Top 10 mattress fillers

The choice of a comfortable mattress directly affects the quality of a person’s sleep, and, consequently, is responsible for our well-being, performance and even mood. In this issue, each of us is guided by purely personal preferences. Someone loves to “drown” in a cloud of soft feather beds, while for others the most preferable option is a hard surface that allows you to completely unload the spine. However, the bed should be chosen not only on the basis of comfort. It is often necessary to sacrifice this aspect because of certain medical indicators, physical features, or other individual nuances.

In any case, a good mattress implies the possibility of anatomically correct lying position, and this can be achieved only with a suitable filler. Modern industry offers a fairly large range of stuffing materials. These are classic, time-tested batting or synthetic winterizer, and such exotic ones as linen cloth or high-tech memory memoriform that can “remember” the shape of the body of a sleeping person.

Top 10 best mattress fillers

We have collected the top 10, in our opinion, fillers for mattresses, each of which is popular and in demand among customers. The main part of the rating is devoted to products belonging to the springless group. However, in order to make the review more complete, we have included several materials used in combination with the spring block - batting, linen and sisal.

10 Batting

Batting is the most unassuming and cheap natural material of our rating. It is traditionally used in the production of inexpensive demi-season clothing, warm blankets, soft toys and other household items. Despite its simplicity and simplicity, batting as a filler has its undoubted advantages and can still be found in a number of budget mattresses.

Firstly, real batting is almost 100% cotton, which means that the stuffing from it will be hypoallergenic and environmentally friendly. Cotton base quickly absorbs water (at the same time it dries quickly) and passes air well, thus forming an optimal microclimate that contributes to durability of the product. Most often, the wadding cloth acts as a special layer in models with a spring block or with a synthetic gasket. In a standalone version, it is used extremely rarely, so most often all the mattresses on the batting are of the combined type. The disadvantages of this packings include its rapid caking and clodiness.

9 Polyurethane foam

The most popular springless filler for mattresses is, of course, polyurethane foam. Modern material optimally combines accessibility and functionality, which is why both manufacturers and buyers love it. The flip side is the rapid loss of elasticity, because of which the service life of the product with polyurethane foam is significantly reduced. It is also believed that synthetic mattresses can emit harmful substances into the air.Experts say that these doubts are without any reason, and beds with such a "stuffing" are completely safe.

Science does not stand still, and on the basis of polyurethane foam constantly create new types of polymer mixtures, which are actively used in furniture production. One of the most versatile and sought-after PUF options is OrmaFoam, which differs from its “relative” with higher performance, excellent breathability and hygroscopicity. At the same time, the price of mattresses with OrmaFoam lies in the same budget segment, as a result of which they are happy to be bought by people who want to get the best quality at an affordable price.

8 Purotex

Purotex technology has revolutionized the sleep and leisure industry. Its essence lies in the application of probiotics (bacteria friendly to the human body) on the fibers of the tissue in order to neutralize all the harmful components at the nano level. At the same time, there are no aggressive binding and bonding agents in production, which makes Purotex impregnated products with the best antiallergic properties.

The method allows you to qualitatively regulate the level of humidity inside the bed, creating an ideal microclimate for people with hypersensitivity. Making fillers of this type requires significant costs, so products with it are produced, mostly well-known, "promoted" brands. For example, Askona has a whole series of mattresses and mattress covers made using Purotex. The models are marked by certificates of recognized international organizations, which confirm the high level of safety and environmental friendliness of the material. Suitable for people of all age categories (from birth) and are designed for different degrees of load.

7 Soy foam

Soy orthopedic foam in mattresses is not a common phenomenon, but it has already found its ardent admirers. The method of obtaining this unusual material was developed in the 50s of the last century, but is still considered one of the most exotic options for stuffing. Soybean oil is non-toxic and completely harmless to humans, which is especially important for children and people with reduced immunity.

Most often, this type of filler is imported to us from abroad. For example, the Spanish company Torres Espic, in whose products the content of the natural component ranges from 10 to 30%, supplies the Russian market with a very comfortable, but very expensive “stuffing” for orthopedic mattresses and pillows. In cheaper models, rapeseed, sunflower, castor and other oil plants can serve as the basis for mattress foam, which does not affect the consumer properties of the product to the best. Foamed soy "breathes", passes moisture and has good wear resistance. Foam has an excellent anatomical effect, and sleeping on it can serve as an additional prevention of osteoporosis and cardiovascular diseases.

6 Sisal

Sisal fibers (cactus coir), serving as a mattress filling, are characterized by medium hardness, do not interfere with air exchange, do not accumulate odors and moisture. Such distinctive features of the material made it very popular in the production of children's goods for sleep. And the natural base allows you to feel comfortable with people who are particularly sensitive to synthetics.

