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      SHOULD YOU DIY?

      Learn how everything you need to make a zippered mattress is easy to source and even easier to assemble.

      It’s Super Easy
      Customized
      Eco-Friendly
      Best Value

      AVOIDING TOXINS

      Flame retardant chemicals, fiberglass, and industrial glues are commonly found in factory-sealed mattresses.

      LET’S CUT OPEN SEALED MATTRESSES!

      Many retailers make claims about what’s inside their mattresses that are straight-up deceptive.

  • HOW TO DIYExpand
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      HOW TO DIY A ZIPPERED MATTRESS

      It’s just three simple steps on the path to your best mattress ever. And we promise: It’s easier than you think.

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      CONSIDER YOUR OPTIONS

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      CHOOSE YOUR LAYERS

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      ASSEMBLE YOUR MATTRESS

      Who’s it for?
      Sleep style?
      Does BMI matter?
      Sleep issues?
  • DIY BLUEPRINTSExpand
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      The Opulent Build: A $4,000 Luxury DIY Mattress That Feels $10k+
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      An Organic DIY Child’s Mattress (with Room to Grow)
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      An All-Latex DIY Mattress: Bouncy, Breathable, and Beautifully Simple
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      The Gateway Build: An Elegantly Simple DIY Hybrid Mattress

      DIY MATTRESS BLUEPRINTS ➡️

  • DIY SCHOOLExpand
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      DIY MATTRESS SCHOOL

      Our collection of educational articles covers all things related to DIY mattresses.

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      WHY I BUILT MY OWN MATTRESS

      CHOOSING SUPPORT LAYERS

      When DIY-ing your own mattress, the smartest place to begin is with the support layer.

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      CHOOSING COMFORT LAYERS

      Let’s explore the thought process behind choosing the best comfort layers for your ideal DIY mattress build.

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      CHOOSING ZIPPERED COVERS

      We’ll walk you through the zippered cover options that’ll turn your DIY project into a finished mattress you’ll love.

      Zipper mattress FAQ

      FAQ

      We answer your questions about DIY mattress plans, component buys, and stacking it all together in a zipper cover.

  • WHERE TO BUY DIY PARTSExpand
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      FIND DIY COMPONENTS

      With the rising popularity of DIY zippered mattresses, parts suppliers are emerging to meet the demand.

      Where to Buy SUPPORT LAYERS

      Pocketed coils, firm foam, or fiber mats.

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      Where to Buy COMFORT LAYERS

      The top layer(s) should cradle you in comfort.

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      Where to Buy ZIPPERED COVERS

      Covers come in both KNIT and QUILTED.

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      Where to Buy EXTRAS & MORE

      Fancy extras to elevate your sleep experience.

      Pocketed Coils
      Latex Foam
      Memory Foam
      Wool Batting
      Coco Coir
      DIY Pillows
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      OUR MISSION

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      OUR NEWSLETTER

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      CONTACT US

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      MORE RESOURCES

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  • HOME
  • WHY DIY?
    • Avoiding Toxins
    • Let’s Cut Up Some Mattresses!
  • HOW TO DIY
    • Consider Your Options
    • Choose Your Components
    • Put It All Together
  • DIY MATTRESS BLUEPRINTS
  • DIY MATTRESS SCHOOL
  • WHERE TO BUY DIY PARTS
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    • DIY Comfort Layers
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