Laygel is our Synthetic Latex equivalent. It has a similar feel to Latex but without the price tag. It has an almost zero-visco elastic threshold. This means it doesn’t rely on heat to mould like Memory Foam.
Laygel moulds to the body but unlike Memory Foam it does not rely as heavily on heat to fully mould, meaning it does not get as hot as Memory Foam. Due to this it also returns to it’s original shape much quicker, meaning you’re not left with a indentation on your mattress as it returns to form. Memory Foam is often criticised for people who roll over during the night as they often get stuck in one position as its slow to react.
Laygel removes this issue as it returns to its original form very quickly.
Our Laygel comes in a 60kg density meaning its medium in firmness on its own. When coupled with other foams and Reflex Foam this can be tailored to a softer/ firmer mattress. We class Laygel as a superior foam which provides much more progressive comfort on a mattress than a traditional Memory Foam two layer mattress.
Laygel Data Sheet
Density and hardness are quoted according to in house test methods based upon BS EN ISO 845 and BS EN ISO 2439 respectively.
Patrick
hi John and Ryan
I have bought from your good selves the Hybrid 4 Memtech Laygel Soft-Medium mattress to replace the Ikea mattress on an Ikea base.
reason is my Mrs could not like any mattress except the Tempur cloud 27 and I quite liked it as well as long as I can get up in the morning without being doubled up like a zombie with every bone shouting!
I liked the traditional constructions but what does that matter?
Thanks for your in depth articles that helped me choose this mattress.
My self I weight 13.5 stone and my Mrs is I reckon about 10 to 11 stone (its a state secret).we are going on 70yrs old.
she insists on the softest possible feel to the mattress so could you let me know if you think I’ve got it wrong?
Hi Patrick, You’ve chosen the right model for that feel and based on your weights so thats good news! If you haven’t had a foam style mattress before it may take a few nights to get used to it. We always advise that like a new pair of shoes you give it some time. You’ve always got the love it or return it 30 day guarantee if not though.
I’m glad that our detailed specifications have enabled to you find the suitable mattress based n what you were looking for. The Hybrid 4 is a very deep and progressive mattress with a very soft top layer so this should meet your wifes requirements.
The team will confirm once your order has been processed, with it being the bank holiday sometimes the confirmation email takes a while longer to arrive! If you have any queries though please give us a call on 0161 945 3757. – Lee
Mac
Interested in 5cm laygel mattress topper.
Another make of similar topper shows the latex to be in “eggbox” construction.
I presume that yours is turnable whereas the other cannot be turned.
Am I correct? Are there any virtues to the “eggbox” construction? – Mac
Hi Mac
Sorry about the delay in response we’ve been incredibly busy!
Our lay gel topper is flat as we find the egg-box or castellated design can cause issues with uneven wear and as you said, makes the topper one sided. Laygel is a soft but responsive hybrid foam so really doesn’t need this design to work to its best. Keeping it consistent ensures even wear and a flat sleeping surface.
If you need any more information please get in touch with us to assist. Lee
Comment Submitted Via Email
I’m looking to purchase a new king-size mattress. I’m 6ft tall and weigh between 10.5 and 11 stones, a typical tall thin cyclist build. I sleep mainly on my side, and occasionally on my back. My current old worn out mattress isn’t very comfortable and I’d often get shoulder ache after a couple of hours. Hence I’m thinking a soft..ish mattress with progressive support might be the answer?
After much reading around both your websites (Factory-Beds, JohnRyanContemporary) I’m coming to the conclusion that the Hybrid 1 Laygel model may be the best option given my budget (£600 max) and weight/characteristics.
I do have a couple of concerns, one being that it will be used on a bedframe with a sprung slat design, 50mm slats with 50mm gaps. However I intend to board this out with MDF as detailed in one of your articles, with some strategically drilled ventilation holes. I was also thinking of putting a topper between mattress and MDF, would a cheap mem foam topper off eBay be sufficient?
My second concern is with potential heat build-up? Does the Laygel foam get much hotter than say one of your Pocket Sprung mattresses e.g. Origins Pocket 1500, which I was looking at but was concerned I’d find that too firm.
Thanks in advance for any guidance.
Thanks for your email.
You’re correct in that the hybrid laygel models would on theory suit your weight, tension preference and give progressive comfort. I personally would recommend the hybrid 2 as even though your slight the hybrid 1 is our softest mattress where as the hybrid 2 is soft on top but with medium support which I think in your case and height would be better.
As for the base if you board the base this will be sufficient. I wouldn’t recommend wasting money even on a cheap memory foam topper to put under it. If it’s boarded the reflex foam on he hybrid will balance out nicely. A memory foam topper there would just be a waste. You’re better off spending that money on some nice cotton sheets that will help keep you comfortable in bed.
Have you tried a memory foam or hybrid foam bed before? I ask because the sensation is very different to a traditional bed. We always advise you have at least been and bounced around awkwardly in the bed show rooms on foam or memory foam beds just to get an idea.
As for the heat issue. It will be warmer than a traditional bed. Heat is subjective based on sleeper which makes it very difficult to be specific. The laygel doesn’t rely on heat to mould which makes it cooler but because of the reflex base it’s a much denser bed than say the origins so the reflex will store heat even if the laygel is cooler than say memory foam. Laygel is however is more progressive than say polyester or traditional bed fillings so you need to trade off the two. Confusing I know!
All new beds take some getting used to it’s trying to get to the near as perfect mattress as possible. I think trying to find the perfect mattress when on a budget like yours is almost impossible. That said you can get the best for your money and as close as possible! That’s the aim of the game.
If you would prefer to have a chat over the phone please give us a call to explain more if need be.
I hope that helps. Lee
Phil
Hi,
We recently had a look at some mattresses in Bensons. Out of the ones we, tried, we quite liked:
iGel Apollo
Tempur Original Sublime
Would you have anything similar to these?
On your website, I was particularly interested with the Fusion 4. Unfortunately, I’ve not been able to try out any latex mattresses. Would they offer the same feel as the memory foam mattresses above (but with faster rebound and without the heating)?
Also, how high are your bases? We are currently looking for beds with a total height less than 24 inches (we found 25 inches to be too high to perch comfortably on).
Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks,
Thanks for getting in touch.
Our bases are 14″ in height once the glides are on them. Here’s a link to the base we offer.
The Bensons Igel apollo and Tempur original sublime are quite firm mattresses, especially the tempur. The issue with very firm memory foam mattresses is that when the summer comes and the warm weather they can soften quite considerably, also using really firm foam kind of negates the benefits of memory/hybrid foam as it doesn’t mould as well to your body as say a slightly softer foam. We do have however the Hybrid 5 which is equivalent to the sensation, a slightly more bouncy softer version of the original. The Hybrid 3 is probably the closet to the igel apollo.
If you can tell me your body weights I can better advise but I’d say our Fusion 2 or 4 is the firmer of our range which are solid core latex mattresses. To try the sensation of solid latex, firstly solid core latex beds are very rare if not impossible to find, they are excellent at providing pressure relief and returning to their original shape. Dunlopillo have a few worthy comparators to our range. The sensation is slightly different to memory foam in that its faster to mould and faster to return to its original shape so its got more of a bounce than the dullness of memory foam. They are breathable thus reducing the heat you often associate with memory and igel style beds.
Our fusion range can be made in a reduced height mattress at just 18cm high if height is an issue, the other fusions are around 23cm in height without the base.
I hope that helps and if you send me your heights and weights I can tailor my advice further. – Lee