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Latex Mattress

Larry of Sallisaw, writes:
After searching the internet about mattress types and reviews, my wife and I are going crazy with information overload! We found a lot of good info on your site so here is what we know and our circumstances:
Over a 2 year period of time, my wife has had major weight loss (went from 340lbs to 155lbs). She also just had a baby 6 months ago. Since her weightloss, she has been experiencing lower back pain while sleeping. Her doc did an MRI to check out her back and everything checked out normal. She also has arthritis in her hips and can't sleep on her side very long without her hips starting to hurt! She is mostly a tummy sleeper as am I. I weigh in at 230lbs.
From our research, it seems our best choice is latex. We like a soft feel but a firm foundation. We are leaning towards a Simmons Natural Care Latex, Branch River. We have a local store that carries it so we got to lay on it and try it out. However, I hear a lot of good reviews about the Sealy Posturepedic Spring Free models but don't have a local dealer to try them out. Can you recommend a certain type of bed for us?

Hi Larry,
We have both brands of latex mattresses available here.
The difference between them is mostly in the core of the bed. Most of the Sealy SpringFree models have a latex core. The Simmons has a 6" poly foam core.
Given your weights, I'd go with the starting model in the SpringFree line, the Beachside. It has a medium feel and keeps its shape better than the softer models. You may find it necessary to add a soft latex topper to that, which will give you lady the added comfort she needs at the hip. I have that same combination at home. We are both heavy and it sleeps great in any position.
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Latex Mattress for Plus Size couple

Sarah of Martin, MI, writes:
Hi Peter! First, this blog is wonderful! Second, I have some questions. My husband and I are in the market for a new mattress. We are currently attempting to get good sleep on an 8 year old Sealy inner spring clearance center special, pillow top monstrosity. Queen Size.  I am 5'9" and 230. My husband is 6'2" and 350, so not small people by any stretch of the imagination. From reading your blog, we have decided that latex will be best for us due to durability. I have severe allergies to dust mites, etc. so we want to avoid an innerspring mattress.  We are considering a Simmons Natural Care Elite Gannett Peak Firm, King size. Looking at the specs it says - Quilt - Top of Mattress * Evenloft Fire Resistant SockFire-Safety Certified* 3/4" 28 ILD Talalay Latex Comfort - Padding Layers * 2" 28 ILD Talalay Latex* 6" 36 ILD Talalay Latex Core* 2" Soy Enhanced Foam Border Layers: * Border Fill: 1.0 oz. of TB100 Fire Retardant fiber* Border Backing: .75 oz Celestra   Correct Back Support System * Edge Support: 6"H x 3"W Soy Foam 45 ILD I am a stomach/side sleeper (98% stomach), my husband is a side/stomach sleeper (mostly side). Does this sound like it would offer good support for us? I get lower back pain currently, but our mattress is sagging. My husband can sleep anywhere (couch, floor, car, grass, recliner). Thank you for your help!

Hi Sarah.
Tell your husband that I'm happy for him and he is now the envy of millions.
That is not a latex mattress. It has latex in it, bit also has a poly foam core. The only model I'd recommend for your sizes, is the Sealy SpringFree Weybridge. It is very firm and you aren't likely to be all that comfortable on it...but it will hold you. Add to that a soft topper for comfort, and you're good to go.

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Natural Care Latex Mattress

megan b of california, writes:
Hi, We looked at the natural care latex mattress (firm). We really would like a latex mattress and this was the one we found the most comfortable. What are the pros and cons of this mattress vs other latex mattresses on the market?

Hi Megan. There are many mattresses that are being sold as "latex", but have little latex in them. The Natural Care is mostly polyurethane. You have to check the specs on whatever mattress you're buying, but none more so, than the latex mattresses. The Sealy SpringFree Weybridge is the (firm) model in Sealy's latex line. I think you'll find it to have the best specs, and subsequently, be the best value for a firm latex mattress.

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Total Rest or Jamison latex mattress

Jean of Little Rock, writes:
Thank you for your prompt response regarding the Vera Wang Beyond Glamour and the Simmons Natural Care. I had tried to find a Sealy in Little Rock but so far unable to do so. Dillards no longer carries them. Because of your blog, I saw Bassett is the same and am now looking at the Bassett Total Rest line. One thing I like is that there are handles on those which are helpful. Your information is the most helpful I've found. If your store was local I'd be coming to see you. A friend told me to check Jamison latex. What can you tell me about the Total Rest or Jamison latex?

Hi Jean. Latex is the best buy no matter who makes it. The Total Rest should be the same as the Sealy Springfree line. It appears to be online. I knew their line to be called Carrington Chase before. With the Jamison, you'll want to check the specs.

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King Koil Latex mattress

Jack of houston, writes:
Hi dear Blog Owner,Thanks for all the great info on mattress. I am being offer for a Brand called King Koil fully latex king size bed with a decent price ( under 1K). I had read some good review on various web site. People claiming that this brand offers good quality like big brand does and being sold for good price. I am wondering since you are in this industry for long. have you heard anything about this brand? and should I go for this real Latex mattress that offer 20 year warranty just like Sealy`s does. Thanks again for your advice!

