The Mattress Expert

Does perspiration damage a mattress?

Georgina writes:

 

Hi Pete,

Does perspiration damage a mattress?

My husband sweats something awful when he's sleeping.

I've noticed that his side of the mattress has a deeper body impression in it than my side.

I could understand it, if he were a lot bigger than me, but he isn't.

Is there anything that can be done about this?

Thanks, Georgina

 

Hi Georgina,

Yes. Perspiration does damage a mattress.

When moisture seeps into the upholstery layers of a mattress, they break down and lose their resiliency.

There are a couple of things that you can do.

The first thing is to avoid mattresses upholstered with memory foam.

Of all the upholstery materials available, memory foam is the only one that is temperature sensitive.

Memory foam absorbs the heat from your body and then reflects that heat back to you.

This causes you to sleep hot and perspire a lot more than you normally would.

 

To protect the mattress from premature wear due to the moisture from perspiration, use a waterproof mattress protector.

Even then, you have to be careful of which one you buy.

Some have a terry cloth top that also causes the user to sleep hot.

 

The ones we carry are cotton and sleep cool.

Here is a link to the Sleep & Beyond Waterproof Mattress Protectors.

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

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 

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What mattress will be long lasting and comfortable under a very large man?

Adam writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I am a very large man, 6'5" and weigh 350 lbs.

As you can imagine, I go through mattresses quickly.

They usually remain comfortable for only a few months and are shot within a year's time.

What mattress will be long lasting and comfortable under a man my size?

I sleep alone. I have only myself to consider with this purchase.

Thanks for any help you can provide, Adam

 

Hi Adam,

I have had many customers your size and larger.

Most stores are selling mattresses upholstered with memory foam, which is why they haven't held up well.

High quality components make for a high quality mattress. They're just hard to find.

But this time, you came to the right place.

 

To maximize support, comfort and longevity, I'm recommending a very firm mattress with a plush latex topper.

This sleep system combination will serve you well, and for many years.

The Mattress is the Natura of Canada Greenspring in Firm

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

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

 

The high coil count, with coils made of double tempered steel, along with the firm latex upholstery combine for an extremely durable mattress...even under a man your size.

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

Add to that mattress, a Suite Sleep 2" or 3" Soft Natural, Organic Latex Mattress Topper, which will provide you with surface comfort and added longevity to the mattress.

Shown here:

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

 

This latex topper will provide surface comfort that remains comfortable for several years.

When that time has passed, all you'll need to replace is the topper.

This is the most cost effect way for a very large person to buy a mattress.

 

The mattress comes with white glove delivery, which includes set-up and removal of all packaging materials.

The latex topper arrives via FedEx.

Shipping, for both, 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.

Harness Company Hotel Mattress.

Lois writes:

 

Hi Pete,

We are trying to find a mattress called 660 Deluxe that we slept on at Holiday Inn Express, Branson. 

It is made at the   in Harrison, Arkansas. 

It was so comfortable to sleep on and our backs didn’t hurt the next morning.

 

We were going to stay at another Holiday Inn in Mankato, MN but apparently their mattress, a Simmons Beautyrest, 

is made special for them and we probably can’t find it.

 

We both have back and neck pain, sleep on our side and need a comfortable mattress as we are in our 70s and sleep is sometimes hard to come by.

 

Any suggestions or find something near us in MN so we don’t have to travel or try to have it shipped here. 

Thank you, Lois

 

Hi Lois,

If you want to shop locally, be sure to ask for mattresses that have no memory foam in them.

Memory foam loses its initial comfort quickly, causing any mattress upholstered with it, to need frequent replacing.

The hotel mattresses you slept on have no memory foam in them.

Most hotels have long rejected mattresses upholstered with memory foam.

Also, most memory foam is a composite of 61 different chemicals.

It off gasses the toxic chemicals used to make it.

 

Unfortunately, most retail stores are a sea of mattresses upholstered with memory foam. 

It’ll be difficult to find a mattress, locally, without memory foam in it.

 

The Harness Mattress Company only delivers mattresses to their local area.

You would not be able to get one shipped to you.

 

That Holiday Inn does not have mattresses made exclusively for them.

What they have is a Beautyrest made for hotels with no memory foam in them.

Those mattresses are not available at any retail stores.

But, you can buy one from Simmons, directly.

Click on this link to order one from Simmons.

https://beautyrestguestpurchase.com/mattresses/360-sea-breeze-plush

 

What we carry is made with an individually pocketed coil unit, like the coil system used in every Simmons Beautyrest.

