The Mattress Expert

Sealy SpringFree Beachside Latex Mattress.

Lori writes:

 

Hi, Pete.

I hope all is well on your end.

Many years ago, I bought a Sealy SpringFree Beachside Latex Mattress from you that I have loved.

It’s lived quite a long life, but needs to be replaced now. Can you recommend one just like it?

Just a bit about me. I’m 73 now, so pressure points need to be comfortable.

I’m 5’6”, have a bad back that’s killing me lately, weigh 180, most of which are in my stomach, hips and butt. Side sleeper 90%/back sleeper/10%.

I need a full-size mattress (sleep with 3 fur babies) with good edge support.

I sleep only on one side of it, and spend 4 or more hours with my elbow digging into the bed while on my side watching tv. Like the Sealy was, I need a bed that’s easy to turn or move around on – NO sinking or sagging. I’m like the old Princess who could feel a pea if it were under her mattress.

 

This is my last hurrah for buying a mattress. For health and financial reasons, I can’t ‘afford’ to make a mistake (not that anyone can, I know..)  So, I’m turning to you… What do you think I should do?

Any advice would be sooo appreciated.

Lori

 

Hi Lori,

Given your age and chronic back pain, I'm recommending a somewhat different direction.

For better spinal support to relieve your back pain, there's nothing better than a mattress with an individually pocketed coil system.

The upward support that contours to the shape of the body, which maintains the natural alignment of your spine, is ideal for relieving chronic back pain.

Add to that, a soft latex mattress topper and you'll have everything you need and want.

 

I'm recommending the Wolf Jessica Mattress.

The pocketed coils are made of heavy gauge, double tempered steel, for durability and longevity.

Click on this link to view specifications and pricing.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/wolf-mattress/the-jessica/

Add to that, a Suite Sleep Latex Mattress Topper.

For maximum surface comfort The Pure Vita Talalay is the Softest, which will take care of that

'Princess and the Pea' issue.

Click on this link to view.

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

Given the age of your mattress, you'll need to replace the foundation, as well.

The Magniflex KD Foundation is extremely strong, and available in your choice of height and color.

You'll see the mattress price with that as one of the options on that mattress page.

 

UPS/FedEx Shipping is Free.

 

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

You Should Know 

 

Using an old box spring to support any new mattress will cause premature wear and void the manufacturer’s warranty.

https://themattressexpert.com/mattress-foundations/magniflex-kd-foundations/

 

A waterproof mattress protector will extend the life of a mattress by keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry.

https://themattressexpert.com/waterproof-mattress-protectors-encasements/

 

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Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

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A mattress for a large man, 5’10 200 lbs., with chronic back pain.

Jim writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I need your help on a mattress for a large man, 5’10 200 lbs., with chronic back pain.

I have back pain from L4/5 and S1 disc damage and various other injuries while in the military.

I'm replacing a mattress, that I bought from you many years ago. 

I would appreciate any recommendations you could share.

Many thanks, Jim

 

Hi Jim,

I'm happy to hear that your mattress has lasted so long. 

We specialize in mattresses that don't require frequent replacing...unlike most of today's mattresses.

The Old Fashioned Two-Sided Brolynn Mattress in Plush is my recommendation.

The individually pocketed coils, made of heavy double tempered steel, provide the firm, contouring upward support a damaged back needs to relieve your chronic pain.

The upholstery is made of natural plant based polyurethane foam...comfortable, but not too soft.

Click on this link to view specifications and pricing:

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

UPS Shipping is Free.

 

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

You Should Know 

 

Using an old box spring to support any new mattress will cause premature wear and void the manufacturer’s warranty.

https://themattressexpert.com/mattress-foundations/magniflex-kd-foundations/

 

A waterproof mattress protector will extend the life of a mattress by keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry.

https://themattressexpert.com/waterproof-mattress-protectors-encasements/

 

Website: https://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Voicemail: 856-874-6894

Sleep Number Mattress not working for a 450 pound woman.

Ginger writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I am currently sleeping on a Sleep Number Mattress.  

To me, it feels like I am just dealing with it, like when I go camping.

It is NOT comfortable, as the salesman promised it would be.  

I'm a very large woman, weighing close to 450 pounds.

I have a frozen shoulder, fibromyalgia, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis and severe osteoarthritis. 

I sleep alone but I also have positional vertigo, so I sleep catty-corner so I never feel like I am falling.

This sleep number bed is certainly not working!  

I would love to hear from you.

Thanks, Ginger

 

Hi Ginger,

Not only is a Sleep Number the wrong mattress for someone your size, it’s the wrong mattress for most people. An air mattress is like a waterbed, relying on displacement rather than providing real support.

 

You're going to need a mattress strong enough to support your weight and provide proper spinal support, which you're not getting with an air bag. And you'll also need surface comfort for your other issues that the memory foam that's on top of that air bag is also not providing.

It's a tall order and not something you'll get with any mattress.

This will require a combination of products.

First, a mattress firm enough and strong enough to hold you and provide the support your spine requires.

