The Mattress Expert

Shirl - Sealy SpringFree Beachside latex or 11" True Form mattress

I own a sealy latex beachside mattress. It was manufactured on 09/2008 and we bought the 2 piece queen set right before Christmas in 2008. It slept wonderful for the first 1 1/2 years. Now if I don't sleep on the very edge of my side I roll to the middle. Waking up 6 to 8 times a night to dig yourself out of the sag is getting very old. The mattress we replaced was a cheap mattress and we slid a piece of plywood under it to try and get rid of the problem. I thought when we bought this sealy it would not only be better but last longer than 1 1/2 years before having problems. The salesman told us we would not need to turn or flip this mattress because it was made from latex and it would not sag in the middle like the cheap mattresses and we would definately not have to use plywood under it. Well I have turned it, it does sag when we are on it and I am going to try a piece of plywood next just to try and get some kind of relief. Any suggestions on what I can do now?

  
Hi Shirl,
I have the same bed with no problems.
Rolling toward the center would make me look under the bed at the bed frame.
The frame has to have a rigid center support that has a leg to the floor.
Check there first. Let me know what you have.
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Heather - We have the worst luck with mattresses

Ok, I am not sure how to start my own thread so here is my question to you Pete. My husband and I have had the worst luck with mattresses. First we had a restonic ultra plush and it started indenting really bad, so after some complaining we received a new mattress I believe it was just a plush and that one did the same thing, my husband would be up 5-10 times a night. So I was so fed up I contacted the company and they sent us a third mattress and just like the others it was terrible. So I decided to move it to the spare room and spend some money after hours and hours of research I was convienced that the Sealy Springfree Latex was for us, I ordered the Meadowcrest. It is so uncomfortable, now I wake up with terrible back and shoulder pain. Can I not find a quality mattress even after spending close to $2000. I saw on one of your other threads that maybe someone should put plywood over their boxspring, we have split box spring could this possibly be our proble m? We have to order a replacement mattress and I want something soft. I am leaning towards the Sealy Posturepedic Signature Luxury Plush Series. Please help, this is my last choice and I can;t afford another mattress.

Hi Heather,
There seems to be a pattern here. What you want and what you can tolerate seem to be two different things. The Meadowcrest is an ultra plush. Your 1st was an ultra plush. Maybe you should consider a firmer mattress.

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Elizabeth - Sealy SpringFree Beachside or Gracewood Vale mattress

Elizabeth writes:
Hi, My husband and I are looking at the Sealy Spring Free Beachside and one called Gracewood Vale which is a bit firmer. No one seems to list the Gracewood Vale so it is hard to make comparisons. Is there a model that is in between in firmness? I have also seen a Comfort Series Tranquil Sea model but am questioning its quality and structure compared to the Spring Free models. Finally, is the low profile box spring as good as the higher model? What are the differences? Your comments would be most helpful. Thank you. Liz

Hi Liz,
Our Crystal Vale is the same as the Gracewood Vale. There's nothing beween the Beachside and that, in feel.
The Tranquil Seal is NOT a latex mattress. It has only a small amount of latex. It's almost all poly foam.
Both height boxsprings are equal in quality. It's a matter of conveience of height.
You can check our website for pricing. Delivery for those is free and there's no sales tax.

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Replacing a 20 year old mattress

Nancy of Northville, writes:
Hi, My current mattress is about 20 years old. It's firm, and was probably fine when I bought it. Now I toss and turn, wake up a lot, and have pain in my upper arm when I wake up. I've also had hip pain. I'm 5'4", 150lbs, and a side sleeper. I've been wanting a new mattress for years, but am terrified of buying the wrong thing. Though almost anything would be better than what I have.
I'm trying to decide whether to go with a mattress like the Sealy Signature Quaker Lane Ultra Plush, or spend the money for a latex one like the Sealy Spring Free Rivercrest Ultra Plush. But I'm wondering if I'm going to the other extreme and either of these would be too soft and I'd get lower back pain (which I've had before, not caused by a mattress). Maybe I should go with the Beachside, because it's a bit less soft? Could you say a few words on the pros/cons of these 3 mattresses? Thanks.

Hi Nancy,
Your inner voice has spoken. Use the common sense you are displaying and avoid going to the other extreme. If the ultra plush is too soft...which is likely to be the case, you're then just stuck. If the Beachside isn't as soft as you want it, you can always add a topper and make it feel anyway your heart...hips...shoulder...upper arm, desires.

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Sealy Springfree Brasswood firm mattress

Mark of Ridgefield Park, NJ, writes:
Hello Peter. After doing some research on the internet and reading your fantastic blog, I decided to splurge on a new mattress for myself. I am a 5'11" male who weighs about 500lbs. I am not excessivly large in frame but heavy in weight. The mattress that I ended up choosing was a twin size Sealy Posturepedic SpringFree Latex Brasswood Firm. Love the mattress. My problem has to do with the boxspring. I ordered a matching low profile boxspring because I have a leg and back issue that would not be helped by a standard height boxspring. That being said, I have had the bed 2 months now and the boxspring has basically collapsed around the outside. I assume that this occured because of my weight combined with the weight of the mattress and the fact it is a twin (I know, I should own a bigger bed but space was an issue) as well as the rolling off the bed because of my back issue. Does anyone make a "heavy duty" boxspring? I really would appreciate your help. Thank you

Hi Mark,
That is a heavy duty boxspring...considered so under normal use. Given your weight and use, I'd suggest having someone make you a platform with 2"x4"s and 3/4" plywood. That would give you a height of 4 1/4". Add to that a layer of 1/2" foam and then covered in a fabric for asthetic purposes.

