The Mattress Expert

Replacing a Serta Pillowtop with a Sealy Posturepedic Sheraton Hotel Mattress.

Andy writes:

Hi Pete,

I have been researching our options for purchasing a new bed and came across your excellent and informative website.  Our current mattress is a Serta Pillowtop that is no longer acceptable for us.  

My wife has been complaining of back problems and it makes my back sore as well, unless I constantly turn in the bed.

We never really understood how bad it was until we went on vacation for a week and slept in the beds at the Sheraton.  

From what I understand, they use Sealy Posturepedic mattresses, so that is what I would like to buy.  

Also, since almost everything I know about mattresses I learned from your website, I am going to purchase the mattress and box spring from you.

I am still somewhat undecided on what I should do.  My wife and I are not very heavy (I weigh 150 lbs and she weighs about 105 lbs) and I would like to budget between 1200-1300 for the mattress and box spring in queen size.  For that price, we would like something that will last us ten years without giving us problems like our Serta pillowtop did.  

My wife prefers a softer bed, so I am thinking that we would like to buy a plush top.   

Obviously, I would like to purchase the cheapest option I can get by with without sacrificing quality.
The other thing I am considering is buying the low end model and then adding a 2" soft Latex topper.  What do you think I should do and Why?

We live is Atlanta, if that is of any consequence.

Thanks, Andy

 

Hi Andy,

The latex topper will go a long way to provide comfort and longevity to any  mattress you choose. We use one at home. It goes a long way to prevent the body impressions that so easily form in today's mattresses...regardless of the cost. 

A cheap Posturepedic is a poor value, as you are still paying something for the use of the name.

In this case, living in Atlanta is of some consequence. For anyone living along the I-95 corridor, stretching from Boston to Miami, we have available a more reasonably priced mattress.

Made by Therapedic, The Oxford model, which is very much like the Sealy Posturepedic you slept on, at the Sheraton Hotel.

Shown Here:

http://themattressexpert.com/mattress-brands/therapedic-international-onesided/

At $899.99 for the queen set with free delivery and no sales tax, it's an excellent value.

 

Therapedic Oxford Plush Mattress

The Sealy Posturepedic model that the Sheraton uses is most like the E-Level Posturepedic that you can buy at any Sealy retailer.

The model name will be different at every store. From us, it's called the Sealy Posturepedic Joyce Street Plush and runs $1099.00 for the queen set.

Again, delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

 

The Sealy Posturepedics all have some memory foam in them. We chose to offer the Therapedic Oxford model because it has NO MEMORY FOAM 

In either case, the 2 " soft Talalay Latex mattress topper more than pays for itself in that it will double the life of either mattress.

http://themattressexpert.com/talalay-dunlop-latextoppers/

 

 

 

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Thanks, Pete

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Mattress at the Loews Hotel in Atlanta.

Michael writes:

Hi Pete,

My wife and I stayed at the Loews Hotel in Atlanta last week and slept like babies...do you know what type of mattresses they have or what the setup is?
Thanks, Michael

Hi Michael,

Not off the top of my head. I would have to look it up, which you can do just as easily.

You should be able to gather that information from Loews' website or from the concierge at the hotel in Atlanta.

It would have been easier to look at the mattress while you were there.

The model name will be of little help form comparison shopping. You'll want to get the specifications of that mattress.

Comparing the specifications is the most effective way to shop apples to apples.

 

Thanks, Pete

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Sealy Posturepedic Palatial Crest CSS - Plush Hotel Mattress.

Jennifer writes:

Hello,
I recently stayed at the Canyon Ranch Hotel in Miami and had the absolute best sleep on a Palatial Crest CSS - Plush Mattress. 

It was so nice, that I took a picture of the tag's label so that I could hunt down that mattress and get one for myself.
After searching the web, I have been unsuccessful in finding my dream mattress. 

Do you have any recommendations on how to get this particular mattress? 

It looks like it's available in India, but that's a long way to travel for a good night's sleep.
Thanks for your help! -Jennifer
 
Hi Jennifer,
You're having such a hard time because you are trying to track down this mattress by its model name. 

Model names vary from store to store, region to region, and they change every couple of years. You aren't likely to find an equivalent...only a comparable model.
Below are the specifications of what we carry that is similar in construction and feel.

Knowing the specifications will allow you to shop much more effectively.

Also, knowing how the mattress is identified, generically, will also help you shop. Sealy calls this mattress the "E-Level" Posturepedic.

We sell this mattress set for $1099 in queen, and $1399 in king...with free delivery and no sales tax.

That's about half of what you'd pay if you were to buy it directly from the hotels.

 

Here, it's called the Sealy Posturepedic Joyce Street in Plush

 

Mattress from the Top Down
Quilt:  FR Rayon Fabric
.5" Hypersoft
1.5" x .5" Conv. Hypersoft

Comfort Layers:
1" SuperSoft Activeflex
1.5 ActiveFlex
1"  ActiveFlex
Gel Memory Foam Core Support Center

Coil Gauge: 14

Coil Unit:  Titanium Apex
Edge System: SitRight 

Mattress Height :11 1/2 " 
Foundation Height: 9" or Low Profile 5 1/2"
Coil Counts: Twin - 420;Full -600; Queen -704; King - 928; Cal King - 918

Warranty: 10 Year Full

Made in USA

Thanks, Pete

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Pain & Sagging from a plush W Hotel mattress with pillow-top mattress.

