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A mattress for my son who is moving to his own place.

Mark writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I am seeking advice for my son who is moving to his own place.  

My wife and I bought a Simmons Beautyrest Gibson Grove Luxury Firm Mattress in Queen with a latex topper from you in April 2019 and it has worked out wonderfully.  

We now seek advice for our son and his mattress needs. He does not want to spend as much as we did.

 

He is about 6ft and 175 to 180 lbs.  I am kind of intrigued by the doubled sided mattress. 

It does not seem like he needs a topper with that.  He will need a platform as well.

 

I'm looking forward to hearing from you. 

Thanks, Mark

 

Hi Mark,

I'm happy to hear that you're enjoying the sleep system I recommended for you.

The Wolf Tulah Plush Eurotop is the mattress I'd recommend as the most comfortable for him.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

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

 

The Wolf Brolynn two sided mattress is an excellent value…very well made.

If going with that one, I recommend getting in plush.

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

 

And, as usual, shipping is free and no sales tax.

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

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A Mattress for a Heavy Man Delivered to BC, Canada.

Carla writes:

 

Hi Pete

I just stumbled across your website looking to purchase yet another new mattress (our fourth in 10 years).

Now, we are going to order from a hotel chain.

We wanted the Ultramatic, but it is $10,000 and it is hard to justify that kind of money for a bed.

 

We have spent up to $4500 on beds though, but they have lasted only two years and lose their support. 

My husband is a heavy guy, 245 lbs., and the beds end up sagging on his side.

He also has restless leg syndrome and tosses from aches and pains all night long.  

He also gets very hot sweats at night.

 

I have neck and lower back issues and have been told to sleep on a hard bed, (preferably the floor) 

But then, I can't walk the next day.  

 

It would be great if you could recommend a mattress that would work for us, and not to be replaced in two years.

Also, if you think the adjustable bed frames are worth the price. 

We always buy a king, but I am wondering if that is half the problem.

Perhaps we should go to a queen size bed. Gosh - that would take some getting used to.

 

We live in BC Canada - I see you deliver in Canada. Is delivery free?

Much thanks, Carla  

 

Hi Carla,

245 lbs. not all that heavy.

You must have been buying mattresses upholstered with memory foam, to only get a couple of years out of them.

Memory foam wears quickly and sleeps hot.

 

An adjustable bed base has very little therapeutic value.

I find them to be a waste of money for sleeping.

If you spend a lot of time in bed, then they’re good for that, but that doesn’t help your longevity problem.

Using an adjustable bed concentrates your body weight in one spot, which causes the mattress to wear faster.

 

You’ve been getting some bad advice concerning your back.

The contouring support of an individually pocketed coil unit will maintain the natural alignment of the spine, which works wonders to relieve back pain.

A hard mattress only makes matters worse.

 

The key to longevity is to avoid any mattress upholstered with memory foam.

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

The heavier you are, the more frequently it needs to be replaced.

 

I recommend for you, the same mattress my wife and I sleep on at home.

Each of us weighing more than 200 lbs. and our mattress is still in like new condition after more than 5.5 years.

What’s more, I sleep and wake without back pain, despite having several disc related back problems.

The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress provides excellent, firm contouring support and surface comfort that lasts due to the latex upholstery.

There’s no memory foam in this mattress.

And due to the high quality of the components, it’s not as soft as it sounds.

 

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

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

 

This mattress comes with white glove delivery, which includes set up in your bedroom and removal of all packaging materials.

Delivery to BC, Canada is free and there’s no Canadian sales tax charged.

 

 

 

 

 

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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Back Pain. Replacement for an old Simmons Beautyrest Mattress.

George writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I don't know if you are still offering advice on mattresses. 

If so, we had been extremely happy with our Simmons Beautyrest Marquis, that's about 8 years old. 

Over the last two years the plush topper gave way and had been causing extreme hip pain and back pain. 

I am a larger side sleeper -- 6'1" 235.

 

Looking to replace this mattress we relied heavily on the latest Consumer Reports mattress review. 

At first, we ordered the #2 mattress, Sleep On Latex Firm. 

After sleeping on it, I felt like I had been hit by a bus. 

I was actually considering going to the emergency room. I felt that bad. 

My back hurt all the way around to my chest, shoulders, and neck....possible symptoms of a heart attack.

 

I decided to call Sleep On Latex instead and they offered to sell a 2" soft topper, that helped a little.

I still had hip and back pain upon waking. We ended up returning the firm but kept the topper.

 

Next, I decided to try the #1 rated mattress by Consumer Reports, Avocado Green Hybrid. 

