The Mattress Expert

I need mattress advise for a big man with back and hip pain.

Jim writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I need a new king size mattress. 

I am big man, 275 lbs., and have had several spinal fusions, and there's a titanium rod in my back.

I am side sleeper with pillow between legs (helps my back and hip pain).

I currently have a Serta pillow top mattress. It's terrible. 

I also have added 6" of memory foam that doesn't help either.

I need some advice.

Thanks, Jim

 

Hi Jim,

Well, you couldn't have chosen a worse mattress or topper.

Most people don't realize that the mattress industry has gone bad, by and large.

That Serta mattress has a weak coil unit and is already upholstered with memory foam. 

Adding more memory foam hasn't helped, because it's a lousy product.

Not only is memory foam a poor quality product, it's a health hazard.

It off gasses the toxic chemicals from which it's made.

 

We are large people, my wife and I. 

And, we suffer from many of the physical ailments that you have...and more.

Over the years, we've home tested quite a few different types and brands of mattresses. 

The one we have had for the past 6+ years, is the best we've ever had.

It supports well, provides excellent comfort and shows no signs of wear. 

Then again, it has NO Memory Foam in it...which is the key to a successful purchase.

The individually pocketed coils are made of double tempered steel, and the upholstery is Natural Talalay Latex.

The mattress I'm recommending for you is the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

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

 

You'll love the feel, which maintains your spine's natural alignment...and, it holds up well under a big man.

 

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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Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress.

David writes:

 

Hi Pete,

Thank you for taking my email. I am currently in the market for a new mattress.

I currently have an Eastman House Island Firm and I hate it. My back pain is strong. Hip pain too.  

I am a stomach sleeper, 38, 230lbs, currently single. 

I have previously had the Simmons Beautyrest, which was not very good. 

Recently, I stayed at the Holiday Inn Express in London. I had zero pain. Nothing.

I am considering the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress.

I have had years of bad luck with mattresses. I have a few questions:

 

1.  Is ultra plush too soft for me?

2.  Do you think this is a good mattress for me?

3.  Is there any trial period?

4.  Can deliveries be on a Saturday?

5. Any other factors I should consider?

 

Thank you, David

 

Hi David,

Our personal situations are very similar.

I am over 200 lbs with a very bad back, including herniated and bulging discs and degenerative disc disease.

My wife, who is equally as large, and I have had that mattress for the last 5 years.

I sleep and wake without back pain, and the mattress is still in like new condition.

So yes, this will work for you.

 

Due to the high quality and resiliency of the components, all of the mattresses in that line are firmer than they sound. So no, the ultra plush model is not too soft.

 

If you live in an urban or suburban area, Saturday delivery is possible.

The further away you live from a populated area, the less likely that becomes.

 

Trial periods started with the introduction of memory foam.

It's the kind of hook you need to sell poor quality products.

And, when you deal with a retailer that offers a trial period, you could easily end up with a used mattress...something someone else tried and returned. Most factories don't participate in this scam. 

So, retailers resell them as new, since they can't go back to the factory for credit. 

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

So no, we do not offer a trial period. It's, simply, not necessary when offering quality products.

We've sold tons of that particular mattress. Everyone loves it. Not one complaint.

 

The foundation is available 9" or 5" high.

You'll want to measure what you have before deciding which foundation to get.

The mattress is 13.5" thick.

 

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.

 

Here is a link to the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush mattress:

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

 

 

 

 

 

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.

Two Mattresses, a king size for my husband and I, a queen size for our son.

Diane writes:

 

Hi Pete,

We need two mattresses.

We need a king size for my husband and I, who are of average size.

We also need a queen size mattress for our son, who is a big guy.

What would you recommend?

Thanks, Diane

 

Hi Diane,

I have a couple of options for you, so we’ll start with the best.

This is the same mattress my wife and I sleep on at home.

