Which pad or thickness would be suitible for 200lb side sleeper?
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It mostly depends on how tall you are. I have slept on both the regular size and the long and I honestly couldn't tell the difference. I'm 6'1" 185 lbs, either works for me. If you're a side sleeper then perhaps try the long since it offers a bit more cushion.
2266034
I am also a side sleeper, 5'7" medium build, female... I found the HIGH loft to be too flat!! I cant imagine how thin the low loft would be.
2042050
This pad is made to help you sleep cooler, it is only 3/4 of a inch thick. We had it made thin on purpose so it doesn't take away the feel of memory foam or tempurpedic beds.
1636521
Mostly just weight. I'd suggest getting the cheaper one, bring a thin fleece blanket for between you and pad. I would also suggest getting some of the fin rubber material that people use in cabinets and put that in between you and the blanket. That materials helpful because this pad is slippery.
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I cant comment on your numbers for most others or my own pad, but I know its working for me. The mattress I replaced with the memory foam king was a plush, so Im more inclined towards soft than you. My new mattress was too soft, and this helped a lot.
2216628
We bought a 2" cradle mattress. The pad that came with it was very thin. We have been very happy with it.
126542
Not too thick- maybe 1.5 inches. "Pad" and not "bed" is a good description.
1003995
I went with the thicker mattress for my TT. The down side of that is it makes getting into bed a little difficult due to the increased highth from the floor. TTs have a storage area under the bed. Great sleep!
1529848
The thicker the cushion you buy I think the softer it will be. I have 2 1" pads and they are soft enough for my husband. He is confined to his chair all day and it has prevented any bedsores.
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1.5" thickness = R-Value 42" thickness = R-Value 53" thickness = R-Value 6.9ALPS Mountianeering Lightweight Sleep Pad has a R-Value of 4
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We have a Ashley Sleep New Castle Beach gel memory foam. It's about 12 inches thick and works well.
1358879
A little. I have used mattress pads in the past that provided more cushion. The price is great and I would go for it.
1181220
Any mattress you find comfortable. I went to a mattress store and chose what was comfortable. Depth was not an issue.
1195616
Overall size is standard 24x16". Tallest thickness is 5" on sides. Note the surface has sewn partitions. Center for back sleeping (1" hi); side raised for side sleeping position. Both bordered by cervical roll of two different circumferences. Too big?? Wouldn't fit into std pillow case. Two wouldn't fit on twin bed. Too thick which made neck bend. Filler material wouldn't stay in place properly. None of this should be a problem with the 200. However, it is stuffed firmly full. So much so that it is like trying to keep your cheek balanced on a padded rolling pin when side sleeping. Maybe the 220 Gentle would help this. Overall size is standard 24x16". Tallest thickness is 5" on sides. Note the surface has sewn partitions. Center for back sleeping (1" hi); side raised for side sleeping position. Both bordered by cervical roll of two different circumferences. Too big?? Wouldn't fit into std pillow case. Two wouldn't fit on twin bed. Too thick which made neck bend. Filler material wouldn't stay in place properly. None of this should be a problem with the 200. However, it is stuffed firmly full. So much so that it is like trying to keep your cheek balanced on a padded rolling pin when side... » Read More Overall size is standard 24x16". Tallest thickness is 5" on sides. Note the surface has sewn partitions. Center for back sleeping (1" hi); side raised for side sleeping position. Both bordered by cervical roll of two different circumferences. Too big?? Wouldn't fit into std pillow case. Two wouldn't fit on twin bed. Too thick which made neck bend. Filler material wouldn't stay in place properly. None of this should be a problem with the 200. However, it is stuffed firmly full. So much so that it is like trying to keep your cheek balanced on a padded rolling pin when side sleeping. Maybe the 220 Gentle would help this. « Show Less
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I don't know the thickness but I am very pleased with this pad. I really like it.S
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Neither - I sent mine back. I am a side sleeper, and it was very flat (did not look like the photo). Ended up going with a Pacific Coast Double Down Around pillow from THEIR website. You then have a choice of soft, medium, and firm. I have a soft Double Down Around and a standard down stuffed into a single pillow protector, and boy is it ever fluffy and big!
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I own a 3 inch and a 2 inch. My 2 inch is in the guest room and i have to say... it would work well for a back sleeper but the 3 inch is very comfortable (on my bed) for the side sleeper. It also depends on the size of the individual. My guess would be the heavier the person.. the thicker the pad? My husband is 190 pounds and the 2 or 3 inch works great.