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Serta iComfort vs. Simmons Beautyrest Black Mattress.

Tom writes:

 

Hi Pete,

My wife and I have narrowed our purchase of a king mattress set down to the Serta iComfort or the Simmons Beautyrest Black.  

I've read a few of good reviews about memory foam and the iComfort, but a lot of bad ones, as well.  

We're both side and back sleepers, and on the heavy side.  

I'm concerned about sinking into the iComfort and whether is sleeps hot.  

But we're tired of the pains in hips and back from innerspring mattresses and thinking the memory foam might provide might be better.  

Can you comment?

Thanks, Tom

 

Hi Tom,

That's what the ads for memory foam say, isn't it?...That it's more comfortable than innersprings that poke you.

It's all a bunch of hooey!

Those good reviews are solicited from those who just bought it. The bad reviews come from those who have had it awhile.

Memory foam is the poorest performing upholstery material ever invented....designed to cause a mattress to need frequent replacing.

 

Both of those mattresses are upholstered with memory foam.

The reason why we carry Simmons and not Serta is that Simmons cures the memory foam before using it. Serta does not.

The difference is that in curing it, the memory foam doesn't off gas the toxic chemicals from which it's made.

The off gassing from the memory foam that Serta uses, presents a health hazard....attacking your respiratory system.

 

In both mattresses, the memory foam sleeps hot and does not wear well.

And, the more you weight, the quicker it wears.

When we recommend a Simmons Beautyrest, we also recommend getting a latex topper to go on it.

Our latex toppers are 100% all natural and chemical free. Adding a latex topper insulates you from the memory foam.

The result is a mattress that sleeps cool and remains like new for many years.

 

We recommend the Simmons Beautyrest Black Desiree in Luxury Firm and the EverEden pure, all natural 2" Soft Talalay Latex Topper.

Links to those products, shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/simmons/beautyrest-black/

Beautyrest Black Mattress by Simmons For Sale | The Mattress Expert Call to Order 1-856-874-6894. Add extra comfort and longevity to your mattress with a removable Latex Pillow Topper https://themattressexpert.com/latex-toppers/ themattressexpert.com

https://themattressexpert.com/talalay-dunlop-latextoppers/

100% All Natural Talalay and Dunlop Latex Mattress Toppers. | The Mattress Expert 100% All-Natural Vytex Dunlop Latex Mattress Toppers. Ever-Eden’s Vytex Dunlop is, virtually, Allergen Free. And while the Vytex Dunlop comes in the same 2 choices of comfort levels, Dunlop is a more dense material and does not have as supple a feel as the Talalay Latex Toppers. themattressexpert.com

 

If you're open to an alternative suggestion, my wife and I, who are also heavy, sleep on a mattress made in Canada.

The Natura of Canada Greenspring in Ultra Plush uses the same pre-compressed, individually pocketed coils system as Simmons.

The coil count is higher and the coils are stronger. More importantly, the upholstery is natural Talalay latex....containing NO Memory Foam.

And because of that, you don't need to buy a separate latex topper for the sake of durability.

We've had our for a few years, and there isn't even the slightest dent in the mattress...and it's comfy.

Here is a link to that line of mattresses:

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

Natura of Canada Greenspring Pocketed Coil and Latex Mattresses | The Mattress Expert The Liberta Firm Mattress delivers improved well being and scrumptious comfort with eco-friendly flair. A layer of NaturaWool™ maintains temperature control and gently buffers pressure points to diminish nighttime tossing and turning. themattressexpert.com

 

Either choice comes with white glove delivery, which includes removal of your old mattress.

Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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I've had an allergic reaction to the toxins in my memory foam mattress.

Carina writes:

Hi Pete,

I have found Your question and answer portion in your website extremely helpful. 

I bought a memory foam from a big chain mattress store and unfortunately I've had an allergic reaction to the toxins in the mattress. 

We are still in our trial period and I am able to return the mattress.  

However, due to the return policy of our purchase, if I were to return the mattress, I would end up losing close to $1000. 

Anyway the mattress store worked with me that they would be able to exchange the memory foam mattress for a Chatham and Wells mattress.

Both, the Franklin euro top or Josephine euro top will cost me another $1250 on top of what I have already spent. 

I am torn between taking the loss of $1000 and use the remaining money I have left to purchase an all latex mattress or spending $1250 for the C&W mattress. 

I am quite concerned with the innerspring because I have had an inner spring for years and they do sag and you start feeling the coils. 

I have never tried a latex mattress, and there are none around me. All I have are samples provided by the latex mattress company. 

I have been playing with them and they seem to be pretty OK. I am hoping you would be able to share some insightful advice. 