Their lead-time was stated to be eight weeks, so we slept (well) on the Simmons Beautyrest Marquis with the 2" soft topper while we waited.

 

Upon arrival we tried the Avocado Green without the topper. 

Rather than having much hip pain I developed a pain right in the middle of my lumbar. 

My wife, 5'4" 125, hated the mattress. 

The next night we tried it with the topper without much better results, so we resorted back to the Simmons Beautyrest Marquis with the 2" soft topper.

 

Next, we went back to Sleep On Latex, but medium this time. 

The boxes weighed 25 pounds less so we definitely received a less dense mattress. 

First without the topper, then with. We're still not satisfied, or at least, I'm not.

 

Sorry for the long story but I wanted to make sure you knew some of the background. 

I do miss when a person could go and try a mattress several times in the store, before buying.  

Now they come in a box and you're stuck if you don't like them. 

Avocado Green refuses to take it back until after 30 days or more of trying. 

We already "returned" one to Sleep on Latex, so I feel bad doing it again.

 

I sure do miss the first eight years of the Simmons Beautyrest Marquis. 

Any ideas for an appropriate replacement?

Thanks, George

 

Hi George,

The Avocado mattress isn’t made to hold up under a large man.

The coils are too weak, made of very thin gauge steel.

Avocado advertises a 1 year trial.

They won’t take them back, to their credit.

They say if you donate it, they’ll get refund your money.

Sleep on Latex uses junk latex made in China, where they mix it with clay.

It’s promoted as all natural, since clay is a natural material.

 

Even if you were to buy a high quality latex mattress, any all foam mattress does not provide the pushback support needed to properly support most backs.

 

Consumer Reports is clueless, when it comes to mattresses.

In fact, they published an issue, some years ago, where they said that the mattress industry was far too complicated for them to understand, so the offered no recommendations. They must have caught some flack for that bit of honesty.

Six months later, they published an issue with recommendations after interviewing 100 people in Denver. Their recommendations were horrible.

Since then, they haven’t improved very much...still not comprehending the complexities of the mattress industry.

 

Before buying anything, flip your mattress over and add your topper.

These one sided mattress are much firmer on the underside.

It may be all you need to do.

 

If you decide that a new mattress is necessary, then I recommend the mattress my wife and I sleep on at home. We are, each, over 200 lbs. and I have a myriad of back problems.

Despite all that, I sleep and wake without back pain on a mattress that is more than 5.5 years old and still in like new condition.

The coil count is higher than most. The coils are heavy and strong.

The upholstery is natural Talalay Latex (not made in China).

That mattress is the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

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

 

This mattress comes with white glove delivery, which includes set up in your bedroom and removal of all packaging materials.

Delivery is free and there’s no sales tax.

 

Trying before you buy at a store is a total waste of time, these days.

Most stores are a sea of mattresses upholstered with memory foam.

Memory foam is highly deceptive, as it feels quite a bit different a month later.

Memory foam is THEE thing to avoid, as it is specifically designed to cause a mattress to need frequent replacing...not to mention the toxic off gassing from the chemicals used to make it.

Memory foam presents a health hazard, as well as being a lousy product.

 

All of the name brands have been sold to investors.

All are using memory foam to recoup their investment and enhance profits.

Brands like Simmons, Sealy, Serta and S&F that you could once trust to make a high quality mattress, no longer care about quality...just profits.

 

 

 

 

 

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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A Mattress with no VOCs for an Overweight Couple.

Rose writes:

 

Hi Pete,

We have spent A LOT of money over the last several years on various mattresses.  

We are returning our current bed.

It seems that most reviews are bad, which makes it confusing when attempting to select an appropriate mattress.

We are two middle-aged women that are short, and overweight (210 - 240 lbs. each).

I move around most of the night and do not want lumps.

We want to avoid chemical fire retardants and VOCs.

We have tried two coil-less mattresses and they do not seem to workout.  

We now want to try a hybrid with strong coils.

Do you have any advice?

Thank you, Rose

 

Hi Rose.

The problem all along has been the memory foam in these mattresses.

It's memory foam you need to avoid.

Most hybrids are upholstered with memory foam....a toxic, 61 chemicals product.

 

My wife and I have a coiled mattress upholstered with natural Talalay Latex.

After 5.5+ years, with each of us over 200 lbs, our mattress is still in like new condition.

That mattress is, The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush.

THIS, is the one you should to consider.

It's very high quality, with no off-gassing, and no memory foam.

The fire retardant is natural wool...no chemicals.

 

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.

