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Wednesday, February 24, 2021

Recommendation for a Mattress and Latex Topper.

Joel writes:
 
Hi Pete,
Wanted your recommendation for a mattress and latex topper.
I weight 230, the wife is 120. Both of us sleep side and stomach sleepers.
I have back issues. My wife has hip issues.
We do seem to like the Westin Heavenly bed when we stay there, but see that they have little longevity.
Recommendations?
Thanks, Joel
 
Hi Joel,
What makes the Heavenly Bed so comfortable is the individually pocketed coils, which contour to the shape of the body, maintaining the natural alignment of the spine. The steel from which the coils are made is not tempered, so they don’t hold up very well. The upholstery materials aren’t that great, either...in terms of longevity.
 
My recommendation is for the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush.
The coils system is the same as in the Heavenly Bed...with a higher coil count and double tempered steel. The upholstery is natural Talalay Latex, which is far superior to the upholstery materials used in the Heavenly Bed.
 
That mattress, shown here:
Liberta-mattress-on-a-10in-Organic-foundation-with-Organic-pillows-1
I recommend waiting until after you get the mattress to determine if you even need a latex topper. 
If you do, then order a Suite Sleep latex topper.
They are made of pure, 100% all natural latex...the highest quality latex on the planet.
Here is a link to those:
Suite Organic Latex Topper
 
The mattress comes with white glove delivery, which includes set up in your bedroom and removal of your old mattress/set.
The latex topper arrives via FedEx.
 
Delivery is free for both 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. 
 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 


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Posted at 12:40 PM in Back Pain, Back Problems, Hip Pain, Hotel Mattress, Latex Hybrid Mattress, Latex Innerspring Mattress, Mattress Advice, Natura Greenspring Liberta | | Comments (0)

Thursday, February 18, 2021

Mr. Grumpy Pants on a Tempurpedic Cloud Mattress.

Prasith writes:
 
Hey Pete,
I need some mattress advice. 
My wife and I transitioned from an older sleep number bed to a tempurpedic cloud mattress back in July 2020. 
It’s been nearly impossible for me to get use to the tempur-cloud. 
I even called tempur and they said I needed to break it in. 
Well, it never broke in at least for me. 
However, I kept the mattress thinking I’ll eventually get use to it. 
And, my wife seems to sleep fine from day one vs the sleep number bed. 
So happy wife, happy life. Well not anymore and I’m being Mr. Grumpy pants after 6 months.
 
I’m 5’9 178lb and I normally start my sleep on my back. 
However, in the middle of the night I have to roll to my side with this tempur-cloud.
Everyday, I always wake up early because of new lower back, hip and shoulder problems. 
It seems like an ongoing battle with this darn mattress. 
However, my wife sleeps just fine...(5’1 125).
 
Looking to go with some other mattress. 
I never struggled sleeping with coil type until it starts sagging in the middle and also causing kink neck. 
Sleep number just got a little too cool and started to sag from deflation.
 
Any suggestions? I’m way outside the 90 day with the tempur-cloud and I only kept it for the wife. 
Not interested in flipping the mattress over and buying a topper to compromise. 
Thanks, Prasith
 
Hi Prasith,
There are exceptions to every rule of thumb.
Tempurpedic is a love it or hate it product.
The smaller one is, the more likely it is that they’ll like it.
The larger one is, the less likely.
 
There’s nothing that does more to relieve back pain maintaining the spine’s natural alignment. 
Memory foam does a lousy job of that.
What does the best job, is an individually pocketed coil unit.
It also helps if there’s no memory foam on it.
 
There is one rule of thumb to which there are rare exceptions.
“Do right by your mother in law or suffer the wrath of your wife”.
Ok, ok, so I made that up.
Even so, it’s still true.
 
Here’s a link to the Wolf Tulah Plush Eurotop Mattress...the one I sent to my mother-in-law who is quite happy with it.
She’s a larger woman with back problems.
 
This mattress uses double tempered steel individually pocketed coils and is upholstered with latex and convoluted plant based poly foam...NO Memory Foam.
If your wife likes your Tempurpedic, she’ll like this.
If your wife is comfortable on a Tempurpedic, she’ll be comfortable on anything.
 
