The Mattress Expert

Sealy Posturepedic Mattress sagging after 75 days.

Damon writes:

 

Hi Pete,

A year ago, I bought a Sealy Posturepedic West Salem Firm king firm mattress.

It was great for about 75 days, then began sagging and body contouring causing me hip and leg pain.  

I weigh about 245, sleep on back, my wife is 130 side sleeper.  We kept it for a year and took it back.

 

Next, we bought a Beauty-rest Silver BRS900 Extra Firm.  It's probably a little to firm and not that comfy.  

Although, it's not as bad as the Sealy. I feel it's probably heading down the path of body contouring in places.  

We just got back from the in-laws and their 15 year old guest bed has more edge support and less sagging than on 3 month old bed. We only have a couple weeks to return within our sleep trial so need to get something ASAP

 

I have seen you post some about hybrid innerspring with latex and no memory foam from Wolf. 

Do you think that is a good choice?  

Is Wolf good for this or is there another brand? 

What do you think?

Thanks, Damon

 

Hi Damon,

The Wolf Pocketed Coil/Hybrids are an excellent choice.

The Adara is better for your size, but The Tulah is more comfortable...better suited to a female side sleeper.

Shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/wolf-mattresses/wolf-hybrid-mattress/

 

The problems you’ve been experiencing are due to the memory foam upholstery.

That old guest bedroom mattress and the hotel mattress had no memory foam.

Hotel mattresses, without memory foam, are not available at retail stores....only through the hotels.

And, as you see, they charge an arm and a leg for them.

 

Avoiding mattresses made with memory foam is the key.

Those Wolf mattresses will hold up quite well.

The double tempered steel coils and latex upholstery make them quite substantial.

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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Neither one of us gets a good night's sleep on a Tempur-Pedic mattress.

Vicki writes:

Hi Pete,

....HELP??  

Three years ago, my husband and I purchased the Tempur-Pedic split king adjustable bed. 

We have the cool top medium firm.  

Neither one of us gets a good night's sleep on this bed.

It was too expensive for us to ditch, so we continue to get night after night of poor sleep.  

I tried a 2” foam topper on my side to see if that helped but I still didn’t feel comfortable.  

 

Do you have a topper solution?  

I prefer a softer bed, my husband has terrible back issues and prefers a firm mattress.

I anxiously await your answer.

Thanks, Vicki 

 

 

 

Hi Vicki,

Despite all the hype to the contrary, memory foam is the worst upholstery material ever invented.

Fortunately for you, that mattress is not all memory foam.

The memory foam is only on the top.

Flip your mattress over to the high density poly foam side.

Do that today, and you will both sleep better tonight.

 

Use the topper you bought for your side, which I’m guessing is also memory foam, until your latex topper arrives.

I suggest the Pure Bliss 3” Plush Natural Talalay Latex Topper.

Shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/pure-latexbliss-toppers/

 

This topper provides excellent surface comfort that does not negate the underlying firm support your husband needs for his back.

So, you can get it in a king size, or 2 twin-xl so that the mattress will be the same height on each side, if that’s important to you.

 

Shipping is free and there’s no sales tax.

In the future, your husband’s back requires an innerspring mattress....one with no memory foam upholstery in it.

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

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The Suite Sleep Vita Talalay Latex mattress topper is great!

Marie writes:

 

Hi Pete,

Thank you, so much, for everything. The Suite Sleep Vita Talalay Latex mattress topper is great!  

https://themattressexpert.com/latex-toppers/suite-sleep-toppers/

 

I noticed though that the one we got only comes in soft. 

I know that from the original order. Is that correct?  

It feels wonderful on the bed but I hope over time it gives the support I was looking for.  

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you so much for the great customer service,

Marie

 

Hi Marie,

The job of the latex topper is to provide surface comfort.

Support should come from the mattress under it.

Although, latex is resilient enough to do both jobs.

I’m glad you like it. Sleep well.

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

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I have a Stearns and Foster mattress that I can't sleep on.

Sara writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I've always had a Stearns and Foster mattress...all my life.

Recently, I replaced my 30 year old model for a new one.

For the first time, I have a Stearns and Foster mattress that I can't sleep on. 

