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Shoulder and back pain, All-natural Soft Latex Mattress Topper.

Hello Pete,

 

I bought a gusset feather topper as a last resort to excruciating daily pains from my mattress.

After a year, it's gone flat.

My husband and I bought a firmer mattress after trading in my cushy pillow top. 

After the birth of my second child.

 

After about 5 years of use, the pillow top was causing significant shoulder pain and upper back pain for myself and causing my spouse to not even be able to move in the am. 

We bought a firm mattress, but, laying on this mattress without something soft for me causes extreme hip and leg pain which resulted in me not being able to move in the am. 

Due to the costs associated with purchasing a mattress, I purchased several different toppers over the last two years and find that, ultimately, memory foam causes more pain for me than just extra padding. Feather tops just don’t hold up. 

I had been looking into latex or wool as an alternative but am tired of having the same problems with everything I purchase. Not to mention the extra prices. 

I recently pilled two products together and after two nights I can’t move my neck. 

Please help,  Mother of two

 

 

Hi Mom,

(To be clear to those reading...Not My Mom)

Pure, All Natural Latex is the only thing that works works well and works long term. 

An EverEden 2" soft all-natural Talalay latex Topper will relieve all the pressure points and last for many years.

Those latex topper are 100% All-Natural and Chemical Free...safe for anyone. 

UPS Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.

Here is a link to our latex foam mattress toppers.

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

100% All Natural Talalay and Dunlop Latex Mattress Toppers ... Soften the surface of a too firm mattress. Insulate yourself from the memory foam in your mattress to Sleep Cool. Extend the comfort life of your mattress. themattressexpert.com

 

ALSO IMPORTANT:

I suggest using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will greatly extend the life and loft of the upholstery materials inside. Ours sleep cool and make NO Noise.

Shown here:

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

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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A Good Mattress with Latex Topper, and No Memory Foam.

Hi Pete, 

It sounds like pillow top mattresses will not last.

You often recommend a latex topper instead of a pillowtop.

What is the latex topper like?

 

We have both slept on a memory foam type topper or gel.

It sinks down and when you move you sink in again like your in quicksand. 

We HATED it.

 

I'm worried this latex type foam is same idea and feels like some type of memory foam.

Is there a big difference or does it make an imprint like memory foam?

We need delivery to Atlanta. Do you deliver there?

Thanks, John

 

 

Hi John,

Memory foam consists of 61 different chemicals, (some toxic), and is temperature sensitive. 

It's the temperature sensitivity that allows it to soften as it warms from your body heat.

THIS, is why you sink into it. 

Memory foam is the ONLY upholstery material that is temperature sensitive.

In it's 20 year history, it has proven to be the absolute worst upholster material, ever.

 

Latex and memory foam are like night and day.

Latex is the antithesis of memory foam...polar opposites. 

Latex foam rubber is made from the sap of the rubber tree. 

It's all-natural and extremely comfortable and equally resilient. 

Latex has been the best material available since the 1920s

 

Latex cushions you, but does not allow you to sink. 

The best description of the feel is "Zero Gravity". 

It holds you up and cradles you at the same time...providing the feeling of floating.

 

It is not affected by your body heat, as is memory foam.

Latex sleeps cool, unlike memory foam, which sleeps hot.

 

We sell latex topper to soften the surface of a too firm mattress.

Also, to counter the effects of a mattress containing memory foam.

 

We carry many mattresses that are already upholstered with latex and contain NO memory Foam.

For mattresses like these, the purchase of a separate latex topper is not necessary.

Here is a link to our best, most comfortable, most popular and longest lasting mattress.

The Natura of Canada Greenspring Plush Eurotop...shown here:

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

Natura Greenspring Pocketed Coil Mattresses | The Mattress ... Greenspring Liberty Plush Euro Top. Experience deeper, more restorative sleep with the Liberty Plush Euro Mattress. Lush helpings of natural ingredients come together ... themattressexpert.com

 

We sleep on one of these, at home.

 

White Glove Delivery is Free, Nationwide...US & Canada, And there's NO Sales Tax.

