The Mattress Expert

Sealy Springfree Scarlet Oak mattress

Victoria of Clermont, writes:
I purchased a Springfree Sealy Mattress called Scarlet Oak But cannot find anything on the web about this particular mattress. It did not come with a Law tag? Have I been scammed...it was very dirty on the sides and one end.

Hi Victoria,
When a mattress is returned to the factory for credit, due to some sort of defect, those mattresses are loaded on a truck and sold to clearance centers as "salvage" bedding. Before sending them, the law tag is removed.
The scam comes at the clearance center level. They are required by law to sell them in as-is condition and are prohibited from selling them as new. However, that doesn't stop them from doing it.
Scarlet Oak is not a model name I've heard before. There are some non-latex foam mattresses that have recently been added to the Sealy SpringFree line. That could very well be one of them.
Your first call should be to the store that sold it to you. Further action is available, but may not be required.

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Durable Mattress

Heather of Boston , writes:
We are on our third mattress in 5 years. First we had a Nature's Rest that was too soft. We were allowed to trade that in for a firm version. It wasn't very firm and we ended up with deep enough indentations that the warranty was honored. This time we went with a stearns and foster. Unfortunately, it is a pillow top and we were sleeping in two vallies. My husband took the pillow top off in hopes of salvaging it but this bed is not in good shape. It wouldn't have been returnable even though the vallies would surely have been deep enough because we have little kids who have helped void the warranty :). So what is the right bed? We do not want to be playing this game again next year :/. My husband is 6'9 (not a typo!) and about 240 and sleeps equally on his side and back. He prefers a firm bed. I am 5'7 and 130 and prefer to sleep on my stomach but do have to sleep on my side often. I like firm beds that are still cushioned. Do we have a hope at happiness here? Any advice is welcome :). Thanks in advance!

Hi Heather,
Mattresses are available in a California King size. It's 4" longer than a standard queen or king. (Thought your husband might enjoy the extra length).
Pillowtops, off brands and memory foam make up the bulk of the complaints I've heard year after year. They are continually purchased because sales people continually push them. A good quality, medium feeling mattress works best for most.
The very best of them is the one we all have at home. The Sealy SpringFree Beachside. It's the starting model in that line and there's no need to spend more.

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Latex mattress

Leanne of Huntingtown, writes:
My husband and I are trying to find a replacement for our Firm Latex bed (Reflexion Venice Beach?). We cannot seem to find one firm enough in the stores. I heard about the Spring Free 'Brasswood Firm'/Weybridge. Do they compare?Do you have any other recommendations? It must be total latex because it has to go up stairs where the clearance necessitates considerable bending.Also, We looked at the Maribel Ultra Firm Stearns and Foster which I know is not totally latex. The salesman tried to tell us it bends up to 80 degrees. Is that correct? We called Stearns and the lady (who didn't seem to know her stock) said it would only bend 20 degrees. We're so confused.Thanks for any help. Leanne

Hi Leanne. The Venice Beach was not a firm mattress, it was an ultra plush. The Weybridge/Brasswood is the firm model in the current line. You should have no trouble bending that mattress to get it up the stairs. It is a heavy mattress, so make sure you have strong people moving it. A coiled mattress cannot be bent much at all and can be damaged if you try to bend it too much.

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Any eco-mattress recommendations?

Jen of Asheville, writes:
My husband and I would like an eco-friendly king-sized mattress for our platform bed and are looking for advice. We have read about eco-mattress choices, from name brands to off-brands, from latex to organic wool and beyond. We want to get a good fit and a good value, especially since we might take a leap of faith and order online without trying it out (hard to find them in our local stores). He is 6' tall, weighs 165; I am 5'8" and weigh 145. He has been complaining of back pain over the last few years, but no wonder - we have an ancient mattress from Ikea that we have flipped and re-flipped. Any recommendations for an eco-mattress for a platform bed? Are there even any good values in eco-mattress choices? Thank you for your help!

Hi Jen,
I hate to disillusion you, but the the whole "eco-friendly" thing is little more than a marketing ploy.
The problem in chasing after these marketing ploys "eco" being only one, that you as a consumer, tends to lose site of the need for support and comfort. A salesman is trained to tell you what you want to hear...true or not, to make the sale.
There are a lot of good mattresses to be had....latex being the best of them.
The best value on the market is the Sealy SpringFree Beachside. You'll be surprised at just how comfortable it is and what a good, deep night's sleep you'll get.

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I'm starting my search for a new mattress

Leigh Anne C of Noblesville, writes:
Hello, I'm starting my search for a new mattress. We need a somewhat firm mattress that provides great support (achy backs and necks right now with our current old mattress). It needs to be very durable as well. I'm struggling with innerspring mattress vs. latex. Is there an innerspring that will fit my needs?
 
Hi Leigh. The most durable mattress you can buy is the Sealy SpringFree Weybridge latex, which also happens to be firm. I'd suggest a soft or medium latex topper to go with that, which will add both comfort and longevity to the mattress.