That mattress is the Wolf Adrian...a very firm mattress with heavy interlocking coils.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/wolf-mattress/adrian/

 

Add to that, a Suite Sleep 3" Soft Organic Latex Mattress Topper.

Pure Latex is and has been the most durable, most resilient upholstery material for the past 100 years.

Latex Foam is hypoallergenic.

Shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/xcart5/suite-organic-latex-topper.html

UPS/FedEx Shipping is Free.

 

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

You Should Know 

 

Using an old box spring to support any new mattress will cause premature wear and void the manufacturer’s warranty.

https://themattressexpert.com/mattress-foundations/magniflex-kd-foundations/

 

A waterproof mattress protector will extend the life of a mattress by keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry.

https://themattressexpert.com/waterproof-mattress-protectors-encasements/

 

Website: https://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Voicemail: 856-874-6894

I'm looking to replace an old Sealy Posturepedic Ivy Ridge Plush Mattress.

Nancy writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I'm looking to replace an old Sealy Posturepedic Ivy Ridge Plush Mattress.

I know that Sealy doesn't make these anymore, now that Tempur-Pedic owns them.

From reading your blog posts, the Wolf Brolynn Old Fashioned Two-Sided Mattress comes close.

Do I order this in plush or firm. My Ivy Ridge is called plush, but isn't very soft.

I like it that way and would like to stay with the same feel.

What do you recommend for a new box spring?

Thanks, Nancy

 

Hi Nancy,

The Wolf Brolynn Old Fashioned Two-Sided Mattress is an excellent choice for similar quality.

Here is the link, showing specifications and prices.

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

The “Plush” is the more comfortable.

And like your Ivy Ridge Plush, it’s not too soft.

The feel will be very much the same.

 

UPS shipping is Free

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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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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Which mattress does The Mattress Expert sleep on at home?

Dana writes:

 

Hi Pete,

Which mattress does The Mattress Expert sleep on at home?

I figure that such a mattress would be good enough for me.

Thanks, Dana

 

Hi Dana,

Here is a link to the mattress my wife and I sleep on.

The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush

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

This mattress provides excellent support, comfort and longevity.

It is extremely well made.

Delivery is FREE

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

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

Voicemail: 1-856-874-6894 

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I'm sick and tired of buying mattress after mattress!

Ed writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I'm sick and tired of buying mattress after mattress! There are way too many bad mattresses out there!

So, I'm asking straight up, "What's the Best, Most Comfortable, Longest Lasting Mattress?".

My wife and I are a bit heavier than average sizes, but not overly so.

We need firm support and a comfortable sleeping surface.

And we want this mattress to last a whole lot longer than the mattresses they sell at stores.

I've had enough of the poor quality and lousy customer service.

I did some research and found that you have an excellent reputation for offering quality products and "amazing customer service", according to a number of reviews I've read.

We look forward to your recommendations!

Thanks, Ed

 

Hi Ed,

The best, most comfortable, supportive and longest lasting mattress is the same one we sleep on at home.

The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress is also our most popular mattress.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

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

All of the components of this mattress are of the highest quality.

My wife and I exceed 200 lbs., each. Our mattress is several years old and still in like new condition.

Due to the high quality of the components used in this mattress, it is not as soft as it sounds.

"Comfort" is a subjective thing, with each person's idea of comfort being somewhat different.

 

About 10% of the people buying this mattress go on to order a soft latex topper to make it more comfortable.

I recommend waiting until after your new mattress arrives and you've taken the time to try get used to it.

After a few days, you can then decide if adding a latex topper is something you need.

The Suite Sleep 2" or 3" Soft Pure, Organic Latex Topper is hypoallergenic and the highest quality latex.

Shown here:

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

Delivery is FREE

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

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

Voicemail: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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

I've been a long time fan of your mattress blog.

Joe writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I've been a long time fan of your mattress blog...been reading for years.

We need a new mattress and I've decided to go with the one you and your wife sleep on.

If the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress is good enough for "The Expert", I'm sure it'll work well enough for my wife and I.

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

I went to a local mattress store to see what they had to say.

The first thing I noticed was the smell. 

The toxic chemical off gassing from all the memory foam hit me the moment I walked through the door.

The salesman was personable, but a true BS artist.

He went on about how great memory foam is and tried to sell me the most expensive mattress he had.

The experience was exactly as you've described in some of your blog posts.

 

Thank you for everything you do. My order will be coming over today.

Thanks, Joe

 

Hi Joe,

I couldn't have put it better, myself.

I'll keep an eye out for your order and get it processed right away.

As you may already know, the price you see is complete.

This mattress comes with white glove delivery.

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

Delivery is free throughout the US & Canada.

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

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

Voicemail: 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.

Ann writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I see you have a lot of mattresses by Natura and another brand. 

I am wondering why the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress is what you often recommend.  

I, too, am over 200 lbs, 63 years old, but working on reducing that to save my knees and overall health. 

I have osteopenia (precursor of osteoporosis) and have started breaking things in falls.   

I feel like if I can get better sleep, it will be easier to work on everything else.  

I also have a DDD, degenerative disc disease.

 

Is that mattress as close as it gets (with better lasting power) to that Sealy Artesia HD I slept on so well? 