If you have a mattress that only needs a topper, your best choice is:

The EverEden Pure, All Natural 2" Soft Talalay Latex Topper

Shown here:

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

100% All Natural Talalay and Dunlop Latex Mattress Toppers ... Soften the surface of a too firm mattress. Insulate yourself from the memory foam in your mattress to Sleep Cool. Extend the comfort life of your mattress. themattressexpert.com

 

 

ALSO IMPORTANT:

I suggest using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will greatly extend the life and loft of the upholstery materials inside. Ours sleep cool and make NO Noise.

Shown here:

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

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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A Strong, Long Lasting Mattress for a 375 Lb. Man.

Hi Pete,

I'm at my wits end. I keep buying mattresses, and they don't hold up.

Granted, I weigh 375 Lbs., but my 20 year old mattress held up just fine.

Frankly, I'm sorry I got rid of it.

I've tried different types and brands of mattresses, at various price points.

All turn to mush within a year.

At this point, I don't have a lot of money to spend, but don't want to waste anymore of it.

It's just me in the bed. I need a queen size.

What do you have that will last?

Thanks, Elgin

 

Hi Elgin,

Most of today's mattresses, and all of the name brands, are upholstered with memory foam.

Memory foam is a temperature sensitive material, that softens after is absorbs your body heat.

It isn't very resilient to begin with, so even light weight people have the same problems you've experienced.

There was NO Memory Foam in your 20 year old mattress, which is why it held up well.

 

To return to that kind of quality, oddly enough, doesn't cost much...so, you're in luck.

The strongest coil unit, throughout the last 100 years, was the Bonnell Coil.

This was a very large coil, with a heavy gauge, double tempered steel wire.

 

Over a period of 4 decades, high density polyurethane foam was the primary upholstery material....which ended with the advent of memory foam.

This is what was in your 20 year old mattress.

However, pure, 100% all natural latex foam rubber has been the best upholstery material for the last 100 years. (Best, in terms of comfort and durability).

 

Here is a link to the Tulah Firm Mattress...which uses that Bonnell Coil unit and high density poly foam....an Old Fashioned Two Sided Flippable Mattress.

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

Wolf Double Sided Flippable Mattresses | The Mattress Expert Old Fashioned made Two Sided Mattress that you can flip. Strong coil unit and NO Memory Foam. Durable for Plus Sized People. Works with Adjustable Bed Bases. themattressexpert.com

 

I imagine that because you were also 20 years older, you found your 20 year old mattress to be lacking in comfort...which is why you went shopping for new.

Like your old mattress, The Tulah Firm isn't comfortable.

It's provides excellent support and will well handle your 375 lb. frame.

But, to make that mattress comfortable, add an EverEden Pure, 100% All Natural Latex Mattress topper. Specifically, the 3" Vytex Dunlop Latex in Medium.

Shown here:

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

100% All Natural Talalay and Dunlop Latex Mattress Toppers ... Soften the surface of a too firm mattress. Insulate yourself from the memory foam in your mattress to Sleep Cool. Extend the comfort life of your mattress. themattressexpert.com

 

Latex is nothing like memory foam. Latex provides long lasting comfort and is extremely resilient.

Besides adding surface comfort for a deeper night's sleep, it will absorb much of your body weight...causing the mattress to work less and last longer.

 

And, all this costs a lot less than you'd expect.

If you like what you see, you can order these products online.

FedEx Delivery is Free and there's NO Sales Tax.

 

 

ALSO IMPORTANT:

I suggest using a waterproof mattress protector with every mattress.

Keeping your mattress clean and dry will greatly extend the life and loft of the upholstery materials inside. Ours sleep cool and make NO Noise.

Shown here:

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

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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Mattress coil counts. What matters for quality and longevity?

John writes:

 

Hi Pete,

Concerning coil counts, is this important and what is a satisfactory amount for a queen size? 

Tempered coils or not? Do they really help with sagging? And when you talk levels what does that mean? 

Thanks, John

 

Hi John,

It's important to understand that a mattress is a pressure sensitive item. 

How well a mattress wears depends on the weight that is being placed upon it, in conjunction with the quality of the components, from which it's made.

