Experience Cloud-Like Comfort: A Look at the Pillow Top Mattress
 
A pillow top mattress offers a luxurious layer of softness designed to provide an immediate sense of plush comfort and pressure relief. Characterized by an additional layer of cushioning sewn directly onto the top surface of the mattress, it creates a distinct, pillowy appearance and a cradling feel that has become synonymous with a premium sleep experience.
This top comfort layer, typically ranging from one to four inches in thickness, is what sets the pillow top apart. It is often filled with a variety of soft and conforming materials, including memory foam, latex, wool, cotton, or fiberfill. This construction is engineered to provide a soft initial touch, allowing the body to sink gently into the surface, which can be particularly beneficial for side sleepers by cushioning the shoulders and hips.
Beneath the plush top, a supportive core provides the necessary foundation for proper spinal alignment. This core is most commonly an innerspring system, offering a classic responsive feel. However, pillow tops can also be found on hybrid mattresses, which combine coils with layers of foam, or even on some foam or latex mattresses.
The primary appeal of a pillow top mattress lies in its ability to deliver a balanced sleep surface. It pairs the deep-down support of a traditional mattress with a lavishly cushioned top, aiming to alleviate pressure points and reduce tossing and turning. While often associated with a softer feel, pillow top mattresses are available in a range of firmness levels, from plush to firm, to accommodate various sleep preferences and body types.
Ideal for those who desire a mattress with a noticeable "hug" and a touch of hotel-inspired luxury, the pillow top design can enhance the overall comfort and feel of your bed. However, it is important to note that due to the extra cushioning layer, these mattresses are typically one-sided and cannot be flipped, though they should be regularly rotated to ensure even wear.