Approximately 5 years back, a customer approached us with a unique request: to craft a king-sized mattress that retained the spaciousness but was more manageable. Our solution was to create a King with two 90 x 200 cores (latex blocks) within a King-sized cover. Since then, the demand for a “single block” King has diminished for several reasons.
Firstly, maneuvering or rotating a single-block King Latex mattress proved to be incredibly burdensome, resulting in individuals neglecting the recommended rotation frequency. Additionally, the versatility of having two separate cores allows for customization, such as creating a “his & hers” setup by adjusting each side’s firmness and simply zipping up the King-sized cover.
Furthermore, the practicality of handling a long single core by oneself contrasts starkly with the necessity for 2-3 people to manage a traditional King mattress. The modular design facilitates ease during relocation, whether within the house or during a move, as it can be done in separate pieces.
Beyond convenience, the dual-core configuration minimizes partner disturbance and eliminates the presence of a “lump, join, or gap” typical of traditional mattresses. This is due to the inherent structure of latex, which lacks the rigid edges found in innerspring systems, coupled with the secure cover that prevents core shifting.
While we can still produce a “one piece” King mattress, the overwhelming preference post-experience with our dual-core design indicates a clear customer preference for its benefits.