Thank you, Carina

 

Hi Carina,

You’re in a tough spot.

What makes your situation even more difficult is that you haven’t fully experienced the pain of memory foam. 

That is to say, you are only aware of it’s toxicity...and have yet to experience that it doesn’t last very long.

Memory foam loses its support and comfort very quickly.

Memory foam is, in fact, the absolute worst upholstery material ever invented.

 

Adding insult to injury, is that worthless comfort guarantee.

I can only tell you that if you want to make a successful long term purchase, you need to avoid mattresses made with memory foam.

I suspect that those Chatham & Wells mattresses are also upholstered with memory foam...as most of today’s mattresses are.

You must be sure about that before deciding.

Ask to see the specifications of those mattresses.

Spending more money on a mattress made with memory foam is a waste of that money.

 

Memory foam has been on the market for 15 years, or so.

Natural Latex is and has been thee best upholstery for the last 100 years.

An all foam mattress, even one made of all latex, isn’t always a good choice.

If you have any disc related back problems, you’d do better with an innerspring mattress that’s upholstered with latex.

The coils of an innerspring mattress provide the pushback support that sort of back problem requires.

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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Hi Pete,

Thank you so much for the quick response!!

 

Here's what it says about the Josephine mattress:

The Josephine Euro Top mattress offers the ultimate package in sleep performance with incredible support and a medium comfort feel. 

This mattress has it all: Joma Wool, talalay latex, the 4” lo-pro wrapped coils, fabric-encased samson coil for advanced durability and comfort. 

In addition, this mattress also features nano coil technology, an additional 1386 micro coils found in the comfort layers designed to delicately contour the body. 

This mattress offers a supreme sleeping experience designed to provide night after night of luxurious, rejuvenating rest.

 

It seems like a heavy duty mattress, but I am a bit skeptical to go with an innerspring mattress again.

I feel less pain and pressure points with the all foam mattress. 

I have scoliosis and do get back pains and pressure points in my shoulders etc.

The all memory foam mattress has definitely alleviated my pain and discomfort which I have experienced in our old innerspring. 

How the foam contours to the body compared to the innerspring has helped with the discomfort. 

Perhaps that is only when the all foam mattress is new and yes I can see how it disintegrates fast down the line. 

I heard that an all latex mattress helps with spinal alignment, but of course I wouldn’t know :) 

Does an all latex mattress have lesser support and lose support rather quickly than an innerspring?

Thank you so much for getting back to me; your answering to my query has been a great treat!

Carina

 

Hi Carina,

That big chain store is one of thee most expensive places to buy a mattress.

And, they have filed for bankruptcy.

 

The info you provided about the Josephine mattress has a lot of buzz words, but no specific information.

I suggest that you get that list of specifications.

It says it has Talalay Latex, but doesn’t say where it is in the mattress or how much of it there is.

 

I also suggest that you shop the internet for a comparable C&W mattress, so that you might get theirs for less money. 

As it is now, it’s way overpriced.

 

Latex is the most comfortable, most resilient, longest lasting upholstery material anywhere on the planet.

It is tons better than anything else, and the antithesis of memory foam.

 

An individually pocketed coil unit, compared to an interlocking coil unit, contours to the body, relieves pressure point pain. 

It maintains the natural alignment of the spine.

The micro coils in that mattress, also relieve pressure, but don’t wear well.

 

I wish you luck.

The mattress industry, on a whole, has gone bad...selling junk mattresses at high prices.

And out of all the retailers out there, the one you chose is among the least consumer friendly places to buy. 

You made a mistake buying from them. 

All in all, I’m afraid you’ll find this to be an expensive and unsatisfactory expensive.

Pete

 

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Hi Pete!!

Thank you for your candor.

 

Yes, it seems that this was a very expensive lesson learned!  

I am going to try and salvage whatever refund or fair exchange I can get from that store, but this is not going to be easy.  

They are very hard to deal with, I have come to find out!!

Thank you, again, Pete...and may you and your family have a wonderful New Year ahead!!

Carina

 

 

A Happy and Healthy New Year to you and yours, Carina

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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Lower back pain on Memory Foam. A new mattress or a latex topper for the old one?

Jason writes:

 

Hi Pete!
I'm starting to look around for a new mattress! 

Just discovered your blog and realized I've been making the mistake of choosing a memory foam top for my innerspring mattress. 

This top is about 2 years old and it's killing me.
My back often is over-tight and the worst time of the day is the morning. 

Sometimes the pain is in the lower back but lately it's been between my shoulder blades.
I'm 28, 6'2'' about 185 and actively playing soccer. 

