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Thursday, May 06, 2021

A New Mattress on an Old Box Spring.

Scott writes:
Hi Pete,
I hope you can help me. 
I purchased a new mattress a year ago. 
I've started getting some lower back and hip pain. 
I had the mattress on an old box spring and thought that might be the problem.  
I put the mattress on the floor to see if it would help, but not much of a difference. 
Can I firm up this mattress with a firm latex topper? 
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks, Scott
 
Hi Scott,
No. A soft mattress and a firm latex topper is the exact opposite of what your body requires.
You’d be better off getting a Suite Sleep 3” Soft Organic Latex Mattress Topper, and adding it to the flip side of your mattress....which is considerably firmer.
Suite Organic Latex Topper
 
Your mattress has sustained some permanent damage, due to your old box spring. You need a new box spring.
The best place to buy a good strong box spring, is at Costco, Sam’s Club or Big Lots.
 
 
 
 
 
Thanks, Pete
 
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Posted at 10:44 AM in Back Pain, Body Impressions/ Sagging, Boxsprings, Hip Pain, Latex, Mattress Advice, Mattress Toppers, Suite Sleep | | Comments (0)

Friday, January 31, 2020

A Mattress to Relieve Shoulder and Hip Pain.

Derek writes:
 
Hi Pete,
I wish to add one of your latex toppers and replace, at least. the mattress. 
I'm having shoulder and hip pain. 160lbs.
Currently have the metal frame, wood header/footer, Serta boxspring and pillow top mattress. 
All 25 yrs old.  
New configuration planned is to keep the boxspring, add new firm innerspring {no pillow top), 
then add 2" of soft latex.

Question1: Should the 25 yr old boxspring be replaced while doing this?
Question2:  Will the height of the new configuration be OK for the sheet fit?
Question3:  Is the Simmons Beautyrest still the recommendation or is there another you like for this application?

Thx for the assist,
Derek
 
Hi Derek,
Hanging on to a 25 year old boxspring is a mistake.
You'll save little and risk much.
Any mattress you use with a boxspring that old, will wear prematurely.
The warranty of any mattress you buy, to use with that boxspring, will be void immediately.
 
The Simmons Beautyrest must have a latex topper to keep it from wearing out within only a few years.
There is a better quality mattress that does not require a latex topper to keep it from wearing out quickly.
The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush is superior to Simmons Beautyrest in every way.
There are more coils and those coils are stronger. The Upholstery is Natural Talalay Latex....NO Memory Foam.
Here is a link to that mattress, which gets my highest recommendation and is what we sleep on, at home.
Liberta-mattress-on-a-10in-Organic-foundation-with-Organic-pillows-1
You'll delight in the comfort of natural wool, latex and plant-based foam while you enjoy the support of our 5-zoned coil unit.
themattressexpert.com
 
This mattress comes with White Glove Delivery, which includes set-up on your bed and removal of your old set.
Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.
Thanks, Pete
 
Thx for the reply Pete. 
I will replace the box spring.
What I would not be prone to do, is spend $2,600 on a new set. 
Looking at some older advice you provided, a beautyrest with a 2" topper was an OK option. 
The goal is to reduce shoulder/hip side sleep pain. 
I have not slept a night thru in 10 yrs. 
The question now is, which model of mattress to mate with a topper. 
Would a Simmons Beautyrest Brs900 do with one of your 2" latex toppers, or is there something else? Something better?
Given I'm 160lbs, would 2" be enough?
Thx, Derek
 
Hi Derek,
The reasons why you need a latex topper to go with the Simmons Beautyrest mattress are:
1) To overcome the effects of the memory foam upholstery in the mattress.
2) The steel, from which the coils are made, is raw...untempered.
The latex topper provides durability and longevity that the mattress doesn't have on it's own.
 
