The Mattress Expert

Lower back pain. Simmons Beautyrest Mattress?

Stephanie writes:

Hi Pete,

We've purchased several mattresses from you over the years.  

Back in '14 we purchased a 'Simmons Beautyrest Recharge Classic Flatbrook, Luxury Firm" in twin for our daughter. It was reasonably priced ($699) and is very comfortable. 

We had also previously purchased a  twin Beautyrest Trinity Park in 2010 from you.

 

We are looking to replace the Queen size mattress that my husband and I sleep on.

It's now about 17 years old.  

I am hoping to find something similar in comfort to the ones above.  

 

I know the mattress brands change model names all the time. 

Can you recommend a product comparable to the above, hopefully one that is beneficial for those who suffer from lower back pain. 

I have been experiencing that for about a year, and wondering if my current mattress may be part of the problem.

 

Thank you in advance,

Stephanie

 

Hi Stephanie,

Welcome Back!

Changes of model names and small changes in specifications was the norm in the old days…old days being when Simmons was owned by Simmons and when Sealy was owned by Sealy. Unfortunately, the old days have disappeared.

An investment group owns Simmons and Serta.

Tempurpedic owns Sealy and Stearns and Foster.

 

None of the mattresses you bought in the past have any memory foam in them.

Not having memory foam is why they’ve lasted for so long.

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

Any because memory foam returns when you get out of bed, you’ll not likely to prevail in a warranty claim…you simply have to buy new.

This diabolical approach has created a boon for the industry and a nightmare for the consumer…all that without even mentioning the toxic chemical off gassing.

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

Carcinogenic Formaldehyde and Benzene being 2 of the most dangerous.

 

Let me recommend to you, the same mattress my wife and I sleep on at home.

These were the highest quality mattresses we could find while shopping at the industry trade shows…something we were forced into when the industry went bad.

 

The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress is very comfortable without being too soft. 

All natural materials are used, so there’s no chemical off gassing.

This mattress provides excellent support, comfort and longevity.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

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

 

Delivery is FREE and there’s NO Sales Tax.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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An Old Fashioned Two Sided Mattress.

Eloise writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I have wasted way too much money on mattresses over the last few years.

I don't know what's going on, but I want a mattress that doesn't need to be replaced every year.

What ever happened to the Old Fashioned Two Sided Mattresses?

I want a mattress to provide firm support with a comfortable top, but not too soft.

Does such a thing exist?

Thanks, Eloise

 

Hi Eloise,

What happened, is memory foam.

All of the name brands have been sold to investors....name brands that you could once trust to make a quality mattress are now making disposable mattresses by using memory foam.

You wouldn't know they were disposable by the prices they charge, as "enhanced profits", is now job #1.

 

BUT, all is not lost.

There is an Old Fashioned Two Sided Mattress with NO Memory Foam in it.

The Brolynn model comes in Plush and is as you describe, offering firm, contouring support that maintains the natural alignment of your spine...which is the best type of support to relieve chronic back pain.

The upholstery is Natural, Plant Based Poly foam....an improvement over the chemical based poly foam used by this industry from the late 1960's until about 10 years ago, when memory foam took over as the primary upholstery material used by most mattress manufacturers.

 

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

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

 

UPS 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/

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Simmons Beautyrest two-sided, flippable mattresses?

Betty writes:

 

Hi Pete,

Are the Simmons Beautyrest two-sided, flippable mattresses?

How thick are they please?  

We bought a Beautyrest in 1952 and used it for 20 years and it was still in good shape because we were religious about turning and rotating it.  

No other mattress can compare.

Thank you, Betty

 

Hi Betty,

An awful lot has changed since 1952. In fact, almost everything has changed.

I was born in 1952...and I've changed quite a lot since then.

God took one look at what He had just created and said, "Never again!", and broke the mold.

 

The only thing that remains the same, in a Simmons Beautyrest mattress, is the individually pocketed coils.

In 1952, those mattresses were: two sided, button tufted, and upholstered with horse hair and cotton batting.

About 20 years later, the upholstery changed to polyurethane foam.

About 30 years later, they stopped using the button tufting.

About 50 years later, they began making them only one sided.

About 60 years later, Simmons was sold to an investment group, and they started using memory foam in some of their models....and now, all of their models.

About 65 years later, they switched to using all memory foam.

Today, there isn’t a Simmons Beautyrest mattress made, that will last for more than a few years, with the softer models lasting only a year or two.

And if you happen to be larger, heavier people, you’ll only get a few months out of them.

If you look online, at reviews for Simmons Beautyrest mattresses, you’ll see that they are no less than horrible.

 

You can blame most the decline in quality to the memory foam.

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

But because the memory foam returns when you get out of bed, it is highly unlikely to prevail in a warranty claim. You simply must buy new.

 

Memory foam is the worst upholstery material ever invented.

It has created a boon for the industry and a nightmare for the consumer.

 

In fact, all of the name brands that you could once trust to make a quality mattress, have been sold to investors who are now using memory foam. Now not a one of them makes a mattress that's worth buying.

