The Mattress Expert

Time to replace a Sealy Reflexion Latex Mattress.

Deborah writes:

 

Hi Pete. 

I’m glad I found a mattress expert.  

I’ve had a Sealy Latex  C. Chase / Reflexion queen latex mattress for about 15 years and it’s time to replace it. 

I love, love, love it but can’t seem to find a replacement. 

I had no idea there are more than one type of Reflexion Latex mattress.   

I read where you told someone else to flip the mattress and get a topper. 

The toppers you recommended seemed to cost the price of a whole mattress and I didn’t see the model C. Chase / Reflexion listed.

Can you help me please?  

I’m on a limited income but really need to do something with my current mattress.

Thank you for any assistance you can provide.

Deborah

 

Hi Deborah,

At the time you bought your latex mattress, Sealy owned Bassett Furniture.

The Carrington Chase label was exclusively used in Bassett stores.

The latex in your mattress is 100% synthetic.

Sealy owned a factory in Pennsylvania that made the synthetic latex they used.

There’s nothing wrong with synthetic latex, but synthetic latex was less expensive to produce than natural latex. However, Sealy stopped producing latex when Tempurpedic bought Sealy.

The difference in cost between natural and synthetic latex, along with us currently being in an inflationary period accounts for the cost of the latex toppers on our website.

We only carry high quality products.

Cheap latex can be had from retailers carrying Chinese made latex, where they add clay to the mix when processing.

Clay, being a natural material, their latex is sold as all natural, never mentioning the clay. The result is latex that lasts for months instead of years.

 

To determine if a latex topper is all you need, flip your mattress over and test it out.

If you feel that the flip side is nice and level and supportive, the add a Suite Sleep 2” or 3” Soft Pure Organic Latex Topper. (3” feeling a little softer than 2”).

https://themattressexpert.com/xcart5/suite-organic-latex-topper.html

 

If you need a new mattress, the Natura of Canada Blossom all latex mattresses will be your closest match in today’s market.

Click on this link to view that line.

Click on each model to view specifications and prices:

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

 

Either way: 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/

 

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A firm latex topper for my older Sealy Reflexion Huntington Beach latex mattress.

Dan writes:

 

Hi Pete,

So far, you're two for two.  

The Wolf mattress and the Natura latex mattresses we got from you are great.

 

I'm now looking to extend the life of my older Sealy Reflexion Huntington Beach latex mattress.  

I want to flip it over and add a latex topper.  

What is the firmest topper I can get?  The bed is queen size.

Thank you, Dan

 

Hi Dan,

I’m happy to hear that you’re pleased.

I’m not surprised, due to the high quality of the products we offer..

 

Suite Sleep has their Pure, Organic Latex Topper, 2”, firm in queen size, in stock.

It runs $599.99

You can order through this link.

https://themattressexpert.com/xcart5/suite-organic-latex-topper.html

 

As you’ll be able to see, it normally comes soft and medium soft.

Ignore all that, as I know you want it in firm.

 

Ordered today, it’ll arrive next week.

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/

 

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Night Sweats and Back Pain on a Tempurpedic Mattress.

Hi Pete,

We are now trying a Tempurpedic mattress.

I have had a horrible time getting used to it-myself-and still suffering from being too hot with night sweats. 

AND, I'm waking up every day with back pain in my entire back.  

We've been told that the only thing we can do is exchange for a different Temperpedic model. 

We've had this one for about 25 days.

My sister-in-law bought an all latex mattress, a couple of years ago, and loves it.  

We are sad and frustrated-don't know what to do.

What product do you recommend for dealing with night sweats?  

Thanks, Candi

 

Hi Candi,

Memory foam...the main product in a Tempurpedic and introduced by Tempurpedic about 20 years ago...has proven itself to be the absolute worst upholstery material ever invented for this purpose.

Memory foam is the only upholstery material that is temperature sensitive. 

This means that as it warms from the body heat you give off, it softens and you sink into it.

It takes your body's heat and reflects it back to you, making you hot. 

 

And, the loss of support from softening is terrible for anyone with a pre-existing back problem.

If you have a back problem, of which you are unaware, memory foam will make you aware of it.

If you don't have a back problem and sleep on memory foam long enough, you will develop a back problem.

And, as if all that weren't bad enough, there's more. 

Memory foam consists of 61 different chemicals...some of which, are toxic.

