The Mattress Expert

We bought a Tempurpedic Coil/Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress and hate it.

Nicole writes:

 

Hi Pete,

We bought a Tempurpedic Coil/Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress and hate it.

It'll be going back as soon as our 30 day trail is over. Can't return it until then.

The store, where we bought it, will only allow an exchange for something of equal or higher value.

I just got off the computer from your blog and now understand why we hate it.

Unfortunately, everything that store carries is upholstered with memory foam.

If I exchange it for something else, they have, I'm afraid that we will be back to square one.

It looks like I'll just be wasting the extra money I'll spend to do that.'

Besides the extra for the next mattress, there's also a restocking fee and delivery charge.

And, this mattress was expensive. We can't just walk away from the money we've already spent.

I really need so advice as to what we should do.

Thanks, Nicole

 

Hi Nicole,

It appears that you're stuck between a rock and a hard place, as they say.

Fortunately, there's a way around this.

 

But first, a few unsavory facts:

RESTOCKING FEE: 

The store can't return what you send back to the factory for credit.

The restocking fee tells you that they are going to put that mattress back into stock.

This means that they will sell the mattress that was in your home to someone else.

The mattress you have could have, very well, been in someone else's home before you bought it.

As illegal as that is, it happens all the time.

 

THE COMFORT GUARANTEE SCAM:

The comfort guarantee is designed to lull you into a false sense of security.

With a comfort guarantee, you get the notion that you can't make a mistake.

When dealing with a store that is a sea of mattresses upholstered with memory foam, as most store are, you can do nothing but make a mistake:

 

TEMPURPEDIC MATTRESS PRICES:

You're now experiencing what a lousy product memory foam truly is.

Are you now wondering how such a horrible product can be so expensive?

Memory foam is cheap to make. The price is high for one reason. Somebody has to pay for all that advertising.

 

What to do now:

The memory foam is only on the top of that mattress.

Flip your mattress over. The flip side is likely to be too firm for comfort, but the support is better.

Use whatever you might have, like a comforter, to soften it.

After a couple of nights, you find that you're sleeping better.

If at that point you find that you want most surface comfort, add a soft latex topper.

Latex is and has been the best upholstery material for the last 100 years...the antithesis of memory foam.

We recommend using high quality latex, as opposed to cheap latex made in China.

The Suite Sleep Pure, Organic Latex Toppers are the best quality latex on the planet. 

You'll want 2" or 3" Soft Latex.

Shown here:

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

 

Shipping is FREE and there's NO Sales Tax.

 

This trick works more often than not. It costs nothing to try.

The end result will provide a superior night's sleep to anything that store has to offer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

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Casper Nova Mattress.

Michele writes:

 

Hello Pete,

I decided to go to Macy's to see what they had, as I know they have Beautyrests and other brand names.  

One mattress that I hadn't lain on was the Casper mattress.  

I particularly liked the Nova, which was very plush, and seemed to be firm enough for my lower back to be comfortable and my shoulders to sink in when I side-sleep.  

I liked it so much that I ordered one that night. 

Wondering what your opinion of Casper is.  

It actually arrived today (3 days after ordering!!) and I will sleep on it tonight for the first time.

There was a lady there who was searching for a comfortable mattress and I told her about your site and how nice you were to answer my inquiry so quickly.  

Thank you again for your helpful site and in person email.

Michele  

 

Hi Michele,

My opinion after the fact doesn't help you.

 

I'm not a fan of any mattress upholstered with memory foam. (visco-elastic)

And, "Latex Alternative Polyurethane" is a BS way of saying there's no latex in it, while making it seem like there is by simply mentioning the word, "Latex".

Fortunately, the memory foam in that mattress isn't at the top.

It seems to me that it's rather expensive for a poly foam upholstered mattress.

Since all mattresses are ok when new, the question becomes, "What will you think of it a year from now?".

I can hardly wait to hear.

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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: [email protected]

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 

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Back Pain on a Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress.

Karen writes:

 

Hi Pete,

My current mattress is only 4 yrs. old and a hybrid with memory foam over coils.  