A mattress made of poor quality components will wear quickly. 

 

Take Simmons Beautyrest, for example. 

This has been one of the most popular brands since they introduced the individually pocketed coil system, back in the 1920s.

If you look at reviews for Beautyrest mattresses, they are horrible.

These mattresses have a good coil count, but the steel from which the coils are made, is not tempered.

THAT, along with the memory foam upholstery, is why reviews are so bad. Memory foam is the lowest quality upholstery material.

 

In fact, all of the name brands are upholstering their mattresses with memory foam.

They have sacrificed quality and longevity for profit...selling more mattresses, more frequently, to the same people.

Memory foam is THEE thing to avoid.

You could have a very high coil count. And, even if those coils were made of tempered steel, it wouldn't wear well because of the memory foam.

 

What makes memory foam so bad, is that it is not only pressure sensitive, it's also temperature sensitive.

It's the only upholstery material made, that is temperature sensitive.

As is warms from the body heat you emit, memory foam softens and allows you to sink into it.

Memory foam isn't very resilient to begin with. After is warms and softens night after night, it begins to lose the little resiliency it had, within weeks.

 

Coil count is only a small part of all this.

So, let me recommend a mattress using the highest quality components:

• 1020 coil count in queen...more that in any Simmons Beautyrest.
• Pre-compressed Individually pocketed coils, like the ones used by Simmons, but made with double tempered steel.
• NO Memory Foam
• Upholstered with Natural Talalay Latex....latex being thee best upholstery material for the last 100 years. 

The mattress is made by Natura of Canada....The Greenspring line.

Of the 5 available models, the Plush Eurotop is the most comfortable.

Shown here:

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

Natura Greenspring Pocketed Coil Mattresses | The Mattress ... themattressexpert.com Greenspring Liberty Plush Euro Top. Experience deeper, more restorative sleep with the Liberty Plush Euro Mattress. Lush helpings of natural ingredients come together ...

We sleep on one of these mattresses at home. It's, by far, the best mattress we've home tested...out of many, over the years.

 

Many mattress manufacturers use a leveling system for their mattresses. These are levels of expense.

It has nothing to do with quality or if it's right for you.

Many people are of the mind that the more money you spend, the better the quality.

If you're such a person, then get that piece of total nonsense out of your head.

In NO WAY, does it apply to the mattress industry...as a whole.

 

Another thing to keep in mind, is that all of the, so called, "Name Brands", have betrayed the trust they had spent decades building with the consumer.

With each and every one of them producing mattresses loaded with memory foam, they are now, nothing more than junk mattresses.

They are specifically designed to fail quickly.

 

 

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Thanks, Pete

 

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Adara Latex Hybrid Mattress for Relief of Pain from Degenerative Discs and Fibromyalgia.

Elayne writes:

Hi Mattress Expert, 

I am impressed with the info you share and your expertise on the subject. 

I have read through your website materials and this is what I'm considering buying: The Brooklyn Plush from the Wolf Company. 

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

Wolf Double Sided Flippable Mattresses | The Mattress Expert themattressexpert.com Old Fashioned made Two Sided Mattress that you can flip. Strong coil unit and NO Memory Foam. Durable for Plus Sized People. Works with Adjustable Bed Bases.

I am a single female 56 years old with lower back degenerative issues. I currently have a 4.5 year old True Luxury Collection 5 star mattress, that has memory foam on the top. 

I'm 5' 4" and weigh 130 lbs now but weighed 165 when I bought it. It is sagging only slightly, visibly, but my back takes 1.5 hours before I can get out of bed it hurts so badly in the mornings. 

I'm a side sleeper. I thought I would buy the mattress that I mentioned because it is: flippable, has enough coil strength to give me the support that my back is crying out for.

It may or may not need a mattress topper. (I have 2  that I purchased to make my existing situation bearable) and I have limited $ to spend. 

Can you tell me if this idea would be workable for my situation? Or do you have good counsel you could give me about why you might recommend something else?  

Thanks so much for your time. I'm on the floor tonight on the 3" topper,  just to see if I can get more relief. Something has to change soon. 