I prefer a firm mattress also I usually have two pillows and found out that my back benefits when my head rests higher. 

I tried some mattresses today, from all the major brands. 

They seemed really comfortable although I didn't spend more than 2-3 minutes on each. What do you think of them?
Would you be able to help me narrow down the search? 

Thanks, Jason

 

Hi Jason,

I wonder if you need a new mattress, or just a latex topper for the one you have now. 

Memory foam toppers are worthless for comfort and often create pains in the back and the pressure points at the hip and shoulder.

Take a good look at your mattress without the memory foam topper. 

If it seems nice and firm and has an even surface, then I would suggest adding a 2" soft Talalay latex topper...or, a 2" Dunlop Latex topper if you want to keep the surface feel of the firmer side.

Here is a link to the latex toppers. 

They can be ordered on line. UPS Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

https://themattressexpert.com/talalay-dunlop-latextoppers/

100% All Natural Talalay and Dunlop Latex Mattress Toppers ... Soften the surface of a too firm mattress. Insulate yourself from the memory foam in your mattress to Sleep Cool. Extend the comfort life of your mattress. themattressexpert.com

If you need a new mattress, I can tell you that any of the major or minor brands will need replacing in a couple-few years. 

Since the industry went one sided with their mattresses and with all the memory foam they use, life expediencies have plummeted. 

Up to the time you were graduating high school, the mattress industry was a legitimate business, with factories competing to make high quality products. 

Since then, the mattress industry has changed...making disposable mattresses, so that you will be forced to buy them more frequently that the 10 to 20 years they used to last.

It doesn't matter how much time you spend trying mattresses, they lose their support and comfort in very short order. 

In fact, going out to stores to try mattresses has become a complete waste of time...nothing more than an old bad habit, which is a habit the industry relies on you not breaking.

One of the highest quality mattress, that is currently available, is that which we sleep on at home.

It's made by Natura of Canada. Their Greenspring line uses an strong individually pocketed coil system that is upholstered with Natural Talalay Latex.

Containing NO Memory Foam.

There are 5 models, with the Plush EuroTop being the most comfortable of them.

These will last you a good number of years and carry a 20 year warranty.

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

Natura Greenspring Pocketed Coil Mattresses | The Mattress ... Greenspring Liberty Plush Euro Top. Experience deeper, more restorative sleep with the Liberty Plush Euro Mattress. Lush helpings of natural ingredients come together ... themattressexpert.com

 

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I suggest using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will greatly extend the life and loft of the upholstery materials inside. Ours sleep cool and make NO Noise.

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Thanks, Pete

 

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Best Quality Innerspring Mattress. Natura of Canada Greenspring.

William writes:

 

Hi Pete,

What's the best quality innerspring mattress?

We have been through a few, after having our old one for more than 15 years.

We have recently tried a Sealy Posturepedic, because that's what our old one was.

After that, a Serta and then a Simmons Beautyrest.

They all became uncomfortable within months after they were delivered.

I don't understand. What happened?

Please help me find a good quality mattress that will last, like our old one did.

We want a firm mattress with some softness at the top.

I think we want to stay away from pillowtops.

Thanks, William

 

 

Hi William,

The mattress industry has changed from one of quality to one of profit.

Today, you are very likely to buy a mattress that is designed to need replacing in only a couple/few years. 

It's the memory foam that facilitates this. 

The diabolical part of memory foam, is that it returns to it's original shape when you get out of bed...so that you will not prevail in a warranty claim...rendering the warranties, worthless. 

 

The key is having a mattress with quality components.

The mattress I told you about uses a pre-compressed individually pocketed coil system.

These coils provide contouring support, which maintains the natural alignment of your spine.

The pre-compressed coils provide push back against your spine, which is ideal for disc related back problems.

These Natura of Canada Greenspring mattresses have the highest coil count.

The coils are made of double tempered steel.

The upholstery is natural Talalay Latex...latex being the best upholstery material for the last 100 years.

There are 5 models in the line. Because of the quality and resiliency of the materials used, none of these mattresses are as soft as they sound.

You had asked for a firm mattress that wasn't too hard...a little cushioning.

For that, it would be the Ultra Plush model.

After speaking with your wife, I got the feeling that she would like more softness, without sacrificing the firm support you need.

Since women are curvier, it's at the hip where their sore spot is...especially if they sleep on their sides.

The most popular and the most comfortable, is the Plush EuroTop model, at the top of the page.

A Eurotop is not the same as a Pillowtop.

It will give her the comfort she wants, the firmness you need, and will remain like new for many years...providing the value for your dollar that just is no longer available from any of the name brands.

