Question: My husband and I are 74 and 70 and slender.
Our sleeping habits have evolved over the years and we find our bodies are a bit more tender now and have; therefore, decided today to change from our 12 year old Queen to twin beds XL.
After 2 days of shopping mattresses our minds are boggled.
I have been reading your web page, THE MATTRESS EXPERT, and appreciate the candid information.
Based on what our needs are, I'd like you to tell us, 'this is what you need' and then we'd go and buy it.
As a back/side sleeper I want a quality mattress we can depend on with a softer than average mattress.
My husband is a side/stomach sleeper and wants a mattress one step firmer than mine.
Do you have any recommendations?
Tks!
Hello,
Stomach sleepers sleep better on a firmer surface, which is why his back hurts on your pillow top mattress.
Based on your needs, ages and sizes, my recommendation is:
The PlushBeds Luxury Bliss Mattress…in Medium for you and Medium Firm for your husband.
These mattresses come with a 100 Night Trial Period.
Here’s the link you’ll need to view that mattress and place your order.
The PlushBeds Luxury Bliss Mattress
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AND…
You never want to put a new mattress on an old foundation.
Doing so will void the warranty of any mattress.
If you need a new boxspring/foundation, I recommend the Magniflex KD Foundation, which comes in your choice of height, 5” or 8”, and in your choice of color…black, brown or gray.
They’re very strong and assemble easily with no tools needed.
They are upholstered foundations, a bit dressy, but reasonably priced.
Shown here:
Magniflex Foundations
https://www.themattressexpert.com/foundations_and_bases.html#/
Also recommended is a waterproof mattress protector, which prevents perspiration from seeping into the upholstery materials.
Keeping your mattress clean and dry and odor free will enhance longevity.
The Sleep & Beyond Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector is my recommendation…the one we use at home.
It sleeps cool and works well.
Shown here:
Sleep & Beyond Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector
https://www.themattressexpert.com/sleep_and_beyond_protectors_and_encasements.html#/