If you’ve read my blog posts to any extent, you’ll know that my opinion of memory foam is very low.
Here’s a link to the Wolf Tulah...excellent support, comfort and longevity.
Wolf Tulah Euro Top (1)
 
Shipping 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. 
 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 


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Posted at 09:45 AM in Air Mattress, Back Pain, Body Impressions/ Sagging, Hip Pain, Latex Hybrid Mattress, Latex Innerspring Mattress, Lower Back Pain, Mattress Advice, Memory Foam, Shoulder Pain, Tempurpedic Memory Foam , Wolf Mattress | | Comments (0)

Friday, January 22, 2021

Hip, Shoulder and Back Pain on a Simmons Beautyrest Bradford Mattress.

Mary writes:
 
Hi Pete, 
I bought a Simmons Beautyrest Bradford queen mattress, 6 months ago, for hip and shoulder pain.
I was told it would relieve the pressure in those areas, only to find it’s made it worst along with a sore back. 
It was not an inexpensive purchase. I'm so disappointed, along with the pain. 
What mattress would you recommend or is there a mattress topper I could use to help.
Thank you, Mary
 
Hi Mary,
A latex mattress topper works if the mattress is too firm.
If that the problem with your mattress, then simply add a Suite Sleep Pure, All Natural Soft Organic Latex Topper.
The 2" is good. the 3" is better.
Suite Organic Latex Topper
Shipping 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. 
 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 


Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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

Posted at 12:05 PM in Back Pain, Body Aches, Hip Pain, Latex, Mattress Toppers, Pressure Point Pain, Shoulder Pain, Simmons Beautyrest | | Comments (0)

Wednesday, January 20, 2021

A Mattress Recommendation - Back, Hip and Shoulder Pain.

Karin writes:
 
Hi Pete,
I’m hoping you can offer me a mattress recommendation.  
My husband is 6’4” 220# and sleeps 50% on his back and 50% on his side. 
He has back problems and prefers a firmer mattress as a result.  
I am 5’2” 135#, a side sleeper, and have trouble with pain in shoulders and hips, so I need a soft surface.  
We prefer a Cal King size.
Can you tell me if the mattress recommendation includes a box spring?  
Can I use my old ones with a new mattress?
 
Thank you for your time,
Karin
 
Hi Karin,
I, too, am over 200 lbs. with a very bad back.
What he requires is a mattress that provides firm support, which does not mean that the surface must be firm as well. A comfortable sleeping surface relieves pressure at the hip and shoulder without sacrificing the underlying firm support.
 
I’m recommending the same mattress my wife and I sleep on at home.
She, too, is over 200 lbs. 
And despite our weights, our mattress remains in like new condition after more than 5 years of use.
I sleep and wake without back pain, thanks to the firm individually pocketed coil system that maintains the natural alignment of the spine.
 
The upholstery material is latex, which is comfortable without allowing you to sink.
Latex is and has been the best upholstery material for the last 100 years.
There is no memory foam in this mattress, which is the worst upholstery material ever invented and most commonly used in today’s mattresses.
 
It isn’t recommended to use old foundations, as doing so immediately voids the warranty of the new mattress. 
As you’ll see by the price difference, you’ll risk much to save little...the definition of penny wise and dollar foolish.
I recommend the 5” foundation for your ease of getting in and out of bed.
 
Here is a link to that mattress...the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush.
Liberta-mattress-on-a-10in-Organic-foundation-with-Organic-pillows-1

 
Don’t let the description of “ultra plush” throw you.
Due to the high quality of the components, it’s not as soft as it sounds.
 
This mattress comes with white glove delivery, including set up in your bedroom and removal of your old mattress.
Delivery is free and there’s no sales tax.
 
Due to the pandemic, they take several weeks to ship.
It’s not the mattress to buy if you’re in a hurry.
 
 
 
 
 
Thanks, Pete
 
VERY IMPORTANT:
Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase its longevity.
We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 
 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 


Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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

Posted at 09:57 AM in Back Pain, Back Problems, Hip Pain, Latex Hybrid Mattress, Latex Innerspring Mattress, Mattress Advice, Natura Greenspring Liberta, Shoulder Pain | | Comments (0)

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Body Impressions in a Purple Mattress.

Kimberly writes:
 
Hi Pete,
Thank you, so much, for your site.  
I’ve referenced it for a long time, but this is the first time I’ve seeked your advice.  
Usual story, my husband and I have purchased many mattresses. It’s become a joke with my friends.  
We find a mattress, it's great for a year and a half, or so, and then aches and pains galore.  
So, our most recent mattress is a Purple 2.  Loved, loved, loved it for the first year.  
Then as with most plush toppers, it lost the comfort and support.  
And now, the body impressions are very apparent.  
 
