I tried the Dunlopillo Diamond Latex Superior Mattress at Bensons for Beds, in person, on the shop floor. My first reaction was admiration, followed fairly quickly by a price check. The 100mm layer of Dunlopillo 100% natural graphite-infused Talalay latex feels expensive under the hand and under the body. It has that quick, buoyant lift latex does so well. Then you remember what it costs, which sails well past my personal ceiling for a mattress. Hard ceiling.
That tension runs through the whole product for me. The mattress is deep at 35cm, Dunlopillo's guarantee is reassuring, and the edge support was stronger than I expected. Work has gone into it. Even so, the comfort I felt in store sat closer to a strong mid-priced mattress than a purchase I would stretch this far for. Nice bed. Awkward maths.
Shop-floor feel and construction
The latex layer is the reason to stop and try it. Talalay latex reacts faster than memory foam, so it gives pressure relief without that slow, trapped sensation. Compared with a Tempur Pro Plus, this Dunlopillo feels easier to turn on and less enveloping through the top. Anyone who finds dense foam too warm or too clingy may prefer this feel within a few seconds.
Dunlopillo describes the latex as sustainably sourced from renewable materials, with graphite infusion providing 100% natural fire retardancy. The latex is also naturally hypoallergenic, anti bacterial and anti microbial, aimed at discouraging dust mites, bacteria, fungi, mould and mildew. Those are useful claims for allergy-conscious buyers, although I would keep them in proportion. At this price, hygiene benefits should be part of the package rather than the main sales pitch.
The Thermic patented reactive fabric is meant to draw away and store excess heat, then release it as temperatures drop. Beneath the top sits the VENTRA Core Performance System, an aerated foam structure designed to channel air through the mattress and disperse heat. On the showroom bed, the surface felt clean and lightly cool rather than plush and sweaty. A short test cannot tell me how it behaves during a humid August night, so I would be wary of buying purely for the cooling story.
The 35cm profile gives the Diamond Latex Superior a substantial look, though it may cause practical faff with shallower fitted sheets. It is a no-turn mattress, so care is limited to regular rotation in line with the guide. That helps, because moving a mattress of this depth will never be fun in a tight bedroom.
Comfort on the Medium to Firm model
I spent most of my time on the Medium to Firm tension. For an average-weight sleeper, it gives a sensible blend of cushioning and lift. On my side, the shoulder had enough give to avoid a hard stop. On my back, the pelvis stayed supported and the surface recovered quickly when I changed position.
The comfort is pleasant rather than astonishing. That is where my scepticism starts to bite. A mattress priced this high needs to create clear distance from cheaper models in the same broad family, and I did not feel that distance strongly enough. Previous Dunlopillo models I have tried have delivered a similar latex character for less money. This version feels deeper and more polished, certainly, yet the extra spend still needs more justification.
Edge support deserves credit. With 100mm of latex sitting on top, I expected more compression at the border, especially when sitting side-on. The side held better than many soft-topped premium mattresses I have tested. Couples who use the full width of the bed will appreciate that, though long-term perimeter wear is something a showroom visit cannot settle.
Best match by sleeper type
The three comfort choices are Medium to Soft, Medium to Firm and Firm to Extra Firm. Dedicated side sleepers should begin with Medium to Soft, particularly those with a curvier or hourglass build needing deeper sink at the shoulder and hip. The Medium to Firm version is the one I would point average-weight side and back sleepers towards first, since it gave the most balanced support in my brief test.
Back sleepers are likely to get on well with Medium to Firm, while those wanting a flatter, more braced surface should compare it with Firm to Extra Firm. Front sleepers need to be careful. The firmer option makes more sense, as too much comfort-layer dip around the hips can pull posture out of line.
This is mostly for shoppers already convinced by latex and willing to pay for Dunlopillo, UK manufacture and the Bensons exclusive label. Budget-sensitive buyers should try older or lower-priced Dunlopillo alternatives before signing off the extra spend. Same broad comfort language, often less financial sting.
What I could not prove in store
- How the Talalay latex and VENTRA foam core feel after months of nightly use.
- Whether the Thermic surface controls heat well through warm nights at home.
- Partner disturbance across a full night with two sleepers of different weights.
- Delivery, rotation in a real room and bedding fit on the 35cm depth.
Verdict from my showroom test
The Dunlopillo Diamond Latex Superior Mattress has real strengths: 100mm of graphite-infused Talalay latex, three firmness choices, a long guarantee and better edge support than I expected from such a deep comfort build. I liked lying on it, especially in Medium to Firm.
The price is the sticking point. Medium to Soft for side sleepers, Medium to Firm for mixed side and back sleeping, Firm to Extra Firm for stronger back support. The mattress feels luxurious; the price asks for more than the showroom comfort gave back.
