Rick writes:
Hi Pete,
Question: Im a 78 old male 160 lbs.
I have osteoarthritis and a replaced knee and a rebuilt ankle.
I sleep on my side and now sleep on a Serta pillowtop mattress.
What does the expert recommend for me to buy? Not expensive!
My present mattress is not old and has deep body impressions.
Thanks for a reply, Rick
Hi Rick,
Serta doesn’t make a good mattress because of the memory foam.
Deep body impressions under a 160 lb. man is unacceptable.
My recommendation is for a PlushBeds Luxury Bliss Mattress.
The individually pocketed coils provide contouring support that maintains the natural alignment of the body and spine.
The Soft, Pure, Organic and Hypoallergenic Latex Upholstery provides unique comfort, like you’re floating.
It’s extremely comfortable without being too soft and it won’t allow you to sink into it…NO Body Impressions.
This mattress comes in Medium and Medium Firm.
For your size with osteoarthritis, I suggest the Medium.
This mattress is, currently, On Sale and comes with a 100 Night Trial.
Click on this link to view that mattress and place your order.
The PlushBeds Luxury Bliss Mattress
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And,
You never want to put a new mattress on an old foundation.
Doing so will void the warranty of any mattress.
If you need a new boxspring/foundation, I recommend the Magniflex KD Foundation, which comes in your choice of height, 5” or 8”, and in your choice of color…black, brown or gray.
They’re very strong and assemble easily with no tools needed.
They are upholstered foundations, a bit dressy, but reasonably priced.
Shown here:
Magniflex Foundations
https://www.themattressexpert.com/foundations_and_bases.html#/
Also recommended is a waterproof mattress protector, which prevents perspiration from seeping into the upholstery materials.
Keeping your mattress clean and dry and will enhance the longevity of your mattress and keep it odor free.
The Sleep & Beyond Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector is my recommendation…the one we use at home.
It sleeps cool and works well.
Shown here:
Sleep & Beyond Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector
https://www.themattressexpert.com/sleep_and_beyond_protectors_and_encasements.html#/