Or would you recommend a different mattress? 

Right now, apart from that Marriott bed, I sleep better on a large air mattress, very full, than on most mattresses, and my couch is also better than most beds.  

I have changed hotels in the past just due to mattress discomfort in the middle of a trip!  

I'm inclined to try what you recommend, in a twin, to see if it works as a replacement in a guest bedroom. 

Then go from there to a queen in my bedroom if I sleep well on the twin.  

(is there a difference, do you think, between the twin and queen?)  

And is there another mattress you would recommend instead of the Natura Greenspring Ultra-plush?

Best regards, Ann

 

Good Morning Ann,

What caused you to sleep so well on that hotel mattress is the individually pocketed coils that contour to the shape of the body and maintain the natural alignment of the spine.

What that mattress didn’t have is what most of today’s mattresses have…memory foam upholstery. It’s the memory foam in most mattresses that causes you to sleep poorly.

The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush has that coil system and is upholstered with natural, hypoallergenic latex…which is far more resilient than memory foam.

 

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

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

 

Due to the high quality of the components, this mattress does have a firmer feel than the designation of “Ultra Plush” sounds.

The feel will be a bit firmer in a Twin size than a Queen size, due to area size.

 

If the feel is firmer that you like, you can always add a soft latex topper.

Which topper would depend on how much extra softness you what…something you won’t know until after you’ve slept on it for a few nights.

 

This is the best choice for someone of your size, age and physical condition.

Delivery is free

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

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

Voicemail: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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

 

 

We flipped our Stearns and Foster mattress over and added a latex topper.

Nicole writes:

Hi Pete,

We flipped our Stearns and Foster mattress over and added a latex topper, as you suggested.

My husband is having less back pain, as you said. So, yay! 

I, however, cannot sleep a wink. 

It’s too firm for me and I am constantly tossing and turning trying to get comfortable. 

And he can feel every move because the latex is buoyant. 

I find myself waking up on my stomach and I have never, ever been a stomach sleeper. Strange! 

Perhaps I need a better pillow? Any thoughts? I can’t find the right loft! 

I can feel that I’m not aligned and I constantly move trying to get some rest.

 

I’m so ready to figure this out.

I’ve been seeing an orthopedic Dr for strange arthritis symptoms and they’re in the process of testing for rheumatoid. Perhaps that’s a reason for the sleep struggles? 

I just want to be comfortable… and I think a pillow is the next step. Best for petite side sleeper?

Thanks again for everything!

Nicole

 

Hi Nicole,

Stomach sleeping is the most comfortable sleeping position on a too firm mattress.

If sticking with that mattress and sleeping position, a thin pillow is called for.

I would suggest going to Bed Bath and Beyond for that.

Finding the right pillow is extremely tricky. BB&B has a large selection and will take back anything they sell…allowing you to wade through their selection without having to keep any of them that don’t work for you.

 

Side sleeping on a hard surface won’t be possible without causing pain to the hip and shoulder. 

So, there’s little point in getting a pillow for the side sleeping position.

 

While at BB&B, you might look into an “Alternative Down” comforter to further soften the surface, which might allow you to sleep on your side.

Real down flattens out much to quickly. Alternative down, aka synthetic down, keeps it’s loft much better.

 

If going with a new mattress, you’ll be able to use your existing box spring and latex topper. I recommend the Wolf Old Fashioned Two Sided Brolynn Plush Mattress.

Shown here:

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

Despite the reasonable price, it’s much better made than anything S&F has made since January 2014, when their entire line went bad, due to the memory foam.

 

UPS shipping is FREE.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

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

Voicemail: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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

Back pain returned with a vengeance on a memory foam mattress.

Carol writes:

Hi Pete,

A very smooth talking salesman convinced me that a memory foam mattress was the way to go.

He made it sound so wonderful and the floor sample was comfortable when I tried it at the store.

And for the first couple of months, or so, he was right. It felt great and I sleep wonderfully well.

All that came to crashing halt, shortly after the 90 day trial period.

Now, the mattress is sinking.

And not only has my back pain returned with a vengeance, I have new pains I never had before.

As it is now, I can't return this expensive mattress and can't afford to buy a new one.

I can't sleep on this anymore and have move to the sofa until I can figure out what to do.

Please, help me.

Thanks, Carol

 

Hi Carol,

It's probably of little help to know you're not alone.

This sort of thing happens to many people who are taken in by all the hype surrounding mattresses

upholstered with memory foam.

 

Your mattress is made to be one-sided. However, the memory foam is only on the top.

Flip your mattress over to the poly foam side, which is considerably firmer. Do that today.

Add to that anything you may have to soften the surface, like a comforter.

You'll find that you'll sleep a whole lot better tonight.

 

For a long term solution, consider adding a soft latex topper.

Latex is and has always been the best upholstery material for the last 100 years.

Memory foam has proven to be the worst upholstery material over its 20+ year history.

The Suite Sleep 3" Soft Pure, Organic Latex Mattress Topper is the best latex on the planet.

Shown Here:

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

Delivery is FREE

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

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

Voicemail: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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