
Silk and Snow vs Douglas Mattress Review
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Comparison Summary
Silk and Snow
Layers
3
Firmness
4.1 / 10
Sleep Trial
100 Nights
Warranty
15 Years
Made In
USA or Canada
Price (Queen)
$800 USD
$950 CAD
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Douglas
Layers
3
Firmness
6.6 / 10
Sleep Trial
120 Nights
Warranty
15 Years
Made In
Canada
Price (Queen)
$749 CAD
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Silk and Snow

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How We Compared Silk and Snow and Douglas
As with all mattress reviews and comparisons on Mattress-Reviews.com, GoodMorning.com Inc. tests major online mattress brands in order to continually update and improve its own products. Analyzing the builds, brands, and specifications of competitor mattresses ensures GoodMorning.com always offers the best possible value to its customers.
To provide a consistent benchmark for our tests, we commission third-party engineers to test every mattress in the exact same way. You can view the methodology of testing and the APEGA-stamped results document here.
Without further ado, our Silk and Snow vs Douglas Mattress Review:
Silk and Snow vs Douglas: Company Overview
Silk and Snow

Douglas

Company Overview | Silk and Snow | Douglas |
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Launched: | 2017 | 2017 |
Price (Queen): | $800 USD $950 CAD | $749 CAD |
Available in: | USA, Canada | Canada |
Made in: | USA or Canada | Canada |
Trial length: | 100 nights | 120 nights |
Warranty: | 15 years | 15 years |
Year-Round Price Guarantee: | No | CLICK HERE |
Silk and Snow
Silk and Snow is a small mattress company based out of Toronto, Ontario. They entered the bed-in-a-box market after completing a Kickstarter campaign in 2017, releasing a memory foam mattress. The company has well-defined international roots: the Silk and Snow sells both in Canada and the United States, with factories on both sides of the border. The company’s second line, the Silk and Snow Coil Hybrid, was released one year later in 2018.
Douglas
Douglas was introduced in 2017 by Canadian bed-in-a-box company GoodMorning.com. Only available in Canada, Douglas was manufactured as a single-firmness mattress, designed using eight years worth of engineering data and customer feedback. GoodMorning.com designed the Douglas to be a value-packed, Canadian-made mattress at an unheard-of low price. They offer the same level of customer service for the Douglas as they do across their growing catalog, not to mention an industry leading sleep trial and warranty.
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Silk and Snow vs Douglas: Delivery, Sleep Trial, Returns
Silk and Snow

Douglas

Delivery, Trial, Returns | Silk and Snow | Douglas |
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Shipping cost: | Free | Free shipping |
Shipping time: | 3–10 days | 3–10 days |
Sleep trial length: | 100 nights | 120 nights |
Return ease: | Company picks up | Company picks up |
Refund: | Yes, full refund | Yes, full refund |
Additional fees: | No | No |
Thanks to modern compression methods and the rising popularity of the bed-in-a-box, mattresses can now be shipped far more efficiently and conveniently than ever before. Customers no longer need to take a day off work to accept a delivery. Boxed beds are now delivered with the same convenience as most Amazon orders. Some bed-in-a-box companies even offer same-day delivery to certain areas.
Delivery
Silk and Snow uses specialist logistics service UPS Ground to deliver their mattresses directly to customers’ doors throughout the United States and a variety of similar couriers in Canada. Shipping is free in the Contiguous U.S. and Canadian provinces but may be subject to remote delivery fees elsewhere. Silk and Snow customers can expect their new mattress to be delivered within 3 to 10 business days, excluding public holidays.
Douglas uses FedEx to deliver their mattresses directly to customers’ doors, and shipping is free throughout Canada. Customers can expect their new mattress to arrive within 3 to 10 business days following order confirmation.
Trial Period
Like many bed-in-a-box companies, Silk and Snow and Douglas both heavily promote their sleep trials. With a 120-night sleep trial, Douglas has one of the longest sleep trials of all mattress brands; Silk + Snow allows their customers 100 days to decide.
Returns and Additional Fees
If a customer wishes to return their Silk and Snow or Douglas mattress within the sleep trial period, each company will arrange to pick up their respective mattress and issue a full refund. There are no additional return or restocking fees for either the Silk and Snow or Douglas mattress.
Silk and Snow vs Douglas: Out of the Box
Silk and Snow