Here is a link to that line:

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

Natura Greenspring Pocketed Coil Mattresses | The Mattress ... Greenspring Liberty Plush Euro Top. Experience deeper, more restorative sleep with the Liberty Plush Euro Mattress. Lush helpings of natural ingredients come together ... themattressexpert.com

 

Everything we sell comes with Free Delivery...and No Sales Tax

 

 

I suggest using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will greatly extend the life and loft of the upholstery materials inside. Ours sleep cool and make NO Noise.

Shown here:

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

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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Mattress coil counts. What matters for quality and longevity?

John writes:

 

Hi Pete,

Concerning coil counts, is this important and what is a satisfactory amount for a queen size? 

Tempered coils or not? Do they really help with sagging? And when you talk levels what does that mean? 

Thanks, John

 

Hi John,

It's important to understand that a mattress is a pressure sensitive item. 

How well a mattress wears depends on the weight that is being placed upon it, in conjunction with the quality of the components, from which it's made.

A mattress made of poor quality components will wear quickly. 

 

Take Simmons Beautyrest, for example. 

This has been one of the most popular brands since they introduced the individually pocketed coil system, back in the 1920s.

If you look at reviews for Beautyrest mattresses, they are horrible.

These mattresses have a good coil count, but the steel from which the coils are made, is not tempered.

THAT, along with the memory foam upholstery, is why reviews are so bad. Memory foam is the lowest quality upholstery material.

 

In fact, all of the name brands are upholstering their mattresses with memory foam.

They have sacrificed quality and longevity for profit...selling more mattresses, more frequently, to the same people.

Memory foam is THEE thing to avoid.

You could have a very high coil count. And, even if those coils were made of tempered steel, it wouldn't wear well because of the memory foam.

 

What makes memory foam so bad, is that it is not only pressure sensitive, it's also temperature sensitive.

It's the only upholstery material made, that is temperature sensitive.

As is warms from the body heat you emit, memory foam softens and allows you to sink into it.

Memory foam isn't very resilient to begin with. After is warms and softens night after night, it begins to lose the little resiliency it had, within weeks.

 

Coil count is only a small part of all this.

So, let me recommend a mattress using the highest quality components:

• 1020 coil count in queen...more that in any Simmons Beautyrest.
• Pre-compressed Individually pocketed coils, like the ones used by Simmons, but made with double tempered steel.
• NO Memory Foam
• Upholstered with Natural Talalay Latex....latex being thee best upholstery material for the last 100 years. 

The mattress is made by Natura of Canada....The Greenspring line.

Of the 5 available models, the Plush Eurotop is the most comfortable.

Shown here:

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

Natura Greenspring Pocketed Coil Mattresses | The Mattress ... themattressexpert.com Greenspring Liberty Plush Euro Top. Experience deeper, more restorative sleep with the Liberty Plush Euro Mattress. Lush helpings of natural ingredients come together ...

We sleep on one of these mattresses at home. It's, by far, the best mattress we've home tested...out of many, over the years.

 

Many mattress manufacturers use a leveling system for their mattresses. These are levels of expense.

It has nothing to do with quality or if it's right for you.

Many people are of the mind that the more money you spend, the better the quality.

If you're such a person, then get that piece of total nonsense out of your head.

In NO WAY, does it apply to the mattress industry...as a whole.

 

Another thing to keep in mind, is that all of the, so called, "Name Brands", have betrayed the trust they had spent decades building with the consumer.

With each and every one of them producing mattresses loaded with memory foam, they are now, nothing more than junk mattresses.

They are specifically designed to fail quickly.

 

 

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Thanks, Pete

 

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Too many mattress choices with little real knowledge.

Peter writes:

 

Hello Pete,

Like my mail subject suggests I am at a total loss. The more I research the more I get confused as what is best for me. 

As soon as I think I've nailed it down a negative review changes that.

My bed history is that I have always been a side sleeper on an inner spring bed.  

I'm a 66 year old female, weighing 140 who sleeps alone.  

I have no cartilage in my shoulders (current mattress has not effected this) but my hips have started screaming half way through the night.

My current mattress is a 5-year old Simmons Beautyrest Spa Collection Brunswick Plush. 

I tried a Lucid 3" memory foam mattress topper to see if it would help with my hips. 

After 1/2 a night, my shoulders hurt plus my hips and back were terrible all the next day. 

I sank way too deep and hated the difficulty moving and slow recovery time of the foam. I did not even try another night.

 

Like another one of your writers, I slept on the most wonderful mattress in Victoria Canada in Sept.  

Their website says the mattresses are Sealy Posturepedic Pillow Top. But, that Hotel Collection model has been discontinued.

 

My chiropractor gave me these specs to follow 770 or higher coil count, 14 or higher coil gauge, and foam encased edge.