Delivery includes set-up and removal of your old mattress.

 

 

 

 

 

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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Do you deliver mattresses, toppers and pillows to Canada?

Lynn writes:

 

Hi Pete,

Do you deliver to Canada?

My husband and I are looking at new mattresses and pillows.

We are also looking at latex mattress toppers.

Can you send me links to anything you have available that can be delivered to Canada?

Thanks, Lynn

 

Hi Lynn,

Not everything we sell can be delivered into Canada.

However, Natura is made in Canada and can be delivered anywhere on the Canadian mainland.

They have a nice selection of high quality mattresses and pillows...and a latex topper.

Here is a link to everything that Natura has to offer.

https://themattressexpert.com/natura/

 

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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Is The Mattress Expert Website Secure?

Kevin writes:

 

 

Hi Pete,

I've been reading your blog posts and have been to your website.

I like what you have to say and am wanting to order one of your Natura of Canada Greenspring mattresses.

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

Natura of Canada Greenspring Pocketed Coil and Latex Mattresses | The Mattress Expert The Natura GreenSpring series combines the natural elements commonly found in Natura, such as wool and latex, but it has a specially designed pocketed coil system to provide your body with extra support. themattressexpert.com

(I believe you have the ultra plush model at your home)

My question is, Is your website secure? I wouldn't want my personal and credit card information hacked.

What can you tell me about that? 

Respectfully, Kevin

 

 

 

Hi Kevin,

Thank you for that question. Believe it or not, you are the 1st to ask about that...after all this time.

Security is a top priority with us, here at The Mattress Expert.

If you order online, the credit card program that accepts your cc information is so secure, that even I can't access it.

I can issue refunds, if necessary, but I can't add to your charge.

That program has never been hacked.

 

If you place your order with me, directly over the phone, all of your information goes through a shredder after I've processed the sale.

 

Even here, on our blog posts, I do not publish last names....even though I am often given a last name, as you have.

I'll even change the first name, if it's uncommon or unique.

 

We've been doing this, online, for 17 years.

In fact, we are one of the first online mattress retailers in the country, servicing the entire continental US.

For the last several years, we have also been serving the mainland of Canada.

              

 

 

We recommend using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.

Keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry will extend the life of the mattress.

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/gotcha-covered/

 

 

Thanks, Pete

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Does The Mattress Expert have a store in San Francisco?

Doris writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I’m so impressed with your blog and website.   

Does The Mattress Expert have a store in San Francisco?  

Which location would be the closest?

Thank you, Doris

 

Hi Doris,

We are an online retailer. 

We have been selling mattresses, online, longer than any other retailer...since 2003.

We have no physical stores.

We can help you find the right mattress for your specific needs...whatever they happen to be.

 

 

 

We recommend using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.

Keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry will extend the life of the mattress.

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/gotcha-covered/

 

 

Thanks, Pete

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A Pure Bliss Natural Latex Topper to Fix a Tempurpedic Mattress.

Karen writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I would like to order your Pure Bliss natural latex mattress toppers.   

I am about to have a second spinal fusion after a previous fusion in 2011.  

We have turned our Tempurpedic memory foam mattress sideways to try and stretch it's life.  

We bought this only a few years ago. It was very expensive, and my back pain is killing.  

Do you think it might work, to put the topper on this mattress?  

Or should I just put the money toward a new mattress? 

 

I really really appreciate your blog and any input you give.  

We are both large people (both 6’) and weigh 230/250.  

Thanks for any suggestions, Karen

 

 

Hi Karen,

The memory foam on the top of your mattress is useless, and adds to your back pain.

That memory foam, on top, is supported by high density poly foam that is significantly firmer.

Despite being mad to be one sided, the underside is usable and will provide better support for your back.

Flip that mattress over today. Your back will feel better tomorrow.

However, the underside is likely to be too firm to sleep on comfortably.

 

Your best option is to add a Pure Talalay Bliss 3" Plush Natural Talalay Latex Topper to the flip side of your mattress.

Together, you'll have what your body needs...firm support and a comfortable sleeping surface.

Latex is the best upholstery material available, and has been so for the last 100 years.

Contrast that with memory foam, which has proven to be the worst upholstery material, over its 20 year history.

 

Here is a link to those latex toppers:

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

Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

You can order that on line.

 

 

 

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase longevity.

Use our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/gotcha-covered/protectors/

 

 

Thanks, Pete

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Mattress Recommendation for Older, Average Size People.

Pam writes:

 

Hi Pete,

My husband and I slept on a Sealy mattress at a hotel in Key West...and slept well.