My back pain is killing me because it no longer supports me enough.  

I am trying to decide whether I need a 2” or 3” mattress pillow cover.  

 

Here are my other questions:

How can I be sure that it will stay on my bed without moving around during sleep?

What is the maximum depth of existing mattress to ensure that the corner sleeves fit?

What would each weigh?

 

Thanks for your help, Karen

 

 

Hi Karen,

Your questions are moot.

A topper is not for support. That’s the job of the mattress.

Your mattress has already failed because it's upholstered with memory foam.

Adding a topper, at this point, is a waste of money.

Had you added a latex topper when the mattress was new, it would have prevented the premature wear.

It’s too late for that now.

You need a new mattress.

 

The Wolf Tulah Plush Eurotop mattress, with NO Memory Foam in it, is what I recommend.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

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

 

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. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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Escalating back pain from sleeping on a cheap hybrid coil/memory foam mattress.

Peggy writes:

Hi Pete,

We currently have a cheap “Icoil” hybrid coil/memory foam mattress that I am super unhappy with. 

I have been experiencing escalating back pain from sleeping on it.  

After coming across your website, I realize it’s because of the memory foam flattening.  

I know I want a latex mattress. 

Please explain the differences between all latex and an innerspring/latex hybrid.  

We are definitely going to buy one of them, just need to figure out which is best.  

We are willing to spend more for a better sleep and longer lasting mattress, if benefits are worth it.

 

I am 57, 170 lbs., 5’6". My husband is 54, 185lbs., 5’8”. 

I love to stomach or side sleep.  My husband back or side sleeps.

Thanks for your time!!

Best, Peggy

 

Hi Peggy,

Of all the foams, latex is the best...natural, most resilient and longest lasting.

All latex makes for a great mattress to grow up on, or for anyone with no spine damage.

The thing that latex doesn’t do, is push back up against you.

Most people, at your ages, will likely have some sort of disc related back problems.

Your email suggests as much.

The pushback support of an individually pocketed coil will help maintain the natural alignment of the spine. 

This type of support, coupled with latex upholstery, provides long lasting support, comfort and longevity.

The mattress I’m recommending for you is the same mattress my wife and I sleep on at home. 

The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush.

Due to the high quality of the components...the strong coils and resilient upholstery, it’s comfortable without being too soft.

Here is a link to that mattress:

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

 

I have several disc related back problems.

Despite them, I sleep and wake without back pain.

Our mattress is more than 5.5 years old and still in like new condition...and with each of us weighing more than 200 lbs.

 

This mattress comes with white glove delivery, which includes set up in your bedroom and removal of all packaging materials.

Delivery 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. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: [email protected]

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.

Sealy Hybrid Mattress Making My Shoulder Hurt More.

Samantha writes:

 

Hi Pete,

We recently purchased a Sealy Hybrid King mattress and was super excited to upgrade from a queen.

I've had a frozen shoulder -- with limited range of motion -- for about 14 months.

I feel like the new mattress is making my shoulder hurt more.

But I'm not sure if it is all in my head, or if I just need to "get used to the new bed." 

It is definitely harder for me to roll over and change positions without pain or discomfort.

So, I am waking up more often.

I'm 5 foot 2 -- about 125 lbs. - my partner is 6 foot --and 230 lbs.

We both tend to be side sleepers.

Thanks, Samantha

 

Hi Samantha,

The problem with your mattress is the same problem caused by most mattresses made today...the memory foam upholstery.

Memory foam is the worst upholstery material ever invented, despite all the ad claims to the contrary.

Saving the mattress, you have, is a simple procedure.

Flip that mattress over and add a Suite Sleep Pure, All Natural, 3” soft Talalay Latex Topper to it.

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

The comfort is extraordinary, only to be matched by its longevity.

You’ll sleep comfortably for many years to come.

Here is a link to that latex topper.

https://themattressexpert.com/xcart5/100-all-natural-pure-vita-talalay-latex-topper.html

 

You can order it online though that link.

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. 

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

Email: [email protected]

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.