Question 1

What is the difference between 2-layer and 3-layer?

Accepted Answer

Both stacks start with a supportive base foam that carries your weight and keep a gel memory foam sleep surface on top for cool pressure relief. The 2-layer build is the simpler profile: base below, gel memory foam above — a clean, responsive feel that suits most sleepers who want straightforward support without extra transition. The 3-layer option inserts a responsive support foam in the middle. That transition layer softens the jump from firm base to plush comfort, so you get a smoother sink and deeper contour around shoulders and hips. If you prefer a more gradual hug or share the bed with different sleep styles, the 3-layer stack is usually the better match. Right now 3-Layer is a free upgrade — same price as 2-Layer while the promotion lasts. Both options use the same cover and compression-in-a-box packaging.

Question 2

Which thickness should I choose?

Accepted Answer

Thickness is mostly about profile height and how plush the mattress feels on your frame. A 6" or 8" build sits lower and tends to feel firmer overall — a good fit for bunks, platform beds with limited clearance, guest rooms, or anyone who likes a more grounded sleep surface. 10" and 12" are the everyday sweet spot for most adults: enough foam for pressure relief and edge presence without looking oversized. 14" adds hotel-like height and a plusher first impression, which pairs especially well with taller bed frames and deeper layer stacks. Pick based on how the finished bed will look in the room and how much cushion you want under you — you can always compare the live diagram as you tap each thickness.

Question 3

What is your home trial?

Accepted Answer

Every Layer & Rest mattress includes a 100-night home trial. Sleep on it in your own room; if it is not the right fit within those 100 nights, you can return it for a full refund. Email sales@lbaiet.com or call +1 (718) 362-6003 with your order number and we will arrange the return with you. The 100-night trial is our guarantee; we do not offer a separate product warranty. Keep your mattress on a solid, supportive base, and use a protector if you want to guard against spills.

Question 4

What sizes can I build?

Accepted Answer

Layer & Rest mattresses are available in Twin (38" × 75"), Full (54" × 75"), Queen (60" × 80"), and King (76" × 80"). You choose your size in step 2 of the builder.

Question 5

Do you offer free shipping?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Layer & Rest offers free shipping anywhere in the United States. Mattresses ship compressed in a box, and when your order ships we email you tracking information.

Question 6

How soon does my mattress ship?

Accepted Answer

When building your own mattress, you would assume you would have to wait weeks. However, due to our customer satisfaction promise, we stock multiple variations of our best-selling combinations, so shipping is fast and easy. Most orders ship within two to three business days.

Question 7

What do I need to know when I receive my mattress?

Accepted Answer

Give it up to 48 hours to fully decompress and reach the size you ordered. A small odor is normal and will fade within 72 hours.

Question 8

What material is the mattress made of?

Accepted Answer

The cover is a hypoallergenic fabric chosen for extreme comfort. Our foam is CertiPUR-US® and OEKO-TEX® certified, and every material we use is US-certified for safety and quality.

Question 9

What kind of firmness can I expect from my mattress?

Accepted Answer

Firmness may vary slightly depending on mattress thickness. Overall, our mattresses are crafted to offer a medium-firm feel that provides reliable support without sacrificing comfort.

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