My husband is 230lbs 5’11”  I am 5’5” 200lbs.  I sleep on my back for most of the night, always in one position. Occasionally, but not much, on my side due to hip bursitis. My husband is a side and back sleeper.  
I recently purchased a Dunlop latex 3” topper.  Nice and plush but I still feel the indentations.  
I thought I liked a bit more firm than my hubby, but now I think my body aches want a little more plush.  
Hubby likes plush.  He’s also had some lower back problems.  
In reading your advice to others, I am considering these 2 mattresses.  
Can you tell me if I’m on the right path, or if there is something else, you’d recommend?  
 
I prefer an innerspring with a soft top. So, the Greenspring Liberta Plush or the Ultra Plush appealed to me.  
I thought the Plush would be a medium firm and I could add my latex topper or should we go for the Ultra Plush?  
How can I tell if my foundation needs to be replaced?
As with most people who come to you, I’ve wasted a lot of money on mattresses and the BUCK has gotta stop here.  
I look forward to your reply.  Thank you for your time, Kimberly 
 
Good Morning Kimberly,
Given your sizes, you can be assured that your current foundation is worn.
To what degree, is unknown.
However, If you were to buy a mattress and put it on your old foundation, you will immediately void the warranty of the mattress. That would be true of any mattress.
As you can see by the cost difference between the set and mattress only, you'll save little and risk much.
 
You are on the right path for your choice of mattress.
My wife and I are, very much, the same size as the two of you.
I have a great number of disc related back problems...diagnosed 18 years ago.
My wife has a sensitive hip.
We have the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush at home.
Due to the high quality of the components, all of the Greenspring mattresses are firmer than their comfort designation make them sound...especially when compared to what you can normally find in stores.
Because it is not as soft as it sounds, we have added a 3" Plush Latex Topper for my wife's hip.
 
We've had that mattress for 5 years.
It is, still, in like new condition.
I sleep and wake without back pain.
 
I recommend the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush mattress for you and your husband.
Liberta-mattress-on-a-10in-Organic-foundation-with-Organic-pillows-1
Use the latex topper, that you already own, on top.
The low profile 5" foundation is the one to get.
 
This mattress comes with white glove delivery, which includes set-up in your bedroom and removal of your old set..
Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.
 
While you wait for it to arrive, flip your mattress over and add the latex topper to that flip side.
 
 
 
 
We recommend using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.
Keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry will extend the life of the mattress.
 
 
Thanks, Pete
Phone: 856-874-6894

Posted at 09:37 AM in Back Pain, Body Aches, Body Impressions/ Sagging, Disc Issues, Dunlop Latex, Hip Pain, Lower Back Pain, Mattress Advice, Natura Greenspring Liberta | | Comments (0)

Monday, September 07, 2020

We Hate Our 3 Year Old Memory Foam Mattress.

Simone writes;
 
Hi Pete,
We have a 3 year old memory foam mattress that we've grown to hate. 
In particular, I wake up (sometimes throughout the night) with lots of hip pain. 
I'm mostly a side sleeper, but do sometimes sleep on my back or stomach. 
My husband just has a hard time getting comfortable, and sometimes wakes up with neck or shoulder pain. 
He is 6'5" and about 235 lbs. I am 5'7" and currently about 200 lbs (but pregnant) - normally around 170 lbs. 
I'm in my 30s, he's in his early 40s. I think our mattress is too firm. 
My hips end up at weird angles because I don't sink in so that my pelvis aligns properly around my spine. 
This was already a problem before pregnancy, but it certainly hasn't gotten better. 
We'd prefer to go with a topper because our mattress isn't that old, but we're open to replacing it if we have to.
Can you make any recommendations?
Thanks, Simone
 
Hi Simone,
A good quality latex topper is expensive.
A good quality mattress that isn’t expensive, will give you better support and comfort than adding a good topper to a bad mattress.
The mattress I have in mind, is the Wolf Tulah Plush Eurotop.
Shown here: 
Wolf Tulah Euro Top (1)

Shipping is free and there’s no sales tax.
 
 
 
 
We recommend using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.
Keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry will extend the life of the mattress.
 