I'm now sleeping in the spare room.

We just got back from vacation, where we slept on a S&F Tivoli.

My research tells me this is a discontinued model.

Can you help me with this?

Thanks, Sarah

 

Hi Sarah,

I can, indeed.

First, I can help you understand what happened.

S&F had been owned by Sealy for many years. 

In 2013, when Tempurpedic bought Sealy, they also acquired S&F.

As of January of 2014 the entire S&F line was introduced, all upholstered with memory foam.

THIS is why you can't sleep on your new mattress. 

Despite all the hype to the contrary, memory foam is the worst upholstery material ever invented.

 

We used to be a Sealy/S&F retailer...and had been for many years.

When the news of the sale to Tempurpedic broke, we ditched both lines and went shopping for quality alternatives.

 

Second, I can help you find a mattress that is equal to the Tivoli in terms of Support, Comfort, and Quality.

You'll enjoy The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress just as much as the Tivoli...and for many, many years.

Here is a link to that mattress, showing specifications and prices.

https://themattressexpert.com/liberty-ultra-plush/

 

My wife and I sleep on this mattress. We are, both, over 200 lbs. 

This fall, our mattress will be 6 years old. It is, still, in like new condition.

 

White glove delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 

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Avocado mattress for a very large man?

John writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I've been reading your blog, but have not found anything regarding The Avocado Mattress.

I'm a very large man, 6' 5" and weigh 325 lbs.

I just ordered an Avocado mattress and am wondering what your thought are about that mattress.

Thanks, John

 

Hi John,

The time to research mattresses is before you buy one.

The Avocado Mattress is an excellent mattress for anyone who is average to below average in size.

The reason is the coils they use are made of a thin gauge steel.

The coils are much too weak to hold up under anyone who is above average in size.

Complaints along those lines are already surfacing.

 

Similarly made, but much stronger, is The Natura of Canada Greenspring line of mattresses.

Shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/natura-greenspring-pocketed-coil-mattresses/

 

I've had customers who carry twice your weight, who have been using one of these mattresses for years.

 

White Glove Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 

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A Latex Topper for a Simmons Beautyrest Recharge Luxury Firm mattress.

Courtney writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I am 5’7", 140 pounds, and my husband is 6’, 170 pounds. We believe it’s 6-8 years old.

Currently, we have a Simmons Beautyrest Recharge Luxury Firm mattress.

It has indentations on both sides of the mattress where we each sleep, and is higher in the middle.

Both my husband and I suffer from muscle-induced back pain, as well as hip pain from side sleeping.

Would you recommend replacing the mattress or purchasing the Suite Sleep Organic Latex topper?

https://themattressexpert.com/latex-toppers/suite-sleep-toppers/

Thanks for your help, Courtney

 

 

Hi Courtney,

It would be a waste of money to put a latex topper on a mattress that is already visibly worn.

The time to add a latex topper to a Simmons Beautyrest mattress, is when it's new.

The latex topper will prevent the premature wear that is common with a Simmons Beautyrest mattress.

 

For similar money, you can have a new mattress with latex in it.

The Wolf Tulah Plush Eurotop mattress is very well made.

It uses the same kind of coil system that’s in your Beautyrest.

The coils in the Tulah are stronger than those used in the Beautyrest.

It provides excellent support and pressure relieving surface comfort and far better longevity than you can get from any Simmons Beautyrest made today.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/wolf-mattresses/wolf-hybrid-mattress/

 

Shipping is free and there’s no sales tax.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

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I’m looking for an eco-friendly mattress.

Pete writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I’m looking for an eco-friendly mattress.   

I have a Simmons Beautyrest World Class Baymont that has served me well.   

There are so many options and I’m pretty sure I’d like to go with something like the Avocado brand.   

I had a topper on this mattress, but it’s now killing my back. It’s well over 20 years. It’s time.

I’m overwhelmed by all the choices.  I’m sensitive to smells and chemicals. I’ve been racking my brain. 

I’d like your thoughts. Let me know.   

Thanks, Darlene

 

Hi Darlene,

Being an upholstered product, which mattress would depend on the pressure being placed upon it.