We carry a couple of better choices than the Simmons Beautyrest.
The least expensive is an old fashion two sided mattress, with a similar coil count and the steel is tempered.
There is no memory foam in this mattress and doesn't require the purchase of a latex topper.
Shown here:
Wolf Two-sided mattresses

For a little more, that same company makes a one sided mattress.
This mattress also has a similar coil count. The steel is double tempered and the upholstery is latex.
There is no memory foam in these mattress...and they don't require a latex topper, either.
The Adara model has more latex than the Tulah. The Tulah model is softer than the Adara.
Shown here:
Wolf Adara Latex Innerspring Mattress-The Mattress Expert
 
These mattress don't have a matching foundation.
To replace your boxspring, your options are:
1) Best Buy: Sam's Club (Serta) or Costco (Sealy)...those boxsprings are very strong and very inexpensive.
2) We carry a very strong wood foundation, (Easy-Fit), that arrives KD. Easy to assemble, No tools needed.
Shown here:

Shipping is free of all these products...and there's no sales tax.
 
 
 
 
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Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase longevity.
Use our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 
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Thanks, Pete

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Posted at 01:09 PM in Boxsprings, Double Sided Mattress, Gotcha Covered Bedding, Hip Pain, Innerspring, Latex Innerspring Mattress, Mattress Advice, Mattress Protector, Mattress Toppers, Natura Greenspring Liberta, No Memory Foam, Pure Talalay Bliss, Serta, Shoulder Pain, two sided mattress, Wolf Mattress | | Comments (0)

Friday, March 22, 2019

Matching Boxspring and Mattress Warranty.

Mike writes:
Warranty
 
Hi Pete, 
We are moving and love our mattress. 
Do we need to take the box spring currently under this mattress, or can we use a box spring we already have at our new location? 
They are the same size (Queen) and about the same age.
Thank you, Mike

Hi Mike,
How the mattress feels, may have something to do with the boxspring that supports it.
The boxspring at the new house may be different, thus changing the feel of the mattress.
If both boxsprings are from the same company, then the feel isn't likely to change.
Should you need service in the future, however, the warranty for the mattress will be automatically void, if on a boxspring other than the one that matches it.


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Posted at 08:55 AM in Boxsprings, Gotcha Covered Bedding, Mattress Protector, Warranty Issues | | Comments (0)

Wednesday, March 13, 2019

Our Daughter's Mattress is Too High off the floor.

John writes:
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Hi Pete,
The Simmons Beautyrest mattress and boxspring were delivered today. 
BTW, my wife tells me your delivery guys were terrific...friendly and courteous. 
But, my wife says that the mattress is too high off the floor, even with the low profile boxspring.  
Would you advise using a bunkie board or something similar to lower it until our daughter is bigger?
Thanks, John
 
Hi John,
You can easily do that.
The bunkie board  idea will save you 4" in height.
However, I prefer solutions that don't cost anything. 
You can put the mattress and boxspring directly on the floor...and store your bed frame until she's bigger.
Consider also, that kids love to climb into bed. They love being high up. 
You can lay pillows on the floor next to the bed while she gets used to her parameters.
 
 
 
Thanks, Pete
 

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Posted at 01:52 PM in Boxsprings, Gotcha Covered Bedding, Kids Beds, Mattress Protector | | Comments (0)

Thursday, June 14, 2018

Low Profile or Standard Height Boxspring to Support a Good Mattress?

Jess writes:
 
Hi Pete,
In your opinion, does it matter if a low profile vs a standard profile boxspring is used to support a mattress? 
How much does a box-spring affect the quality of a person's sleep if you have a good mattress?
Thanks, Jess
 
Hi Jess,
The foundation is very important. How well the mattress performs is, in part, due to that which supports it.
However, there is no difference in that support, when comparing a standard height boxspring to a Lo-profile model. 
The choice is there for convenience of getting in and out of bed.
 

 

 

ALSO IMPORTANT:
I suggest using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.
Keeping your mattress clean and dry will greatly extend the life and loft of the upholstery materials inside. Ours sleep cool and make NO Noise.
Shown here:
 
Thanks, Pete
 

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Friday, February 09, 2018

UPS-able Un-Assembled Mattress Foundations.

Kathy writes:
 
Hi Pete,
I'm curious about mattress foundations. I hear that some come un-assembled.
I'm a bit old school and am having a hard time picturing how this is...as it never was something available in the old days.
Thanks, Kathy
 
Hi Kathy,
There are lots of that type of foundation.
The ones, we carry, assemble easily.
Being able to ship them KD (knocked down), via UPS keeps down the shipping charges.
 
