The Mattress Expert

My Sealy mattress has made me very sick.

Kelly writes:

Hi Pete,

My Sealy mattress has made me very sick, from the toxic fumes and chemicals.

I finally figured it out and threw it away. It was only a year old.

It's now three days later, and I am feeling much better.

Hopefully I won't get cancer.

Kelly

 

Good Morning Kelly,

Thank you for sharing your experience.

You should be made aware of what it was that caused your problem.

It's the memory foam upholstery that off gasses the toxic chemicals from which it's made.

All of the major brands have been sold to investors and all are using the same toxic memory foam to upholster their mattresses.

Simply switching brands to another name brand, that you once could trust to make a quality mattress, will end with the same result.

 

If you are in need of a good quality mattress, take a look at the ones we carry.

NONE of them off gas.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/

 

Delivery is Free

 

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

 

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Returning an Awara Mattress.

Jessica writes:

 

Good Afternoon! 
Hoping you can provide me with a recommendation :) 

Here is where we are at in our mattress journey. 

I came across your blog while trying to find a replacement mattress. 

We have been trying out the Awara hybrid after months of research but are returning it because of poor edge support and overall dissatisfaction with the quality of construction. 

We opted for Awara originally because we wanted a more natural mattress that doesn't have harmful chemicals. My husband and I are average size and mostly side sleepers. 

We prefer a medium firm to firm mattress. 

When stopping by a local mattress store to lay on a few options we realized we really prefer hybrid mattresses and especially liked the black series Simmons Beautyrest in medium firm but unfortunately the price tag was pretty large for a king size and there wasn't great information on if the mattress was toxic at all and would off gas over time. 

I would love your thoughts as you do seem to be an expert. Based on reading your blogs it sounds like you would recommend this one: 
https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/tulah-luxury-plush-eurotop/

 

Is there any more information or reviews I can find for that mattress? 

With there not being a trial period, I am very nervous to make that large of a purchase without doing as much due diligence as I can to ensure it will be a good fit for us. 

 

Thanks so much!

Jessica 

 

Hi Jessica,

What you’re looking for in terms of edge support, is a question.

The Wolf Tulah Luxury Plush Eurotop Mattress has edge support that supports you well enough in a prone position, when you’re lying close to the edge of the mattress.

It doesn’t have good edge support for sitting.

 

It’s a firm mattress…firmer than the name indicates.

We have family and friends who sleep on that mattress and they like it very much.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/tulah-luxury-plush-eurotop/

It’s something we recommend for average size people.

If you’re heavier than average, we recommend the Natura of Canada Greenspring Mattresses, 

which are stronger, and with a substantial seating edge.

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

The ultra plush model is the most comfortable. It, too, is not as soft as it sounds.

This is the mattress my wife and I sleep on. It’s 9+ years old and still in like new condition. Each of us weigh more than 200 lbs.

 

The Natura Mattress comes with White Glove Delivery.

The Wolf mattress comes shrink wrapped, rolled and boxed with FedEx Delivery.

 

Delivery is free.

The Wolf mattress arrives within 2 weeks.

The Natura Mattress takes 4-6 weeks.

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

 

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My Sealy mattress has made me very ill from the toxic fumes and chemicals.

Kelly writes:

 

Hi Pete,

My Sealy mattress has made me very ill from the toxic fumes and chemicals. 

I finally figured it out and threw it away. It was only a year old. 

It's now three days later, and I am feeling much better. 

Hopefully I won't get cancer.
Kelly

 

Good Morning Kelly,

Thank you for sharing your experience.

You should be made aware of what it was that caused your problem.

It's the memory foam upholstery that off gasses the toxic chemicals from which it's made.

All of the major brands have been sold to investors and all are using the same toxic memory foam to upholster their mattresses.

Simply switching brands to another name brand, that you once could trust to make a quality mattress, will end with the same result.

 

If you are in need of a high-quality mattress that has NO Memory Foam in it, click on this link:

Natura of Canada Greenspring Line of Mattresses:

 

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

 

My wife and I have been sleeping on the Ultra Plush model for the past 9 years.