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New to the mattress world

Gina of Los Angeles, writes:
Hello! I'm new to the mattress world and am wondering what you'd recommend... my husband and I are both back/side sleepers (though I'm pregnant, and will be on my side soon), and I'm 5'9 and he's over 6 feet. Currently the mattress we have is ancient, and I think pretty soft. If I've slept on my back, I wake up with my lower back hurting, and am wondering if I need to find one specifically for lumbar support. What do you think would be best? And would you recommend a latex mattress perhaps with a pillowtop, or a firm mattress with a latex top? We are looking up to the $2,000 range, and would love any suggestions.  Thank you!!

Hi Gina,
Pillowtops are not a good value, as they tend to lose their shape quickly.
A latex topper on a less soft mattress makes for a very comfortable sleeping surface. The topper also adds longevity to the mattress.
A latex mattress will provide contouring support. You'll find this to be an absolute must, as your pregnancy progresses. With the Sealy Springfree Beachside, a pregnant side sleeper will almost certainly need to add the topper. With the softer, Sealy Springfree River Crest, the topper may not be necessary.

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What mattress do YOU have?

Tim of San Diego, writes:
My wife and I would love to hear what mattress you have and why have. Well?

Hi Tim,
You only need to read some, to know that I, my mom and my daughter, all sleep on the same model mattress. That would be the Sealy SpringFree Beachside latex mattress. The contouring support is extremely comfortable and provides a great night's sleep. Latex has been the most durable material available for the last 80 some years. The Beachside model, in particular has a medium feel that is neither too soft nor too firm. It is the starting latex model in that line, which also makes it an extraordinary value.

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What is the best time of year to buy a mattress?

Matthew of Succasunna, writes:
What is the best time of year to buy a mattress?
And for side sleepers are the Beachside and RiverCrest Ultra Plush good choices and why would one be better than the other?

Hi Matthew,
The Beachside and River Crest are excellent choices....and one isn't better than the other. The River Crest is softer than the Beachside, but both are comfortable.
Mattress sales, for the most part, are bogus. Prices are inflated and slashed to create the illusion of a sale. This practice is common among the large chain and department stores. There are many smaller , independent retailers that offer a legitimate discount, with the best price you'll find....everyday of the year.
The best time of year to buy a mattress is the day you stop being snookered by media ads....and start doing some real shopping.

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New Mattress for my husband

Teresa of Pine Bluff, writes:
Hello,
My husband has had two back surgeries in the past for herniated discs. He constantly deals with large bone spurs on his spine and now has arthritis in his back. We both are overweight and when he gets out of bed his back is very stiff and is hurting, all the time. We have a very old mattress, we've been married for 12 years so I'm guess the mattress is 14 years old! I've never bought a new mattress and I want to make sure I get a good one for him. He's a side/tummy sleeper and we live in a small town so I think my only option is a Sealy...any suggestions??!! HELP! Thanks so much!

Hi Teresa,
The Sealy SpringFree Beachside is the first one I'd show you. The contouring support relieves pressure points. The Beachside, in particular, has a medium feel that is comfortable in both his sleeping positions and durable enough to support his weight.
 
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Sealy Springfree Bristow mattress

Barbara of Redmond, WA, writes:
My husband and I purchased a Stearns & Foster ultra-plush pillowtop 5 months ago, and we are trying to return it because of how it is now hammocking where we sleep (6"+ deep hollows!) Unfortunately, the store where we bought it won't return our money, because it's been longer than their 30-day return policy. The bed was OK until now, and I am experiencing much pain in neck, shoulders and back every time I lay down on it, and when I wake in the morning I can hardly move. Prior to this horrible mattress, we had a really comfortable Englander 100% natural latex mattress for about 10 years. Unfortunately, my husband didn't like it anymore because of indentations, and it seemed to be hot.
Well, to shorten this story, we want to return to a latex bed but the store will only allow an exchange and they only offer the Sealy Posturepedic Spring-Free latex mattresses: the Isabella LE; Bristow LE; and Arden Woods pillow top. So we guess we should try the Bristow. They don't have any in the store to try out, and the Sealy Rep. has told us that there aren't any stores in the area with any to try. So we would be buying it sight unseen. Do you recommend the Bristow? We are looking for support, so my spine will be straight (I have scoliosis, frequent pinched nerves in neck, headaches, and osteoporosis), but yet have a bit of plushness so that my hips won't hurt (I'm a side sleeper). I was VERY comfortable on the Englander latex mattress and wish we had it back! Thank you for any advice you have.

Hi Barbara,
That ultra plush is a favorite among women side sleepers with hip issues. I had one, myself, for several years...until changing from queen to king. It's an excellent product.
Your headaches are likely coming from your neck pain. It's important to keep your head level when you sleep...aligned with your spine, like when you're standing. Doing so will minimize your neck pain and the resulting headaches. A new mattress will often change your body's angle...and means getting a new pillow to compensate for that.

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