The Mattress Expert

My husband and I are very big people in need of a durable mattress.

Eva writes:

 

Hello Pete,

My husband and I are very big people in need of a durable mattress.

We currently have a queen size Simmons Beautyrest mattress set. It didn't last a year.

What do you recommend that is firm enough to hold us, but also comfortable?

Thank you, Eva

 

Hi Eva,

Over the decades, the Bonnell Coil system...large, heavy coils all tied together has always been the strongest and most durable type of mattress.

While normally hard to find, we have such a mattress available.

The Wolf Adrian Mattress is one of the very few mattresses, like that, available today.

Click on this link to view specifications and pricing:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/wolf-mattress/adrian/

 

When you buy a mattress that is comfortable, it's the comfort layers that wear quickly under heavy weight.

That causes you to need a new mattress frequently...especially if the upholstery material is memory foam.

The most durable upholstery material is pure latex foam....and has been for the last 100 years.

The Adrian Mattress provides the firm support you need.

Add to that a Suite Sleep 2" Medium Soft Organic Latex Mattress Topper for surface comfort.

Shown here:

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

 

In several years from now, all you'll have to replace is the topper...and NOT the mattress.

 

The Magniflex KD Foundation you'll see priced with the Adrian Mattress is also extremely strong.

That will withstand a total weight of 1200 lbs.

I recommend getting that with the mattress.

 

UPS/FedEx Shipping is Free.

 

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

You Should Know 

 

Using an old box spring to support any new mattress will cause premature wear and void the manufacturer’s warranty.

https://themattressexpert.com/mattress-foundations/magniflex-kd-foundations/

 

A waterproof mattress protector will extend the life of a mattress by keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry.

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

 

Website: https://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Voicemail: 856-874-6894

How much weight can the Magniflex KD Foundation hold, including the mattress?

Bubba writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I'm interested in your Wolf Two Sided Brolynn Mattress in Firm.

My wife and I are quite heavy, about 300 lbs. each.

My question is, How much weight can the Magniflex KD Foundation hold, including the mattress?

Will it be strong enough for my wife and I?

Thanks, Bubba

 

Hi Bubba,

The Magniflex Foundations are extremely strong.

They are designed to hold up to 1200 Lbs....including the weight of the mattress.

You have nothing to worry about.

This foundation comes in 2 heights...8" or 5", and in your choice of color...Black, Gray or Brown.

It assembles easily with no tools required.

https://themattressexpert.com/mattress-foundations/magniflex-kd-foundations/

 

Both, that mattress and the foundation ship quickly.

Click on this link to view specifications and pricing for the Wolf Brolynn Two Sided Mattress.

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

 

UPS Shipping is Free

 

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

You Should Know 

 

Using an old box spring to support any new mattress will cause premature wear and void the manufacturer’s warranty.

https://themattressexpert.com/mattress-foundations/magniflex-kd-foundations/

 

A waterproof mattress protector will extend the life of a mattress by keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry.

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

 

Website: https://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Voicemail: 856-874-6894

Sleep Number Mattress not working for a 450 pound woman.

Ginger writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I am currently sleeping on a Sleep Number Mattress.  

To me, it feels like I am just dealing with it, like when I go camping.

It is NOT comfortable, as the salesman promised it would be.  

I'm a very large woman, weighing close to 450 pounds.

I have a frozen shoulder, fibromyalgia, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis and severe osteoarthritis. 

I sleep alone but I also have positional vertigo, so I sleep catty-corner so I never feel like I am falling.

This sleep number bed is certainly not working!  

I would love to hear from you.

Thanks, Ginger

 

Hi Ginger,

Not only is a Sleep Number the wrong mattress for someone your size, it’s the wrong mattress for most people. An air mattress is like a waterbed, relying on displacement rather than providing real support.

 

You're going to need a mattress strong enough to support your weight and provide proper spinal support, which you're not getting with an air bag. And you'll also need surface comfort for your other issues that the memory foam that's on top of that air bag is also not providing.

It's a tall order and not something you'll get with any mattress.

This will require a combination of products.

First, a mattress firm enough and strong enough to hold you and provide the support your spine requires.

That mattress is the Wolf Adrian...a very firm mattress with heavy interlocking coils.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/wolf-mattress/adrian/

 

Add to that, a Suite Sleep 3" Soft Organic Latex Mattress Topper.

