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ALL ABOUT MATTRESSES
Upholstery layers The mattress core is covered by several soft materials such as custom cut foam, providing cushioning and comfort. Some manufacturers call the mattress core by the name "Support layer" and the cushioning materials by the name "Comfort layer". The "Comfort layer"can be divided into three sub-layers of — Insulator, Middle Upholstery and Quilt. Aside from the number and gauge of the coils, the upholstery layers are used to differentiate the different "qualities" of mattresses that manufacturers produce. Insulator This layer separates the mattress core from the upholstery, and it is usually made of fiber or mesh, with the intention of keeping the middle upholstery in place. Middle upholstery The middle upholstery comprises all types of materials on top of the insulator and beneath the quilt. It is usually made from materials that give maximum comfort regular foam, custom cut foam, viscoelastic foam, felt, polyester fibers, cotton fibers, egg-crate foam, non-woven fiber pads, etc. Quilt The quilt is a top layer of the mattress made of light foam or fibers stitched to the underside of the ticking, and provides the immediate soft texture that the user feels when lying on a mattress. The quilt can be firm or soft and plush. The protective fabric cover, which encases the support and comfort layers of the mattress, is called ticking. It is usually made to match the foundation and comes in a wide variety of colors and styles. Most ticking is made of synthetic fibers like polyester, latex and acrylic, or of natural materials such as cotton, silk & wool. The ticking produces the look and feel of the mattress, so it is usually soft to the touch and attractive to the buyer (at least that is what manufacturers intend to create). |
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