The Mattress Expert

I have had a Stearns and Foster Knightsbridge Mattress for longer than I care to admit.

Jennifer writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I have had a Stearns and Foster Knightsbridge Mattress for longer than I care to admit. I have loved it!  

I tried to switch to a memory foam, a few years ago, and all that did was send me to the chiropractor several times to put me back into shape. 

So, my lumpy Stearns and Foster with divots in it, is sadly, still better.

 

But after that experience, I am terrified to buy a mattress!  

I did some research and had decided on the Stearns and Foster Lux Estate pillow top was the best choice, but something in my gut is saying no. 

 

Please help! I came across your site in my search and I think that Natura Greenspring Ultra Plush sounds like a good choice, however, the no trial period is particularly scary to me after the chiropractor fiasco.

Is there a better option I can try out first?

Thanks in advance for any help,

Jennifer

 

Hi Jennifer,

We had been a S&F dealer for many years, prior to Tempurpedic buying them.

They had been considered ‘The Cadillac of the Industry’.

Now, with all that memory foam upholstery, they’re nothing more than expensive junk.

It’s a good thing you didn’t pull the trigger on that purchase. You’d have only repeated your mistake.

Memory foam is higher deceptive, as you have learned the hard way.

At home, it feels nothing like it did in the store, only months after buying it.

Most stores are a sea of mattresses upholstered with memory foam.

You should be more afraid to buy those mattresses that you CAN try.

 

My wife and I asleep on the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress.

We have for the last 9 years. 

And despite each of us weighing more than 200 lbs., it’s still in like new condition.

The Natura Greenspring line is what we found to replace S&F.

It’s the highest quality line of mattresses we could find while shopping at the industry trade shows. It even exceeds the specifications of the old S&F.

I had a Knightsbridge, 20 years ago. It was a great mattress.

 

The Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress is also a great mattress and will give you all the support, comfort and longevity you need to stop your trips to the chiropractor.

Here’s the link to that mattress.

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

White Glove Delivery is Free, which includes setup in your bedroom and removal of all packaging materials.

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

 

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Time to replace our 17 year old Stearns and Foster Knightsbridge pillowtop mattress.

William writes:

 

Hi Pete,

My wife and I have loved sleeping on our 17 year old Stearns and Foster Knightsbridge pillowtop mattress. 

But I think it's getting time to replace it. 

It doesn't seem horrible, but was wondering about what would be best replacement. 

Or, should we try a latex topper?

We are both around 200lbs, some side sleeping but mostly on our backs.

We're looking to choose between the Saatva or the Natura GreenSpring.

If you could help give some input on these, I would be much appreciative.

Thanks, William

 

Hi William,

Your mattress is older than you think. It’s likely to be about 20+ years old.

It was one of the best mattresses S&F ever produced.

S&F is now owned by Tempurpedic.

Nothing they make today comes close to the quality of the Knightsbridge.

 

We had been a Sealy/S&F dealer for many years prior to Tempurpedic buying them.

The sale of those companies to Tempurpedic is what sent us shopping at the industry trade shows for high quality alternatives.

The Natura of Canada Greenspring is what we found to replace S&F.

The specifications of the Natura of Canada Greenspring mattresses exceed those of S&F mattresses when S&F was “The Cadillac of the Industry”.

 

I hear lots of complaints from Saatva customers, which is likely due to them using latex that’s processed in China.

 

We’ve sold a ton of these Natura mattresses since 2013, and without a single complaint. 

It’s what my wife and I sleep on at home.

We’ve had ours for 9 years, and it’s still in like new condition, despite each of us weighing more than 200 lbs.

We sleep on the ultra plush model, which is their most comfortable.

Due to the high quality of the components, it’s not as soft as it sounds.

It strikes me as ideal for the two of you.

Click on this link to view specifications and prices.

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

 

This mattress comes with white glove delivery.