Thanks, Elayne

 

 

Hi Elayne,

Are either of your two toppers made of latex?

Thanks, Pete

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Hi Pete,

No. I'm afraid that neither are made of latex.

Elayne

 

Hi Elayne,

If they aren't latex, they are likely to be memory foam.

Memory foam will continue to hurt your spine.

Get rid of them.

 

Best choices for mattress:

The Wolf Two Sided Brooklyn Plush

Or 

The Wolf Latex Hybrid...Adrian or Adara.

Shown here:

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

Wolf Latex Hybrid Mattress | The Mattress Expert themattressexpert.com All Natural Cotton Cover. All Natural Wool backing as a natural fire retardant. Upholstered with All Natural Latex. All Natural Wool insulator pad for support.

Thanks, Pete

 

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Thanks so much Pete!!! 

I read some more of your advice that you have given and I had a question about the Adara vs the Adrian. 

You said to someone that the Adrian was firmer/strong (a bit) and I failed to mention that I also have fibromyalgia, (not an extreme case but it does affect me and my sleep). 

So between the 2 of those, which would you recommend. I intend to buy one today 

Thanks so much for all of your help!

Elayne

 

 

Good Morning Elayne.

You were reading some older posts.

The Wolf Latex Hybrid models changed a couple of months ago.

Now, both use a pocketed coil.

In fact, the specifications for both are the same.

The difference is that the Adara model uses all natural materials, for that small difference in price.

 

The older post, that you read, was when the Adrian used a stronger Bonnell coil, which is stiffer than the pocketed coils.

My granddaughter has an Adara.

I had the opportunity to take a nap on that mattress, the last time we visited.

It’s extremely comfortable.

Both, your degenerative discs and fibromyalgia will do well on it. And since the components are high quality, that mattress should last you for many years.

Thanks, Pete

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Thanks so very much Pete!!!

I'll buy that one. Be sure that I will share your page and your helpfulness with all of my friends 

You've been most gracious! Have a great day Pete!!!

Could you give me a rough estimate about how long it takes to get delivered? I live in Oregon. I couldn't find this info on your site. 

Sorry to bother you.

Thanks again. Elayne 

 

No bother, Elayne.

Wolf ships via FedEx. It, generally, takes about a week to get their mattresses anywhere in the country.

 

Delivery is Free and there's NO SALES TAX

 

Protect your mattress from perspiration and other stains that will void the warranty of your new mattress.

Danican Waterproof Mattress Protectors Sleep Cool and Won't Shrink washed in hot water...fits up to 18"

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

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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Latex Mattress to Relieve the Pain of Lupus, Fibromyalgia, Hip and Shoulder Pain.

Cindy writes:

Hi Peter,

I've gone through too much pain in recent years from lupus, fibromyalgia, degenerative disk disease and now am waking with hip and occasional shoulder pain. 

I have a very firm, very old 2 sided Sealy Posturepedic mattress that is still in excellent condition, with a 3 inch Talalay mattress topper you recommended last year. 

It has helped but not enough, but now, it's not enough. I cannot stand anything you sink into at all an love the feel of latex. 

I was looking at your mattresses and wondered if you would advise a firm full latex mattress? I don't know if you sink into a firm one. 

I am 5'7 240 and my husband 6' 300. I don't know if the very firm mattress is what is now causing pressure points under the latex topper?  

Thank you very much for time! Cindy

 

Hi Cindy,

It would be the extra firm mattress causing the pain, but it is a good choice for supporting your combined weights.

Your best option is a latex mattress to replace your very firm innerspring....the 6" EverEden

The 6" is a solid Vytex Dunlop core, which should be all you'll need....along with the 3" latex topper you already own.

The 6" Dunlop mattress is firm, but contours...where your Sealy innerspring mattress is rigid with no contouring support.

Here are links to the latex mattresses. You can order on-line. 

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/all-natural-latex/evereden-latex-models/

 

Delivery is Free and there's NO SALES TAX

 

Protect your mattress from perspiration and other stains that will void the warranty of your new mattress.

Danican Waterproof Mattress Protectors Sleep Cool and Won't Shrink washed in hot water...fits up to 18"

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

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 
Email: themattressexpert@live.com

Website: http://themattressexpert.com/

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Latex mattress topper to relieve back and hip pain.

