Latex

Latex foam mattresses are quickly gaining popularity with today’s consumers. These mattresses feature a latex foam core as the support system, rather than the traditional innerspring. Latex foam is extremely resilient and breathable which helps to reduce the heat build-up typically associated with all-foam mattresses.

The unique construction of a latex mattress allows it to instantly respond to the body to provide a high level of comfort while helping to promote proper spinal alignment. These qualities allow latex foam to act as a support system in lieu of a traditional innerspring.

By definition, latex is a rubber particle suspended in water. There are two types of latex – natural and synthetic. The advantage of synthetic latex is that it is more durable than natural latex, so it will maintain its resilience and provide pressure-relieving comfort longer. The latex used in Serta mattresses is a blend of both natural and synthetic latex designed to deliver optimal performance that will last throughout the life of the mattress.

Latex foam is manufactured utilizing two distinct production methods - Dunlop or Talalay. Both processes use a blend of natural and synthetic latex. The Dunlop process is the most commonly used latex production method. The foam is designed to be responsive, supportive and comfortable but it is limited in firmness range. The Talalay process is a highly controlled process that produces the highest quality, most resilient and consistent foam.