In mattresses, sisal is applied in the form of plates. To give the desired shape and volume, the fibers of agave cactus leaves are treated with latex, which increases the elasticity of the web, and also makes it more durable and durable. In order to give the product the desired density, the manufacturer is “diluted” with natural fibers, combining them with softer fillers, such as holofiber or polyurethane foam.The most common option for packing of sisal is its combination with a spring block. This approach gives the surface the necessary orthopedic qualities and greatly increases its ability to withstand heavy loads. An ideal choice for people with high body mass.

5 Hallcon

Hollcon (Hollcon) is a modern springless filler made from polyester fiber. The main difference from most of these nonwovens is the unusual spiral-like structure of the threads, which helps the mattress to immediately return to its original shape even after an increased load. In addition, harmful microorganisms do not start in such a pack, so asthmatics and people prone to allergies to house dust can safely sleep on it.

Manufacturers often use Hollcon not in pure form, but combine it with cotton, wool, bamboo or coconut coir. This technique allows the bed to add all the benefits of natural ingredients: hygiene, environmental friendliness, excellent heat transfer, and even some healing properties. Hollcon mattresses are easy to transport. They weigh very little and fold easily. Another interesting feature is the inability of the siliconized fabric to sustain combustion, which makes it one of the most fireproof on our list.

4 Coconut coir

A mattress with coconut coir is the best choice for babies from birth to 3 years. Eminent Russian and foreign pediatricians often recommend this filling of the bed, explaining that the excellent orthopedic properties of the material. Coconut fiber not only ensures the correct position of the spine of the child during sleep, but also removes excess moisture, is well ventilated and creates a harmonious microclimate that is fully suitable for delicate baby skin.

The basis of this filler are coconut fruit fibers, bonded together in various ways. Depending on how the fabric was formed, there are 3 types of coconut mattresses: with latexed coir, pressed by needle-punching method and a mixture of coconut with polyester raw materials. For children's needs, the first option is preferable. In the “coconut-latex” union, the balance of comfort and rigidity is optimally expressed, which ensures a perfectly flat surface and pleasant sensations during sleep. The disadvantages of products with coconut content can be attributed to their high cost and mandatory replacement after the recommended useful life.

3 Latex

Natural latex from the sap of a tree of a hevea by the right of the right belongs to the category of elite fillers. Mattresses with a similar filling unite all the characteristics required for a model berth. They are rather elastic, perfectly restore the form, are completely anti-allergenic, hygienic and durable. According to the technology, stabilizing and antibacterial components are necessarily added to the latex canvas, which prevents the material from deforming and prevents the reproduction of dust mites.

However, not everyone can afford to pay for products with such an unusual internal device. Therefore, to reduce the cost of their products, many manufacturers use an artificial analogue of latex - a highly elastic form of polyurethane foam, which is close in properties to natural raw materials. Due to its porous structure, air circulates well in latex mattresses, which allows them to dry quickly and not absorb odors. Another undoubted advantage is the noiseless synthetic latex, so these models are often chosen for the family bed. A more affordable price will be another argument in favor of the purchase.

2 Linen

Flax refers to plants with a pronounced pharmacological action, so all its processed products also have the ability to beneficially affect the human body.Natural linen as a padding for mattresses is considered one of the best in its hygroscopicity, anti-static and ventilated. Moreover, it has a number of unique properties: it can have a bactericidal effect, helps regulate body temperature, blocks the development of inflammatory processes and restores the health of the epidermis.

In the furniture industry, heat-treated flax is most often used. The technology provides for the combination of a natural base with hollow siliconized polyester fibers, followed by bonding with a needle-punching method and hot pressing on special machines. As a result, this results in a fairly rigid and durable layer, which is installed as an elastic layer in mattresses with springs inside. Compared with the common coconut coir, flax linen is more plastic and comfortable for tactile sensations, therefore many enterprises use it for the production of premium-class children's stove benches.

1 Memoriform

Memoriform (memoryfoam) is a development of American scientists and was originally intended for use exclusively in the space field. However, the ability of the material to “memorize” the shape of the human body made it not only an excellent support for astronauts in flight, but also made it possible to launch products with the unique ability to reduce the back pressure on the soft tissues lying.

Especially this property was in demand in the manufacture of orthopedic mattresses of medical and sports areas. A bed with such a foam-filler will be very useful for people who have been bedridden for a long time or those who are undergoing rehabilitation after injury. On the bed with memoryfoam, there is practically no risk of the formation of pressure sores, so without exaggeration it can be called the best in its therapeutic and preventive qualities. The mattresses with “smart” foam are quite expensive, but their excellent performance and long service life (at least 15 years) fully compensate for the funds invested in the purchase.

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