DawnM Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 We need a mattress topper (for my son's college dorm bed that is like a camping/cabin type board!) but my Aspie is really finicky about textures. He hates foam/gel/anything that he sinks into. He wants something more firm, that when he sits on, it won't mold to him. He says he moves too much and foam conforms too much and he hates it. I am considering maybe a futon type mattress???? https://www.amazon.com/Futon-Furniture-Traditional-Japanese-Mattresses/dp/B003VQNM2I/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1508408918&sr=8-2&keywords=japanese+futon+mattress I really don't want to spend over $75 if I an help it. He has quite a bit to buy for college. But I do want him to be comfortable too. Any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KuniMom Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Try a latex topper. Ours is pretty firm - no sinking at all. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted October 19, 2017 Author Share Posted October 19, 2017 I thought of that. I can't find any under $180 though. I will keep looking. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 We use a sleeping bag that's been opened and has the inside out. We then put a blanket over it. We sleep on top of the blanket, or on top of a sheet that is on top of the blanket. It's very firm but soft and cozy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
***** Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Latex toppers have worked for me as well. I have found very good deals on craigslist and they were almost brand new. One, the person was moving out of state, so was downsizing. The other, the person had trimmed the corners. For some reason, he said it didn't fit his bed. So instead of returning it to the company he trimmed it down. He then decided he wanted a different softness, so ended up selling it on craigslist for a fraction of the cost. We have a queen and twin toppers and have never had a problem with the 'fit' or length. You can get latex toppers in firm, medium or soft. So you have choices. Check craigslist or virtual yardsales in your area, you just never know! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted October 19, 2017 Author Share Posted October 19, 2017 We use a sleeping bag that's been opened and has the inside out. We then put a blanket over it. We sleep on top of the blanket, or on top of a sheet that is on top of the blanket. It's very firm but soft and cozy. I don't think that will be enough. It is almost like sleeping directly on the floor. But maybe.....it would need to be a really thick one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawana Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 An air mattress like a backpacking pad? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted October 19, 2017 Author Share Posted October 19, 2017 An air mattress like a backpacking pad? The thin ones are too thin. And I would need a full twin size. And I am worried about him having issues with air. Those are good for a weekend, but I am not sure about long term. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 We use mattress pads, the puffy ones, instead of toppers. This has the added benefit that they are waterproof and stop dust mites. We just put the bottom sheet on over the pad, and voila. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted October 19, 2017 Author Share Posted October 19, 2017 We use mattress pads, the puffy ones, instead of toppers. This has the added benefit that they are waterproof and stop dust mites. We just put the bottom sheet on over the pad, and voila. Not sure that will be enough either. Seriously, think pretty much sleeping on a floor with either wood or a flat industrial carpet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Well, you can take a multitude of sleeping bags and mattress pads, etc. and try various combinations until he feels that it's comfortable enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted October 20, 2017 Author Share Posted October 20, 2017 Well, you can take a multitude of sleeping bags and mattress pads, etc. and try various combinations until he feels that it's comfortable enough. Don't have anywhere near that kind of money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slackermom Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 What does he sleep on at home? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawana Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Put a foam topper *under* the mattress to get some cushioning without changing the feel of the surface? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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