Hi Pete,

I had no idea about memory foam toppers and have gone through 3 thinking it is just me and I have to deal with my back pain and hip pain. 

Our bed w/o a topper is firm. I do not sleep. I am miserable. Could you guide me on what might be a good topper? 

I want support but I want to be able to move. And heat is a problem for me. 

Thanks, Kim

 

Hi Kim,

Latex toppers work, where memory foam doesn't. Memory foam is temperature sensitive. It softens as it warms from your body's heat. 

Once that happens, you sink through it, as if it isn't even there....a totally worthless material for that job. 

Besides being worthless, memory foam is also dangerous to your health. It's comprised of 61 different chemicals, with some of them being toxic. 

It off gases those toxic chemicals, which attack your respiratory system. 

Latex, on the other hand, is the polar opposite. 

100% natural latex has been the best material available since the 1920s.

It's resilient, comfortable, pressure relieving, muscle relaxing and promotes enhanced blood flow for comfort that is extraordinary...and very long lasting.

And, it sleeps cool.

What you'll want is 2" of soft Talalay latex. Here is the link to them. You can order on-line.

https://themattressexpert.com/pure-latexbliss-toppers/

 

Delivery is Free and there's NO SALES TAX

 

Protect your mattress from perspiration and other stains that will void the warranty of your new mattress.

Danican Waterproof Mattress Protectors Sleep Cool and Won't Shrink washed in hot water...fits up to 18"

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

 

Thanks, Pete

 

Phone: 1-856-874-6894 
Email: themattressexpert@live.com

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Choosing a Mattress for Arthritis and/or Fibromyalgia.

Too often, those suffering with Arthritis and/or Fibromyalgia place their focus on surface comfort and forget about support.

Too often, those suffering from the pain of Arthritis and/or Fibromyalgia will buy a soft mattress, only to find that it wears out much too quickly.

These are common mistakes.

Simply put, your body has two parts…the inside and the outside…and, you need to fill the needs of both parts in order to make a successful purchase…and to get that great night’s sleep you’re after.

Coincidentally, a mattress has two parts too…the inside, (The Support), and the outside, (The Comfort Layers).

Addressing the Fibromyalgia issue is easier than you might think, so let’s start with the inside….the “Support” part of the mattress.

There are a variety of ways to get the right support for your particular needs and set of circumstances.

A mattress is a pressure sensitive item. The wear of the mattress is in direct relation to the pressure placed upon it….your body weight.

If you want your mattress to last, the support part of the mattress needs to be durable. How strong that support needs to be, depends on how much you weigh.

The one thing we all have in commons, is a spine that requires reasonably firm support…the degree of that firmness varying in relation to body weight.

Since 80% of you fall within the range of what is considered normal, that is to say, “Average Body Weight”, let’s start there.

Keeping the Fibromyalgia in mind, and at average weight, your best options are either a pocketed coil or an all foam mattress. (Not Memory Foam)

An all foam mattress can include an all latex mattress, or a latex hybrid, which used a high density polyurethane foam core and a latex top…if you have no back problems.

Since many people with fibromyalgia also suffer with some sort of back pain, the pocketed coil is your bet option for that.

There are many mattresses that offer a pocketed coil unit. The original is the Simmons Beautyrest…since the 1920s.

The coils in the Beautyrest are barrel shaped and pre-compressed into the pocket. Most other brands that have a pocketed coil are hour glass shaped, with the coil and the pocket at the same height.

Only the pre-compressed pocketed coils push back up against your spine for the best type of support that maintain the natural alignment of your spine.

The starting model in the Simmons Beautyrest World Class Series, in Luxury Firm is the best mattress for that.

(Since the model names change every couple of years, I have omitted that)

Here is a link to the current World Class Models:…offering White Glove Delivery throughout most of the U.S

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

If you have no problems with your back, an all latex or latex/hybrid mattress is an excellent choice.The all latex mattresses, (also introduced in the 1920s), has always been considered, “The Best You Can Buy”, due to their extraordinary longevity.