 

Besides finding the right mattress, I need a price range of under $1000.

And, I would like free delivery and want a good return policy with free return if possible.

Is it actually possible to buy the right mattress without trying it out?

Help!!!  I really don't want to wake up hurting every morning.

Thank you, Rachel

Hi Rachel,

If you were to look at reviews for Simmons Beautyrest mattresses, you’ll find that they are horrible. The reasons are numerous.

The steel used for their Plush models is very thin and the steel is not tempered.

The upholstery is Memory Foam, which is thee absolute worst upholstery material ever invented.

You then bought 3 more inches of that junk to add to your mattress.

You couldn’t have made a worse choice.

 

None of the factories participate in comfort exchanges.

When you deal with a retailer who offers that, you can easily end up with a mattress that someone else returned.

It happens all the time, despite being illegal.

 

What your chiropractor knows about mattresses will fit in a thimble.

Be careful who’s advice you take.

We deal in high quality products that produce positive results.

We do not get involved in the comfort exchange scam.

 

Here is a link to a tempered steel, pocketed coil mattress that’s upholstered with all natural latex.

All natural Latex has been thee best upholstery material for the last 100 years.

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

 

Wolf Latex Hybrid Mattress | The Mattress Expert themattressexpert.com All Natural Cotton Cover. All Natural Wool backing as a natural fire retardant. Upholstered with All Natural Latex. All Natural Wool insulator pad for support.

These mattresses are infinitely better than what you bought, and, they're in your price range.

Everything we sell is made fresh to fill your order and delivered directly to you from the manufacturer.

You can order online, if you like what you see.

FedEx Delivery is free and there’s no sales tax.

Expect about a week to a week and a half for delivery.

Thanks, Pete

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Hi Peter,

First off, let me say that I had all this info running through my head, so I decided to get it down and send the email.  

I had no intention of your answering any time before Tuesday!  So thank you so much for taking up your time during the holiday!!

I see now why both my 5 year-old mattress and that nasty memory foam topper were not what the sleep doctor ordered. 

And my chiropractor can be a blow-hard sometimes. That's why I wanted to share his information with you for verification.

 

So, I'm looking to the future of a good night's sleep.

Could you please explain why you feel that either the Adrian or Adara would be the best choice for me and my sleeping situation?

In comparing the specs, I see the essential difference between the 2 is the use of cotton and wool in the Adara.  

Out of curiosity, can you explain why these materials are better than those in the Adrian?

Thank you, again, for taking the time to share your expertise with me in my search for the correct sleeping situation.

Rachel

 

Hi Rachel,

The Adrian and Adara are, basically, the same.

All of the materials used in the Adara, however, are natural materials.

There are lots of people, it seems, who have sensitivity to synthetic materials.

The small difference in price is for an all natural mattress.

If that isn’t important to you, the Adrian will perform equally well.

Thanks, Pete

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Thanks Pete,

That answers that question.  

Why do you feel these two models are the best for me?

Rachel

 

 

Hi Rachel,

There are higher quality mattresses, like the one my wife and I sleep on.

However, the Adrian and Adara are the best in your price range.

Also, your size is a factor....not really needing an expensive mattress.

 

If you are considering a higher quality product, The Natura of Canada Greenspring Plush EuroTop Mattress is the best.

Shown here:

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

Natura Greenspring Pocketed Coil Mattresses | The Mattress ... themattressexpert.com Greenspring Liberty Plush Euro Top. Experience deeper, more restorative sleep with the Liberty Plush Euro Mattress. Lush helpings of natural ingredients come together ...

Thanks, Pete

 

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Pete,

I just don't want to spend money on Adrian or Adara and find that I should have spent more.  

I don't want to be a miser forsaking my quality of sleep. Can I feel confident that I'm making a good choice with Wolf? 

Do these Wolf's require their own special foundation, or will my current box spring be fine?

Thank you for being my sleep consultant!

Rachel

 

 

Hi Rachel,

You won’t need to buy another thing. And yes, you can use your current box spring.

Thanks, Pete 

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Wonderful!!! I feel very secure in placing my order!

Many thanks and Happy New Year 

Rachel

Thank you Rachel,

Your order has been received, and placed with the factory.

I'll send you the FedEx tracking and delivery information when it ships.

Happy New Year to you, as well.

 

Thanks again, Pete

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Thanks, Pete

 

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Choosing a Mattress for Arthritis and/or Fibromyalgia.

Too often, those suffering with Arthritis and/or Fibromyalgia place their focus on surface comfort and forget about support.

