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WHY DIY?
- SHOULD YOU DIY?
  Everything you need to make a zippered mattress is readily available.
  
  It’s Super Easy
  
  Customize It Yourself
  
  The Industry Secret
  
  DIY is the Best Value
  
  AVOIDING TOXINS
  Flame-retardant chemicals, fiberglass, and industrial glues are commonly found in factory mattresses.
  
  LET’S CUT OPEN MATTRESSES!
  Many retailers make claims about what’s inside their mattresses that can be straight-up deceptive.
HOW TO
- HOW TO DIY A ZIPPERED MATTRESS
  
  It’s just three simple steps on the path to your best mattress ever.
  
  CONSIDER YOUR OPTIONS
  
  CHOOSE YOUR LAYERS
  
  PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER
  
  Who’s it for?
  
  Sleep style?
  
  BMI matters?
  
  Sleep issues?
BLUEPRINTS
- The Opulent Build: A $4,000 Luxury DIY Mattress That Feels $10k+
  
  An Organic DIY Child’s Mattress (with Room to Grow)
  
  An All-Latex DIY Mattress: Bouncy, Breathable, and Beautifully Simple
  
  The Gateway Build: An Elegantly Simple DIY Hybrid Mattress
  
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DIY SCHOOL
- DIY MATTRESS SCHOOL
  Our collection of articles covers all things DIY.
  
  WHY I BUILT MY OWN MATTRESS
  
  THE COMPLETE 7-STEP DIY MATTRESS GUIDE
  
  CHOOSING DIY SUPPORT LAYERS
  
  CHOOSING DIY COMFORT LAYERS
  
  CHOOSING A DIY ZIPPERED COVER
  
  The Definitive Mattress Foam Glossary
  
  Pocketed Coils 101: An Overview For DIY Mattress Makers
  
  Are Two Layers Of Support Foam Better Than One? For Many, Yes.
  
  The Downsides of a Bed-in-a-Box Mattress
  
  Why You Should Never Buy a Mattress Without a Zipper
  
  Rebellion Worthy (Repairable!) Retail Mattresses
  
  The Quasi DIY Mattress: A Shortcut To Custom Comfort
  
  The Surprising Obstacles When Buying A Vegan Mattress
  
  FAQ
  We answer your questions about DIY mattress plans, component buys, and putting it all together.
WHERE TO BUY PARTS
- FIND DIY COMPONENTS
  With the rising popularity of DIY mattress making, parts suppliers meet the demand.
  
  Where to Buy SUPPORT LAYERS
  Pocketed coils, firm foam, or fiber mats.
  
  Where to Buy COMFORT LAYERS
  The top layers that cradle you in comfort.
  
  Where to Buy ZIPPERED COVERS
  Covers come in both KNIT and QUILTED.
  
  Where to Buy EXTRAS & MORE
  Fancy extras to elevate your sleep.
  
  Pocket Coils
  
  Latex Foam
  
  Memory Foam
  
  Wool Batting
  
  Coco Coir
  
  DIY Pillows
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THE MATTRESS REBELLION

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