I've come to understand that hotel mattresses made by Sealy have no memory foam in them.

However, the Sealy mattresses, at retail stores, ARE upholstered with memory foam.

We currently have a Kingsdown mattress that became uncomfortable after only 3 years.

But due to the memory foam in the mattress, our warranty claim was denied.

Needless to say, we don't want memory foam.

My husband and I are older, 60 and 59. We are average size people, kinda. He weighs 170 and I'm 165.

We have the usual achy backs and he has a sore shoulder.

I see that you have mattresses with no memory foam in them.

What would you recommend for us?

Thanks, Pam

 

Hi Pam,

First, I want to go over why I'm not recommending some of the other mattresses we carry.

The Natura of Canada Greenspring is a much stronger mattress than the Simmons Beautyrest.

It's already upholstered with Natural Talalay Latex and containing NO Memory foam. 

The coil count is higher and the coils are stronger than what Simmons uses.

Both feature a pre-compressed, individually pocketed coil system...(a 9" coil in a 7" pocket).

This is somewhat like the Sealy mattress you slept on. Sealy's coils are also pocketed, but not pre-compressed.

 

 

The pre-compression of the coils produces a pushback support, which is better for your spine, on a longer term basis.

The strength of the Greenspring mattresses is better suited to heavier people.

The softer feel of the Beautyrest/Latex Topper combination, while not as strong, is more comfortable.

THIS is the better choice for average weight people...especially for the curves of a female, and pressure point pain at the shoulder.

 

We also carry Wolf...a very old, (since 1873), family owned company that makes an old fashioned two sided mattress.

The coil count is lower and the upholstery is plant based polyurethane foam...no memory foam or latex.

These are better suited to children and guest bedrooms.

 

The sleep system combination I'm recommending for the two of you, is:

The Simmons Beautyrest Platinum Series Luxury Firm and a Pure Talalay Bliss 2" Plush, Natural Talalay Latex Topper.

The latex topper does a number of thing:

1) It provides extraordinary surface comfort that remains like new for many years. 

     Soft and resilient, it produces the feel of floating. 

2) It insulates you for the memory foam in the mattress, which won't wear out as it normally does....and doesn't off gas like other brands.

3) It sleeps cool.

4) It absorbs all of your body weight, causing the mattress to remain like new longer...and wearing very slowly over the years.

    Your mattress will last a whole lot longer than it would without it...far longer than the manufacturer intended. 

 

Here are links to both products:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/simmons/beautyrest-recharge-world-class/

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

The mattress comes with White Glove Delivery, which includes set-up on your bed frame, removal of all packing material, and removal of your old mattress.

The latex topper arrives via UPS.

Both are freshly made to fill your order and take about 2 weeks to arrive.

Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

 

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Thanks, Pete

 

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Advice for a Mattress with NO Memory Foam, on a Budget.

Maggie writes:

 

Hi Pete,

Looking for some mattress advice.

I have been reading your website info and blog for a couple of months now. I am getting closer to buying a mattress. 

As far as I can see, your prices are, if nothing else, are comparable or lower to anything I have seen on amazon or advertised in stores.
My husband and I generally tend to weigh around 150 pounds apiece. 

I sleep on my sides, mostly, sometimes on my back. He sleeps on his sides mostly, sometimes on his stomach. 

We have a memory foam mattress we've had for a couple of years. I have back pain when I get up in the morning.
Do you have advice regarding which innerspring mattress would work best for us?

I want a mattress with NO memory foam. And, we are on a budget.
Thank you, Maggie

 

Hi Maggie,

We carry a number of good quality innerspring mattresses....using no memory foam.

The best for the least is an Old Fashioned, Two Sided Mattress that is well made and reasonably priced...The Brolynn Plush.

The memory foam used by the name brands in today's mattresses, is designed to fail quickly, resulting in frequent replacing.

Here is a link to the Wolf Brolynn mattress. 

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

Wolf Double Sided Flippable Mattresses | The Mattress Expert Introducing the Duo-Comfort mattress, providing your customer with comfort options in one single mattress. The Duo-Comfort is a 11″ double-sided mattress that has a firm side and a plush side. themattressexpert.com

Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

 

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Protect and maximize your mattress investment. Use a waterproof mattress protector.

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/gotcha-covered/protectors/

Protectors | The Mattress Expert Our fitted sheet style mattress protector is designed to be undetectable under your fitted sheet. First, we started with an incredibly soft 100% GOTS certified organic cotton jersey sleeping surface. themattressexpert.com

 

 

Thanks, Pete

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