Too often, those suffering from the pain of Arthritis and/or Fibromyalgia will buy a soft mattress, only to find that it wears out much too quickly.

These are common mistakes.

Simply put, your body has two parts…the inside and the outside…and, you need to fill the needs of both parts in order to make a successful purchase…and to get that great night’s sleep you’re after.

Coincidentally, a mattress has two parts too…the inside, (The Support), and the outside, (The Comfort Layers).

Addressing the Fibromyalgia issue is easier than you might think, so let’s start with the inside….the “Support” part of the mattress.

There are a variety of ways to get the right support for your particular needs and set of circumstances.

A mattress is a pressure sensitive item. The wear of the mattress is in direct relation to the pressure placed upon it….your body weight.

If you want your mattress to last, the support part of the mattress needs to be durable. How strong that support needs to be, depends on how much you weigh.

The one thing we all have in commons, is a spine that requires reasonably firm support…the degree of that firmness varying in relation to body weight.

Since 80% of you fall within the range of what is considered normal, that is to say, “Average Body Weight”, let’s start there.

Keeping the Fibromyalgia in mind, and at average weight, your best options are either a pocketed coil or an all foam mattress. (Not Memory Foam)

An all foam mattress can include an all latex mattress, or a latex hybrid, which used a high density polyurethane foam core and a latex top…if you have no back problems.

Since many people with fibromyalgia also suffer with some sort of back pain, the pocketed coil is your bet option for that.

There are many mattresses that offer a pocketed coil unit. The original is the Simmons Beautyrest…since the 1920s.

The coils in the Beautyrest are barrel shaped and pre-compressed into the pocket. Most other brands that have a pocketed coil are hour glass shaped, with the coil and the pocket at the same height.

Only the pre-compressed pocketed coils push back up against your spine for the best type of support that maintain the natural alignment of your spine.

The starting model in the Simmons Beautyrest World Class Series, in Luxury Firm is the best mattress for that.

(Since the model names change every couple of years, I have omitted that)

Here is a link to the current World Class Models:…offering White Glove Delivery throughout most of the U.S

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

If you have no problems with your back, an all latex or latex/hybrid mattress is an excellent choice.The all latex mattresses, (also introduced in the 1920s), has always been considered, “The Best You Can Buy”, due to their extraordinary longevity.

Pure Talalay Bliss, now known as Talalay Global, is considered the “Name Brand” among latex mattresses…shown here:…offering White Glove Delivery throughout most of the U.S.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/all-natural-latex/pure-latexbliss/

 

Similarly made as the Pure Bliss mattresses, but not as expensive, is Natura of Canada…also offering White Glove Delivery throughout most of the U.S., and also Canada.

Shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/natura-latex-level-2-mattress/

 

My pick for “Best Buy” among latex mattresses, is from EverEden. This next link shows all latex and latex/hybrid models….offering UPS Delivery.
https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/all-natural-latex/evereden-latex-models/

If you’re looking to go “Organic”, We have a nice selection of latex mattress from Palmpring:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/palmpring-coconut-latex-mattresses/

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For those of you Fibro patients who happen to be “Petite”, weighing under 150 pounds, the above options also work for you.

However, your lighter body weight affords you the ability to go with something less expensive.

The starting model in the Simmons Beautyrest Classic Series, in Luxury Firm…offering White Glove Delivery throughout most of the U.S….shown here:

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

 

And, the Wolf pocketed coil/latex hybrid “Adara” model…offering FedEx Delivery throughout most of the U.S….shown here:

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

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For those of you weighing between 200 and 250 pounds, your options are fewer….and, generally more expensive, as the mattress needs to be stronger.

You would star with the starting model in the Simmons Beautyrest Black Series in Luxury Firm…offering White Glove Delivery throughout most of the U.S….shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/simmons/beautyrest-black/

And, The Natura Greenspring models…offering White Glove Delivery throughout most of the U.S. and Canada….shown here:https://themattressexpert.com/natura-greenspring-pocketed-coil-mattresses/

A Natura Greenspring is what we sleep on at home…with my wife and I, both, in the 225 lb. range.The Natura Greenspring has bit stronger coil unit and is upholstered with Natural Talalay Latex.

If your body weight is reaching upwards of 300 pounds, the Natura Greenspring or one of the all latex mattresses, are your only choices.

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The pocketed coils and the foam mattresses are the best type of support for Fibro patients, as the help to reduce the pressure points.

However, if your body weight exceeds 300 pounds, you may want to consider a stronger coil unit….specifically, the Bonnell Coil…also introduced in the 1920s.

Other than the pocketed coil from the Simmons Beautyrest, all other brands used the Bonnell coil from the 1920s until 1980s. It was the Work Horse of the industry.