Pure Latex is and has been the most durable, most resilient upholstery material for the past 100 years.

Latex Foam is hypoallergenic.

Shown here:

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

UPS/FedEx Shipping is Free.

 

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

You Should Know 

 

Using an old box spring to support any new mattress will cause premature wear and void the manufacturer’s warranty.

https://themattressexpert.com/mattress-foundations/magniflex-kd-foundations/

 

A waterproof mattress protector will extend the life of a mattress by keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry.

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

 

Website: https://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Voicemail: 856-874-6894

I've got a memory foam mattress and absolutely hate it.

T writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I've got a five or six year old memory foam mattress and absolutely hate it.

I'm a side and back sleeper as is my wife.

I'm a big dude 6'3" 220 and my wife is 5'3" 125

I wake up with low back pain every day.

We have each slept in our own "pit" for the last four years with a hump in the middle.

Please help me.

What's my next move?

Thanks so much, T

 

Hi T,

Replace that mattress with the Wolf Brolynn Old Fashioned Two Sided Mattress in Plush…providing excellent support comfort and longevity.

The individually pocketed coils contour to the shape of the body and maintain the natural alignment of the spine.

It’ll last a whole lot longer than yours did, as it has no memory foam in it.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

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

UPS shipping is free

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

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

Voicemail: 1-856-874-6894 

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I'm sleeping hot on a Tuft and Needle Memory Foam Mattress.

Jason writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I need some advice about a mattress for myself. 

I am currently sleeping on a Tuft and Needle Memory Foam Mattress. My issue is that I'm sleeping hot.

I keep my room very cool but still have to move to the cooler spots on the mattress.

And sometimes, I even have to sleep on top of the covers. 

I feel like I have a heating pad directly under my body some nights.

 

I think I need to get away from memory foam, at this point. 

Please recommend a plush innerspring cool sleeping mattress for a 250lb side sleeper with a shoulder injury. Sleeping on my back is not really an option.

Thank you, Jason

 

Good Morning Jason,

Before going to that expense, flip your mattress over.

A memory foam mattress can be flipped.

The underside is high density poly foam.

It’ll be firmer and won’t sleep hot.

Try that first and let me know how that works for you.

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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Hi Pete

Unfortunately, the flip side of the mattress was too firm for me. 

I lasted about two hours and had to get up.

I had purchased the Wolf Brolynn two sided old fashioned mattress from your company.

We have the soft side up with the 2" latex topper in our guest bedroom that my mom uses on the weekends.

I have slept on that for the past 3 nights and it is not hot and I’m adjusting to the firmness level. 

I would like a little more softness for my shoulders but I’m NOT waking up in pain, having to roll over. 

What do you suggest?

Thanks, Jason

 

Hi Jason,

That same mattress is available plush both sides, which would make it more comfortable. 

Adding your latex topper to it would be very nice, indeed.

Here’s the link to that mattress.

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

UPS Shipping is FREE.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

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

Voicemail: 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 small budget mattress that's made for a 350 Lb. person.

Melissa writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I need a king size mattress that's made for a 350+ lb. person.

I sleep hot and have a small budget. 

What do you recommend?

Thanks, Melissa

 

Hi Melissa,

What sleeps hot and wears quickly is memory foam upholstery.

Given your parameters, my best recommendation is for the Wolf Adrian Mattress.

Shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/wolf-mattress/adrian/

UPS Shipping Is Free

 

This is our strongest and least expensive mattress.

To make that mattress comfortable, add a soft mattress topper, (not memory foam).

Latex mattress toppers are the longest last, which is what we carry.

However, latex is expensive.

Cheap latex, which is made in China, wears quickly and is a waste of money.

Your best option for comfort and some longevity is a polyurethane foam topper.

I found these on Target’s website.

https://www.target.com/p/5-zone-1-25-foam-mattress-topper-room-essentials/-/A-78684847?preselect=78625568#lnk=sametab

 

2 Twin-XL size = King size.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

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

Voicemail: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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

Cheapest Firm Mattress with a Soft Latex Topper.

Louisa writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I'm looking for the Cheapest Firm Mattress with a Soft Latex Topper.

We love the feel of a latex mattress, but can't afford it.

I've seen your blog posts recommending them, but I can't afford that one either.

I need a queen size. My husband and I are large people. 

Everything we've bought over the last 5 years has pooped out quickly. (the reason why we have to go cheap)

I'm hoping you can help.

