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Almost bought a Stearns and Foster Mattress. Glad we didn't. I hate memory foam.

Ruth writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I have been reading your info for over an hour and have a couple questions. 

I healed our back pain by removing our mattresses and getting 2 twin airbeds with king 2" foam topper.  

Now my husband wants a real mattress again. 

We almost bought a Stearns and Foster Mattress, this week, and so glad we didn't. I hate memory foam. 

My husband is 6'1" 240 lbs., with dense muscle mass. He works hard. I am 5'6" 180 lbs., and very active. 

We are nearly 50 and hurt by the end of the day. We need good sleep. 

We are side sleepers and sometimes both stomach sleepers.

 

I am considering 2 twin xl instead of the king to reduce sag. 

Maybe that doesn't matter with better built mattresses. 

I see a couple of your recommendations like the Natura Blossom Latex Mattresses and the Wolf brand. 

Which is better for both healing bodies and longevity? And are there more to consider? 

I am eager for your advice and ready to order!

 

Lastly, our new home does not have very high ceilings, so I plan to put our mattress on strong plywood, skip the box springs, and ultimately not hit our heads on the ceiling fan. 

Plus, I like sleeping cooler and closer to the ground than the ceiling.

 

Look forward to your input. Thank you in advance for your kind help.

Sincerely, Ruth

 

Good Morning Ruth,

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

It’s the most resilient, longest last and ideal for relaxing over worked muscles and pressure point relief.

Given that your situation improved with an air mattress, a latex mattress is your best choice.

The Natura of Canada Blossom in Plush is also very comfortable.

Since there is a sizable difference in weight between you, it’ll be important to rotate your mattress on a regular basis…once a month for the first year, once every three months thereafter.

A solid base platform is the perfect support for that mattress.

The choice of 2 Twin-XL mattresses has its pros and cons.

The biggest drawback is the center, which can be overcome with a cinch strap.

Like this one on Amazon.

 

https://www.amazon.com/Samuel-Connector-Adjustable-Mattress-Stayover/dp/B08XWRZ9VH/ref=sr_1_4_sspa?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIzu6hlP2J-QIVURx9Ch1FdwM8EAAYASAAEgIV6_D_BwE&hvadid=410040498923&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9010256&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=1421669879306486669&hvtargid=kwd-6326272108&hydadcr=15251_11427281&keywords=mattress+joiner&qid=1658406379&sr=8-4-spons&psc=1&smid=AKF7QJTGKF1PZ&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExMEtORFgyRTRHVUU4JmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwODQxODAyMk5XNEwySVhLTEw4VCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwOTAxNzg0M1ZKOEk2UENJT04wSiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

 

The other drawback is the price.

The advantage is that you can rotate each mattress separately.

His side is more likely to need replacing before your side, which makes it less expensive to replace.

But latex lasts a very long time. And if you rotate it regularly, it shouldn’t be a problem.

Also, if one of you wants firm and the other wants plush is another advantage of getting 2 Twin-XL.

 

My vote would be for a one piece king.

Here’s a link to the Natura Blossom Latex Mattress in Plush, which provides firm support, with a cool and comfortable sleeping surface.

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

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The choice of firm isn’t suitable for the curves of a female body.

The thicker, higher end Twilight models are less suitable for a big man.

The more upholstery there is the faster a mattress will wear under 240 lbs.

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

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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I'm looking for a new queen mattress that doesn't sleep hot.

Kelsey writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I'm looking for a new queen mattress that doesn't sleep hot.  

My current one is a memory foam that is starting to indent after about 4 years, heading towards 5 years. 

Overall, it's comfortable, but I am starting to have back pain. For work, I sit in an office chair for hours.  

It replaced a double sided innerspring mattress I had for at least ten years that I loved but I couldn't find anything similar in mattress shops around me.  

For a new mattress I want a one that doesn't run hot.  

Do the latex mattresses run hot?  