Stacy writes:

Found your site after researching mattresses and am hoping you can help us make a good decision. We have had a plush W Hotel mattress with pillow-top that is sagging significantly after 7 years. 

At the same time I've also developed neck pains and hadn't put two and two together that the mattress sags and my sleeping position is making things worse. 

I'm small, 5'2" 105 lbs, while my husband is closer to 5'10" and 170 lbs. I was previously a stomach sleeper (bad) and am trying to learn to sleep on my back (preferable) or side. 

To complicate matters, a Queen box spring won't make it up our stairs, so we are using a split box spring. 

Any recommendations on mattress/box springs that might work for us. I'd love to find a comfortable mattress that won't wear out in a few years. So appreciate any help you could provide! 

Stacy

Hi Stacy,

You were on the right track. You just took the wrong train.

A plush pillowtop Simmons Beautyrest is among the worst choices you can make, in terms of longevity.

While initially comfortable, they are designed to sell, but not last.

If you were to go with a firm Beautyrest, the gauge of wire for the coil is heavier and provides better support for your spine. The stronger coil also lasts longer.

Instead on a pillowtop that is filled with poly and memory foam, which is also designed to make the sale and not last, add a 2" layer of soft Latex foam.

Latex is both, extremely comfortable and equally resilient...the very best upholstery material on the planet...and has been so for nearly 100 years. It's the original foam rubber.

For adults your size, we recommend the Simmons Beautyrest World Class Annapolis Place in luxury firm and a 2" soft Talalay Latex foam rubber mattress topper to go with it.

You'll have the support and comfort you want and the longevity that has eluded you thus far.

You'll even be able to go back to sleeping on your stomach.

Check your boxsprings. It's likely that you will need to replace only the mattress.

Here are links to both products. Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

 

http://themattressexpert.com/mattress-brands/simmons/beautyrest-recharge-world-class/

 

http://themattressexpert.com/talalay-dunlop-latextoppers/

Thanks, Pete

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Plush and Plush Pillowtop Simmons Beautyrest Hotel Mattress.

Gwen writes:

We are looking at a plush and plush pillowtop Simmons Beautyrest mattresses...sold by a hotel we stayed at. 

Can you tell us what is comparable.

Thank you very much, Gwen 

Hi Gwen,

Plush and pillowtop Beautyrest mattresses wear out very quickly.

We recommend using a soft latex mattress topper with a luxury firm Beautyrest for comfort and support that lasts.

What you're considering is a mistake that will end up in a warranty claim, in which you are unlikely to prevail.

These Hotel mattresses are made for comfort and not durability.

Hotel rooms are not filled every night and the mattresses are replaced every few years.

Used in a master bedroom, they won't last you a year.

 

Hi Pete,

Where do you purchase the Soft Latex Mattress topper, but you do believe a luxury firm Beautyrest is good? What would you top choice comparable to this be?

 

Yes, Gwen, a luxury firm Beautyrest is a good choice.

For average weight adults, we recommend the World Class in luxury firm. The model name varies from store to store. From us it's called the Annapolis Place.

Add to that, a 2" soft Talalay latex topper.

Both items shown here...free delivery and no sales tax.

 

http://themattressexpert.com/mattress-brands/simmons/beautyrest-recharge-world-class/

 

http://themattressexpert.com/talalay-dunlop-latextoppers/

 

So Pete,

What do you recommend for heavier people ... my husband is a big man!!! I appreciate your help very much!!!

 

Hi Gwen,

My wife and I are large people.

We use a Black Beautyrest with that same latex topper.

We have an older version of the Ava luxury firm. 

We are both in the 220 some pound range.

If your husband is much heavier than that, the extra firm Alexia may be in order.

Both Shown Here:

 

http://themattressexpert.com/mattress-brands/simmons/beautyrest-black/

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

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Simmons Beautyrest La Quinta Bright Morning Bed Recharge Pillow Top Mattress.

Kathy writes:

Hi Peter... please have a look at the specs and let me know if you sell an equivalent to the Simmons Beautyrest La Quinta Bright Morning Bed Recharge Pillow Top Mattress.

Thanks, Kathy

 

Hi Kathy,

Their mattress is the same as our Flatbrook luxury firm pillowtop.

Here is a link with specifications and prices for you to peruse.

Delivery of a freshly made mattress is free and there's no sales tax.

 

http://themattressexpert.com/mattress-brands/simmons/beautyrest-recharge-classic/simmons-beautyrest-recharge-classic-flatbrook-luxury-firm-pillowtop/

Simmons Beautyrest Recharge Flatbrook Pillow Top

Thanks, Pete

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Sealy Posturepedic, Comparable to Hotel Mattress.

Paul writes:

Hi Pete,

Your blog and website are extremely helpful. Thanks for doing what you do.

