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My Bed is Too High. How Can I Lower the Height of Our Mattress?

Mark writes:

Hi Pete,

My wife always liked our mattress to be high off the ground.

She said it made her feel like a princess.

I never liked it that way, but went along with her wishes.

Recently, she twisted her ankle and is finding it difficult to get in and out of bed.

How can I lower the height of our mattress?

Any help would be appreciated. Mark

 

Hi Mark,

There are a couple of ways to lower the height of a mattress.

The least expensive is by changing your bed frame to a Rize Low Profile.

These frames measure 4.5” off the ground, compared to the standard 7” height.

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Rize Bed Frames

https://www.themattressexpert.com/bed_frames.html#/

Also Available:

The Magniflex KD Foundation in low profile, which measures only 5”, instead of the usual 8” or 9” standard height box spring.

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The Magniflex Upholstered KD Foundation 

https://cc-mattress-llc.square.site/product/magniflex-kd-foundation-w-out-legs/2?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=true

 

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Broken Box Spring.

Mary Lou writes:

Hi Pete,

I need to replace our box spring, which has just broken.

My husband is a very big man and wreaks havoc on most everything.

What’s a good replacement that will hold up well to a 500 Lb. man?

Thanks, Mary Lou

 

Hi Mary Lou,

The Magniflex KD Foundation is designed to hold 1200 Lbs.

 

The Magniflex KD Foundation 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 wood foundations, a bit dressy, but reasonably priced.

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Do You Sell a Low-Profile Foundation?

Jeanne writes:

Hi Pete,

Do you sell low-profile box springs for king-size beds, without having to purchase a mattress?

Thanks, Jeanne

 

Hello Jeanne,

Yes. 

I recommend the Magniflex KD Foundation.

It comes in your choice of height 8” or 5”…and your choice of color…black, gray or brown.

They’re very strong and assemble easily with no tools needed.

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Mattress Alone vs. w/ Box Spring?

Len writes:

Hello Pete,

I've been reading some of your blogs and am very impressed with your straightforward advice.  I too prefer a very firm mattress without all the soft foam and pillow top fluff, and couldn't agree more about your advice to tone down a firm mattress with a topper if you feel the need to do so.  

 The only other question would be weather you necessarily recommend that we order the boxspring versus just the top mattress?  We currently have a Queen Stearns & Foster box spring.  It's about 10 years old, although it "looks" brand new.  

 Some retail salespeople tell you that if you don't get the "set" and purchase only the top mattress, it will void the warranty.  Is this hype or reality and perhaps more importantly does it matter in the performance and longevity of your mattress irrespective of the warranty stuff?

 I've actually taken the time to read some of the fine print warranty info and it looks like it would be very easy for a manufacturer to slip out of any replacement at all unless the mattress develops a crater sag the size of the grand canyon!  So it seems to me that the bottom line is to just buy a good quality firm mattress that will hold up against sagging (given the state of today's crap manufacturing)--and that's where I need your good help!

All the best -Len

 

Hi Len,

Old boxsprings, not having any upholstery, often look like new even when they’re old. But, the springs directly under your body have weakened some over the years. A new mattress will conform to those weak spots, which will cause premature wear.

It is true that the warranty of your new mattress will automatically be voided, once you put it on an old boxspring.

Boxsprings don’t cost all that much more than the mattress, so you’d be saving little and risking much. (Penny Wise, Pound Foolish), is the old British saying for that.

The best quality Firm mattress is made by Natura of Canada.

Their Greenspring Firm is really quite firm…hard, really.

My wife and I have had their Ultra Plush model for more than 10 years and it’s still in great condition…with each of us weighing more than 200 lbs…just to give you an example of their quality.

Here’s a link to that line of mattresses, showing their 4 choices of comfort. Even their Ultra Plush model is not too soft. In fact, we added a soft latex topper to ours.

https://www.themattressexpert.com/natura_mattresses.html#/

The best value in latex toppers comes from Latex for Less.

Top Quality, Pure Organic and Hypoallergenic Latex at factory prices….here’s the link for those:

 

https://www.latexforless.com/products/latex-topper?variant=134346899481&sscid=71k8_rmsu0&utm_source=share-a-sale&utm_campaign=4342051

Heads up: this post includes affiliate links. If you click and purchase, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products I have personally vetted.

Also recommended is a waterproof mattress protector, which prevents perspiration from seeping into the upholstery materials.

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will enhance longevity.

The Sleep & Beyond Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector is my recommendation…the one we use at home.

It sleeps cool and works well.

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https://www.themattressexpert.com/sleep_and_beyond_protectors_and_encasements.html#/

 

 

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A Mattress for an Elderly Couple.

Edith writes:

Hi Pete,

My husband and I are elderly and in need of a new mattress.

We’re not in terribly bad shape, just the usual aches and pains.

We need a good quality mattress that can be delivered to our bedroom and our old mattress taken away. We have a lovely platform bed, so we just need the mattress without a boxspring.

We aren’t capable of handling any of this ourselves and have no one who we can ask for help. Can you recommend a mattress to fit our needs?

Thanks in advance, Edith

 

Hi Edith,

I can help you with all of that.

A good quality mattress will have a firm, contouring support provided by an individually pocketed coil system to maintain the natural alignment of your body and spine. This will help relieve some of those aches and pains. 

The upholstery should be pure, organic and hypoallergenic latex.

Pure latex is extremely durable and soft latex will help ease some of your other aches and pains. Latex provides the unique feeling that you’re floating.

 

The Williams Kingston Plush Mattress is my recommendation.

This mattress has all of the aforementioned components.