Pure Talalay Bliss, now known as Talalay Global, is considered the “Name Brand” among latex mattresses…shown here:…offering White Glove Delivery throughout most of the U.S.

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/all-natural-latex/pure-latexbliss/

 

Similarly made as the Pure Bliss mattresses, but not as expensive, is Natura of Canada…also offering White Glove Delivery throughout most of the U.S., and also Canada.

Shown here:

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

 

My pick for “Best Buy” among latex mattresses, is from EverEden. This next link shows all latex and latex/hybrid models….offering UPS Delivery.
https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/all-natural-latex/evereden-latex-models/

If you’re looking to go “Organic”, We have a nice selection of latex mattress from Palmpring:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/palmpring-coconut-latex-mattresses/

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For those of you Fibro patients who happen to be “Petite”, weighing under 150 pounds, the above options also work for you.

However, your lighter body weight affords you the ability to go with something less expensive.

The starting model in the Simmons Beautyrest Classic Series, in Luxury Firm…offering White Glove Delivery throughout most of the U.S….shown here:

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

 

And, the Wolf pocketed coil/latex hybrid “Adara” model…offering FedEx Delivery throughout most of the U.S….shown here:

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

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For those of you weighing between 200 and 250 pounds, your options are fewer….and, generally more expensive, as the mattress needs to be stronger.

You would star with the starting model in the Simmons Beautyrest Black Series in Luxury Firm…offering White Glove Delivery throughout most of the U.S….shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/simmons/beautyrest-black/

And, The Natura Greenspring models…offering White Glove Delivery throughout most of the U.S. and Canada….shown here:https://themattressexpert.com/natura-greenspring-pocketed-coil-mattresses/

A Natura Greenspring is what we sleep on at home…with my wife and I, both, in the 225 lb. range.The Natura Greenspring has bit stronger coil unit and is upholstered with Natural Talalay Latex.

If your body weight is reaching upwards of 300 pounds, the Natura Greenspring or one of the all latex mattresses, are your only choices.

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The pocketed coils and the foam mattresses are the best type of support for Fibro patients, as the help to reduce the pressure points.

However, if your body weight exceeds 300 pounds, you may want to consider a stronger coil unit….specifically, the Bonnell Coil…also introduced in the 1920s.

Other than the pocketed coil from the Simmons Beautyrest, all other brands used the Bonnell coil from the 1920s until 1980s. It was the Work Horse of the industry.

And this is what we turn to for support when body weight exceeds 300 pounds.

The good news is, these are not expensive mattresses.

There are three models. The plush model for 300 to 350 pounds. The Luxury Firm for 350 to 400 pounds. The Firm if in excess of 400 pounds.

Made by Wolf, (A very old (1873)), family owned and operated Midwest manufacturer, these mattresses are two sided, flippable, old fashion mattresses.

Offering FedEx Delivery throughout most of the U.S….shown here:

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

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Now that the inside of your body has the long lasting support it needs, it’s time to address the out side of you body…cushioning the Fibromyalgia with the the additional comfort layers needed.

We start with an All Natural Latex Mattress Topper….(Not Memory Foam).

There are many types of latex on the market. Most of what you’ll find is blended latex, (30% natural & 70% synthetic), which is not as durable as 100% All Natural.

Also, most these that are labeled as “Soft” are not as soft as the all natural latex that we offer.

Also, you’ll find some latex out there that is much lower in price. These come from China, where they add clay as a filler…still able to call it natural, but again, not as soft and with much shorter longevity.

We carry two types of latex…Vytex Dunlop & Talalay….with Talalay being the more supple and softer of the two.

For most of you, the EverEden 2″ Soft Talalay Latex is the one to get…offering UPS Delivery to all 50 States & Puerto Rico…shown here:

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

It’s common to think that if 2″ of latex is good, 3″ must be better. That, is not always so.The 3″ offers a greater depth of softness. For Petite people 150 pounds or less, who exert very little pressure, the 3″ Soft Talalay is a good option.

But for the rest of you, the extra depth of softness allows you to sink where your heavier, throwing off the natural alignment of you spine.