Douglas

Out of the Box | Silk and Snow | Douglas |
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Delivered in a box: | Yes | Yes |
Box dimensions: | 20” x 20” x 43” | 17.5" x 17.5" x 44.5" |
Box opening: | Scissors required | Scissors required |
Box/mattress fitting: | Tight | Tight |
Protection layers: | 6 | 2 |
Expansion time: | 1 minute | 3 minutes |
Both the Silk and Snow and Douglas mattresses arrived within the expected delivery times. Each product was well-protected within the box by heavy-duty plastic to keep the mattress in good condition during shipping.
Each mattress box was sealed with heavy-duty tape. Customers will definitely need scissors or a knife to open the box. To prevent potential harm to your new mattress, remember to be extra careful when using sharp objects to remove any packaging.
Once opened, each compressed mattress is easy to remove from the box. We recommend a ‘tip-and-pull’ motion to slowly slide the mattress out from its cardboard container. Simply tip the box from a vertical position down onto its side, and then pull the lightweight box away from the bundled mattress. It’s most efficient to do this process in the room where you intend to use the mattress.
Both mattresses are protected with two layers of heavy-duty plastic – one to compress it in a vacuum seal, and another to roll it tightly into a cylinder shape.
Customers will need to unwrap the first layer in order to unroll the mattress, which will still be in its compressed form. Some helpful advice at this stage is to place the rolled up mattress onto the designated bed frame. Next, like the end of a roll of tape, find and peel back the outer layer of plastic. You can use the momentum of unrolling the compressed mattress along the bed frame to help remove the rest of this layer, which could be up to a few meters long. After completing this process, the mattress will be lying unrolled before you.
Next, cut the final layer of plastic. The vacuum seal now broken, the mattress will quickly begin to decompress. Remove this final layer of plastic as the mattress expands to its full height. Both mattresses reached full expansion in under five minutes.
Silk and Snow vs Douglas: Mattress Construction
Silk and Snow

Douglas

Mattress Construction | Silk and Snow | Douglas |
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Mattress height: | 10" | 10" |
Number of layers: | 3 | 3 |
Comfort layer: | 2” high-density gel memory foam | 2” ecoLight® cooling gel foam |
Transition layer: | 2” transition foam | 2" Elastex® foam |
Support layer: | 6” support foam | 6" Motion isolation support foam |
Cover materials: | Polyester, spandex | Natural Eucalyptus Fabric |
Machine washable: | Yes | Yes |
Made in: | USA or Canada | Canada |
The Silk and Snow and Douglas are both combination foam mattresses. Multiple layers of foam work together to offer comfort and support.
Some of the other major differences between the Silk and Snow and Douglas mattress are the different types of foams used for comfort, contouring, and pressure-point relief, not to mention the support layers for motion isolation and edge support. Each mattress contains comfort, transition, and support layers, and these layers vary slightly in height and density.
Also, each mattress also has a unique top cover which showcases the brand’s personality and design aesthetic. Top covers are sometimes removable. In this case, both the Silk and Snow and the Douglas have removable, machine-washable covers.
Silk and Snow vs Douglas Mattress Layers
Silk and Snow