 

I'm not sure what characteristics you'd need to determine a recommendation.  

I'm a woman, in my early thirties, and I weigh roughly 175 pounds.  

If you need to know anything else, please let me know.

Thanks, Kelsey

 

Hi Kelsey,

Only memory foam sleeps hot.

Only memory foam is a temperature sensitive material that softens as it warms from your body heat. It absorbs your body heat and then reflects it back to you.

Memory foam allows you to sink…the heavier parts of your body, more so.

This throws off the alignment of your spine, which enhances your pain.

 

The pain is caused by your job.

A deck job is the main cause of disc deterioration.

You might want to invest in an ergonomic chair.

Also, take a 30 minute walk every day.

 

Latex is the best of the foams, much more resilient and much longer lasting.

However, no all foam mattress provides the pushback support necessary to relieve your back pain. Only a good quality individually pocketed coil unit will do that.

 

My recommendation for you comes in two parts…mattress and latex topper.

The Wolf Jessica Mattress, uses a strong individually pocketed coil that contours to the shape of the body and maintains the natural alignment of the spine.

For surface comfort, add a Suite Sleep Pure All-Natural 2” Soft Organic Latex Topper.

Together, they provide the support, comfort and longevity you want and need.

 

Click on each link to view each of those products.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/wolf-mattress/the-jessica/

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

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

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A New Mattress as a Christmas Gift.

Jason writes:

 

Hi Pete,

My wife has been complaining about our mattress ever since we got it, 3 years ago.

It's a Tempurpedic, which we spent a lot of money on.

I can't tell you how disappointed we both are with this...especially after all the hype it took to sell it to us.

We were told that it would relieve my back pain and that it had cooling technology.

Well, my back did feel better for the first couple of months. Now, I'm in more pain than ever before.

My wife was told that it would provide relief to her hot flashes. 

Not only does it not do that, the heat factor is now worse.

After registering a complaint and having the mattress inspected, we were told that there's nothing wrong with the mattress. We can't return it and we can't live with it.

 

We have been jammed together in our queen size guest room for the past few months and miss our king size.

We are having company over the Christmas Holiday and will have to go back to the Tempurpedic.

We are absolutely dreading that.

I want to surprise my wife with a new mattress as a Christmas Gift before that happens.

Can you help me?

Thanks, Jason

 

Hi Jason,

The reason for all of your problems is the memory foam in that mattress.

You may or may not need to buy a new mattress. Let's find out.

The memory foam in your mattress is only on top. The memory foam is supported by high density poly foam.

So, flip your mattress over today and add whatever you have, like a comforter, to soften it.

After a night or two sleeping on the flip side, you'll better know what you need....if anything.

 

If that trick works for you, and it has for many over the years, you'll have a couple of options.

If whatever you use to soften the surface allows you to sleep comfortably, then you need not buy anything.

If the degree of softness isn't enough, but the firm support is good for your back, then add a latex topper.

The Suite Sleep Soft 2" or 3" Pure, Organic Latex Topper provides extraordinary, long lasting surface comfort.

Shown here:

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

 

If your back pain doesn't improve sufficiently, then you'll need a new mattress.

There's no better support for relieving chronic back pain than an individually pocketed coil system.

This type of coil system provides firm, pushback support against your spine that contours to the shape of the body, maintaining your spine's natural alignment. 

The mattress I recommend is very well made...The Wolf Brolynn Old Fashioned Two-Sided Mattress in Plush.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices:

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

Wolf Brolynn Old Fashioned Two-Sided Mattress

 

Suite Sleep Latex Topper

 

Regardless of how this goes, your wife's heat situation will no longer be a problem. 

Only memory foam is temperature sensitive...absorbing your body heat and reflecting it back to you.

There is NO Memory Foam in anything on our website.

 

The Suite Sleep Latex Topper ships via FedEx.

The Wolf Mattress ships via UPS.

Both will arrive in about a week's time...well before Christmas.