 
Thanks, Pete
Phone: 856-874-6894

Posted at 10:48 AM in Gotcha Covered Bedding, Hip Pain, Latex Hybrid Mattress, Mattress Advice, Mattress Protector, Mattress Toppers, Memory Foam, Neck Pain, No Memory Foam, Shoulder Pain, Sleep & Beyond Mattress Protector, Wolf Mattress | | Comments (0)

Friday, September 04, 2020

Hip Pain on a 3 Year Old Memory Foam Mattress. Topper or New Mattress?

Simone writes:

Hi Pete,

We have a 3 year old memory foam mattress that we've grown to hate. 
In particular, I wake up (sometimes throughout the night) with lots of hip pain. 
I'm mostly a side sleeper, but do sometimes sleep on my back or stomach. 
My husband just has a hard time getting comfortable.
He sometimes wakes up with neck or shoulder pain. 
He is 6'5" and about 235 lbs. I am 5'7" and normally 170 lbs. I'm, currently, pregnant at 200 lbs.
I'm in my 30s, he's in his early 40s. 
I think our mattress is too firm, and my hips end up at weird angles because I don't sink in so that my pelvis aligns properly around my spine. 
This was already a problem before pregnancy, but it certainly hasn't gotten better. 
We'd prefer to go with a topper because our mattress isn't that old.
But, we're open to replacing it if we have to.
Can you make any recommendations?
Thanks, Simone
 
Hi Simone,
A good quality latex topper is expensive.
I think it's better to get a good quality mattress, that isn’t much more expensive, will give you better support and comfort than adding a good topper to a bad mattress.
The mattress I have in mind, is the Wolf Tulah Plush Eurotop.
Wolf Tulah Euro Top (1)
Shipping is free and there’s no sales tax.
 
 
 
We recommend using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.
Keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry will extend the life of the mattress.
 
 
Thanks, Pete
Phone: 856-874-6894

Posted at 11:59 AM in Gotcha Covered Bedding, Hip Pain, Latex Hybrid Mattress, Latex Innerspring Mattress, Mattress Advice, Mattress Protector, Memory Foam, Sleep & Beyond Mattress Protector, Wolf Mattress | | Comments (0)

Sunday, August 16, 2020

Simmons Beautyrest Mattress in a Holiday Inn Express.

Julie writes:
 
Hi Pete,
I am digging around on your website and have some questions about mattress selection. 
In many of your blog posts you don’t recommend Simmons at all. 
Yet they are still for sale on the site and I’m unclear if those are the models that you DO recommend.
 
My husband is 6’2”, 210 lbs. and I am 5’6”, 150 lbs. 
We bought our current mattress in 2014 and it makes sleeping one of my most painful activities, and I lift weights. 
For me, it is my neck and hips. For my husband, it is his shoulders.
He’s had two shoulder surgeries and his shoulders go to sleep (no pun intended) on our mattress. 
We just returned from a clandestine pandemic trip to visit my family.
We slept on a Simmons Beautyrest mattress in a new Holiday Inn Express. 
It’s the first time this year I have woken up without my neck hurting.
 
But my research led me to you, saying on your blog that those mattresses won’t last. 
I’m looking for help choosing a new mattress. I’m not necessarily opposed to a latex topper.
Thank you, Julie
 
Hi Julie,
The problem you're having is very common with most of today's mattresses...the Memory Foam upholstery.
The Simmons Beautyrests made for hotels have no memory foam in them.
It's the individually pocketed coil system of the Simmons Beautyrest that allows you to sleep and wake without pain.
That type of coil system maintains the natural alignment of your spine...providing a very good night's sleep.
 
Hotels have long rejected mattresses with memory foam. But, you cannot buy hotel grade mattresses at any retail store.
Name brand mattresses, made for retail, are all upholstered with memory foam.
 
We do carry a limited number of Simmons Beautyrest mattresses.
Whenever we recommend a Simmons Beautyrest mattress, we always recommend using a latex topper to go with it.
The latex insulates you from the memory foam, absorbs most to all of your body weight, which causes the mattress to last longer.
Usually, I'll recommend a Simmons Beautyrest for lighter weight people suffering from fibromyalgia or arthritis.
Simmons' weak coils tend to provide the more gentle support for people suffering with those conditions.
 
