Orthopedic mattresses on the sofa: what is it and how to choose?

Any sleeping surface can be leveled and made comfortable with a topper mattress, which also has orthopedic properties that are important for a healthy spine. And with the right choice, the product will provide the necessary softness and rigidity. It remains to learn more about this accessory, its distinctive qualities and characteristics.

Topper is a thin mattress designed for folding upholstered furniture, as well as for modern modular sofas consisting of several blocks. The main purpose of its use is to give the bedroom place more comfort during sleep. The product eliminates such a disadvantage as gaps and gaps between the folding parts, and the rigidity caused by a particular filler allows the body to take the correct position during rest.

For reliable fixation to the bed on it there are loops of elastic material. The accessory with orthopedic effect is used specifically during sleep and is not designed for continuous use.

When buying, it is useful to know its features:

• the mattress easily rolls up, has compact dimensions and easily fits in a drawer of the linen closet, and if desired - in the trunk or in the car interior;
• the thickness of the topper is 2–8 cm, but not more than 10 cm;
• light, thin, curling topper is suitable for various uneven surfaces, including beds;
• its dimensions are suitable for any typical furniture models; for non-standard sleeping places you can make an accessory to order.

Topper has a number of advantageous characteristics:

• the orthopedic mattress on the sofa is made of natural and high-quality artificial fillers with hypoallergenic properties;
• despite the small thickness, the mattress creates an optimal, physiologically correct position of the spine;
• when using the product there is no need to use expensive frames and other devices to increase comfort;
• the topper extends the life of any berth, since it takes on the main load, that is, the impact of weight.

The use of accessories is especially relevant. for people with pathologies of the musculoskeletal system and spine. Regular use helps increase blood circulation in the legs and arms, eliminates back pain due to sleep on an uneven and too hard surface.

Toppers are made from natural and artificial materials. Mattresses made from natural raw materials are expensive in cost, but have lower rates in terms of wear resistance. The level of rigidity of the product, its anatomical and hypoallergenic qualities depend on the type of filler.

Natural filler is produced from rubber obtained by foaming the juice of a tropical tree - hevea. This is a durable material, however, its artificial counterpart is no worse in terms of its mechanical characteristics. In addition, synthetic latex foam is safe for health, does not affect the biological reactions of the body, allows air to pass through, and is waterproof. It has good elasticity, resilience and density, necessary to create optimal anatomical stiffness.

The raw materials for this type of filler are lignified fibers of coconut interplant.

The main positive aspects of the material:

• its hypoallergenicity and environmental friendliness (even mattresses for newborns are made from coir);
• the fiber instantly absorbs water and dries, which excludes the multiplication of mites and other pathogenic microorganisms in it;
• pressed filler withstands high mechanical loads;
• the material is breathable, does not undergo decomposition, due to the accumulation of a natural polymer substance in it - lignin, which ensures long-term preservation of the fiber structure and its durability.

The mattress filler can be an artificial non-woven material created from polyester threads by heat treatment. Sometimes flax fiber, natural wool, seaweed and horse hair are added to the synthetic base. This is necessary for certain stiffness parameters.

Strutofiber, in addition to taking the form of a body, has other useful properties:

• safety and hypoallergenic;
• ability to pass air;
• high wear resistance;
• long term of operation;
• good elasticity;
• biological inertness;
• lack of noise when using;
• low price.

This filler with a memory effect appeared thanks to NASA scientists. Interesting that a material that has a nodule-like, porous structure is able to respond to an increase in temperature and thus “scan” the contours of the body, precisely adapting to it. This happens smoothly, so it does not create any discomfort and stress on the human body.

Main advantages:

• the filler is not subject to fluctuations and is silent when moving;
• synthetics excludes the development of pathogenic flora;
• application provides a good anatomical effect;
• due to improved blood circulation, a warming effect of the material is observed;
• Memories are a wear-resistant and durable material.

Covers for toppers are non-removable, contain a welt, sight zipper, aerator and handle. It is impossible to wash such a mattress, its full cleaning can be carried out only in dry cleaning. More comfortable are considered trousers with removable covers. But jacquard products are not suitable for this - you can wash them, of course, but if you do this often, you can ruin the thing.

In addition, it is worth paying attention on the quality of lightning. Hypoallergenic covers made of silk, satin, cotton, natural latex are relevant for this. They are easy to wash with your own hands and quickly dry. But we need to prepare for the fact that sometimes they go astray, they need to be corrected, and inserting the inside of them is not very convenient. This will have to do together.

The stiffness of the accessory and its ability to smooth out any surface irregularities depend on the thickness of the topper. The most popular are quite thin products with a height of 4 and 5 cm. Regarding the length and width, the mattresses are designed for different sizes of beds and sofas.

The length of the mattresses is standard (195, 200 cm), and the width can be different. For large sofas, nadivniki with dimensions of 150x200, 160x200 cm are suitable, for more compact models - 130x200, 140x200 cm.

The main role in choosing bedding is played by the weight, age and state of health of the person for whom the mattress is intended.

Therefore, you need to be guided by important criteria when choosing a topper.

• The size is selected depending on the dimensions of the sofa (bed). It is imperative that the product exactly matches the bedroom. If it is larger or smaller, it may affect its orthopedic properties.

• Rigid models are mainly designed for people with a large body weight, in this situation a coconut coir topper is the best option. If you are overweight, you should not choose models made of polyurethane foam that quickly wear out from large mechanical loads.

• Baby mattresses themselves are tougher. For this category, it is more advisable to buy latex or coconut toppers.

• When buying a thing, do not forget to check Are the fasteners reliable for secure fixing to the sofa?so that the mattress does not slip during sleep.

• In case of problems with the health of the respiratory system and a predisposition to allergies, you can choose an accessory as a corrective base with a specific hypoallergenic filler. For diseases of the spinal column, a stiff topper is not suitable - it can cause a complication of the disease.

• The composition of the filler must be studied before purchase, as in one topper different materials can be combined.

• Synthetic options can differ in the increased durability that cannot be said about their safety.You should not buy a topper made of latex coconut from unknown manufacturers, since fake coir mattresses may contain, instead of latex, melamine adhesives and phenols that are unhealthy - they usually emit a repulsive odor.

It’s better to store the topper in a linen box, it can always be rolled up or folded like a book, depending on the model. If bedding is used infrequently, it is necessary to wrap it in polyethylene.

In the next video, you will learn how to choose the right mattress for a sofa like "Accordion".