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

Delivery is free

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

 

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Our next mattress will be the Natura of Canada Greenspring.

Brian writes:

 

Hi Pete:

I've decided that our next mattress will be the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress 

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

We're coming from an old "luxury firm" S&F and it sounds like this is a best option.

I'm really struggling as to what type of latex topper to get. 

I've never had a topper before, but I've read lots of good things about them. 

I'm wondering about the brands, which thickness, and even which comfort level? 

I had no idea toppers had so many options.

I'm 6' around 285, wife is 190 and 5'9" -- we're in our mid-40s.

Can you make some specific recommendations?

Thanks and look forward to hearing from you,

Brian

 

Hi Brian,

Given your size, I recommend going with the Natura of Canada Greenspring Luxury Firm Mattress and a latex topper.

The firmer model is better for supporting a man of your weight.

Shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/greenspring-liberta-luxury-firm/

Add to that, a Suite Sleep 2" Soft Organic Dunlop Latex Mattress Topper.

Shown here:

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

This latex mattress topper is comfortable and extremely resilient...the highest quality latex on the planet.

The Dunlop Latex will wear better than Talalay Latex under a 285 lb. person.

Beside providing surface comfort, it will absorb much of your body weight, which in turn, will cause the mattress to retain it's shape and comfort life better over the years to come.

 

 

You have to be careful with latex toppers. The quality can vary greatly.

Over the past several years, latex made in China has become available and popular due to the lower prices. The prices are low because the Chinese use clay as a filler when they make the latex foam.

Clay is a natural material, so it’s sold as all natural latex…not bothering to mention the clay. 

It does not wear well.

 

Thanks, Pete 

 

 

A waterproof mattress protector will extend the life of any mattress, keeping it clean and dry.

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Replacing a 20 yr. old Stearns and Foster Latex Mattress.

Jerry writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I have a 20 yr. old Stearns and Forster Latex Mattress.

It's been great, but it now needs replacing.

I spend most of the day in bed because of a disability.

I need a firm mattress. Can you recommend one?

I understand that S&F are no longer the same quality that they once had been.

Thanks, Jerry

 

Hi Jerry,

For someone spending a lot of time in bed, an all latex mattress will last the longest…especially a firm one.

And you're right! S&F isn't what it once had been since they were purchased by Tempur-Pedic in 2013.

The Best quality all latex mattresses come from a company called, Suite Sleep.

This is Pure, Organic Latex...the best on the planet.

There are three choices of comfort, shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/suite-sleep-latex-mattress/

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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: [email protected]gmail.com

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A review on the Stearns and Foster Luxury Firm mattress for your readers.

George writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I have a review on the Stearns and Foster Luxury Firm mattress for your readers.

After getting this mattress I went online and found your blog. Now, I know why.

 

I paid over $4,000 for this mattress and it's just AWFUL.

It was comfortable, at first.

Now, it's so uncomfortable and already sinking in spots.

This mattress is only 1 1/2 years old.

I called the store, where I bought it to register a complaint.

They sent someone to inspect it, only to tell me there's nothing wrong with it.

STAY AWAY from S&F mattresses.

Thanks, George

 

Hi George,

For the sake of our readers, I'll share what you learned from our blog.

For those who have had S&F mattresses, in the past, the natural assumption is that they are what to buy now.

 

In 2013, Sealy and S&F were purchased by Tempurpedic.

As of January of 2014, everything made with a S&F label is upholstered with memory foam.

Despite all the hype to the contrary, memory foam is the absolute worst upholstery material ever invented.

Its sole purpose is to cause a mattress to need frequent replacing.

So over night, S&F went from being the Cadillac of the Industry to nothing more than expensive junk.

 

Also, the more you spend, the worse it gets. $4000 will get you more fluff...and a quicker death.

You, simply, don't need to spend that kind of money to get a great night's sleep.

We had been a Sealy/S&F dealer for many years, prior to them being sold to Tempurpedic.