The specifications are better and it comes with white glove delivery.

Delivery includes setup in your bedroom and removal of your old mattress set and all packaging materials. 

No physical exertion on your part.

Delivery is free and there’s no sales tax.

 

Click on this link to view specifications and prices for the mattresses I’m recommending...the same mattress my wife and I sleep on at home.

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.

In the market for a waterproof mattress protector.

Erin writes:

 

Hello Pete,

I am in the market for a waterproof mattress protector and mattress cover for a DIY build. 

The Sleep and Beyond My Protector caught my eye, but I only have a 6” deep mattress. 

Would it still work well for that depth? 

Also, is the waterproof protection area only the top?

Thank you for the info on your site!

Erin

 

Hi Erin,

The Sleep and Beyond “My Protector” does have a waterproof skirt.

It’s more than you need for a 6” mattress, as it fits up to 18”.

But it will work.

Here’s the link:

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

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.

A Latex Topper for a European Size Dux Mattress.

Carl writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I am looking for a replacement latex topper pad fitting a European size Dux mattress,  70’’ x 77’’ (approx.)

Please advise.

Thanks, Carl 

 

Hi Carl,

I’m sorry.

None of my suppliers make things in that size.

However, there is a US solution that would require some effort on your part.

 

You can take a king size latex topper out of its zipper on cover, and cut it to size.

A king measures 76” x 80”.

This would require a strong hand and a strong pair of scissors.

 

Here is a link to the Suite Sleep Pure, All Natural Vita Talalay Latex Topper.

It’s 3” of the softest and highest quality Talalay Latex on the planet.

It’s the most commonly chosen latex topper to replace a Dux topper.

https://themattressexpert.com/xcart5/100-all-natural-pure-vita-talalay-latex-topper.html

 

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.

A Mattress that will get NO Body Impressions.

Janet writes:

Hi Pete,

I'm looking for a mattress that will get NO body impressions.

My husband is 6' 3" and weighs 250 lbs. I'm 5' 8" and weigh 180 lbs.

Every mattress we've had develops body impressions.

"Body Impressions" is what the salespeople call it. I call it sagging.

What's the best mattress to buy that won't sag?

Thanks, Janet

 

Hi Janet,

All upholstered products eventually sag under the weight of most people.

The bigger you are, the faster and deeper those sags will occur.

It's the nature of the beast.

The higher the density of the upholstery materials, the slower they will develop.

The lighter the body weight, the less of a problem it becomes. 

 

That being said, the best way for people your sizes to avoid sagging, while still being able to enjoy a comfortable mattress, comes in two parts.

1) Start off with a firm mattress.

2) Soften that mattress with a separate mattress topper.

 

The best mattress topper is all natural latex. (Best being, most comfortable and longest lasting).

These high quality mattress topper will absorb your body weight, leaving the mattress in like new condition for many, many years. The latex toppers, themselves, last a good 5 years, or so, under your weights.

When the time comes, simply replace the topper.

 

The firmest, strongest mattress is the Natura of Canada Greenspring in Firm...shown here:

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

The highest quality, softest, most comfortable latex topper is the Suite Sleep Vita Talalay Latex...shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/xcart5/100-all-natural-pure-vita-talalay-latex-topper.html

That mattress comes with white glove delivery, which includes set-up and removal of your old mattress.

The latex topper ships via UPS.

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.

Sleep and Beyond Waterproof Mattress Protector.

Kevin writes:

 

Hi Pete,

What would be the lead-time on the Sleep and Beyond waterproof mattress protector that you provide the link to?

Thanks, Kevin.

 

 

Hi Kevin,

The Sleep & Beyond Waterproof Mattress Protectors ship out in about 1 week...sometimes less.

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

Sleep & Beyond Mattress Protector | The Mattress Expert BENEFITS. This unique 2-in-1 waterproof protector adds a nourishing protective layer to the mattress, protecting it from stains, spills, and bacteria. themattressexpert.com

 

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.

Back Pain from a Sagging Sealy Mattress.

William writes: 

 

Hi Pete,

I've just be declined by Sealy for a replacement mattress. The one I bought last year is sagging.

The sag is deep enough, but there is a slight, barely perceptible perspiration stain on the mattress.

It was for this reason, I was denied an exchange.

The sag is bad enough that it is causing me back pain. So now I have to buy a new mattress.

Am I going to run into this with every mattress? It sounds, to me, like an excuse to not service their customers.

