DIY Mattress: Common Combinations

While DIY combinations for your mattress are almost limitless, there are a few configurations of our products that are commonly combined. The pillows are deliberately matched with each combo to match the softness or firmness of the mattress. Here are some of common combinations: FOR ADULTS: (Soft Combo – generally for adults under 250 lbs.) […]

Picture Tutorials of Common Builds

How Does it Work?  I present three chicken scratched drawings for your pleasure. Quilted Ticking, AKA “The Simplest Method” or “For Longevity”   Knit Ticking, AKA “The Budget Method” or “For Latex Purists”   Twill Ticking, AKA “The Durable Method” or “For the DIYer”  

Build a Mattress with Twill Ticking

PROS Thickness At an 8 oz weight, this twill is durable reliable. Compare its thickness to a thick khaki pant fabric, though it is much softer than a brushed twill pant. Strength This functional fabric is still quite smooth.  Because it is strong, it can withstand a tufting needle’s piercings or a mattress fill in pieces beneath it (though […]