matress pad or mattress topper what the different
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Mattress pad comes down over your entire mattress, tucking neatly under with elastic. A "topper" sounds like it would just lay on top?
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Pad, generally for protection, topper, to make more comfortable, this is a little bit of both, but I had a feather topper and used the pad for protection and because of the fitted sides, helped keep it in place. But it's a nice little cushon too.
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Mattress pad is a thiner pad were the topper is usually 3 to 4 inches thick.
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The mattress pad is just as good as the day I bought it. We just bought an identical one for another bed in our home. I am not hot sleeping on it, it doesn't have the heat reproducing qualities found in standard foam pads. Hope this helps you in your decision.
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It's not really a foam mattress topper, it's more mattress pad. It is very poufy and comfortable. My aches from our new mattress has gone. I actually sleep through the night now. No pains to keep me awake at night.
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If you are very light (less than 110lbs (50kilos), definitely go with the 3inch topper. Also, if your mattress is especially lumpy, again go for the 3 inch pad. A 2 inch topper is not adequate to hide mattresses' imperfections. So after all that, I say go with the 3 inch one. Good luck and let us know how it works out for you! Pete
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not really ,i have both ,but extra deep would be easier to stay put and wont rise up. The regular sheets some times are not all the way down over the topper and mattress, but i still like the mattress topper i sleep much better now.
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I've had both 2 and 3 inch memory foam mattress toppers (both from Costco), and I think the decision on which to buy depends a lot on how you sleep. As a side sleeper, I prefer the 3-inch topper because it gives my hip more cushioning from the very hard mattress underneath the topper. The only thing I like less about the 3-inch topper is, because it's thicker than the 2-inch, I'm more aware off the slight difference in size between the mattress and the topper. The mattress is a couple inches wider than the topper so there's a slight drop-off on one side of the bed. Of course, this may not be a problem with this specific 3-inch topper. I've had both 2 and 3 inch memory foam mattress toppers (both from Costco), and I think the decision on which to buy depends a lot on how you sleep. As a side sleeper, I prefer the 3-inch topper because it gives my hip more cushioning from the very hard mattress underneath the topper. The only thing I like less about the 3-inch topper is, because it's thicker than the 2-inch, I'm more aware off the slight difference in size between the mattress and the topper. The mattress is a couple inches wider than the topper so there's a slight drop-off on one side of the bed. Of course, this may not... » Read More I've had both 2 and 3 inch memory foam mattress toppers (both from Costco), and I think the decision on which to buy depends a lot on how you sleep. As a side sleeper, I prefer the 3-inch topper because it gives my hip more cushioning from the very hard mattress underneath the topper. The only thing I like less about the 3-inch topper is, because it's thicker than the 2-inch, I'm more aware off the slight difference in size between the mattress and the topper. The mattress is a couple inches wider than the topper so there's a slight drop-off on one side of the bed. Of course, this may not be a problem with this specific 3-inch topper. « Show Less
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The more plush the mattress, the softer it should be. I bought this mattress almost a year ago and I don't regret it. I love this matress. I am a side sleeper too and I sleep very well. I am even so comfortable that I find myself sleeping on my back a little more.
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I think this mattress topper is equivalent to a mattress pad, I put it over the mattress and below the mattress protector and it works brilliantly. Hope that helps!
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I have used both, closed cell foam sleeping pads. Thicker than the lightweight, backpacker versions. Also used thinner air mattresses....I prefer the additional foam pad over the thin air mattress...Refer to the COT you buy specs for interior size in inches. Buy or cut a pad to fit....I cut one...
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You can choose either. I had read that the cotton strings were more comfortable, and that's why I got cotton. We take it in at night, though.
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Everywhere I read they stressed on the firmness of the mattress for the new born and affect on the spine, hence the firmer mattress. I am happy with the firmness of the mattress and plus it is waterproof on the infant side which helps as well. Not sure about the cover pads, everyone's opinion is a little different, so I decided to skip that for now
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I bought both. Used the 2 inch and got a lot of relief from hip discomfort that occurs when I lie on my side. Then 9 months later I wanted to see if I could be even more comfortable, so I bought the 3 inch. I definitely recommend the 3 inch topper if you are in your 50's with mild arthritis in hips and you lie on your side. It's definitely more plush. and worth it!!!!!
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You do not need an additional mattress pad. The pebble top is a matress pad :)
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We Had A Mattress Pad So We Used It. But I Do NoT Know If You Really Need One. The Top Is A Soft Velvety Top Not Plastic.
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I'm confused! Is the firm mattress pad used as a mattress? Or should there be a mattress pad and mattress?
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It's not...I honestly did not notice a difference in the two. I saw an iComfort at a local mattress store, and while the covering is different, the two feel the same to me.
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You can put it on any mattress. My husband and I call it "cloud". The feeling is like sleeping on the cloud! His back feels much better since we started using this pad. Highly recommended.