And this is what we turn to for support when body weight exceeds 300 pounds.

The good news is, these are not expensive mattresses.

There are three models. The plush model for 300 to 350 pounds. The Luxury Firm for 350 to 400 pounds. The Firm if in excess of 400 pounds.

Made by Wolf, (A very old (1873)), family owned and operated Midwest manufacturer, these mattresses are two sided, flippable, old fashion mattresses.

Offering FedEx Delivery throughout most of the U.S….shown here:

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

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Now that the inside of your body has the long lasting support it needs, it’s time to address the out side of you body…cushioning the Fibromyalgia with the the additional comfort layers needed.

We start with an All Natural Latex Mattress Topper….(Not Memory Foam).

There are many types of latex on the market. Most of what you’ll find is blended latex, (30% natural & 70% synthetic), which is not as durable as 100% All Natural.

Also, most these that are labeled as “Soft” are not as soft as the all natural latex that we offer.

Also, you’ll find some latex out there that is much lower in price. These come from China, where they add clay as a filler…still able to call it natural, but again, not as soft and with much shorter longevity.

We carry two types of latex…Vytex Dunlop & Talalay….with Talalay being the more supple and softer of the two.

For most of you, the EverEden 2″ Soft Talalay Latex is the one to get…offering UPS Delivery to all 50 States & Puerto Rico…shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/talalay-dunlop-latextoppers/

It’s common to think that if 2″ of latex is good, 3″ must be better. That, is not always so.The 3″ offers a greater depth of softness. For Petite people 150 pounds or less, who exert very little pressure, the 3″ Soft Talalay is a good option.

But for the rest of you, the extra depth of softness allows you to sink where your heavier, throwing off the natural alignment of you spine.

Between 150 and 250 pounds, stick with the 2″ Soft Talalay. It’s the one that gets all the rave feedback and it’s what we use at home.

The Dunlop is a bit more dense. For those of you between 250 and 300 pounds, go with the 2″ Soft Dunlop. or the 2″ Medium Talalay.

If you are over 300 pounds, use the 2″ Medium Dunlop.

The reason for starting with one of these latex topper, when addressing Fibromyalgia, is because latex toppers are a maintenance free product.

It comes covered in a nice knit fabric, which stretches…allowing you to get the most benefit from the contouring property of the latex.

The cover comes with corner straps, which hook around the corners of your mattress, keeping it in place.

It is, a set it and forget it product…and lasts for many years.

The one we have at home is several years old and still in like new condition.

If you live in Canada, the latex toppers from Natura are the ones to get…offering UPS Delivery to ALL Canadian provinces.

The Natura Latex Toppers are U.S. made blended Talalay Latex and sport a bit of wool at the top. These are also available for delivery to the U.S…shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/talalay-dunlop-latextoppers/latextopper/

And if “Organic” is what you’re after, we have all natural, organic latex toppers from Palmpring…offering UPS Delivery throughout the U.S….shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/palmpring-coconut-latex-mattresses/mattress-pillow-toppers/

A Latex Topper is usually enough for most people to sleep comfortably and with greatly reduced pain from the Fibro.But, there are some who’s Fibromyalgia is in an advanced stage. For you, a latex topper helps, but isn’t enough.

In your case, add a Feather Bed Topper, from Pacific Coast Feather Co., for the extra relief you need.

It’s not a first choice, because a feather topper requires care…regular fluffing to maintain it’s loft.

The “Down Alternative” is a synthetic that requires less care than the natural feathers…offering UPS Delivery throughout much of the U.S….shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/pacific-coast/pacific-coast-mattress-protectors-feather-beds/

The main advantages of addressing your needs in this way are:1) The Toppers do a much better job of easing your pain.

2) They can be replaced when worn, without having to buy a new mattress.

3) The Latex Toppers absorb so much of your body weight, that it causes the mattresses under them to last longer than they normally would.

Over the long term, this approach is much longer lasting and so, far less expensive…and does a much better job.

Pocketed coil and latex mattress at a reasonable price in Ireland.

Ann writes:

Hi Pete,

I appreciate all the help you've given me.

I found this in Northern Ireland and this might suit me. The price is not too bad at all.
Thanks, Ann

 

http://www.latexsense.co.uk/vitality-1000-latex-mattress/p26

Yanis Vitality 1000 Latex Mattress - Latex Pocket Sprung ... www.latexsense.co.uk Care instructions. The Vitality 1000 Latex Mattress is delivered vacuum packed and rolled. This ensures mattress hygiene, quality in transit and improved delivery times.

 

Hi Ann,

We carry a couple of brands, that are made like this one....a pocketed coil mattress, upholstered with latex.

