The Dunlop is firmer than Talalay. Unlike Dunlop, Talalay undergoes a flash-freezing process during vulcanization, making the mattress more plush and soft.
Dunlop is denser and firmer than Talalay. The reason is the Dunlop is made differently. Unlike Talalay, the Dunlop is not further treated.
While both Talalay and Dunlop are responsive, Talalay is more so than Dunlop, which can be flexible.
The Talalay mattress is fairly permeable and makes your sleep cooler than usual all night. Dunlop is lesser though.
The durability of Dunlop is more than that of the Talalay because the Dunlop is denser and lasts longer. But both last longer than other mattresses .
Natural latex has an odour. The Dunlop latex smells like sweet vanilla, unlike synthetic mattresses, which smell like chemicals that can be harmful to your health.
Dunlop latex is stiffer than Talalay. But, unlike memory foam, it has a high resilience, making it bouncy. Talalay is more bouncy thanks to its low density.
Being natural, Dunlop and Talalay are non-toxic and chemical-free. But some people do have Latex allergy.
Natural latex mattresses are the most durable. A Latex mattress may sag over time. To deal with mattress sagging rotating and flipping is a good option.
They hold up for more than 10 years. It will eventually crumble but It does outlast others.
Overall, Dunlop or Talalay latex mattresses are one of the most preferred choices when it comes to mattresses.