I rarely recommend a Simmons mattress for heavier people, as the coil unit isn't strong enough, with coils made of raw,
non-tempered steel. For heavier people, the recommendation would be for a Simmons Beautyrest Black model and latex topper.
However, there are better choices...better, stronger mattresses that will hold up a whole lot longer.
 
Your best choice is The Natura of Canada Greenspring, with their Ultra Plush model being the most comfortable of them.
These, too, use an individually pocketed coil system. 
The double tempered steel coils are stronger, and there are more of them.
Also important is the upholstery...Natural Talalay Latex...and NO Memory Foam.
Those mattresses, shown here:
Liberta-mattress-on-a-10in-Organic-foundation-with-Organic-pillows-1

 
These mattresses come with white glove delivery, which includes set-up and removal of your old mattress.
Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.
 
If you prefer to stick with Simmons, you're looking at the Black L-Class in Medium Firm and
an EverEden Soft 3" All Natural Latex Topper.
Here are links to both of those products.
Simmons-Black-L-Class-Medium-Mattress-Beautyrest-Black-TME

EVEREDEN Topper_side-straps2

A Simmons Beautyrest mattress, purchased at any retail store, is worthless without the latex topper.
It'll need replacing within a couple of years.
The purpose of memory foam is to cause a mattress to need frequent replacing.
 
All of the name brands, that could once be trusted to make quality products, have been sold to investors.
Today, it's no longer about quality. It's all about profit. Memory foam is what is used to enhance those profits.
 
 
 
 
 
We recommend using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.
Keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry will extend the life of the mattress.
 
 
Thanks, Pete
Phone: 856-874-6894

Posted at 01:39 PM in Gotcha Covered Bedding, Hip Pain, Latex Hybrid Mattress, Mattress Advice, Mattress Protector, Mattress Toppers, Natura Greenspring Liberta, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Simmons Beautyrest | | Comments (0)

Wednesday, July 29, 2020

Wolf or Natura Greenspring brand mattresses for Side Sleepers?

Gary writes:
 
Hi Pete,
 
What is better for side sleepers, the Wolf or Natura Greenspring brand mattresses?
Thanks, Gary
 
Hi Gary,
Strictly for the sake of pressure point relief at the hip and shoulder...the major sources of pain for a side sleeper...
The Wolf Hybrid Tulah Plush EuroTop Mattress is the one with the best surface comfort.
The individually pocketed coils will maintain the natural alignment of the spine, which also relieves back pain.
The durability of double tempered steel coils makes a good choice for a large person.
Here’s a link to that mattress.
Wolf Tulah Euro Top (1)

You can order online.
Shipping is free and there’s no sales tax.
 
 
 
 
We recommend using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.
Keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry will extend the life of the mattress.
 
 
Thanks, Pete
Phone: 856-874-6894

Posted at 10:06 AM in Hip Pain, Latex Hybrid Mattress, Pressure Point Pain, Shoulder Pain, Wolf Mattress | | Comments (0)

Tuesday, June 09, 2020

Hip Pain on a Simmons Beautyrest Plush Firm Mattress.

Scott writes:
 
Hi Pete,
I really need your help.
My wife has been having hip pain, sleeping on a Simmons Beautyrest mattress that we bought a few years ago.
Yes, I know, it has memory foam in it, which I know you advise against.
I wish we had known that then, but here we are, with what we have.
I see you recommend a latex topper to relieve hip pain.
Which one would you recommend for us?
Does latex sleep hot, like the memory foam on our mattress does?
Thanks, Scott
 
Hi Scott,
Let me recommend to you, that which we use at home to relieve my wife's hip pain.
Hip pain for a female side sleeper is a common problem.
This problem arises, more so these days, with all the mattresses made with memory foam.
Latex provides long lasting comfort, remaining like new for many years.
Latex Toppers sleep cool and insulate you from the memory foam in the mattress.
I recommend The Pure Bliss 3" Plush Natural Talalay Latex Topper
Shown here:
Pure Talalay Bliss Mattress Topper
Shipping is free and there's no sales tax.
 
 
 
 
We recommend using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.
Keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry will extend the life of the mattress.
 
 
Thanks, Pete
Phone: 856-874-6894

Posted at 10:54 AM in Gotcha Covered Bedding, Hip Pain, Latex, Mattress Advice, Mattress Protector, Mattress Toppers, Pure Talalay Bliss, Simmons Beautyrest | | Comments (0)

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