I'm glad you found it. It just what you need.

You'll sleep well.

 

Delivery is Free and there's NO SALES TAX

 

Protect your mattress from perspiration and other stains that will void the warranty of your new mattress.

Danican Waterproof Mattress Protectors Sleep Cool and Won't Shrink washed in hot water...fits up to 18"

http://themattressexpert.com/mattress-protectors/

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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A quick question about a coiled mattress with a latex topper.

Mary Lou writes:

Hi Pete,

I am thinking of getting a coiled mattress and putting on the latex topper. 
I have a heated mattress pad.  Would that be a problem with the latex topper?  

I usually heat the bed up about 3 to 5 hours before bedtime.
Thank  you
Best, Mary Lou

Hi Mary Lou,

Latex is not a temperature sensitive product and the comfort it provides will not change by warming it.

Only memory foam will be affected, as it is the only temperature sensitive upholstery material on the market.

Thanks, Pete 

 

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Hi Pete,

It has been hard to find a plain coiled mattress.  They all have foam toppers that are built in.

Mary Lou

 

 

Hi Mary Lou,

Foams have been used in mattresses since the early 1970s.

Only memory foam is a problem...introduced just before the turn of the century....the 21st century.

Here is a link to a line of old fashioned two-sided mattress, using coils and High Density poly foam...the foam that was introduced in the early 70s.

I would recommend using a latex topper with any of them.

Here are those links.

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

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https://themattressexpert.com/talalay-dunlop-latextoppers/

Latex Mattress Toppers - All Natural Talalay Latex Toppers ... themattressexpert.com Talalay Latex toppers are normally purchased as “Soft” for the purpose of softening a too firm mattress. However, both, the Vytex Dunlop & Talalay Latex Mattress ...

Delivery is Free and there's NO SALES TAX

 

Protect your mattress from perspiration and other stains that will void the warranty of your new mattress.

Danican Waterproof Mattress Protectors Sleep Cool and Won't Shrink washed in hot water...fits up to 18"

http://themattressexpert.com/mattress-protectors/

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 
Email: themattressexpert@live.com

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Factory Direct to You....

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

Free Delivery Nationwide....NO SALES TAX.

 

Simmons Beautyrest Baymont Ultra Plush World Class Mattress Replacement.

Brent writes:

Pete - 

We would like to move our Simmons Beautyrest Baymont Ultra Plush World Class to our guest bedroom and buy a new mattress for our master. 

We have been very happy with this mattress and it is still in great condition.  We are both side sleepers, I am 5'9" and 155, my wife is smaller.

Top two recommendations to replace this mattress?

Thank you!

Brent

 

Hi Brent,

To most closely mimic what you have and like, there is only one recommendation.

The Simmons Beautyrest is, somewhat, unique in the way it supports.

Other brands use a pocketed coil, but they aren't the same...barrel shaped coils that are pre-compressed into a pocket that is shorter than the coil.

(9" coil in a 7" pocket).

Since it has worked well for you, logic dictates that you stick with it.

 

What has changed, over the years, is the addition of more and more memory foam.

Memory foam is the worst upholstery material available. It is widely used by all the major brands...and many others...for the distinct purpose of causing the mattress to need more frequent replacing...much more frequently than in years past.

 

To achieve the feel you like, and have it last for many years, adding a soft latex topper thwarts the efforts of the mattress industry by causing a mattress to last twice as long as it is designed to last. At your size, that's likely to be longer.

 

All natural, chemical free latex is and has been thee best upholstery material available for the last 100 years. It's extraordinarily comfortable and equally resilient.

 

You'll start with the Simmons Beautyrest World Class Santorini in Luxury Firm.

Shown here:

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

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You'll add to that, an EverEden 2" Soft Talalay Latex Topper.

Shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/talalay-dunlop-latextoppers/

Latex Mattress Toppers - All Natural Talalay Latex Toppers ... themattressexpert.com Talalay Latex toppers are normally purchased as “Soft” for the purpose of softening a too firm mattress. However, both, the Vytex Dunlop & Talalay Latex Mattress ...

Together, they will provide many years of the kind of support and comfort you're looking for, and most closely mimic the feel of your current mattress.

 

Delivery is Free and there's NO SALES TAX

 

Protect your mattress from perspiration and other stains that will void the warranty of your new mattress.

Danican Waterproof Mattress Protectors Sleep Cool and Won't Shrink washed in hot water...fits up to 18"

http://themattressexpert.com/mattress-protectors/

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 
Email: themattressexpert@live.com

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Factory Direct to You....

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

Free Delivery Nationwide....NO SALES TAX.