It off gasses the toxic chemicals from which it's made, presenting a health hazard to everyone in your home.

Headache is the most common negative side effect of this. It also attacks your respiratory system...terrible for anyone with asthma, or any other sort of breathing problem.

The worst negative side effect, that I've had reported to me, is bleeding sinuses.

 

My recommendation is to get rid of it.

It is nothing more than expensive junk. 

Moving forward, stay away from any mattress upholstered with memory foam.

 

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

If you would like to enjoy your night's sleep as much as your sister-in-law does, get an all latex mattress.

The Natura of Canada All Latex Mattresses are what we recommend.

The Blossom/Bourdolay Plush model is the most popular.

Click on this link to view that line of mattresses:

Click on each model to view specifications and prices:

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

These mattresses come with white glove delivery.

Delivery includes set-up in your bedroom and removal of all packing 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: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 

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Sealy SpringFree Meadowcrest Latex Mattress.

Irma writes:

 

Hi Pete,

More than 12 years ago, we purchased a Sealy SpringFree Meadowcrest Latex Mattress from you.  

It was, expensive, but very good and worth every penny.

We loved it through the years, but it's time for king size mattress. 

This one will be going into our guest bedroom, as it is still in excellent condition.

I understand that this mattress is no longer being made.

What do you have, today, that would be like this one?

We live in Williamsburg Virginia.

Any suggestions?

Thanks, Irma

 

Hi Irma,

The mattress that is similar in feel to your Sealy SpringFree Meadowcrest is:

The Natura of Canada Blossom/Bourdolay Plush Natural Talalay Latex Mattress.

The specifications are even a bit better. You'll like it very much.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

https://themattressexpert.com/canada/natura-mattresses/natura-latex-level-2-mattress/natura-bourdolay-plush/

This mattress comes with white glove delivery.

Delivery includes set-up in your bedroom and removal of all packing 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: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 

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Stearns and Foster plush and latex mattress from 2012.

Gene writes:

 

Hi Pete,

We purchased a Stearns and Foster plush and latex mattress, from you, back in 2012.

My wife and I absolutely love it. I can't thank you enough for recommending it.

We want to buy another one as a wedding present for our son and his, soon to be, bride.

My initial research tells me it's been discontinued.

So, what would you recommend that would most closely mimic the one we have?

Thanks for all you do, Gene

 

Hi Gene,

You're fortunate to have purchased that mattress when you did.

S&F was purchased by Tempur-Pedic the following year. By January of 2014, POOF, all gone.

They stuck memory foam in everything they make, so we stopped selling S&F.

 

Shopping at the industry trade shows produced a much better alternative.

And, they make a mattress that is very much the same as your S&F latex mattress.

The Natura of Canada Blossom/Bourdolay Plush Latex Mattress is exactly what you're looking to buy.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

https://themattressexpert.com/canada/natura-mattresses/natura-latex-level-2-mattress/natura-bourdolay-plush

 

White glove delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

Delivery includes set-up and removal of all packaging materials.

 

 

 

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: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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A Mattress Similar to the Sealy SpringFree River Crest.

Hollye writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I bought a Sealy SpringFree River Crest latex mattress from you several years ago.  

I saw where you said the Natura of Canada Latex Hybrid Mattress is similar.  

Which level is the closest to the River Crest?  

Thank you!

Hollye

 

 

 

Hi Hollye,

Your River Crest is made of latex with a some polyurethane foam on top.

The Natura of Canada Latex Hybrid use a polyurethane foam core with latex on top.

Their all latex mattresses have only an inch of poly foam in the quilted cover.

 

If going with an all latex mattress, I recommend the Blossom model.

Shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/canada/natura-mattresses/natura-latex-level-2-mattress/natura-bourdolay-plush/

 

If opting for a hybrid model, their Temptation Plush is the one to consider.

Shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/latexmattress/latex-hybrid-mattress-temptation-plush/

 

Both come with white glove delivery.

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: 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.

Sealy Springfree Latex Mattress.

Marge writes:

 

Hi Pete,

My husband and I bought a Sealy Springfree latex mattress, from you, 20 years ago.

We have loved sleeping on this mattress all that time.

Now, body impressions are starting to show and it has lost some of its original comfort.

We need your advice as to the best mattress to replace it.

Thanks, Marge

 

Hi Marge,

I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed that mattress for so long.