It's no less than a great mattress...supportive, comfortable and long lasting.

 

White Glove Delivery is Free...Anywhere within the Continental US & Canada.

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

 

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

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

 

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Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

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I fell for all the sales hype about memory foam mattresses.

Bill writes:

 

Hi Pete,

Thank you for your blog. I happened upon it last night and did a lot of reading.

Thanks to the information you have shared, I now know what went wrong.

I'm a young fellow, reasonably fit and without any physical damage to address.

Like so many, I fell for all the sales hype about memory foam mattresses, and bought into it.

As you have noted, it felt great to try at the store.

It provided me with a great night's sleep for the first couple of months.

It lasted just long enough to get me past the 60 day trial period. Now, I'm stuck.

Just as you have said, I sink too far into it. My back hurts and my arms and legs are going numb.

I had dismissed the headaches, not realizing that the memory foam off gassing was causing them.

 

So, what I want is an all foam mattress that feels great for many years.

I've looked at the all latex mattresses that you often recommend, but they are too expensive for me.

I've considered flipping this mattress and adding a latex topper, another of your recommendations, but just want to get rid of this chemical laden memory foam mattress altogether.

 

I need your help.

What mattress can you recommend to me that gives me what I want, has NO Memory Foam in it, and at a price I can afford.

Thanks, Bill

 

Hi Bill,

Latex does everything that memory foam is advertised to do, without any of the negative side effects and providing a great night's sleep for many years....not just months.

Your memory foam mattress isn't made of all memory foam. 

Depending on the model, it's a couple/few inches of memory foam atop several inches of high density polyurethane foam...which is why flipping it and adding a latex topper works so well.

But, as you have said, the chemical off gassing will still be there.

Best solution is a mattress made the same way as your mattress is, but with latex on top instead of memory foam.

The Natura of Canada Latex/Poly Foam Hybrid Mattresses will give you what you want, and at the right price.

Click on this link to view the selection:

https://themattressexpert.com/natura-mattresses/natura-latex-level-1-mattress/

You'll find two choices of comfort. These mattresses DO NOT Off Gas.

These mattresses come with white glove delivery.
Delivery includes set-up in your bedroom and removal of all packing materials.

Delivery is free 

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

 

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

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

 

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I like memory foam, but need a mattress that sleeps cool.

Jerry writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I like memory foam, but need a mattress that sleeps cool.

The memory foam mattresses I've purchased sleep hot.

Even the gel memory foam, which they say sleeps cool, doesn't. Not all night, at any rate.

They're not hot for the first few hours, then get really hot.

What's up with that?!

Do you know of a memory foam mattress that actually does sleep cool?

Thanks, Jerry

 

Hi Jerry,

Memory foam is a temperature sensitive material. It softens as it warms from your body's heat.

It then reflects that heat back to you. It's that temperature sensitivity that also causes memory foam to wear quickly.

It's what allows you to sink into the foam, which eliminates your spine's natural alignment.

The Gel infused memory foams delay that.

But sooner or later, the gel reaches a saturation point and you're back in the heat.

There is a product that works like memory foam that is NOT temperature sensitive.

 

If you like memory foam, you'll love Magniflex Mattresses.

For you specifically, The Magniflex MagniCool Mattresses are the coolest.

Magniflex is a chemical free, cool, health and long lasting alternative to memory foam.

It provides everything memory foam promises, with none of the negative side effects.

 

Here is a link to The Magniflex MagniCool Mattress selection:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/magniflex-mattresses/magniflex-magnicool-mattresses/

Shipping is Free.

 

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

 

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

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

 

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Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

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If you like memory foam, you'll LOVE Magniflex Mattresses.

If you like memory foam, you’ll LOVE Magniflex 

No Sleeping Hot, No VOCs, No Chemical Off Gassing, 20 Year Warranty

A Healthy, Chemical Free, Cool &
Durable Alternative to Memory Foam

 

8 models from which to choose.

Shipping is Free.