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Sealy Birch Bridge mattress

Barbara of Tampa, writes:
Hi! We are going through the arduous task of finding a mattress to accommodate my moderate to severe back pain. We are having our Stearns & Foster evaluated because a dip has developed on both sides. It is painful for me to turn at night and my back is stiff and painful in the morning. Today we tried the Sealy Birch Bridge and it felt comfortable. How does it compare to the Weybridge that I have seen mentioned on your blog?? Can you please recommend a few contenders for us to try? Thank you so much for your invaluable service!

Hi Barbara,
You have to be careful with some of the Sealy SpringFree models. Not all of them have a latex core. Some of them, like the Birch Bridge, are sold as latex mattresses, but have very little latex in them. You're much better off with the Beachside. It has a nice medium feel...not too firm or too soft...and, it's a latex mattress with an 8.9" latex core.

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Springfree Weybridge mattress

Frances of Murrieta, writes:
Is the Sealy Springfree Webridge firm latex mattress able to be used as an adjustable up and down like a hospital bed?

Hi Frances. Absolutely.
I don't get many "yes or no" questions. Thanks for that.

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Sealy Rivercrest mattress

Estelle of Kew Gardens:
Just today I purchased a Sealy Spring Free Latex (Rivercrest) mattress. My first choice was the S&F Oasis pillowtop mattress - it felt heavenly. There was a difference of $1000 in price between the Rivercrest and Oasis mattress. But surpriseingly the owner of the store (Bed Quarters) would not sell me the more expensive model Oasis. He said that the Rivercrest was a better choice. Why would a salesman have a particular mattress in his showroom and refuse to sell it. If the mattress is inferior - why would he even carry it in his showroom. Can you please tell me what is the main difference between the two models. I have pain in my lower back and hips and was looking for a mattress that would better address my needs. I know that you are not too fond of pillow toppers. But what are the real differences and if I want a softer feel - where do I purchase toppers for this mattress. Thank you so very much for patience and expertise.

Hi Estelle. Naturally, I can only guess at his motives. I have no way of knowing what he was thinking. Altruism is unlikely, given the nature of this business, but isn't out of the question. If he determined what your needs were from the information you gave him, he may have felt that the River Crest best suited your needs. Understand that your needs and desires may not coincide. If that was the motive, you've found yourself a rare one.
Pillowtops are a problem. They tend to lose their shape quickly. Perhaps he steered you away from it to save himself the headache of what was sure to be a complaint down the
road. Maybe, also, they were over stocked with River Crest. Under such circumstances, an owner may offer extra commission to move the over stocked items.
Whatever the reason, the River Crest is the better bed. If you feel you need extra softness, once you've tried it for a few days or so, you can get a topper to soften it. A soft latex topper would be the most durable. A synthetic down topper would be the softest. You'll have to determine just how much softer you think you'd like it to be.
The nice thing about a separate topper is that it's easily replaced when worn...and considerably less expensive than buying a new mattress.

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Need a king size mattress

Cindi of Las Vegas, writes:
We are looking for a King size bed. We have gone through so many. My husband weighs about 270 and sleeps on his back most of the time. He has had back problems in the past. I weigh about 290 and am more of a side sleeper and sometimes my back. I also have fibromyalgia. We have owned simmons mostly and some no name brand mattress. We are buying one this weekend if you can help me to know what direction to go I would appreciate it. Thanks
 
Hi Cindi. You've gone through so many, because there isn't a right bed out there for your set of circustances. Your fibro requires a softer surface feel, while your husband's back and your combined weights dictate a very firm mattress. In this case, the combo of a firm mattress and a a soft topper is a must. Latex is the most durable material available. As a back sleep with back problems at 270 lbs, the Sealy SpringFree Weybridge is the mattress to get. Add to that, a 3" soft latex topper and you'll have yourself a very comfortable bed with all the support you'll need.

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Sealy Springfree Mattresses

Bev of colorado springs, writes:
I have searched the Colo Springs and Denver for floor models of the Sealy Spring Free Mattress and can find no one that seems to carry the line. American Furniture Warehouse carries the Traquil Sea, but read a previous recommendation on the Beachside or Rivercrest. Do you know if there is anywhere in Colorado that carries the mattresses so you can actually try them? Thanks for your help...very frustrated.
thank you for all the great information you share!

As you know, Bev, we'd be happy to send you one. Delivery is free and there's no sales tax. The best way to hunt that down is throught the manufacturer's website. Those mattresses are made under the Sealy and the S&F labels. The Tranquil Sea is not a latex mattress. It's almost all poly foam. You want to ask for the ones with a latex core in a plush tight top (Beachside), or ultra plush tigh top (River Crest). Those particular model names may not be available there. Model names are different at almost every store.
www.sealy.com and www.stearnsandfoster.com are the places to start.

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Much of what we offer is delivered FREE, nationally.
We also offer a selection of high quality accessories: Latex toppers, pillows, mattress pads, sheets and comforters.