Talalay Latex Mattress

What is the Talalay Latex Mattress? Natural latex comes from rubber trees and can be processed in one of two ways; the Talalay or Dunlop method. The name Talalay is attributed to brothers who invented the method during the 50s to manufacture latex foam. They did this by collecting liquid latex and turning it into a solid latex foam. The latex foam was expanded by removing the air and freezing it to remove bubbles that might settle. It was then gelled with carbon dioxide. The Talalay latex mattress method is said to be superior to the Dunlop method because it produces a mattress that is softer and more durable. Although some rely on the Dunlop method because it offers better support and is more resilient. A true Talalay mattress will be quite expensive, where as the Dunlop is more reasonably priced.

It is important to note that anyone in the market to purchase a mattress made using the Talalay method make certain that it is true Talalay and not a combination of natural latex and latex that is synthetic with a petroleum base. One way to tell is if the price of the mattress is lower than expected for a Talalay latex mattress , buyer beware. It is not a true Talalay and has the potential to cause health hazards because of the noxious fumes caused by the added chemicals. Any buyer should be prepared to ask straight out if any synthetic chemicals or treatments are used in the mattress being considered because if there is it is a blend of more than natural latex.

Aside from a softer more comfortable mattress, Talalay Latex mattresses are hypoallergenic, resistant to dust mites and anti-microbial. It breathes because of the way it is constructed therefore is temperature sensitive; warmer during the winter months and cooler in the summer. Because of its densitivity, it is designed to last for many years and will not show a lot of wear and tear if treated properly. Although a Talalay mattress will cost more in the end it's the economical choice.

FloBeds manufacturers a superior latex mattress using the Talalay method. Their steps include whipping liquid rubber into a foam, which is then poured into a mold. Rods are inserted through the foamed rubber and a vacuum placed on the mold. This removes any air and helps the liquid to settle evenly. The rods are then treated with CO2, which runs through them causing the foamed rubber to freeze and the consistency to settle in firmly. Next, the rods are treated with heat to create an even temperature and to produce latex cores minus air pockets with even firmness throughout. There are no fillers or extenders added and to covert the liquid to a solid, the natural ingredients of soap, ammonia (which evaporates), zinc oxide and sulfur (which are washed out) are used. Sulfur is added to create the ability for the latex mattress to come back to its original form after sleeping on it. Information about a Talalay latex mattress from FloBeds can be found at www.flobeds.com

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