What are the sizes, heights and weights of the people using the mattress?

Thanks, Pete

 

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Hi Pete

Just one person using the mattress...5’6’’, 158 lbs. 

My 96 lb. dog sleeps on it during the day.   

I don’t let him sleep with me on it at night.

Thanks, Darlene  

 

Hi Darlene,

What makes a Beautyrest so good, is the individually pocketed coils, which contour to the shape of the body and maintain the natural alignment of the spine.

Unfortunately, Simmons has been sold to an investment group and the quality is dramatically reduced from the last time you bought one.

Nothing Simmons makes today is worth buying, due to the memory foam upholstery.

 

I like the Avocado mattress, but the coils aren't very strong and doesn't appear to wear well under average to heavier weight people. 

 

The mattress I’m recommending for you is ideal for your size.

It uses the same type of coil system as in the Beautyrest.

The coils are stronger than those used by Simmons or Avocado, made of double tempered steel.

The upholstery is latex and poly foams, containing no memory foam.

You’ll find the Wolf Tulah Plush Eurotop Mattress to be supportive, comfortable and long lasting.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/wolf-mattresses/wolf-hybrid-mattress/

Shipping is free and there’s no sales tax.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 

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Replacement for Sealy Posturepedic Crown Jewel mattress.

Melissa writes:

 

Hi Pete,

After a lot of searching the internet, I landed on your informative blog and website.

 

Please advise a replacement for Sealy Posturepedic Crown Jewel mattress.

Our 2 guest bedrooms had these mattresses and almost every guest asked me for the brand info!

While purchased in 2001, that are still in new shape despite monthly guests for several nights or a week.

 

We need to replace both sets, due to smoke damage from a fire.

Please advise a good specification for quality mattress that is reasonably priced for occasional use.

 

Shipping to Los Angeles.

Thanks and regards, Melissa

 

Hi Melissa,

They were exceptionally well-made mattresses.

There is nothing on the market that is exactly like them, today....especially not from Sealy.

Sealy was sold to Tempur-Pedic in 2013. Now, all Sealy mattresses are upholstered with memory foam.

Your mattresses had no memory foam in them, which is why they performed so well, for so long.

 

We carry a mattress that is very similar.

Yours, purchased in 2001, are two sided, flippable mattresses. Sealy went one sided in 2003.

The Wolf Brolynn is an old-fashioned two-sided mattress that is available in 3 choices of comfort.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/two-sided-mattresses/

Like your old Sealy mattresses, these Wolf Brolynn mattresses have NO Memory Foam in them.

Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 

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All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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What Mattress is in the Aloft Hotel?

Chris writes:

 

Hello Pete,

I wonder if you can tell me what mattress the hotel “Aloft” in Sarasota, FL uses, and whether you sell them?

Thanks, Chris

 

Hi Chris,

What mattress a hotel features often changes over the years, as they replace mattresses when needed.

Which mattress that may be in any particular room, may be their current model or an older model.

The only way to know which mattress you slept on in the room you occupied, is to call the hotel.

When you call, ask for housekeeping, and ask them to check the mattress in the room you were in.

Hotel grade mattresses are not available at retail stores.

Hotel mattresses are made differently from those made for retail.

You can buy that grade of mattress from some hotels, or from the manufacturer directly. 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

Serving The US & Canada...NO SALES TAX.

Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress.

Debra writes:

Hi Pete,

I've been reading your blog posts, that I found on Facebook.

I'm convinced that the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress is what I want.

I'm a big woman and my husband is, as well. A big man, that is.

I just want to hear from you that this mattress is high enough quality to last us a while.

And I want to make sure that it has NO MEMORY FOAM in it.

Thanks Debra

 

Hi Debra,

The Natura of Canada Greenspring are the highest quality innerspring mattresses I could find, while shopping at the industry trade shows.

My wife and I, each over 200 lbs., have the Ultra Plush model at home.

After almost 5 years, it's still in like new condition...if that answers your question.

There is NO Memory Foam in any of their Greenspring mattresses.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

https://themattressexpert.com/liberty-ultra-plush/

 

White Glove Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pet

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.

We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

Serving The US & Canada...NO SALES TAX.