Between 150 and 250 pounds, stick with the 2″ Soft Talalay. It’s the one that gets all the rave feedback and it’s what we use at home.

The Dunlop is a bit more dense. For those of you between 250 and 300 pounds, go with the 2″ Soft Dunlop. or the 2″ Medium Talalay.

If you are over 300 pounds, use the 2″ Medium Dunlop.

The reason for starting with one of these latex topper, when addressing Fibromyalgia, is because latex toppers are a maintenance free product.

It comes covered in a nice knit fabric, which stretches…allowing you to get the most benefit from the contouring property of the latex.

The cover comes with corner straps, which hook around the corners of your mattress, keeping it in place.

It is, a set it and forget it product…and lasts for many years.

The one we have at home is several years old and still in like new condition.

If you live in Canada, the latex toppers from Natura are the ones to get…offering UPS Delivery to ALL Canadian provinces.

The Natura Latex Toppers are U.S. made blended Talalay Latex and sport a bit of wool at the top. These are also available for delivery to the U.S…shown here:

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

And if “Organic” is what you’re after, we have all natural, organic latex toppers from Palmpring…offering UPS Delivery throughout the U.S….shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/palmpring-coconut-latex-mattresses/mattress-pillow-toppers/

A Latex Topper is usually enough for most people to sleep comfortably and with greatly reduced pain from the Fibro.But, there are some who’s Fibromyalgia is in an advanced stage. For you, a latex topper helps, but isn’t enough.

In your case, add a Feather Bed Topper, from Pacific Coast Feather Co., for the extra relief you need.

It’s not a first choice, because a feather topper requires care…regular fluffing to maintain it’s loft.

The “Down Alternative” is a synthetic that requires less care than the natural feathers…offering UPS Delivery throughout much of the U.S….shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/bedding/pacific-coast/pacific-coast-mattress-protectors-feather-beds/

The main advantages of addressing your needs in this way are:1) The Toppers do a much better job of easing your pain.

2) They can be replaced when worn, without having to buy a new mattress.

3) The Latex Toppers absorb so much of your body weight, that it causes the mattresses under them to last longer than they normally would.

Over the long term, this approach is much longer lasting and so, far less expensive…and does a much better job.

Simmons Beautyrest or EverEden Latex Mattress.

 

Andrea writes:

 

Hi Pete,

First, many thanks for sharing your advice and vast expertise here—it’s a rare and much appreciated service. 

I’m a 60 y/o female, 5’8”, 130 lbs, looking for something for a twin platform. 

I’m replacing a 5 y/o Sealy Posturepedic in Plush that is now causing some mild lower back & neck pain. 

Reading through your Q&A’s, I’ve narrowed down to either:
1) Simmons Beautyrest World Class in Luxury Firm + a 2” soft Talalay topper (read that this line helps w/spine alignment and I also like the low heights) or 

2) One of your latex models, also nice low heights on these but have heard they’re quite heavy. Would someone my size have trouble managing? 
 
About the Pure LatexBLISS (Pamper, Nature, Nutrition):  Is it a natural substance and does it affect wear-ability of the layers? 

The EverEden: 6” w/2” glued or unglued topper. 

I expect that leaving the topper unglued would make sense since it could easily be replaced if/when needed. b

But, would this make a difference as to how this combo feels and would it slide around/make the bed look messy? 
 
I’m a side sleeper and have usually done well with medium feel mattresses but have read that as we age we might need something a bit softer.

A softer top is to address pressure points that need more comfortable support. 

Seems that any of the above would provide this but would appreciate your advice as to what you think might do the best job given my circumstances.
Thanks very much, Andrea 

 

 

Hi Andrea,

As of this month, the World Class Series Beautyrests have been discontinued.

They have been replaced with their Platinum Series, which are upholstered with more memory foam.

Between the added memory foam and the non-tempered steel coils...even with a latex topper, I'm no longer recommending that mattress.

 

We carry a line of pocketed coil mattresses, Natura Greenspring, which use a double tempered steel coil and are upholstered with natural Talalay Latex.

These are far superior in quality to the Simmons Beautyrest...and what we sleep on at home.