You talk about the Sealy Posturepedic Joyce St. plush mattress as being comparable to the Sealy Sweet Sleeper hotel mattress.

I wonder if you might be able to provide the specifications for that mattress, as I would like to compare them.

Also, can you quote me a price?

Thanks, Paul

Hi Paul,

Comparing specifications is the best way to shop.

The Sealy Posturepedic mattress we spoke about runs $1099 for the queen set and $1399 for the king set.

The mattress only prices are $999.00 in queen and $1199 in king.

Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

Here are the specifications of that mattress.

 

Sealy Posturepedic Joyce St. Plush

 

Quilt:  FR Rayon Fabric
.5" Hypersoft
1.5" x .5" Conv. Hypersoft

Comfort Layers:
1" SuperSoft Avtiveflex
1.5 ActiveFlex
1"  ActiveFlex
Gel Memory Foam Core Support Center

Coil Gauge: 14

Coil Unit:  Titanium Apex
Edge System: SitRight 

Mattress Height :11 1/2 " 
Foundation Height: 9" or Low Profile 5 1/2"
Coil Counts: Twin - 420;Full -600; Queen -704; King - 928; Cal King - 918

Warranty: 10 Year Full

 

Please let me know if you have any further questions.

If you would like to order this mattress, simply give me a call.

 

 

Thanks, Pete

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Sheridan Sweet Sleeper, Sealy Posturepedic Hotel Mattress.

Hyacinth writes:

Good afternoon,

I am looking to buy a mattress that will give me and my Husband a comfortable sleep, as when I wake up in the mornings am very tired.

I am looking for a mattress similar to the Sheridan Sweet Sleeper.
Thank you for your help
Kind Regards
Hyacinth

Hello Hyacinth,

The Sweet Sleeper is a Sealy Posturepedic.

Model names for each Posturepedic will be different at every store you go to.

The best way to shop for it is by its level, which is how Sealy identifies it to all their retailers.

Ask for the E Level in plush. The plush model is the most popular in hotels.

Avoid the pillowtop models, as the pillowtop part loses its shape quickly.

I can get that mattress for you. The set runs $1099 in queen and $1399.00 in king.

Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

You can call me at the number below to order.

Thanks, Pete

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Softening a Simmons Black Edenton with a Latex Topper.

Jan writes:

Hi Pete, Thanks for your great blog.

 

I am sleeping on a "Ritz" bed (Sealy?) plush, and have lower back pain. It seems to not provide enough support.

 

I want to purchase a Beautyrest Black Edenton (with a Macy's credit I have).

 

I am 5'4'', about 140 lbs, late 50s, with lower back pain--probably arthritis. I sleep on my side and back.

 

I read about your "luxury firm" recommendation, but also saw the post that this bed might sleep hot.

 

Am I OK, if I go to the Edenton luxury firm, but add a latex topper from you? I am concerned that the luxury firm will be too hot on its own (you advised person to get a topper).

 

I am really concerned about being a side sleeper, moving from a plush to a luxury firm -- is luxury firm too firm for my hips? Does the latex topper from you solve that issue? If so, which topper do you recommend?

 

Thanks for your advice!

 

Jan 

 

Hi Jan,

The Edenton in luxury firm is an excellent product. The equivalent plush model doesn't keep its shape well, even though it is more comfortable initially.

Memory foam tends to sleep warm, so adding a latex topper will: 1) insulate you from the memory foam. Latex does not sleep hot. 2) provide the surface softness you will need for your arthritis without losing that comfort. My wife and I have an older version of the Edenton with a latex topper that is even older...still like new after 5 years. 3) extend the life of the mattress. Latex is thee most comfortable and thee most resilient upholstery material on the planet. It will absorb your body weight, leave less work for the mattress, which will last twice as long as the manufacturer intended when a latex topper is used with it.

To answer your question, "Will a latex topper solve your problem?", the answer is yes, and in spades. The latex topper to get is the 2" soft Talalay...shown here:

 

http://themattressexpert.com/talalay-dunlop-latextoppers/

 

Thanks, Pete

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Sheraton Sweet Sleeper, Sealy Posturepedic Hotel Mattress.

Angela writes:

I just had two of the best night sleeps of my life at A Sheraton Hotel.  I would like to purchase the mattress,but after reading posts on line, I believe it is manaufactured by one of the popular mattress manufaturers. Do you know who the manufactur is?

Or, can you recommend a mattress reasonably proced mattress that would compare.  I usually wake up every mornign feeling tired, groggy and with back pain.  I did not experience any of that after sleeping on the Sheraton bed.

Thank you in advance for your response!

Angela

 

Hi Angela,

The Sweet Sleeper is made by Sealy.

When shopping for it at retail, ask for the Level E Posturepedic in Plush.

The model name will be different at every store and hotel, so asking for it by its level is the best way to shop for it.

I can order that for for you too. The model name, from us, is Joyce Street Plush. It runs $1099 for the queen set and $1399 for the king set.

Delivery is free anywhere within the Continental US...and, there's no sales tax.

Thanks, Pete

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