Todd writes:
Hi Pete,
I’ve been following your site and blogs for many years.
Since 2017, we’ve been using a 2” Talalay latex topper, that we bought from you, on top of a firm Simmons Beautyrest Black mattress that we had. It’s been great.
We’re now looking to upgrade from a Queen to a King, and would like to have the same arrangement.
So, I’ll soon be ordering a king-size latex topper from you.
My question is about the mattress.
I think the Beautyrest Black has been retired or altered in some way.
I’m wondering if that’s the best option for a “luxury firm” mattress to go under the topper.
Do you have a “go-to” recommendation for the mattress in this setup?
And one more question:
Our stairway to our second floor is a little small. I’m worried about the king mattress fitting up the stairs.
Are there mattress options that fold or roll in some way to fit through tight spaces?
Thanks, Todd
Hi Todd,
I’m happy to hear that you’ve been enjoying the sleep system we recommended.
My wife and I had that same setup for a time. We gave it to our son and his wife.
They’re still enjoying theirs, even all these years later.
Unfortunately, Simmons has been sold to an investment group that also bought Serta.
The quality of these mattresses has plummeted significantly since then.
What I’d recommend as a high-quality alternative is the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress, which is the same mattress that my wife and I are currently using.
It's 9 years old and still in like new condition, despite the fact that each of us exceeds 200 lbs.
We have a topper on ours, as well, due to my wife’s sore hip.
The topper was necessary on the Beautyrest for the sake of longevity.
It isn’t necessary for that reason on the Natura mattress…only if you need it to be softer.
So, I’d recommend waiting until after the mattress arrives before ordering one.
You may find that it isn’t necessary at all.
Due to the high quality of the components, all of the Natura of Canada Greenspring mattresses are firmer than they sound.
The “Ultra Plush” model is not too soft.
In fact, only about 10% of the people who buy one, go on to order a topper for it.
It’s been my experience that the most difficult item to deliver up a tight staircase is a queen-size box spring.
The king mattress has enough give to bend around a tight area.
Here is the link to that mattress…showing specifications and prices.
This mattress comes with white glove delivery.
Delivery includes set up in your bedroom and removal of all packaging materials.
Delivery is free
Here is a link to our Toppers page.
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Thanks, Pete
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