Latex mattresses, typically, will last about 20 years...far exceeding the manufacturer's warranty.

Sealy was purchased by Tempurpedic and no long make a quality mattress.

Everything they make, today, is upholstered with memory foam, which is why we no longer sell Sealy.

I do have a line of latex mattresses that exceed the quality of the one you have.

They are made in Canada, made of superior quality, natural materials.

Here is a link to The Natura of Canada line of Natural Talalay Latex Mattresses:

There are 4 choices of comfort.

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

 

These mattresses come with white glove delivery.

Delivery includes set-up in your bedroom and removal of all packing materials.

Delivery is free and there's no sales tax...anywhere throughout the continental US and Canada.

 

 

 

 

 

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: 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.

A Mattress for a Heavy Man Delivered to BC, Canada.

Carla writes:

 

Hi Pete

I just stumbled across your website looking to purchase yet another new mattress (our fourth in 10 years).

Now, we are going to order from a hotel chain.

We wanted the Ultramatic, but it is $10,000 and it is hard to justify that kind of money for a bed.

 

We have spent up to $4500 on beds though, but they have lasted only two years and lose their support. 

My husband is a heavy guy, 245 lbs., and the beds end up sagging on his side.

He also has restless leg syndrome and tosses from aches and pains all night long.  

He also gets very hot sweats at night.

 

I have neck and lower back issues and have been told to sleep on a hard bed, (preferably the floor) 

But then, I can't walk the next day.  

 

It would be great if you could recommend a mattress that would work for us, and not to be replaced in two years.

Also, if you think the adjustable bed frames are worth the price. 

We always buy a king, but I am wondering if that is half the problem.

Perhaps we should go to a queen size bed. Gosh - that would take some getting used to.

 

We live in BC Canada - I see you deliver in Canada. Is delivery free?

Much thanks, Carla  

 

Hi Carla,

245 lbs. not all that heavy.

You must have been buying mattresses upholstered with memory foam, to only get a couple of years out of them.

Memory foam wears quickly and sleeps hot.

 

An adjustable bed base has very little therapeutic value.

I find them to be a waste of money for sleeping.

If you spend a lot of time in bed, then they’re good for that, but that doesn’t help your longevity problem.

Using an adjustable bed concentrates your body weight in one spot, which causes the mattress to wear faster.

 

You’ve been getting some bad advice concerning your back.

The contouring support of an individually pocketed coil unit will maintain the natural alignment of the spine, which works wonders to relieve back pain.

A hard mattress only makes matters worse.

 

The key to longevity is to avoid any mattress upholstered with memory foam.

Memory foam is specifically designed to cause a mattress to need frequent replacing. 

The heavier you are, the more frequently it needs to be replaced.

 

I recommend for you, the same mattress my wife and I sleep on at home.

Each of us weighing more than 200 lbs. and our mattress is still in like new condition after more than 5.5 years.

What’s more, I sleep and wake without back pain, despite having several disc related back problems.

The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress provides excellent, firm contouring support and surface comfort that lasts due to the latex upholstery.

There’s no memory foam in this mattress.

And due to the high quality of the components, it’s not as soft as it sounds.

 

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

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

 

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

Delivery to BC, Canada is free and there’s no Canadian sales tax charged.

 

 

 

 

 

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: 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.

Back Pain. Replacement for an old Simmons Beautyrest Mattress.

George writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I don't know if you are still offering advice on mattresses. 

If so, we had been extremely happy with our Simmons Beautyrest Marquis, that's about 8 years old. 

Over the last two years the plush topper gave way and had been causing extreme hip pain and back pain. 

I am a larger side sleeper -- 6'1" 235.

 

Looking to replace this mattress we relied heavily on the latest Consumer Reports mattress review. 

At first, we ordered the #2 mattress, Sleep On Latex Firm. 

After sleeping on it, I felt like I had been hit by a bus. 

I was actually considering going to the emergency room. I felt that bad. 

My back hurt all the way around to my chest, shoulders, and neck....possible symptoms of a heart attack.

 

I decided to call Sleep On Latex instead and they offered to sell a 2" soft topper, that helped a little.

I still had hip and back pain upon waking. We ended up returning the firm but kept the topper.

 

Next, I decided to try the #1 rated mattress by Consumer Reports, Avocado Green Hybrid. 