Check out our website for the mattresses that we sell...all very long lasting.

https://themattressexpert.com/

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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: [email protected]gmail.com

Voicemail: 856-874-6894

Excruciating Pain on a Stearns and Foster Estate Collection Plush Mattress.

John writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I really appreciate your reply!!!  

I am getting ready to fight with my retailer for a refund as I am on my second mattress from them.

It's a Stearns and Foster Estate Collection Plush King...... I can't lay in it for more than 10 minutes before my back, knees, neck go into excruciating pain!!!  

That's not what happened in the show room.

In the show room, it was extremely comfortable but I only laid in it a few minutes.  

I financed this mattress. Can you give me some guidance on how I can get a refund?

 

I will definitely order a Wolf Brolynn Plush Mattress, from you, once I resolve this situation.  

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

Thanks Again, John

 

Hi John,

We had been a Sealy/S&F dealer for many years, prior to them being sold to Tempurpedic in 2013.

S&F had been considered the Cadillac of the Industry, up to then.

They turned into nothing more than expensive junk, literally, over night.

 

Getting a refund isn’t likely, without some degree of coercion.

You might try reversing the charge through the finance company.

Your local news agencies often have a consumer advocacy department.

Getting in touch with your state’s department of consumer affairs may help.

If all else fails, a lawyer.

 

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: [email protected]gmail.com

Voicemail: 856-874-6894

We LOVED our 25 year old Stearns and Foster Mattress that we could flip.

Valerie writes:

 

Hi Pete,

After spending thousands of dollars on mattresses, Sleep Number and Tempurpedic, all end up with an indentation where we sleep, and we're not big people.

We LOVED our 25 year old Stearns and Foster Mattress that we could flip.

I've read your advice. Nothing is the same these days.

It looks like your Brolynn Two Sided Mattress is what we want. 

Is that your recommendation? Firm or Plush?

Thanks so much!

Valerie

 

Hi Valerie,

Most of today's mattresses are upholstered with memory foam.

S&F is now owned by Tempurpedic. 

What had been "The Cadillac of the Industry" is now nothing more than expensive junk.

Memory foam is highly deceptive by its nature.

That is to say, how a memory foam upholstered mattress feels when new, is quite different from how it will feel only a few months later.

 

The Brolynn Old Fashioned Two-Sided Flippable Mattress in Plush, is my recommendation.

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

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: [email protected]gmail.com

Voicemail: 856-874-6894

Back pain from a floor sample mattress.

Garth writes:

 

Hi Pete,

I’m having back pain from a floor sample mattress from a local furniture store.

The mattress was like new and we wanted it for a spare bedroom set.

The mattress is a king sized Stearns & Foster.

It is set on two side by side box springs.

 

I started sleeping on this bed when my wife had a cold and I didn't want.

Plus, our snoring wakes each other up. 

I have been sleeping on this S&F mattress for about nine months. 

I turn it a quarter turn regularly. Side sleeper with latex pillows I got from you.

Some days I wake up and it feels like my lower back is S shaped.

It takes a while to shake that off. 

I'm 63 and have had bulging lower discs a couple of times in the past. 

I was wondering if this mattress could be flipped over and then a 2” latex topper be used on it to keep me off the possible memory foam or use the topper over the mattress as is. 

Our other bed is a king size Simmons Beautyrest Black Mattress, with an Ever Eden 2 inch latex Talalay topper that we also got from you.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks, Garth

 

Good Morning Garth,

There’s a good chance that the floor sample may have been a return.

At this point, getting a latex topper for it is the logical move.

I suggest trying it on top of the mattress first.

It’ll probably be better for your back if you flip the mattress, but why do it if you don’t have to.

Here’s a link to the Suite Sleep Organic Latex Toppers.

 

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

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: [email protected]

Voicemail: 856-874-6894

Replacing a VERY old Stearns and Foster Mattress.