 

If you would like to buy a good quality, old fashioned, two-sided mattress that uses the individually pocketed coil system, and is upholstered with polyurethane foam...and containing No Memory Foam, let me suggest the Wolf Two-Sided Brolynn Mattress, which comes in 3 choices of comfort.

You'll want it in firm, if you want a mattress that feels more like the one you bought in 1952.

Back then, they only came in "Firm".

(Don't be fooled by the price. It doesn't cost a lot to make a good quality mattress)

It does, however, cost a lot in advertising to sell you a poor-quality mattress.

 

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

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

 

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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All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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A Mattress that compares to the Sealy Posturepedic Irresistible Cushion Firm.

Anne writes:

 

Hi Pete. 

I spent a few hours on your site today, lots of great information.

I currently sleep on a Sealy Posturepedic Irresistible Cushion Firm mattress that I purchased in 2012. 

I love this mattress!

But I need to buy a new mattress and box springs for a guest bedroom I’m setting up. 

I thought I would take the new mattress & box springs and put the Sealy in the guest room, even though there is nothing wrong with it. 

I had no idea the mattress industry had changed so much since 2012!  

I can’t seem to find anything that compares to the Sealy Irresistible. 

I want to match it as closely as possible.

 

I do not want ANY memory foam and want no pillow top. 

I do want firm support, motion reduction and fabrics that breath because I’m a hot sleeper.

I did review the Sealy Hospitality mattresses but without any way to see the mattresses and a no return policy, it’s too big a risk.

I’m interested in your opinion when you have a chance.

Thanks, Anne

 

Hi Anne,

I’m afraid that everything we carry has the same disadvantage...nowhere to try it before buying and no returns...unless damaged, of course.

 

You’re on the right track, though,...nothing with memory foam in it and no pillowtop.

All of the name brands that you could once trust to make a quality mattress have all been sold and gone bad...all now upholstered with memory foam.

 

If trying before buying is something that’s important to you, you’ll have a difficult time finding a good mattress.

All that comfort guarantee nonsense started when memory foam was introduced.

It’s the kind of “hook” one needs to sell poor quality products.

 

You might want to consider keeping your Sealy in the master bedroom.

Perhaps get a latex topper for it, which will retard further wear.

Then just get something inexpensive for the guest bedroom.

 

For a guest bedroom, we carry an old fashioned two sided mattress that comes in a choice of comfort.

The Duo Comfort, (Firm on one side and Plush on the other side), is particularly versatile for accommodating guests with differing ideas of comfort.

There isn’t a matching box spring available. 

However, you can get a box spring and frame at a very price at Costco, Sam’s Club and Big Lots.

 

Here is a link to the Wolf Two Sided mattress.

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

It’s well made and has no memory foam in it.

UPS shipping is free and there’s no sales tax.

 

Also, here is a link to the Suite Sleep Organic Latex Toppers.

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

2” is all you need to preserve your mattress.

2” of soft latex adds a nice degree of extra comfort to an old mattress, without negating the underlying firm support.

 

Again, UPS shipping is free and there’s no sales tax.

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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Thanks Pete, 

All good advice!

I have a second guest room with a Queen and I saw and liked the Wolf two sided for that.

Tell me about your Natura of Canada Greenspring Pocketed Coil and Latex Mattresses. 

Is this going to feel like the Sealy I have now, which is an innerspring, I believe?  

Which model would come the closest?

Many thanks for your time!

Anne

 

Hi Anne,

The coils in your Sealy mattress are linked together....a coil unit that’s impossible to find anymore. Sealy holds the patent on it, and even they don’t use it anymore.

The Natura of Canada Greenspring mattresses use an individually pocketed coil unit, which everybody uses these days.

The coils move independently, which provides contouring support that maintains the natural alignment of the spine...and all but eliminates motion transfer.

The steel is heavy and double tempered for strength and durability.

The latex upholstery is the most resilient of all the foams.

Coupled with that coil unit, all of the mattresses are firmer than their firmness designations make them sound.

 

The Ultra Plush model is the most comfortable of the four choices.

That’s the mattress my wife and I sleep on at home.

We had to add a Suite Sleep 3” soft Vita Talalay Latex Topper to that for my wife’s sensitive hip.

It’s our biggest selling mattress.

Most people like it just the way it is. Some add a topper.

No one finds it to be too soft.

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.

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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Hi Pete,

The coils sound great. Especially the no motion transfer. 

And it will provide comparable support to the linked coil unit, correct?

 

My only concern is how much latex there is on top. 

I really don't like the feel of foam, so a topper would not work for me. 

I rented an Air B&B several years ago and had to remove the topper at check in, 

it was so soft and squishy.

 

So, on my Sealy, there is "2" of Sealy Foam" covered with a rayon cover. 

I can tell the foam is in there but the cover is tight so it feels really firm, which I like.

Anything described as plush is probably going to feel too soft to me. I like a firm feel. 

No sinking into the top 😟

What about the other Natura models?

 

Thanks, Anne

 

Hi Anne,

You’re lumping all the foams together.