Douglas

Silk and Snow Mattress Layers
The Silk and Snow mattress contains three layers of foam:
- First layer: 2 inches of high-density gel memory foam. This top layer aids in preventing pressure points while letting you sink into the mattress. High-density memory foam is known for its durability and longevity. Layer density: 4 lbs/ft³.
- Second layer: 2 inches transition foam. This transition layer serves double duty by both reinforcing the motion isolating qualities of the mattress and adding to the support properties of the layer below. Foam density: 1.8 lbs/ft³.
- Third layer: 6 inches of support foam. This bottom layer makes up the foundation of the mattress, providing the overall integrity of the bed and keeping you from sinking in too deep. Foam density: 1.8 lbs/ft³.
Of note: The Silk and Snow website also states that the foam layers include “natural seed-based oils such as soybeans,” though it is left unspecified which layers include this property.
Douglas Mattress Layers
Douglas uses three layers of foam in the construction of its Canadian-made foam mattress.- First layer: 2 inches of ecoLight® cooling gel foam. This cooling gel encourages a restful sleep by ensuring that the mattress doesn’t trap heat. The ecoLight® foam has the durability, responsiveness, and comfort of memory foam, but it has a lower carbon footprint. Foam density: 2.5 lbs/ft3.
- Second layer: 2 inches of Elastex® foam. This transition layer is designed to provide spring and support. Many mattresses use latex for similar reasons. Elastex® is free of the allergy-causing chemicals found in latex.
- Third layer: 6 inches of motion isolation support foam. This thick bottom layer greatly reduces motion transfer between sleepers, and it also enhances edge support.
Silk and Snow vs Douglas Mattress Cover
Silk and Snow

Douglas

Silk and Snow Mattress Cover
The top cover of the Silk and Snow mattress has a distinct design that evokes its brand name. Up top, the fabric is tufted in snowy white waves that advertise the cushioning directly beneath the cover. The lower portion is diamond-tufted in dark blue with a silky sheen. The cover materials listed on the law label are polyester (98%) and spandex (2%).
The top portion of the Silk and Snow cover can be unzipped, removed, and cleaned in the washing machine. Like the Recore latex mattress, the cover also includes a silver element that has antimicrobial properties.
Douglas Mattress Cover
With its mountainscape stitching to its red and white colour profile, Douglas’ Canadian-centric cover shows the brand's homegrown roots. Cut from a single piece of fabric and woven together, the design is almost seamless. The red zipper running the entire length of the side wall is the only element that breaks up this impressive white canvas.
As for upkeep, the top half is machine washable, a bonus for anyone who can't stand the thought of spot cleaning their bed by hand. Douglas' cover is composed of Natural Eucalyptus Fabric. This proprietary fabric is enhanced by fibers from sustainably farmed eucalyptus trees – stretch-knit and very soft, but also extremely durable. The cover is great for moisture wicking and breathability.
Silk and Snow vs Douglas: Environmental Sustainability
Eco-Consciousness | Silk and Snow | Douglas |
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Green policies: | Foam infused with seed-based oils | ecoLight® foam; Natural Eucalyptus Fabric; Manufactured using renewable energy; Optimized shipping; Recycled cardboard; Recycled ink (Read the Douglas Eco-Story) |
Social responsibility: | Returned mattresses are donated to charity | Returned mattresses are donated to charity |
Box materials: | Cardboard | Recycled cardboard; Recycled ink |
Foam materials: | Polyurethane | Polyurethane |
Cover materials: | Polyester, spandex | Natural Eucalyptus Fabric |
CertiPUR-US®: | Yes | Yes |
Green manufacturing: | Foam infused with seed-based oils | Manufactured with renewable energy |
Silk and Snow vs Douglas: Feel and Firmness
Feel & Firmness | Silk and Snow | Douglas |
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Feel: | Medium-soft | Medium-firm |
Firmness: | 4.1 / 10 | 6.6 / 10 |
Edge Support: | 5.2 / 10 | 7.3 / 10 |
Motion Isolation: | 7.6 / 10 | 8.3 / 10 |
Bounce: | 2.5 / 10 | 3.2 / 10 |
Silk and Snow

Douglas

Feel & Firmness
According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the firmness and feel of the Silk and Snow mattress and Douglas mattress are very different:
- The Silk and Snow mattress we tested has a medium-soft feel. It is rated at 4.1 / 10 on the firmness scale. The Silk and Snow mattress has plenty of ‘hug.’
- The Douglas is a medium-firm mattress, rated at 6.6 / 10 on the firmness scale. The Douglas mattress does not have excessive ‘hug.’
Silk and Snow