John writes:

 

Hi Pete,

My wife and I are replacing a VERY old Stearns and Foster Mattress.

We've had it for a few decades.

We went to a local store and asked to see the current replacement from S&F.

We were shown a mattress that had a peculiar feel.

That experience made me leery enough to walk out and do some research on my computer.

I thank God that I had the notion to do that. And I thank you for being there.

As it turns out, my suspicions were correct. That mattress I was shown is not the same.

 

After doing some reading on your blog, I've stopped looking for a S&F mattress.

So my question to you is, "What do you recommend?".

Our S&F is quite firm and we like it that way.

Thanks, John

 

Hi John,

A Stearns and Foster mattress that old would have a Bonnell Coil unit in it.

The old Bonnell coils were, by far, the most durable...last for multiple decades.

That changed after Sealy acquired S&F, when the coil system switched to an individually pocketed coil.

In 2013, Sealy/S&F was purchased by Tempur-Pedic, and that's when their quality hit the skids.

It's the memory foam upholstery that has caused the decline in mattress quality across the board.

Today, it's difficult to find mattress without any memory foam, and finding that Bonnell coil system has, literally, become the "Needle in a Haystack".

 

Fortunately, you came to the right place.

We do have a mattress using a Bonnell coil system and without any memory foam in it.

That mattress is the Wolf Adrian...Shown Here:

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

 

Don't let the low price throw you. 

The reason why nobody carries this type of mattress is because there's no money in it.

But, the quality is everything you're expecting.

Wolf is almost as old a company as S&F. Wolf was established in 1873...S&F, in 1846.

 

Ups Delivery is Free, and takes about a week to arrive.

  

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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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 mattress that can hold a 200 lb. woman with Fibromyalgia.

Heather writes: 

 

Hi Pete,

I need a mattress that can hold a 200 lb woman with fibromyalgia. 

But, it also needs to be long lasting to replace a 16 year old pillow top double sided Stearns & Foster mattress. I can’t remember what collection the mattress was at the time, but it was the most expensive available at that time costing around $4,000, if that helps you determine what Stearns & Foster model I’m replacing.

Thank You, Heather

 

Good Morning Heather,

The first thing that you must understand is that a lot has changed since you bought your S&F mattress.

Tempurpedic now owns S&F.

What used to be the Cadillac of the Industry is now nothing more than expensive junk…all due to the memory foam upholstery, which was not used in your mattress.

In order to make a successful purchase, it’s imperative that you avoid any mattress upholstered with memory foam.

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

It wears quickly, sleeps hot, and off gasses the toxic chemicals from which memory foam is made…a health hazard to every living being in your home.

 

Also, there is no mattress made today that will be strong enough to support a heavy person and soft enough to comfort a person suffering with fibromyalgia.

Your purchase will need to include a mattress for support and a topper or toppers sufficient to ease your fibro pain.

This type of sleep system combination will prevent you from having to replace your mattress frequently….only replacing the topper(s) from time to time.

 

The best mattress to get for you is the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush, which is not as soft as it sounds, due to the high quality of the components.

Shown here:

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

Latex is and has been, by far, the most resilient upholstery material on the planet for the past 100 years…and the first topper to add for both comfort and durability.

The Suite Sleep, pure Vita Talalay Latex Topper is the one to get.

It’s the softest highest quality latex topper available.

Shown here:

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

Normally, this combination is enough for most fibro patients.

If you need the mattress to be softer still, add an alternative down comforter.

(Alternative Down, aka synthetic down, is extremely soft and keeps its loft much better than real down).

These can be found online or at stores like Bed Bath and Beyond.

 

We had been a Sealy/S&F dealer for many years prior to Tempurpedic buying them in 2013. 

The Natura Greenspring mattresses are what we found at the industry trade shows to replace the S&F brand, for their ultra high quality.

 

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: [email protected]

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.