Your Sealy has polyurethane foam.

That B&B used memory foam, if you sank into it....and most commonly used today.

Latex is the oldest and best of all the foams...the only one that is natural.

 

Latex was discovered in the 1880s and introduced as a mattress in the 1920s.

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

Polyurethane was invented in the late 1960s and was the primary foam used from the early 1970s, until about 10 years ago.

Memory foam made its debut about 20 years and has proven to be the worst upholstery material ever invented.

 

You don’t sink into latex. It cushions you and holds you up.

The best way to describe the feel, is one of floating...very comfortable.

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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Hi Pete,

Are there any mattresses with no foam?

Thanks, Anne

 

Hi Anne,

Prior to the invention of polyurethane foam, (that which is in your current Sealy mattress), mattresses were upholstered with cotton batting....a great place for dust mites to live and breed.

All of the foams are a hostile environment for dust mites, so that's no longer a problem.

It's rare to find such a mattress today. If you do happen upon one, it'll cost a small fortune.

And then you'll have a dust mite problem.

 

 

 

 

 

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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Mattress Advice for Back Pain and MS.

Jayne writes:

 

Hello Peter,

I’m hoping you can help me. I’m just looking for advice as I live in the UK. 

I don’t think you supply to Britain, but having read all your useful advice I’m hoping you can help me.

I had spinal surgery, a few years ago, and have now been told I will need to have the same surgery again. 

This time, on the upper disc’s above the original spinal fusion. 

I am in constant pain which keeps me awake at night. I just need some restful sleep. 

I am a side sleeper, (usually on the right side), with pillows under my back on the left.

My weight is 105 lbs., (7 and a half stone)

What I’m after is advice on what to buy to help alleviate some of the pain. 

I also suffer from MS, Multiple Sclerosis which doesn’t help!

I think I need to be raffled off, as the saying goes here!!

Anything you could suggest would most welcome.

Thank you for your help.

Kind regards, Jayne

 

Hello Jayne,

Since I can’t recommend a particular mattress, let’s focus on the components of the mattress...what to look for and what to avoid.

 

You’ll want a mattress that uses an individually pocketed coil unit for support and polyurethane or latex foam upholstery for surface comfort.

Poly foam is good. Latex foam is best.

 

Memory foam, aka Visco foam, is thee thing to avoid.

Contrary to all the hype surrounding it, memory foam is the absolute worst upholstery material ever invented. 

It will, surely, cause your pain to increase.

 

If you are unsure about what you’re seeing, as you shop, feel free to email me the specifications of any mattress you’re considering. I’ll be happy to translate the information therein.

 

Best of luck to you.

 

 

 

 

We recommend using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.

Keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry will extend the life of the mattress.

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/gotcha-covered/

 

 

Thanks, Pete

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Back Pain with a Hybrid Mattress from a Local Store.

Michelle writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I have been shopping for a mattress. 

I had one for around 10 years that was Kingsdown firm pillowtop and it was fantastic. 

When it was finally worn out, I decided to replace it. So, I went to a local mattress store.  

After explaining that my past experiences with foam mattresses were terrible and I always woke up in pain, the guy sold me a hybrid convincing me that the coils would make the foam more comfortable. 

Unfortunately, I bought it. Now, a month into it, I wake up in pain every day.  

I went back to the store to try to exchange it and they told me that no one even makes mattresses without foam, and that they don't sell any. 

Now I'm on your website and I see that you have a few. 

I want to return the hybrid and get one from you. Can you advise me on what to purchase? 

I like a soft bed with some support. 

My son has a Sealy Posturepedic Grass leaf firm mattress, which we purchased from you, and it's great.

Thanks for your advice, Michelle 

 

Hi Michelle,

While true, that all mattresses have foam, there are good foams and bad foams.

Memory foam is the bad foam. In fact, it’s the worst upholstery material ever invented.

Unfortunately, for that store, every mattress in their stores in upholstered with memory foam.

 

Polyurethane foam had been the standard foam used from around 1970 until about 10 years ago. 

The best of the foams is latex. That has been true for the last 100 yrs.

 

We specialize in mattresses that have no memory foam.

For the sake of quality, and not experiencing what you have experienced, most are upholstered with latex.

 

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

But that coil system topped with memory foam renders it worthless.

 

The Wolf Pocketed Coil/Latex Hybrid Mattresses will work for you.

The Tulah has more surface comfort than the Adara.

Both provide the same firm support.

Here is a link to those mattresses.

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

Wolf Hybrid Mattress | The Mattress Expert All Mattresses are Freshly Made to Fill Your Order. Approx. Delivery Wait Time: 1 to 2 Weeks. FedEx or UPS Delivery to the Front Door. Delivery is Free and There’s NO Sales Tax. themattressexpert.com

 

Shipping is free and there’s no sales tax.

 

 

We recommend using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.

Keeping the upholstery materials clean and dry will extend the life of the mattress.

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/gotcha-covered/

 

 

Thanks, Pete

Phone: 856-874-6894

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