What are the layers in an innerspring crib mattress and which are better?
The layers in an innerspring crib mattress are: • The innerspring unit. It is not just the number of coils that is important, but it is also the amount of steel. Buy a mattress with the thickest and most number of coils, but even more important is to buy a mattress with an innerspring unit that has a border rod that adds firmness and extra edge support. • The insulator. This is the layer that prevents the soft cushioning layers from sinking into the coils. The best insulator is a coir fiber pad made from coconut shells. This is far superior to a fiber pad or cloth pad, especially over long term use. Also, some mattresses offer two insulators. Besides the coir fiber pad, some better quality mattresses offer a permanent insulator that reduces the gap between the coils. • Cushioning layers. These usually consist of one foam layer. Sometimes there are two layers of foam, and some manufacturers offer a layer of foam and a layer of 100% all natural cotton batting. • The cover. Triple layer n