Their lead-time was stated to be eight weeks, so we slept (well) on the Simmons Beautyrest Marquis with the 2" soft topper while we waited.

 

Upon arrival we tried the Avocado Green without the topper. 

Rather than having much hip pain I developed a pain right in the middle of my lumbar. 

My wife, 5'4" 125, hated the mattress. 

The next night we tried it with the topper without much better results, so we resorted back to the Simmons Beautyrest Marquis with the 2" soft topper.

 

Next, we went back to Sleep On Latex, but medium this time. 

The boxes weighed 25 pounds less so we definitely received a less dense mattress. 

First without the topper, then with. We're still not satisfied, or at least, I'm not.

 

Sorry for the long story but I wanted to make sure you knew some of the background. 

I do miss when a person could go and try a mattress several times in the store, before buying.  

Now they come in a box and you're stuck if you don't like them. 

Avocado Green refuses to take it back until after 30 days or more of trying. 

We already "returned" one to Sleep on Latex, so I feel bad doing it again.

 

I sure do miss the first eight years of the Simmons Beautyrest Marquis. 

Any ideas for an appropriate replacement?

Thanks, George

 

Hi George,

The Avocado mattress isn’t made to hold up under a large man.

The coils are too weak, made of very thin gauge steel.

Avocado advertises a 1 year trial.

They won’t take them back, to their credit.

They say if you donate it, they’ll get refund your money.

Sleep on Latex uses junk latex made in China, where they mix it with clay.

It’s promoted as all natural, since clay is a natural material.

 

Even if you were to buy a high quality latex mattress, any all foam mattress does not provide the pushback support needed to properly support most backs.

 

Consumer Reports is clueless, when it comes to mattresses.

In fact, they published an issue, some years ago, where they said that the mattress industry was far too complicated for them to understand, so the offered no recommendations. They must have caught some flack for that bit of honesty.

Six months later, they published an issue with recommendations after interviewing 100 people in Denver. Their recommendations were horrible.

Since then, they haven’t improved very much...still not comprehending the complexities of the mattress industry.

 

Before buying anything, flip your mattress over and add your topper.

These one sided mattress are much firmer on the underside.

It may be all you need to do.

 

If you decide that a new mattress is necessary, then I recommend the mattress my wife and I sleep on at home. We are, each, over 200 lbs. and I have a myriad of back problems.

Despite all that, I sleep and wake without back pain on a mattress that is more than 5.5 years old and still in like new condition.

The coil count is higher than most. The coils are heavy and strong.

The upholstery is natural Talalay Latex (not made in China).

That mattress is the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

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

 

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.

 

Trying before you buy at a store is a total waste of time, these days.

Most stores are a sea of mattresses upholstered with memory foam.

Memory foam is highly deceptive, as it feels quite a bit different a month later.

Memory foam is THEE thing to avoid, as it is specifically designed to cause a mattress to need frequent replacing...not to mention the toxic off gassing from the chemicals used to make it.

Memory foam presents a health hazard, as well as being a lousy product.

 

All of the name brands have been sold to investors.

All are using memory foam to recoup their investment and enhance profits.

Brands like Simmons, Sealy, Serta and S&F that you could once trust to make a high quality mattress, no longer care about quality...just profits.

 

 

 

 

 

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: 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.

 

 

Stearns and Foster Tropical Oasis Latex Mattress.

Cindy writes:

 

Hi Peter,

I have a Stearns and Foster Tropical Oasis Latex mattress, which I got from you many years ago, and still love it.

I had tried so many beds due to lupus, degenerative disc disease and fibro. This has been best for me.

We now have a vacation home and I can't find anything to be comfortable on.

I'm hoping, with all your knowledge, that you can tell me something that would be very close to what I have now.

Thank you, so much, for any help you can provide.

Cindy

 

Hi Cindy,

Your mattress is plush latex on top of a firm latex core.

While Stearns and Foster, now owned by Tempurpedic, no longer makes anything like your Tropical Oasis, we do carry a line of latex mattresses that are very much the same...even a little better.

Natura of Canada All Latex Bourdolay Plush Mattress is the ones to consider.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

https://themattressexpert.com/canada/natura-mattresses/natura-latex-level-2-mattress/natura-bourdolay-plush/

This mattress comes with White Glove Delivery.

Delivery includes set-up in your bedroom and Removal of Your Old Mattress.

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: 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.