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Linda - Coils popping in my Spring Air Mattress

Linda writes:
 
 
I recently found your site, and am very appreciative of the advice you
give concerning mattress selection. I recently purchased a Spring Air
mattress, less than 6 months ago. About a month and a half ago, I heard
a couple of the springs inside "pop", and now there is a noticeable
divet in the mattress toward one side. I know this should not be "normal
wear and tear". I have tried turning the "no flip" mattress, according
to the suggestions made by the company, but am experiencing severe lower
back, shoulder, and hip pain. Needless to say, I am not satisfied. I
have been looking at the Sealy Posturepedic Line of mattresses. I am a
thin person, body weight approx. 130lbs./ 5 ft. 8in. I do suffer from
lower back and hip pain from time to time, that started when my old
mattress became completely worn after almost 15 years(and I purchased
the Spring Air).What suggestions do you have for a Sealy Posturepedic
that would be good for my back and lower hips, not too expensive, and is
designed with "breathable" materials that won't increase my body heat.
Also, I noticed, trying a personal experiment-sleeping on this mattress
with no bedding, it seemed as if the mattress was absorbent of my
natural body oils. Even with bed sheets, the effect is the same, as if
the mattress materials are absorbant, and I wake up physically parched
(skin and body). In addition, do you have any suggestions for possible
recourse concerning the issues with my Spring Air? Thank you.
 
Hi Linda,
Coils going "POP" in the mattress is a sure sign of a defect. You should call your retailer and register the complaint. Most likely, they will send an inspector to check it out. Once thay have authorization to exchange it, you should be able to select whatever you want. Of course, there may be a price difference. But it's certainly better than buying outright.


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Rebecca - We are looking to purchase a new mattress.

Rebecca writes:
 
Hi,
I am completely confused about what's good and not good...and don't trust sales persons
either. I have a bad left hip and tendonitis in my right shoulder. I
need something that's not so firm so I can lay on my side, but not so
soft that it doesn't give me support. Am 47--145 lbs. We prefer Sealy or
Stearns & Foster. What do you recommend? I was told memory foam was
good--euopean tops were good..but aren't sure what to go for. Can you
advise? Becky
 
Hi Becky,
Memory foam is terrible stuff. The longer you're in it, the softer it gets. It's heat sensitive, which means it softens when warmed. You're body heat will soften it quite a bit. So you see, it won't feel at home, like it did to try in the store. When a salesman says,"Euro-top", it's short for Euro-Pillowtop. Many salespeople push the thicker, plusher, pillowtop mattresses. They do that because they are more expensive, they make more money and they are easy to sell. In fact, the seductive nature of the beast sells itself. There comes a point in any of the mattress lines when more means less. Today's mattress filling materials compress more easily. More padding means deeper body impressions.
And memory foam is the worst of all the paddings available today.....contrary to the billions of dollars worth of hype you've been spoon fed over the years.
Having a bad hip and shoulder, you'll be more sensitive to the changes that a mattress goes through as it wears. Lots of my customers with physical problems are finding that a combination of firmer mattress for support and soft latex topper for long lasting comfort, works best. A latex topper will provide plenty of pressure relief to the surface. It absorbs much of your body weight, leaving under it a mattress that has worn more slowly....more gradually. One of the nice things about all this is the cost is less than you'd expect. Far less than you'd pay for most memory foam mattresses. Another option for you is a latex mattress. These beds keep their shape an incredibly long time. Body impressions (from the quilted top), are extremely minimal. These are more expensive, but last a lot longer also relieving all the pressure points. They will give well enough with your hip and shoulder while maintaining proper alignment. The Stearns & Foster Tower View Villa is an excellent choice for latex with good support and comfort.
Here are some links to follow...mattresses that can be used with latex toppers and a link to that latex mattress. Latex has been the best material available since the 1920s and out performs memory foam as if it wasn't even there...like comparing a Cadillac to an AMC Pacer...if you remember that piece of junk. 
http://www.themattressexpert.com/Simmons-Beautyrest-Worldclass-Raleigh--18737/
http://www.themattressexpert.com/Stearns-and-Foster-Heidi-Luxury-Firm/
http://www.themattressexpert.com/Accessories/
http://www.themattressexpert.com/Stearns-Foster-Italian-Garden-Villa-Plush-/


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Heather - A happy Stearns & Foster mattress customer

Heather writes:
 