There are 5 choices of comfort in the line, and here is the link to those:

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

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We have the 8" EverEden plush top, unglued, on a platform bed at home. Our guests love the way it sleeps. 

I do too, as this is my escape to mattress when necessary.

The "unglued" option is to keep the mattress 100% chemical free. The top layer does not shift. 

They are layers of 100% natural rubber and they grip each other very well.

The queen was a bit heavy, but manageable. The twin will be considerably lighter in weight.

The latex, in the EverEden mattresses, is 100% all natural. 

The latex, in the pure Bliss line, (Now Called Talalay Global), is 30% natural and 70% synthetic.

Not only is the latex better, from EverEden, it's also less expensive...making them the best buy in latex mattresses.

Those, shown here:

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/all-natural-latex/evereden-latex-models/

Frankly, Andrea, you can't go wrong with either choice.

 

 

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Simmons Beautyrest Mattress for a Large Man.

Dick writes:

Hi Pete,

We are shopping for a mattress and we liked the feel of the Simmons Beautyrest.

Before buying, I wanted to check with you about the over-all quality for a man that is 6'2" and 260 Lbs.

While it felt good, I worry that it won't hold up under my weight. 

Your input is greatly appreciated.

Thanks, Dick

 

Hi Dick,

It's the barrel shaped, pre-compressed, individually pocketed coils, which all move independently from one another, that makes a Simmons Beautyrest mattresses so comfortable.

They provide contouring support that pushes back against your back and maintain your spine's natural alignment.

The coils are made of raw steel...without being tempered and the upholstery is, primarily, memory foam.

The reviews that you'll find on-line for Simmons Beautyrest are horrible because the non-tempered coils and the memory foam combine to make these mattresses that require frequent replacing.

Body impressions form easily and withing months of purchase...and that is under average body weight.

Their firmer models use a heavier gauge wire than their plush models....their firmer models being the only ones we show on our website.

We have also eliminated all pillowtop models from our website, because the pillowtop that are filled with poly and memory foams are the first things to lose their shape.

When we recommend a Simmons Beautyrest to a man your size, it's from their Black Series, which uses a triple strand wire for the coils...and a soft latex topper to go on top.

The latex toppers are all natural and have been the best upholstery material for the last 100 years.

The latex toppers provide surface comfort that lasts for many years.

Latex is extremely resilient...absorbing so much of your body weight, that the mattress keeps it's shape better and longer...causing the mattress to last twice as long as it would without it.

Also, the latex topper insulates you from the memory foam in the mattress. Memory foam sleeps hot, while latex sleeps cool.

Here are links to what we recommend to a man your size...The Simmons Beautyrest Black Calista in extra firm

https://themattressexpert.com/our-brands/simmons/beautyrest-black/

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And, the EverEden 2" Soft Vytex Dunlop Latex Topper.

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

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A better alternative is the same mattress we use at home, with each of us in the 225 lb. range.

The Natura Greenspring mattresses use the same, barrel shaped, pre-compressed coils as the Simmons Beautyrest.

The coil count is higher.

The coils are twice tempered for greater durability and the primary upholstery is natural Talalay Latex...with NO Memory Foam.

There are 5 choices of comfort and any one of them will hold your weight...providing long term support and comfort...and, without the need for a separate latex topper.

As you'll see from the pricing, the Natura Greenspring is, not only a better made mattress, it also costs less. The most comfortable is the Liberty Plush Eurotop model.

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

Natura Greenspring Pocketed Coil Mattresses | The Mattress ... themattressexpert.com Greenspring Liberty Plush Euro Top. Experience deeper, more restorative sleep with the Liberty Plush Euro Mattress. Lush helpings of natural ingredients come together ...

White Glove delivery is free for both.

Simmons takes two weeks to get and they will remove the old mattress as part of the delivery service.

Natura takes four weeks and will remove the old mattress for an additional $125.00

 

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Protect your mattress from perspiration and other stains that will void the warranty of your new mattress.

Danican Waterproof Mattress Protectors Sleep Cool and Won't Shrink washed in hot water...fits up to 18"

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

 

Thanks, Pete

 

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