 

Click on this link to view the selection of Magniflex Mattresses (Made in Italy)

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/magniflex-mattresses/

 

 

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

If you like Memory Foam, you'll LOVE Magniflex Mattresses.

If you like Memory Foam, you'll LOVE Magniflex Mattresses

 

The feel you like that memory foam provides.

NOT Tempurature Sensitive...NO Sinking Through...NO Sleeping Hot.

NO Chemicals...No Off Gassing

LONG LASTING...20 Year Warranty.

 

Click on this link to see Magniflex's Selection of Mattresses>>>>

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/magniflex-mattresses/

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

Why does my memory foam mattress smell so bad?

Why does my memory foam mattress smell so bad?

 

That bad odor that your memory foam mattress is exuding, is the release of the toxic chemicals from which it's made. Memory foam consists of 61 different chemicals, some of which are highly toxic and carcinogenic.

Formaldehyde and Benzene are only two of them...and the most prominent.

Much of the memory foam sold in this country is produced in China.

Most of the memory foam sold in the U.S. presents a health hazard to every living being in your home.

 

Is there a chemical free alternative?

 

Magniflex Mattresses, Made in Italy, are a health, chemical free way to enjoy that type of mattress.

Magniflex Mattresses are a Healthy, Chemical Free, Cool & Durable Alternative to Memory Foam.

Click on this link to view the Magniflex Selection of High Quality Mattresses:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/magniflex-mattresses/

 

Shipping is Free. 

Chemical Free…NO Off Gassing 

Not Temperature Sensitive…No More Sleeping Hot

20 Years Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty…Won’t Wear Prematurely 

 

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

What do you recommend as an Alternative to Memory Foam Mattresses?

Bethany writes:

 

Hi Pete,

What do you recommend as an Alternative to Memory Foam Mattresses?

Memory foam mattresses always feel so good in the store, but not so much after a short while.

As I've read many of your blog posts, and agree with your displeasure with the chemical off gassing.

It actually made me sick.

Can you recommend a mattress that feels similar, without all the negative side effects?

Does such a mattress even exist?

Thanks, Bethany 

 

Hi Bethany,

Actually, such a mattress does exist...and there is good selection of them.

 

As you may have read, memory foam consists of 61 different chemicals, some of which are highly toxic.

It's the off gassing of these toxic chemicals that made you sick.

Memory foam sleeps hot because it's a temperature sensitive material. 

It softens as it warms from your body heat, and then reflects that heat back to you.

Memory foam is specifically designed to wear quickly, so that it needs frequent replacing.

And once it starts to wear, it throws off your spine's natural alignment, causing back pain.

 

Made in Italy, Magniflex Mattresses are Thee Healthy, Chemical Free, Cool & Durable Alternative to Memory Foam.

Magniflex Mattresses really are so much better than memory foam!

Magniflex mattress have a similar feel to memory foam without any of the negative side effects.

Magniflex mattresses are not temperature sensitive, so they sleep cool, and lasts for many years.

 

 

There are 8 different models in their line of mattresses.

The MagniCool 12 Gel Model is the softest of them. There are 3 Models in the MagniCool Series.

Shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/magniflex-mattresses/magniflex-magnicool-mattresses/

 

The MagniStretch Series is designed to relieve back pain, by gently stretcking your spine as you sleep.

There are 3 models in this series, as well.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/magniflex-mattresses/magniflex-magnistretch-mattress/

Here is a link to the entire line of Magniflex Mattresses.

The Classico is their most reasonably priced, while The Toscana is their most popular model.

Shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/magniflex-mattresses/

 

All are available as Mattress Only, with their Foundation, or with their Adjustable Bed Bases.

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

Do the Wolf mattresses have the California Prop 65 cancer warning?

Shane writes:

 

Hi Pete,

Do the Wolf mattresses have the California Prop 65 cancer warning?

Thanks, Shane

 

Good Morning Shane,

Neither Wolf, nor anything else we carry has the California prop 65 cancer warning.

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

 

 

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