And, it comes with White Glove Delivery, which includes setup in your bedroom and removal of your old mattress and all of the packaging materials.

There’s nothing for you to do but point to where you want it.

 

And, it’s On Sale…20% Off

Here’s a link to that mattress, where you can view the specifications and place your order: (Usual Delivery Time is 2 Weeks)

The Williams Kingston Plush Mattress 

https://cc-mattress-llc.square.site/product/kingston-plush/105?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=TBPEGMF6GAOUPNC4SCBQMGLT 

Also recommended is a waterproof mattress protector, which prevents perspiration from seeping into the upholstery materials.

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will enhance longevity.

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:

 

https://www.themattressexpert.com/sleep_and_beyond_protectors_and_encasements.html#/

 

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New Sealy Mattress Breaking Down.

Ruth writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I have a twin bed and had purchased a Sealy mattress in January of this year.

Just last month, I purchased a new box spring.

The mattress started "breaking down" within a few months of purchase. It's sagging in the middle.

I thought the box spring would help, but it didn't.

 

I'd like to know what mattress you would recommend for a 200 pound 66 year old woman.

I thank you for your time.

Sincerely, Ruth

 

Hi Ruth,.

The problem, specifically, is the memory foam upholstery in that mattress.

Since Tempurpedic bought Sealy, you can no longer buy a good quality Sealy mattress.

They are, all, junk.

 

You can use the box spring you have.

The Wolf Tulah Luxury Plush Eurotop Mattress is better quality than what "name brand" mattress make today.

UPDATE!…This Wolf Mattress Has Been Discontinued.

 

We are pleased to offer you a higher quality mattress from Eco-Terra. 

This mattress provides the same support with an upgrade in upholstery.

The higher quality upholstery provides greater comfort and longevity.

Click on this link:

Hybrid Latex Mattress | Eco Terra Mattress ecoterrabeds.com

 

 

 

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I'm Considering a Natura of Canada Greenspring Mattress.

Diana writes:

 

Hello Pete,

Thank you for all the very helpful information you have about mattresses online!

I am considering buying one of the Natura of Canada Greenspring Liberta Mattresses.

I am not clear on the difference between the 4 options listed. 

How do I know which one to choose?

 

Also, is there any benefit to buying a new box spring other than the aesthetics of it matching the mattress? 

I already have a box spring that is quite old, but I can't see anything wrong with it.

 

Thank you! Please feel free to call if that is easier. I appreciate your help.

Diana

 

Good Morning Diana,

Old box springs have weak spots that don’t normally show.

A new mattress will conform to those weak spots and lose its shape quickly.

For that reason, when you put a new mattress on an old box spring, you automatically void the warranty of the mattress. That alone is reason enough to buy the set.

You’ll notice that the difference in price is small…a lot to risk to save so little.

You’ll probably want the 5” foundation, so that the overall height of the bed isn’t too high,

 

Due to the high quality and resiliency of the components, all 4 models are firmer than other brands with the same designations. The Firm is just down right hard. The Luxury Firm feels like a Firm. The Plush feels like a Luxury Firm.

Of the 4 models, the Ultra Plush is the most comfortable.

It has 2” more latex than the others…and a much better choice to cushion the curves of a female body. 

It’s what my wife and I sleep on at home.

Here’s the link for that line of mattresses.

https://www.themattressexpert.com/natura_mattresses.html#/

 

 

The only factor that would change my recommendation is if anyone using the mattress is extraordinarily heavy…over 300 lbs. Under those circumstances, it’s better to get a firmer model and add a softish topper.

 

These mattresses come with White Glove Delivery 

 

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We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

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Do your mattresses require a box spring?

 

 

Hi Pete,

Do your mattresses require a box spring?

Thanks, Scott

 

Hi Scott, 

Every mattress needs something to support it. 

The options are:

1. The floor
2. A box spring/foundation
   
3. A platform bed
   
4. An adjustable bed base
   
5. A Murphy bed.
   
6. A bunk board

If you need a foundation, The Magniflex KD Foundations are very strong.

You have a choice of color and height.

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We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

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I'm trying to solve a mattress problem.

Dan writes:

 

Hello Pete,

I'm trying to solve a mattress 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 of 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 mattress or the platform 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. That's not the problem.

 

Most of today's mattresses are upholstered with memory foam. My guess is that you have one that is.

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.

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 a fix to this problem. Flip your one-sided mattress over and add a soft latex topper to that.

 

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.

Ideally, 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 topper you'll need. 

The Suite Sleep 2" or 3" Soft Organic Latex Mattress Topper is all you'll need to transform your mattress into a sleep system that you will look forward to every night..

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I'm about to place my order for the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress.

Mike writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I'm about to place my order for the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress.

I'm, really, quite impressed with the high quality.

Do they ship it with a box spring?  

Thanks, Mike

 

Hi Mike,

You can choose mattress only, or mattress and foundation.

The foundation is what is otherwise known as a box spring.

So, yes. If that’s what you want, order mattress and foundation.

The foundations are available in 2 heights...9” and 5”.

There’s no difference in quality.

Choose whichever suits you for the overall height of the bed.

Here is a link to that mattress:

 

https://www.themattressexpert.com/natura_mattresses.html#/

 

This mattress comes with white glove delivery.

Delivery includes set-up in your bedroom and removal of all packing materials.

The prices shown are complete. Delivery is Free

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Thanks, Pete 

 

A waterproof mattress protector will extend the life of any mattress, keeping it clean and dry.

https://www.themattressexpert.com/store/p169/Organic_Cotton_Waterproof_Mattress_Protector.html#/

 

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