Hi Peter, I must give the biggest shout out to you and your company. I
e-mailed you several times three years or so ago, and you always replied
with excellent information. We ended up purchasing a bed from you and it
was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Every night is heaven in
my bed.In fact, it has made vacation difficult because nothing beats the
bed you recommended for me and my husband. We ended up with a Stearns
and Foster Plush Lucas Park and can never thank you enough. 
From your advice, through the ordering and delivery process, everything went
smoothly and I couldn't be happier with the buying experience. That said,
now the time has come for our daughter to get a bed. She is just turning
three years old and is very tall. She outgrew her toddler bed already! I
am not sure what type of mattress to go with. I was thinking either
Sealy or Stearns and Foster, but am not sure. Do you have any
recommendations for a mattress that will last as she continues to grow?
Thanks!! Heather 

Thank you Heather, I couldn't be more pleased to hear that.
If staying with S&F, which is a whole lot better than the Posturepedics, I'd suggest the 
less expensive Heidi in luxury Plush. It's more than enough mattress to see her through
the rest of her childhood and well into her college years.
It is more mattress than what is normally purchased of a three year old.
Here's the link to that and we'll be more than happy to again, have the opportunity to see to your mattress needs.
http://www.themattressexpert.com/Stearns-and-Foster-Heidi-Luxury-Plush/



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Dickey - S&F Private Vineyard Villa Firm Latex Mattress

Dickey writes:

 

I am looking at a new Stearns and Foster, all latex, queen bed, called
Private Vineyard Villa Firm. It is priced at $2899 list. Do you have any experience
with this model? Also, I am concerned that many Latex Mattresses I have
looked at in the local stores are sagging after only a few months of
being on the floor. The Natural Response by King Koil is sagging on the
floor. At the stores, I was told they have stopped carrying
Natures Rest because of poor customer satisfaction. Do you have any
thoughts on the durability of Latex and then the S&F mentioned above.
Thanks, Dickey 

Hi Dickey,
Many of the off brand manufacturers look to cut corners where they can. Most are layers of latex on a block of poly foam...latex hybrids sold as latex.
The S&F Private Vineyard is the same as our River View Villa. You'll usually pay more in stores. The price you were quote as "List", is in fact, an inflated price. 
We've sold tons of Sealy's and S&F latex beds over the past 10 years with a warranty clain rate of 1/10 of 1%. That rate is far below any other bed available anywhere. 
Delivery is available from us to all 48 states. 
http://www.themattressexpert.com/Stearns-Foster-Private-Vineyard-Villa-Firm-/
BTW, Nature's Rest has gone out of business.

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Pan - A Stearns & Foster latex mattress for a slender man?

Pan writes:

Hello Pete! :D

Can you please recommend me a mattress?

I'm 23 years old male. I'm 5'11 and  154lbs so I think I'm pretty thin.

Due to being sedentary (I think), I got some arthritis. I have mild shoulder pain (from lifting), elbow pain, wrist pain, knee pain. Knee pain from basketball during high school. Cartilage wearing out. I don't feel the pain for the whole day though. They come and go. I have back pain when the bed is too soft. I sleep on my side, usually with things to cuddle and I always put a pillow between my legs. ( but I still think that sleeping on the side also contributes to my shoulder pain )

I read through you posts and thought you recommend Sealy Latex but I can't find those types that you recommend. Those river or beach ones..

So which one do you recommend me now? Are you going to recommend me buying firm mattress and soft topper? Which ones do you think are good for me and why?

Thank you, Pan

Hi Pan,

You can't go wrong with latex, if you can afford it. It is the best, most comfortable and most durable material available.

The Sealy latex mattresses you mentioned are now marketed under the Stearns & Foster label.

The one I believe you'll enjoy the most is the ultra plush, called Ocean View Villa.

Normally, I wouldn't recommend one this plush, but given you aches and pains and slender build, I believe it is your best choice from among that latex line. Here is the link to that mattress.

http://www.themattressexpert.com/Stearns-Foster-Tuscan-Summer-Villa-Ultra-Plush-/ 

If, however, the price is more than you had in mind, I have another choice for you to consider.

It is a World Class Simmons Beautyrest, the Raleigh in the Plush/Firm Pillowtop. Here again, a pillowtop is not the kind of mattress I would normally recommend, but there are exceptions to every rule and your particular set of circumstances are the exception. Here is a link to that mattress.  

http://www.themattressexpert.com/Simmons-Beautyrest-Worldclass-Raleigh--18761/ 

Lastly, there is the option for a firmer mattress with a soft layer of latex as a topper, which you had mentioned.

Normally, the 2" soft topper is enough, but I feel that you are among the few who would benefit from the 3".