I can't afford to replace these every year. What's your best advice?

Thanks William.

 

Hi William,

The "Stain Clause" is part of every mattress' warranty.

It's not an excuse, but a legitimate reason.

When moisture seeps into the upholstery layers, they break down...lose their resiliency and begin to sag.

Your Sealy mattress is upholstered with memory foam, which isn't very resilient to begin with.

The very first thing is to avoid mattresses upholstered with memory foam.

 

It is extremely important for you to use a waterproof mattress protector.

We carry a couple of very high quality organic cotton waterproof mattress protectors.

Shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/sleepbeyond/sleep-beyond-bedding/sleep-beyond-mattress-protector/

 

Everyone should use a waterproof mattress protector on every mattress in the home.

It's the best way to protect your investment. You wouldn't be in this position today, had you been using one.

 

We also have available, excellent quality mattresses at reasonable prices.

Here are a couple of links to those. You only need to replace the mattress. 

Your foundation does not need to be replaced, as it is only a year old.

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

 

 

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

 

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/

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 have had 5 memory foam mattresses in 5 years!

Darlene writes:

 

Hi Pete,

We have had 5 memory foam mattresses in 5 years!  

Actually, my husband is still on the memory foam. I'm currently sleeping on an air mattress on the floor. 

That's how bad my body hurts.  I've tried everything. 

I've turned the "no flip" on the hard side and added a memory foam topper .

I've added another memory foam topper on top of the "good" side of the mattress. 

After having read and reread your website, I am currently wondering whether a firm latex mattress topper over the memory foam mattress will help - or am I just wasting more money?

 

I am 66 - my husband is 75. I weigh 165 lbs. and sleep on my side. 

My husband weighs 200 lbs. and sleeps on his back.  

 

Thank you in advance for any assistance!

Darlene 

 

Hi Darlene,

Since you’ve read my blog, you must have figured out that your problem has been the memory foam all along.

No. Adding a firm latex topper to the top of a memory foam mattress will not produce the results you’re looking for.

 

Your memory foam mattress isn’t all memory foam.

The memory foam is only on the top.

The memory foam is supported by high density poly foam.

 

As a first step, buy a Suite Sleep 100% Pure All Natural 3” Soft Dunlop Latex Topper.

Shown here:

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

Suite Sleep Toppers | The Mattress Expert Size Twin Twin XL Full Queen King California King; Price: $349.99: $399.99: $449.99: $499.99: $599.99: $599.99 themattressexpert.com

When it arrives, flip your mattress over and add the latex topper.

Get rid of all your memory foam toppers. They’re worthless.

 

Doing this will give you firm support and a comfortable sleeping surface.

When the time comes to buy a new mattress, get a firm individually pocketed coil innerspring.

You can use that same latex topper on top of it.

 

 

Thanks, Pete

Website: www.themattressexpert.com

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com

Phone: 856-874-6894

 

 

 

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will increase longevity.

Use our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

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

 

Free Delivery...Factory Direct.

All Items Made Factory Fresh to Fill Your Order

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

Sealy Mattress that we Purchased in 2015.

Li writes:

 

Hello Pete,

I found your site while looking into our Sealy mattress that we purchased in 2015.  

Since then I've had significant ongoing issues, skin rashes, fatigue, irritability, mood swings and general unwell feeling.

I've been to many doctors and explored all avenues I could but now I believe it's due to the mattress.  

I'm 5' 8'' and about 140 lbs. He's about 6' and 165 lbs.

What do you recommend for replacement?  

Also, is there any way to know for sure what was in this particular mattress?

Thank, Li

 

Hi Li,

Sealy was purchased by Tempurpedic in 2013.

All of their mattresses are upholstered with memory foam.

Memory foam is made of 61 different chemicals, some of which are highly toxic.

You are, no doubt, reacting to the chemical off gassing.

Some people are more sensitive to these chemicals than others.

 

Since you are, both, so slender, either of these Pocketed Coil/ Latex Hybrid Mattresses will work well for you.

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

Wolf Hybrid Mattress | The Mattress Expert The Uno Smart adjustable base created by Magniflex is a product of German engineering that has been designed to provide our customers with the highest level of well-being with several benefits to ensure satisfied customers. themattressexpert.com

Both are supportive and comfortable. The Tulah has a softer surface feel.

The Adara has the better specification and is more durable.

 

You don’t need a new foundation.

UPS 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

Website: https://themattressexpert.com/

Email: pete.themattressexpert@gmail.com