 

Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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We recommend our Organic Cotton Waterproof Mattress Protector. 

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A Latex Hybrid Mattress in Canada.

Trang writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I'm in Canada and looking for a latex hybrid mattress in king size that has a hotel-like feel. 

It should be comfy, not feel hot and not too hard on the back. 

I'm the back and side sleeper with the weight of 125 lbs. 

My partner has the same weight. 

Can you recommend me one that fits my needs?

Thanks, Trang

 

Hi Trang,

There are two types of latex hybrid mattresses.

Latex supported by high density polyurethane foam, and latex supported by a coil unit.

Here is a link to the former:

https://themattressexpert.com/latexmattress/

 

Here is a link to the later:

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

Any of the softer models will suit you.

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

White glove delivery includes setup in your bedroom and removal of your old mattress.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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/

 

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A Soft Latex Topper to Relieve Chronic Hip and Shoulder Pain Caused By a Tempurpedic Mattress.

Maria writes:

 

Hi Pete, 

I've read many comments by you about the value of talalay latex mattress toppers.

I am considering getting one, but I'd like to know if it will address my particular situation.  

I have a couple of herniated discs that are pretty much under control.

When I was diagnosed with them, 5 years ago, the Tempurpedic mattress was supposedly designed for people with back problems. So, I bought one.  

I feel like one shoulder and one hip have become chronically sore.  I can just about pinpoint the start of the shoulder problems to when I got this bed.  

To roll over I feel like I have to wake up and  "climb the mountain" from the valley I'm lying in.  

From what I've read, a talalay topper should help and soften the surface while still allowing me to address the discs.  Is that so?  

From what I understand, the tempurpedic uses body heat to contour to your body.

I am afraid that if I put a 2" topper on top of it, it will turn into a solid surface due to no body heat softening it. 

I am afraid that the topper will not be enough to counteract that, putting me back to square one. Is my thinking correct?  

If, in fact, the topper is the way to go, should I get the 2" or the 3"? I am a  5'2" female whose weight currently is 150 but heading down to 130.

This is my bed, alone, so my body type is the only one that needs to be considered.  

This investment needs to work for me so getting the exact right item is important. 

I appreciate any help you can offer! 

Thanks, Maria 

 

 

Hi Maria,

A soft Talalay latex foam mattress topper does the best job of relieving pressure points and relaxing muscles.

Two inches is all you'll need.

Despite what you think about memory foam, it's one of the worst materials ever invented for use as a mattress. 

The sinking from warming is one of the worst support systems you can choose for herniated discs. 

The underside of your mattress is made of firm poly foam.

My suggestion to you is to flip your mattress over before adding the 2" layer of soft latex.

You'll have what you want for your joints and better support for your back.

Here's a link to our latex mattress toppers:

https://themattressexpert.com/mattress-toppers-latex-more/

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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A Mattress For Scoliosis That Sleeps Cool.

Lesley writes:

Hi Pete,

I need a mattress that sleeps cool.

I need a mattress for someone with scoliosis.

Thanks, Lesley

 

Hi Lesley,

Short, sweet, and to the point. I like that.

 

Memory foam is THEE thing to avoid. It's the only upholstery material that sleeps hot.

Memory foam is a temperature sensitive material that absorbs your body heat and reflects it back to you.

 

A mattress that has a pre-compressed, individually pocketed coil unit, is best for scoliosis.

It provides pushback support that maintains the natural alignment of your spine...holding it in place.

 

The best mattress is the Natura of Canada Greenspring...which has that coil unit and latex upholstery...and NO Memory Foam.

There are 4 choices of comfort in that line of mattresses.

Here is the link where you can view specifications and prices.

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

Natura of Canada Greenspring Pocketed Coil and Latex ... themattressexpert.com The Liberta Firm Mattress delivers improved well being and scrumptious comfort with eco-friendly flair. A layer of NaturaWool™ maintains temperature control and gently buffers pressure points to diminish nighttime tossing and turning.

