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THE MATTRESS REBELLION

A DIY Mattress Educational Resource

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  • WHY DIY?Expand
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      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 TOExpand
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      HOW TO DIY A ZIPPERED MATTRESS

      It’s just three simple steps on the path to your best mattress ever.
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      CONSIDER YOUR OPTIONS

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      CHOOSE YOUR LAYERS

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      PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER

      Who’s it for?

      Sleep style?

      BMI matters?

      Sleep issues?

  • 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 articles covers all things DIY.

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      WHY I BUILT MY OWN MATTRESS

      THE COMPLETE 7-STEP DIY MATTRESS GUIDE

      • support layerCHOOSING DIY SUPPORT LAYERS
      • comfort layerCHOOSING DIY COMFORT LAYERS
      • zipper 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
      Zipper mattress FAQ
      FAQ

      We answer your questions about DIY mattress plans, component buys, and putting it all together.

  • WHERE TO BUY PARTSExpand
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      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.

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      Where to Buy COMFORT LAYERS

      The top layers that 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.

      Pocket Coils

      Latex Foam

      Memory Foam

      Wool Batting

      Coco Coir

      DIY Pillows

  • ABOUT USExpand
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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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THE MATTRESS REBELLION
A DIY Mattress Educational Resource

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Our Mission: is to upend the mattress industry by making customizable, repairable, and upgradable mattresses with a zippered cover the gold standard moving forward.

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  • START HERE
    • Why I Built My Own Mattress
  • 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
    • How to Choose Support Layers
    • How to Choose Comfort Layers
    • How to Choose a Zippered Cover
  • WHERE TO BUY DIY PARTS
    • DIY Support Layers
    • DIY Comfort Layers
    • Zippered Mattress Covers
    • DIY Mattress Extras
  • WHY A ZIPPER?
    • Zippered Mattress FAQ
    • Read BEFORE Mattress Shopping
    • Zippered Mattress Retailers Directory
  • ABOUT US
    • Our Mission
    • Newsletter Sign Up
    • Contact Us
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