the degree of rigidity and comfort of existing furniture (beds, folding beds, unfolded sofa);
• have moderate elasticity, maintaining the body in the correct (natural) position during sleep;
• prolong the life of the berth units, reducing their wear and reducing the load on them;
• combine sliding or modular parts, aligning the surface of the bed;
• close problem areas of furniture blocks (dents, broken springs) associated with intensive use.

Thin mattresses have several drawbacks. They:

• on the bare floor is not particularly comfortable, even if the thickness of the block approaches the mark of 9 cm (it is better to put them on the existing carpet);
• require proper care - airing and drying under the sun to avoid damp, mold, mildew, linen mites, rotting;
• with excessive relief of the sofa and the minimum thickness does not always align the surface of the bed;
• with padding devoid of elasticity, not rolled into a roll;
• have excellent characteristics only in expensive models.

Thin mattresses are distinguished by the degree of rigidity and structure. They do not accept a large number of layers, so their structure is simpler. As a rule, they are soft and medium hardness. Today, such structures are more often used as temporary mattresses to ensure a comfortable sleep when guests arrive.

According to the type of structure, thin mattresses are of two types: monolithic and composite. The first block consists of the packing itself without additional layers of filler. The second is remarkable in that it allows varying the degree of rigidity. At the base of the block, the base material is used with the desired degree of rigidity, adding comfort through additional padding, different in composition from the base.

There are several varieties of thin mattresses:

• classic one-sided - universal options;
• bilateral - with varying degrees of rigidity of the sides: soft with one and medium level of rigidity with the other;
• double-sided with thermoregulation.In the cold, the warming and heat-supporting surfaces of the mattress, in the heat, refreshing by means of a cotton additive;
• with orthopedic effect, enhancing the orthopedic effect of the sofa or bed, ensuring the correct support of the spine;
• with a memory effect, taking the form of a body when heated, quickly returning to its original position without a user.

The main difference of all varieties is mattress filler. In some cases, the models are folding, so they fit perfectly in the closet or linen drawer of the sofa (bed). Other designs are optimally rigid, so they are initially bought for a sofa or sleeping on the floor, without implying a transformation and space saving room.

Parameters and thickness of thin mattresses are various. They may comply with the size of the bed, sofa or folding bed, for which they are purchased. In other cases, size does not matter, as the mattress is bought specifically for the floor or even sports exercises.

The models with the parameters 90 x 190, 120 x 190, 140 x 190, 160 x 190, 120 x 200, 160 x 200, 140 x 200 cm (single) are small and universal.Double thin products are somewhat larger: their dimensions are 180 x 200, 200 x 200, 210 x 200 cm and more.

The designs of thin mattresses come in different shapes. More often, these are rectangular models, the corners of which are somewhat rounded for greater convenience and to avoid injury to a sharp edge (in hard blocks). In some models, the shape tends to be square, oval, or even round. It depends on the conceived idea of ​​the design of the room or the shape of the bed (sofa).

In most models of thin mattresses, white color predominates. However, such a cover is impractical: regardless of the fact that the unit is covered with pastel linen, the mattress will get dirty (even a removable mattress cover). Therefore, some companies offer for sale models made in beige, cream, blue and light gray shades.

In addition, making topper to order, you can negotiate with the manufacturer on a different color of the cover. In most cases, this is a pastel gamut of diluted tones. Sometimes manufacturers can offer the customer upholstery with a low-key print of vegetable themes.

Filler toppers varied.In fact, it is the same packing as in usual springless mattresses:

• polyurethane foam - furniture PU type HR high density and elasticity;
• coconut coir - product processing coconut pericarp;
• natural latex - porous packing produced from hevea juice;
• strutoplast - thermally treated fibrous material with orthopedic effect and back support;
• composite packing - more often a combination of two fillers of different composition.

Among the large selection of thin mattresses, the most popular models of toppers are Products of the following companies:

• Consul - orthopedic mattresses of highly elastic, finely porous polyurethane foam, latex, coir 4 cm high, with a volume cover with synthetic padding and a weight load of up to 120 kg;
• Ormatek - models for newborns, children and adults with orthopedic effect and different rigidity of the parties based on coir and latex;
• Askona - anatomical mattresses up to 8 cm in height for children and adults, made of anatomical foam, spandbond and linen supplements;
• Ryton - Toppers 3 - 4 cm thick and orthopedic effect of latex, coir, memoRait and eco-label with hollofiber-based jacquard cover for daily use.

Mattress pad - a mandatory attribute topper. Depending on the model, it can be on a removable basis, made of one or several layers of textiles, to have an additional softening layer. The cover of the topper is always natural, it can have a smooth or embossed (quilted) texture and different colors. In children's models of toppers, he is always bright and colorful.

The choice of a thin mattress is a solid matter. It is necessary to proceed from its purpose, frequency of its use, type of stuffing. Before you go to the store for shopping, you should look after the model in advance, having studied all its qualities.

Selecting several options (in case of absence of one of them), you can go shopping. In the process of inspection it is worth considering a few nuances:

• availability of a certificate of quality and warranty of the seller (quality product);
• the absence of a sharp smell of rubber (preferably adhesive composition in the form of a natural resin);
• impregnation of the mattress with antimicrobial composition or silver ions (exclusion of the appearance of the environment for microorganisms);
• hypoallergenic stuffing composition (no skin irritation):
• combined type of building block (allows a more comfortable location of the user);
• the presence of a removable cover (the ability to ascertain the quality of the filler and facilitate the care of the mattress);
• optimal thickness (preferably from 7 to 9 cm);
• the presence of an additional layer of the cover (a layer of filler sewn to natural textiles, increases the level of comfort and convenience of the user's location);
• suitable packing - latex, coir, polyurethane foam, struttofiber, viscoelastic foam with memory effect (cheap standard-type polyurethane, which quickly falls through, will die, leave dents after a few months of application is unacceptable).

Thin mattresses are a controversial accessory of upholstered furniture and beds. The only thing unanimous about the buyers is that such models are good as a guest option or temporary mattresses in a cot, stroller or cradle. Choosing thin orthopedic models with a coconut coir and a soft case, the children are provided with the necessary conditions for the formation of posture.

However, such designs are good only as a complement to the main mattress, even if it is very hard, - parents say. Complemented by a soft material, they soften the surface of the bed without harm to health, allowing the spinal curvature to develop properly.

As for adults, in the opinion of buyers, thin mattresses relieve an uncomfortable body position, if they complement the embossed or modular sofa. If they sleep on them, users claim, in the morning they don’t hurt their sides, it’s possible to turn from side to side in search of a comfortable position. Although such models, spread on the floor, are not always convenient in themselves, say buyers.

You will learn about all the advantages of a thin mattress in the following video.