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Thanks, Pete

 

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A Mattress for Scoliosis that Sleeps Cool. Simmons Beautyrest & a Latex Topper.

Lesley writes:

Hi Pete, I need a mattress that sleeps cool. And, I need a mattress that will help with my scoliosis. Thanks, Lesley

 

Hi Lesley,

Memory foam is what causes people to sleep hot, and they are putting that junk in almost everything. The key, therefore, is to insulate yourself from the memory foam in the mattress. And, in your case, a mattress that provides firm, contouring support for the scoliosis. Maintaining your spine's natural alignment is the key to keeping that nerve in the small of your back from being pinched by the vertebra...the discs between them have worn. This is a condition that only improves if you don't continually aggravate it. Walking more will help a lot.

Here is a link to the Simmons Beautyrest World Class Santorini mattress in luxury firm. This mattress is firm but not hard. It uses an individually pocketed coil system for better contouring of your spine. Here, also, is a link to the latex toppers. Add a 2" soft Talalay Latex Mattress topper to this mattress for surface comfort that lasts, and to insulate you from the memory foam in the mattress. All natural latex sleeps cool, naturally. The latex topper is also extremely resilient...lasting for many years. It absorbs so much of your body weight, that the mattress will also last longer, about twice as long as it would without it. Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/simmons/beautyrest-recharge-world-class/

Beautyrest Recharge World Class - The Mattress Expert themattressexpert.com Beautyrest Recharge World Class Mattress is known for providing both comfort and support. Contact The Mattress Expert to order yours today! 856-874-6894

https://themattressexpert.com/talalay-dunlop-latextoppers/

Latex Mattress Toppers - All Natural Talalay Latex Toppers ... themattressexpert.com Talalay Latex toppers are normally purchased as “Soft” for the purpose of softening a too firm mattress. However, both, the Vytex Dunlop & Talalay Latex Mattress ...

Thanks, Pete

 

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Simmons ComforPedic Mattress Sleeps Hot. Latex Topper to Sleep Cool.

Mary writes:

Hi Pete. 

I have a hot sleeper/cold sleeper problem. We purchased a Simmons ComforPedic mattress about a year ago. 

Recently my husband has been sleeping on the couch and just told me he wakes up sweating at night - but I am more comfortable on this bed than any other. 

We have a waterproof mattress protector. A merino wool mattress topper and cotton sheets. 

The mattress was $2,500 so I don't want to replace it if possible. Do you think a latex topper would help my husband sleep cooler?
Thanks, Mary 

Hi Mary,

The Simmons Comforpedic uses memory foam, a temperature sensitive material that sleeps hot. The gel they use with it, is hyped as sleeping cool.

As you've seen, that gimmick doesn't work for very long.

Latex sleeps cool, naturally. It provides a barrier between you and the memory foam.

In short, you bet it will help.

Here is the link to our latex toppers. Delivery is free and there's no sales tax. The toppers come in a cover.

 

http://themattressexpert.com/talalay-dunlop-latextoppers/

Moisture from perspiration causes premature wear.

Protect your investment with high quality, Waterproof Mattress and Pillow Protectors that sleep cool and don't shrink.

http://themattressexpert.com/mattress-protectors/

 

 

Thanks, Pete

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Keeping my latex mattress topper clean and dust free.

Marnie writes:

Thank you, Pete

Please advise me as to how I might manage keeping my new latex mattress topper clean?  dust free etc.

Thanks, Marnie

 

Hi Marnie,

We use a waterproof mattress protector, which also happens to sleep cool.

Once it's protected in this way, the topper is 100% maintenance free.

Here is the link to these mattress protectors, which is what we use at home.

 

http://themattressexpert.com/mattress-protectors/ 

Danican Waterproof Mattress and Pillow Preotectors

There are also waterproof pillow protectors, which keep your pillows like new.

 

Thanks, Pete

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