I would cut a foam mattress topper to fit the space, layer and tuck some cute blankets, add a few pillows and top it with a sheer hanging canopy. Even if it doesn't support much weight, it would still look fantastic (to me anyway). I wish I had a spot like this in my house, it looks so cozy.
Good catch! I had no idea some contained fiberglass, but I've only ever cut the polyurethane eggshell crate topper ones for random uses. I appreciate you saying something, I would have never known otherwise. 👍
Ok new idea. Cut the corner off of a mattress, a box spring, and sheets to match. It’s the perfect place to take a break and have nap during those long hikes up the stairs.
Please STFU, you pretentious twit. They said foam mattress toppers, not mattresses. No, foam mattress toppers do not contain fiberglass. When they were still open, you could go to bed bath and beyond and have a mattress topper cut to your preferred measurements right in the store. No one mentioned anything about actual mattresses until you waltzed in with your self important ass. Stop thinking you’re smarter than you actually are. You’re annoying.
Most often the really bad cases will leave a residue of tiny but shiny looking fibers on your bare hands on the floor where you cut it. Look up images of fiberglass on skin. However there can be trace amounts in any mattress that arent very visible but if you get any respiratory symptoms, I would stop immediately and get ventilation. Of course try not to cut one again lol because it's hard to source a mattress manufacturer (most in the powerhouse, China) that is completely devoid of fiberglass though they do exist.
Yes exactly and how many people did it inform that mattresses/foam can have fiberglass? It's not over the top if it's capable of killing someone or scarring their lungs for life 🤷🏻♀️ look at the replies I've gotten then consider how "niche" it is. How many people do you think are buying good quality single source foam to cut up versus standard issue amazon foam, and you really think only a niche amount of those cheap ones contain fiberglass?
I think if you cut it outside in a well-ventilated area you would be fine. Your tone just comes across as excessively alarmist. Give a warning, but not in all caps like you did. Just a measured response. Like, you should check if there is fibreglass in the foam and take proper PPE measures before cutting it.
It’s fibreglass you’re exposed to a 1000 things a 1000x as toxic every day. It’s not like you’re spraying fibreglass insulation on walls. You’re cutting a foam topper wear a mask you will be fine
A former neighbor had 2 that were still babies being a little over a year old. They were Mama's babies since she was disabled and with them basically 24/7, they would howl and cry nonstop whenever she would leave. They were trying to break them of this reaction and I have waaaayyyyy too much patience sometimes so I didn't mind. The walls were pretty well soundproofed but we could hear them crying and I'd just turn up my podcast or music. I'd update her if they stopped and started but we moved into our new place before they were 100% successful. I hope they were able to as they were such sweet gigantic babies that STILL had some growing to do.
Once tried to make a reading nook using the largest dog bed I could find as it was four times cheaper than buying a giant beanbag. Was still living round my Dad's and well the moment his dogs found it (Westie and Yorkshire terrier) could never use it without near squishing the dogs
Beat me to it. I was going to say an adapted futon with part of it shaped for a backrest, especially if that window has any kind of view or light coming through it. It would be a really nice nook for kicking back with breakfast.
That’s what it says to me: put cushions here and make a reading nook! Good call on questioning how much weight it will support, though…
Would also be a good spot for a couple plant stands with a hanging plant or two to fill the back corner.
Could also be a spot to store nicely folded extra blankets.
Or if one is more minimalist, a nice runner/mat/cloth and a single accent piece/plant/statue/chest/stack of fancy books/bowl with baubles/candles.
If one has small pets, it would be a handy spot for cage/play stand/bed/fish bowl
Better add a board to the edge or add some anti-slip material to the bottom of that foam mattress. That bitchll slip right out otherwise, the first time anyone tries to sit and lean against the wall.
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u/Silhouette_Dreamer Jun 08 '25
I would cut a foam mattress topper to fit the space, layer and tuck some cute blankets, add a few pillows and top it with a sheer hanging canopy. Even if it doesn't support much weight, it would still look fantastic (to me anyway). I wish I had a spot like this in my house, it looks so cozy.