Douglas

Edge Support
Foam mattresses are not known for their edge support; in fact, it is often one of the main issues customers have when moving from innerspring mattresses to foam. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Silk and Snow and Douglas mattresses have very different edge support scores:
- The Silk and Snow mattress has average edge support. It is rated at 5.2 / 10 on the edge support scale.
- The Douglas mattress has above-average edge support. It is rated at 7.3 / 10 on the edge support scale.
Silk and Snow

Douglas

Motion Isolation
Motion isolation in foam mattresses is usually very good and one of the main reasons couples make the switch from innerspring to memory foam. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Silk and Snow and Douglas mattresses are both above average for motion isolation:
- The Silk and Snow mattress has above-average motion isolation. It is rated at 7.6 / 10 on the motion isolation scale.
- The Douglas mattress has above-average motion isolation. It is rated at 8.3 / 10 on the motion isolation scale.
Silk and Snow

Douglas

Bounce
Due to the fact that motion isolation for foam mattresses is generally very good, bounce is generally very low. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Silk and Snow and Douglas mattress have similar bounce ratings:
- The Silk and Snow mattress has above-average bounce. It is rated at 2.5 / 10 on the bounce scale.
- The Douglas mattress has below-average bounce. It is rated at 3.2 / 10 on the bounce scale.
Silk and Snow vs Douglas: Price
Twin

Silk+Snow
$650 USD
$800 CAD
Douglas
$599 CAD
Twin XL

Silk+Snow
$650 USD
$825 CAD
Douglas
$629 CAD
Double

Silk+Snow
$725 USD
$875 CAD
Douglas
$679 CAD
Queen

Silk+Snow
$800 USD
$950 CAD
Douglas
$749 CAD
King

Silk+Snow
$950 USD
$1,050 CAD
Douglas
$849 CAD
Cal King

Silk+Snow
$950 USD
$1,050 CAD
Douglas
$849 CAD
Silk and Snow vs Douglas: Overview
Overview | Silk and Snow | Douglas |
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Price (Queen): | $800 USD $950 CAD | $749 CAD |
Available in: | USA, Canada | Canada |
Made in: | USA or Canada | Canada |
Trial length: | 100 nights | 120 nights |
Warranty: | 15 years | 15 years |
Mattress height: | 10" | 10" |
Number of layers: | 3 | 3 |
Cover materials: | Polyester, spandex | Natural Eucalyptus Fabric |
Machine washable: | Yes | Yes |
Green policies: | Foam infused with seed-based oils | ecoLight® foam; Natural Eucalyptus Fabric; Manufactured using renewable energy; Optimized shipping; Recycled cardboard; Recycled ink |
Feel: | Medium-soft | Medium-firm |
Firmness | 4.1 / 10 | 6.6 / 10 |
Edge support: | 5.2 / 10 | 7.3 / 10 |
Motion isolation: | 7.6 / 10 | 8.3 / 10 |
Bounce: | 2.5 / 10 | 3.2 / 10 |
Year-Round Price Guarantee: | No | CLICK HERE |
Should you buy Silk and Snow or Douglas?
There are a few factors that immediately stand out after comparing the Silk and Snow and Douglas mattresses. Each product has a few similar features, especially with regards to overall comfort and support. Yet the Silk and Snow and Douglas have a distinctive firmness and feel, level of edge support, level of motion isolation, and bounce.
What really lifts one brand above the other are the sleep trial, environmental commitment, and the Canadian-ness of the Douglas mattress. Douglas is Mattress-Reviews.com’s Top Pick for Mattress under $1,000 CAD, and customers who choose to purchase a Douglas over a Silk and Snow will enjoy a lengthier sleep trial and a lower overall price. They can also sleep better knowing they are supporting a mattress brand that supports the environment. Douglas is made in Canada and uses sustainable and renewable materials.
Buy Silk and Snow if you want:
- A memory foam top layer
- A silver ion machine-washable top cover
- A mattress made in North America
- A medium-soft feel with plenty of hug
Buy Douglas if you want:
- A medium-firm mattress with consistent support
- An eco-conscious mattress
- A long sleep trial and long warranty
- A very competitive price