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Mattress buying advice

11 years ago

Hello,

I am in the market to buy a new mattress. I am not sure in any way how to evaluate different mattresses. The only way I know is to go to a store and evaluate it by sleeping on it. I am a back sleeper but I don't like firm mattresses. I like plush or pillowtop mattresses. I definitely feel an adjustable base makes a difference but was wondering if it will reduce the life of the mattress. Can you give me some parameters with respect what I should look for in a good mattress. Right now I am just seeing which mattress is most cheap and I can comfortably sleep on. Mancini's sleepword in San Jose is giving me a good deal right now. Anything negative against the store?

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iCustomSofa
11 years ago
Their is not that many different types of materials manufacturers can use to produce a soft pillow top. Different types of polyester fiber and a soft foam top may feel very comfortable at first, but will quickly break down and you will be looking for a new mattresses again. The newer memory foam / gel tops / Latex are expensive but they will keep the soft support for a much longer time.
My suggestion is to find the mattresses that is the firmest that you think you can sleep on , because it will never become firmer, only softer.
Also a easy return policy can give some peace of mind.
salilsurendran
Original Author
11 years ago
I didn't like the feel of memory foam, tempurpedic etc but I liked the feel of coiled spring mattresses. I have been offered a "beautyrest haynes way plush pillowtop" for $1500 an adjustable base for $800 and Cambridge Queen Sleigh bed (http://www.jordans.com/Beds/BZ0145410.aspx) for $850. On top of that I will get a 20% discount making the whole combo about $2500. Is this a good deal or should I shop more? Plus free delivery and setup. The store is Mancini's sleepworld but this particular store is not highly rated on Yelp.
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There is a lot of propaganda out there about what is good in a mattress. Try not to listen too much to what sales people tell you. They will tell you the information they want you to have to buy the bed they get paid the most off of. I worked at a mattress store and learned tons. If someone tells you the coil count, make sure you ask the guage of wire. Thin springs will poop out quicker than thicker springs. Warranties are hog wash too. They will only warranty a "dip" in your mattress once it meets their pre determined depth. This depth is WAY deeper than what you would deem uncomfortable. Also keep in mind that you need a mattress protector. It automatically voids the warranty if there is any stain on the mattress cover. Even if it isnt something gross. I bought a spring air for myself years ago. It has lasted about 6 years and I am starting to not only feel, but see a dip. My best friend has a Beautyrest Black. She hates it. It has dipped on her in 6 months. We are both looking into Termpurpedic Luxe. Also, you really cant compare apples to apples when matress shopping regular coil mattresses. They make mattresses different for every store. It may only be a minor tweak, but they are not the same.
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Can you compare the coil counts on the mattresses you are considering? It seems to me that there are no 'firm' mattresses sold today. What's called extra firm is a little firmer than 'medium' and so on down the line. I guess that is because people lie down on a truly 'firm' mattress in a store and yelp that it is too hard! Hotels buy rather soft-top mattresses because that's what guests like -- for a short stay. They also replace them after two or three years. Any mattress with a foam 'topper' will feel softer -- better for side sleepers. However, the 'topper' attached to the mattress will deteriorate over time. An option would be to get a firmer mattress and buy a foam topper you can discard/replace.
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salilsurendran
Original Author
11 years ago
But I am concerned about durability and was wondering if the Simmons BeautyRest is as durable as any of the other brands?
randy427
11 years ago
Have you considered a Select Comfort (Sleep Number) Bed.
With their adjustable firmess, they should be able to suit almost anyones preference, even as that preference changes. I've slept on one with a 'pillow top' for about 20 years and would be very reluctant to switch to something else. (BTW, No, I'm not connected in any way with the company)
salilsurendran
Original Author
11 years ago
I looked at the Simmons Beauty Rest and iSeries Serta beds and both of them felt comfortable to me. I was wondering as to which would be more durable? Also most mattress dealers don't mention what brand of adjustable bed base would I be getting. Which are some of the better brands of adjustable beds I should be going for?
salilsurendran
Original Author
11 years ago
I would like to go for a Simmons Beauty Rest Haynes Way Plush Pillow top adjustable base + Ergomotion adjustable base. Was wondering as to what is the lowest I can ask a mattress store to quote for that combo.
davidhood
11 years ago
You need to determine the age of the person that the mattress is meant for. The height of the person who is going to be using the mattress. The best way to purchase a good quality mattress is by visiting good retail outlets and furniture stores like Furniture Zone and Sleep Shop and get a firsthand look at the mattress.

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