Since the latex topper increases the longevity of the mattress, as well as soften the surface, you can get away with a much less expensive mattress for use under the topper.

Here are two such mattresses that I like a lot, at a lower price point. And also, a link to the toppers.

http://www.themattressexpert.com/Simmons-2011-Beautyrest-Classic-Adamsville-Plush-Firm-Euro-Top-/ 

http://www.themattressexpert.com/Sealy-Posture-Promo-Beckenham-Plush-Level-I/ 

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Amy - Sealy Posturepedic Embody Mattress

Amy writes:
 
Hi Pete,
My husband tried a Sealy embody from a big box store and liked it. What is your equivalent? We are looking for something that does not sleep hot, medium firmness, and doesn't leave me feeling tired in the morning! 
Blog sounds like you are the expert we are looking for!?!            

Hi Amy,
Here is a link to our Embody line. Let me know if you have any questions.
http://www.themattressexpert.com/Sealy-Posturepedic/

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After sifting through all the mass media advertising hype and all the pitches you hear during many sales presentations, 
check with the Better Business Bureau and/or your state's Attorney General's office about any retailer you're considering. 
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James - Sealy Posturepedic Reserve level 9 firm

James writes:

hi, we have a sealy pp crown jewel opal elite firm from about 10 years ago, what is their closest model to this mattress now? thanks, james

Hi James,
That would be the Posturepedic Reserve level 9 firm, (Concierge Club).http://www.themattressexpert.com/Sealy-Posturepedic-Concierge-Club/
There's no time to waste on that. The line is about to undergo a dramatic change. This mattress will be gone before Summer.
The coil system has not changed in the past 10 years. It will soon.
The change you will notice is that they aren't 2 sided anymore....for the last 5 years.
 
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Sealy Silver Pointe Mattress

 Do you have a Sealy Washburn Up Mattress in a King?

Hi,

The Washburn is the Anniversary model with latex...same as our Silver Pointe. http://www.themattressexpert.com/Sealy-Posturepedic-Silver-Pointe/

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RB - Looking for a mattress on a budget

hi I'm on a limited budget, looking to spend around $800 for a queen mattress set. We generally like a firmer mattress - what do you recommend?

 

Hi RB,
The best buy at that price is the Sealy Posturepedic Reserve Concierge Club in cushion firm. http://www.themattressexpert.com/Sealy-Posturepedic-Concierge-Club--18467/

 

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Eric & Emily - Shopping for a Sealy Mattress by Level Number and Series Name

Hi Pete,

Thanks for the quick response.  Norman is his first name, and no, no relation that we know of.  Spelled the same though.  So we are probably best suited to look in the Reserve series.  The one we slept on was at a resort in Aruba and according to the tag it had a mfg date of 2008 so it had some use on it already but it did have about a 2” pillowtop on it.  But you recommend a plush tight top??  The levels (9 and 7) that you are referring to; are those used in all stores?  Is a salesperson going to know what I am talking about if I mention this?  Also, even though each store has their own names, wouldn’t there be some kind of consistent ID on the mattress.  Does sealy manufacturing really customize a tag for each dealer or is there some kind of identifier on the tag that could be compared from store to store?  i.e. model 12345 is known as X at 1 dealer and Y at another dealer, but if you know what you are looking for you could just look for 12345?? 

Also, if we were to buy from you guys, what kind of return / exchange policy is there.  We NEED to get the right bed and we are getting discouraged at this whole process.  We did actually contact the local sealy hospitality rep and gave them the same info and found that the dynasty model has been discontinued and replaced with the monogram.  So based on their advice we purchased a monogram 600 plush from them and that did not work.  The good new is that our son just moved from a toddler bed to a full we are able to use the mattress that we bought but now we don’t know what to do.  We think we may end up testing a couple, but many of the stores only let you exchange once if at all and we really want a Cal King (I am 6’4”) and they typically don’t exchange those at all since they are a “special order”.   Looking for any advice/help/encouragement.  Thanks for the help.

 

Eric & Emily 

 

Hi Eric and Emily,
In what way did the Monogram plush not work for you?
When you buy from a store that offers a comfort exchange, you stand a pretty good chance of having a returned mattress delivered to you. The factories do not take those back.
The industry goes to a great deal of trouble to make shopping as difficult as possible. Knowing the series name and the level number is knowing precisely how that bed is identified by Sealy. Cooperative sales people...those willing to pull back the curtain of mystery that they work so hard to protect, are hard to find. 

 

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