Thanks, Louisa

 

Hi Louisa,

I can, certainly, help you.

But first, the reason why all of your recent purchases have gone bad.

It's the memory foam. Salespeople push that junk as though it were the "be all to end all".

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

It is specifically designed to cause a mattress to need frequent replacing.

The more you weight, the shorter the lifespan.

 

My recommendations are:

The Wolf Adrian Mattress is firm and strong enough to hold up well under large people.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/wolf-mattress/adrian/

 

Add to that, The Natura Ultimate Plush Latex Mattress Topper.

https://themattressexpert.com/latextopper/

 

This sleep system combination will provide the support, comfort and longevity that has, thus far, eluded you.

UPS Shipping is FREE.

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

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

Voicemail: 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've gone through mattresses like you wouldn't believe. Each of us are around 300 lbs.

Jason writes:

 

Hi Pete,

My wife and I are heavy people. Each of us are around 300 lbs.

We've gone through mattresses like you wouldn't believe and I'm sick and tired of it.

Not only have we wasted a lot of money, we've spent way too much time thinking and researching.

I'm thankful to have found your blog.

 

I now know that it was the memory foam in these mattresses that has been the problem all along.

I know you don't sell mattresses with any memory foam in them. I'm confident we've found the right guy.

Please send me your best recommendation for a high quality, comfortable mattress.

I'm anxious to get this done, so we can start sleeping better...and move on to other things.

Many thanks for all you do, Jason

 

Thank You Jason,

I appreciate your confidence. You won't be disappointed this time around.

My recommendation comes in two parts...a good, strong mattress for support and a latex topper for comfort.

A mattress that's soft enough to be comfortable, won't stay that way very long under your weights.

 

That's what makes this two-part sleep system combination such a great value.

The latex topper absorbs much of your body weight, causing the mattress to remain like new much longer.

As the years go by, all you'll need to replace is the topper.

It's all about the quality of the components.

 

Our strongest, highest quality mattress is the Natura of Canada Greensping Firm.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

https://themattressexpert.com/greenspring-liberty-firm-mattress/

Add to that, a Suite Sleep Organic Dunlop Latex Mattress Topper.

The 2" Medium Soft is the most durable.

The 3" Soft is the most comfortable.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

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

 

Delivery is FREE.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

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

Voicemail: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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

An all latex mattress for large people.

Dennis writes:

 

Hi Pete,

My wife and I are looking for an all latex mattress for large people.

We are both over 250 pounds. Mostly side sleepers but on our back sometimes.

We bought, I think, a Sealy latex mattress from you about 15 or so years ago.

Thanks, Dennis

 

Hi Dennis,

Welcome back.

It sounds like you got your money’s worth from that mattress.

It would have been a Sealy, which had some polyurethane foam on top.

Now that Sealy is owned by Tempurpedic, they make nothing as good as what you previously purchased.

 

We now carry an all latex mattress with no poly foam.

They have better specifications.

These mattresses are made by Natura of Canada, which we’ve been carrying since 2013, when Sealy was sold.

Here is a link to that line of mattresses.

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

Delivery is FREE and there’s NO Sales Tax.

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

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

Voicemail: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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

What's the best mattress for overweight people with lower back pain?

Melissa writes:

 

Hi Pete,

What's the best mattress for overweight people (350+ lbs.) with lower back pain?

Thanks, Melissa

 

Hi Melissa,

I get a lot of customers between 300 and 500 lbs.

I have only one recommendation that will provide the support your spine needs to relieve chronic back pain, surface comfort for pressure point relief and longevity even under that much weight.

My recommendation comes in two parts.

 

The mattress for support and durability is the Natura of Canada Greenspring Firm mattress…and a Suite Sleep Organic 3” medium soft latex topper for long lasting surface comfort.

As the years go by, you’ll have to replace the topper from time to time, but the resiliency of latex is so great that it will absorb much of your body weight.

 

This results in the mattress not needing to be replaced for very many years to come.

While not cheap, the long term use you’ll get from the high quality of these products will be less expensive than anything else you can buy in the long run.

Here are the links for that mattress and topper

https://themattressexpert.com/greenspring-liberty-firm-mattress/

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

 

Delivery is FREE and there’s NO Sales Tax.

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Every Mattress is Freshly Made to fill your order...Guaranteed!

 

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

Voicemail: 1-856-874-6894 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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