We carry 3 different types of UPSable foundations.
The "Easy Fit" wooden one is 8.75" high, and would be used on a standard bed frame.
Shown here:
The EasyFit™ provides a complete foundation to support your mattress. Instructions and all component parts are included. Click here to view our Assembly ...
themattressexpert.com
 
The "Forever Foundation" is all steel and provides storage space.
It does not need a bed frame to support it.
Shown here:
Store More Black Foundation
Store More Black Foundation
About Forever Foundations Warranty Information Link Customer Service Link Imagine never having to buy a box spring and frame again! Manufactured with all ...
themattressexpert.com

And finally, the "Basic Black Platform Bed"...which also does not need a bed frame.
Shown here:
Basic Black Platform Bed BaseReplaces Bed Frame and Foundation (Boxspring)Measures 14" High, Allowing 10" of Storage SpaceSturdy ConstructionProvides Excellent ...
themattressexpert.com
 
Delivery is free and there's NO Sales Tax.
 
ALSO:
I suggest using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.
Keeping your mattress clean and dry will greatly extend the life and loft of the upholstery materials inside. Ours sleep cool and make NO Noise.
Shown here:
 
Thanks, Pete
 

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Monday, July 24, 2017

Natura Greenspring Liberty Firm Euro Top cal. king with 10" or 5" foundation?

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Tuesday, June 20, 2017

I'm looking for a replacement for an old two sided Stearns & Foster Mattress.

Cathy writes:

Posted at 12:35 PM in Boxsprings, Danican Mattress Protectors, Double Sided Mattress, Ever Eden All-Natural Talalay Latex Topper , Forever Foundation, Natura Greenspring Liberty , two sided mattress | | Comments (0)

Wednesday, June 14, 2017

Pure Talalay Bliss latex foundation for their Latex Mattresses

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Tuesday, May 09, 2017

Our Mattress is No Longer Comfortable After Only a Couple of Months.

Dan writes:
 
Hello Pete,
I'm trying to solve a bed problem. We recently bought a fairly expensive mattress. 
We tested it on a box spring in the store, but the bed frame that we purchased with our house is a platform style (no prior experience with this style). 
We like the look of it so we gave away the box spring. 
For the first couple months things were ok.
But now, my girlfriend and I are starting to experience stiffness and back pain in the middle of the night and early mornings when we had absolutely no issues prior. 
These issues seem to clear up once we get moving over the course of the day, so I have to believe it's related to the bed. 
I was wondering what you would suggest as a solution for us to try? 
The bed feels fine when we initially lie down on it, but obviously overnight something isn't agreeing with us. 
Thank you, Dan

 

Hi Dan,

Today's boxsprings are cheaply made and made to be rigid.

A platform bed provides similar support.

Since most of today's mattresses are upholstered with memory foam, my guess is that your problem is with the memory foam in your mattress.

Memory foam is a horrible product...specifically designed to cause the mattress to need frequent replacing.

For most of what is made today, equating expense with quality is a huge mistake.

And the truly diabolical part of memory foam is, that when you get off of the mattress, it looks perfectly fine, because the memory foam returns to its original shape.

The point being, that prevailing in a warranty claim is highly unlikely.

Memory foam has created a boon for the industry and a nightmare for the consumer.

There is no fix to this problem, other than to flip the mattress over and add a a soft latex topper to the underside.

This will put the memory foam at the bottom. The underside will provide firm support and the latex will give you the surface comfort you need to sleep well.

If possible, it would be best to get rid of that mattress and start over with a mattress that has no memory foam.

If going with "the fix", here is a link to the latex toppers. The EverEden all natural 2" Soft Talalay Latex Topper is all your need.

https://themattressexpert.com/talalay-dunlop-latextoppers/

Latex Mattress Topper

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The Mattress Expert is your source for all natural latex mattress toppers including Talalay & Dunlop toppers. Click here for more information!

Delivery is Free and there's NO SALES TAX
 
Protect your mattress from perspiration and other stains that will void the warranty of your new mattress.
Danican Waterproof Mattress Protectors Sleep Cool and Won't Shrink washed in hot water...fits up to 18"
Danican Waterproof Mattress and Pillow Protector
 
Thanks, Pete
 

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Posted at 06:41 PM in Back Pain, Boxsprings, Danican Mattress Protectors, Ever Eden All-Natural Talalay Latex Topper , Memory Foam | | Comments (0)

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