Hi Jack. Since latex is the best, it doesn't matter as much who makes it as what is in it. There are some "latex" mattresses out there that have very little latex in them. You want to check the specs on the bed first. If it doesn't have a latex core or it contains memory foam, I'd consider looking at a different line. I haven't heard many reveiws on their latex line. 

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Narrowed down to 2 latex mattresses

Jean of Little Rock, writes:
Despite much "investigation" on the web I can't find consistent information on specifications of the mattresses I'm considering. The sales people don't seem to have many details either. I've narrowed my choices to two I've found available in Little Rock area: The Simmons Natural Care Willowbrook or the Serta Vera Wang Beyond Glamour. It's a daunting process because reviews are scant and I know most people who review are probably the unhappy ones. Can you Please share your expert opinion of these two mattresses?

Hi Jean. Latex is the bomb...the real deal...the best value, compared to any other type of material. It doesn't much matter what brand. It does matter what else is in the mattress.
You should check the specs, no matter what you buy...but this is especially true when shopping for a latex mattress. Those salespeople you've run across, who don't seem to know anything, could very well be playing dumb. They sell the Vera Wang Beyond Glamour as a "latex " mattress, but don't want to tell you that it real isn't that. It has a 6" poly foam core. There is maybe, 3" of latex in the entire mattress.  If you're hiding that info, it's better to play stupid. And besides, why would you want to pay extra for a celebrity endorsement?
The Simmons Natural Care Willowbrook is said to have an 8" latex core, but doesn't say what else is in it.
The Sealy SpringFree Beachside at 11.5" over-all, uses an 8.9" latex core...with only 2 1/2" of poly foam in the quilted cover.

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Latex mattresses and electric blankets

Lynn of San Fran, writes:
Hi, I have been reading your blog for weeks....thanks for all you do. I am going to purchase a new mattress soon, probably latex. I have Fibromyalgia, am 5'6" and 220lbs. I am having trouble finding the Springfree line in my area and don't feel comfortable buying a mattress that I have not tried out in a store. I was wondering what you think of the Ikea Sultan Erfjord. Also, because of my Fibro I dress my bed with an electric blanket under the mattress pad. I read somewhere that the heat from it will break down memory foam, will it also break down the latex? The pressure point relief I get from the foam or latex is a must, but in my case the heat is a big part of the pain relief equation too. Thanks in advance for your time and expert guidance.

Hi Lynn. Memory foam is temperature sensitive. Latex is not...so there's no problem with the electric blacket. They also make heated mattress pads.
I haven't been inside an Ikea in about a decade...so I can't tell you about that particular model and have received no feedback about it either.
All I can tell you is that you should ask to see the specs. There are too many "latex" mattresses on the market that aren't really latex, or have a lot of other things...including memory foam in with it.

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S&F Dover Court v. Sealy Rivercrest mattress

Jen T of Washington, DC, writes:
We are looking for an all latex mattress. I have multiple issues sleeping including neck, shoulder and back pain as well as Periodic Limb Movement Disorder. Reading your blog made us aware of our need to switch to a latex mattress. Thank you for all the information you have provided thus far.
We are trying to decide between the S&F Dover Court, an ultra plush euro pillowtop...and the Sealy Rivercrest. What do you think? I have heard mixed reviews of the previous S&F latex mattresses and this one seems to be a new model. I can't find one in my area to test out. Thank you! - Jen

Hi Jen. New model or not, it's a pillowtop...an ultra plush one to boot. I don't even need to know what's in it, to know that the River Crest tight top will keep its shape better over the years. Pillowtops just don't hold up all that well.
 
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Jamison Latex mattress

robert of gray, writes:
just bought a jamison latex flip king size (comfort) mattress and box springs.  Cost $2995 minus 250 instore discount for a total of a little over 3000 dollars with tax.
DID I GET RIPPED?  Could not find pricing anywhere on any sites.  HELP!!!  Thanks

Hi Robert. The harder a mattress is to shop, the more it costs. That's what makes the Sealy latex such a great value....only $2149 for a king set.

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Jamison Marbella Latex Mattress

Janet of Conway, AR, writes:
We have a latex mattress made by Jamison, caled the Marbella.  We purchased it December of 2007 and my husband said he has never slept well on it.  He feels pressure points on his back and he likes to sleep on his side but wakes up during the night around 2:00 AM and can't return to sleep until 6:00 AM or so and tosses and turns a lot.  We have a king bed with 2 extra long mattresses for comfort, mainly for me because he wakes me up when we have tried to sleep on a king or queen mattress.  We want to know about the quality of mattress a Jamison is and how they compare with the Tempur-pedic that are advertising so much for great sleep but reading your blog we noticed that people found this product to be hot and difficult for some people to get used to. 
We have just the latex mattress on the box springs that we kept, assuming that would make no difference in the sleep pattern so we saved money by not buying the box springs.We just found your blog tonight and we are getting a lot of information from it.
Thank you. Janet

Hi Janet. Your old boxspring may have made a difference in the comfort of those mattresses. And that difference would have been felt more by a heavier man than a lighter woman. The only Jamison latex beds I've experienced was several years ago at the Marriott Hotels. They were on the thin and firm side, but still rather comfortable. Have your husband try that mattress on the floor for a week. That will tell you if you only need a new box spring. It could also be only that he needs a softer topper. But first things first, and one experiment at a time....before rushing off to buy a new mattress that may end up not being necessary.

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