The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush...uses an individually pocketed coil unit with a very high coil count and double tempered steel...providing firm contouring support that maintains the natural alignment of the spine. The upholstery is Plush Natural Talalay Latex, so a separate latex topper isn’t necessary.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

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

 

This mattress is available with a matching foundation, and comes with white glove delivery, which includes setup in your bedroom and removal of all packing materials.

 

Similarly made, is the Wolf Hybrid Mattresses.

The coil count is not as high but the steel is still double tempered.

The upholstery is latex for the Adara model and latex/poly foam for the Tulah model.

I’m recommending the Adara for your son, as it is the stronger of the two.

If this price point is better for your master bedroom, go with the Tulah for you and your husband.

The Tulah is the more comfortable of the two, and a good choice for your sizes.

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

These mattresses are not available with a matching foundation and they ship via ups.

For any of these, 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.

A Mattress that will hold up well under a big man on a budget.

Jim writes:

Hi Pete,

I'm a big man, 250 lbs., and on a limited budget.

I see that you often recommend the Natura of Canada Greenspring mattresses for people my size.

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

While they seem to be the right choice, the problem is, I can't afford them.

Do you have a mattress that will hold up well under someone my weight?

Thanks, Jim

 

Hi Jim,

We do carry a very well made mattress that is more reasonably priced.

The Wolf Pocketed Coil/Latex Hybrid Adara Plush Mattress is your next best choice.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

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

 

Like the Natura of Canada Greenspring, this mattress also uses a double tempered steel coil for firm, durable support. And, the upholstery is Allergen Free Latex.

While not as elaborately made and shipped via UPS instead of white glove, this is your best option.

 

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: 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.

 

 

One sided vs. two-sided mattresses for heavier people.

Cliff writes:

 

Hi Pete

I’ve been studying your blog.  Wonderfully informative.

I have a question.  

I notice you offer both one sided and two-sided mattresses.  

What is the advantage of one sided vs. two-sided?  

Is a one-sided mattress designed for heavier people?

Thanks again for this outstanding blog.

Regards, Cliff

 

Good Morning, Cliff.

Durability is based on the quality of the components...more so than one sided or two sided.

If the same mattress were available one side and two sided, then the two sided model would last longer.

But that isn’t the case with today's mattresses.

 

The highest quality components are found in the Natura of Canada Greenspring mattresses.

These mattresses are what I would recommend for very heavy people shown here:

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

“Heavy” is a matter of degree.

The above mattresses become necessary for people who are very heavy.

For those who are a little heavy the Wolf Pocketed Coil/Hybrid Tulah and Adara mattresses holds up well.

Shown here:

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

 

The Wolf old fashioned, two sided mattresses also hold up well.

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

 

 

Regardless of your choice, 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.

Still Loving the Latex Mattress Topper We Bought Several Years Ago.

Pam writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I bought a latex mattress topper from you, several years ago and still loving it.  

I am also loving the mattress you recommended.  

Now, my brother needs a latex topper.  He is a big man, 6'5 1/2" tall and 350 pounds.  

He is sleeping in a twin size bed, which he says is fine for him, but he wants a latex topper for it.

Which one would you recommend for him?  

Thank you and God Bless!

Pam

 

Hi Pam,

I am delighted to hear you’re so pleased with your bed, and I assume, the quality of sleep it’s providing.

Since your brother is such a big man, the more dense, Organic Dunlop Latex would be better for durability.

The Suite Sleep 3” 100% Natural Organic Soft Dunlop Latex Topper will maximize his comfort.

Shown here:

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

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: 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.

Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress.

Debra writes:

Hi Pete,

I've been reading your blog posts, that I found on Facebook.

I'm convinced that the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress is what I want.

I'm a big woman and my husband is, as well. A big man, that is.

I just want to hear from you that this mattress is high enough quality to last us a while.

And I want to make sure that it has NO MEMORY FOAM in it.

Thanks Debra

 

Hi Debra,

The Natura of Canada Greenspring are the highest quality innerspring mattresses I could find, while shopping at the industry trade shows.

My wife and I, each over 200 lbs., have the Ultra Plush model at home.

After almost 5 years, it's still in like new condition...if that answers your question.

There is NO Memory Foam in any of their Greenspring mattresses.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

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

 

White Glove Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pet

 

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.

We bought a Big Fig mattress and feel like we've been ripped off.

Chris writes:

 

Hi Pete,

We are large people. I'm about 250 lbs. My wife, not quite so heavy.

We bought a Big Fig mattress less than a year ago.

We were led to believe that this mattress was especially made for heavy people.

Naturally, I assumed that would translate into longevity.

Unfortunately for us, it has not held up well, at all.

There are deep body impressions in it when we're in bed, and not so much when we get out of bed.

Those "out of bed" impressions aren't deep enough for them to give us an exchange.

We feel like we've been ripped off.

The same thing happened with the mattresses we purchased prior to that, but there was no false claims.

Can you tell me what happened?

Do you have a mattress that WILL hold up under our weights?

Thanks, Chris

 

Hi Chris,

The upholstery material in that mattress is gel infused latex.

Latex doesn't sleep hot, so the gel infusion is not necessary.

I suspect that the gel infusion may have something to do with the lack of resiliency.

Also, the coils are very small and the gauge of wire used to make those coils are very thin.

 

You need only replace the mattress. The foundation does not need replacing.

We carry a mattress from The Wolf Company, using the same type of coil system, individually pocketed.

The coils are big and stronger, using a much heavier gauge steel and that steel is double tempered.

The upholstery in this Wolf Hybrid is latex...minus the gel infusion.

Here is a link to the Wolf Pocketed Coil, Latex Hybrid Adara, mattress:

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

 

This will give you the support, comfort and longevity that the BigFig mattress didn't give you.

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: 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.

Memory Foam Mattress Collapsed Under a Big Man.

Barbara writes:

 

Hi Pete,

We bought a memory foam pillowtop mattress, only a couple of years ago.

At first, we loved the feel. But now, it has totally collapsed on my husband's side.

He is a big man, 6' 8" tall and close to 300 lbs.

My side is nowhere near as bad, but not comfortable anymore.

Even though I'm much smaller than my husband, my side has also lost support and comfort.

Clearly, we need a new mattress, but I'm paralyzed with fear of making another expensive mistake.

I need a recommendation. 

I've been reading your blog posts and am wondering about the Natura of Canada Greenspring mattresses.

I believe you have one of these at home.

Thank you, Barbara

 

Hi Barbara,

Since you've been reading my blog, I won't go into what a poor-quality material memory foam is.

I'm sure you've already read plenty about that.

You're quite right, The Natura of Canada Greenspring mattresses are what I would recommend.

Since your husband is so tall, his weight evenly distributed, you can go with the same mattress we use at home.

That would be The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

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

 

This mattress provides strong support and a comfortable sleeping surface that won't collapse under a big man.

We, my wife and I, are no light weights...each over 200 lbs.

Our mattress is closing in on 6 years of age...and still, in like new condition.

You need to replace the mattress only.

The foundation you have is likely to be fine. Just check it before you place your order.

 

This mattress comes with white glove delivery, which includes set-up in your bedroom.

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.

A New Mattress for Big People.

Michelle writes:

 

Hello Peter,

My husband and I are looking for a new mattress.  

We prefer as natural a mattress as possible, with the least amount of chemicals etc.

We are big people. 240 and 290 lbs.

 

Previously, we've had a commercial Sealy latex mattress.

Then, over the last 6 years, we've had a DIY "mattress", buying latex layers and making our own.

Thanks, Michelle

 

Hi Michelle,

Here is a link to the Natura of Canada Greenspring.

This is an extremely high quality line of mattresses, natural, supportive and very long lasting.

We have the ultra plush model, at home....the most comfortable of the 4.

It’s, still, in like new condition after almost 6 years, with each of us weighing over 200 lbs.

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

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

Delivery includes setup in your bedroom 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

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