Didier writes: Good evening Peter, We finally managed to go by a Macy’s for our 14 year old son to look at mattresses. I would like to hopefully call in the order this week for a delivery after the 18th. Macy’s did not have the Shakespeare luxury […]
Read more →Maria writes: Thank God I stumbled across your blog as I was researching mattresses and saved myself from another bad investment! We have a 4 year old king size Tempurpedic that worked well for my pregnancy, when I was limited to sleeping on my back, but no longer provides any comfort or […]
Read more →John writes: Hi Pete, Are your Talalay Latex Mattress Toppers made from blended latex? Regards, John Hi John, Blended latex is combination of natural & synthetic latex. All of the latex toppers, on this page, are 100% pure, 100% natural….no synthetics are used. https://themattressexpert.com/talalay-dunlop-latextoppers/ Thanks, Pete An Important […]
Read more →Blanche writes: Hi Pete, Can you tell me about the flame retardants that are used on mattresses today? Are they safe? Is all natural wool best? Thanks, Blanche Hi Blanche, There are 3 fire retardants. 2 of them are perfectly safe. Only the Boric Acid is not. […]
Read more →Christine writes: My husband and I are debating which mattress we should buy to replace our current one, which after 6 years has developed lumps and sags a little in the middle. I’ve been looking at the Simmons Beautyrest Broadway, as it seems to have a thicker […]
Read more →Linda writes: Hi Pete, I stayed in a German Penta Hotel in October and inquired about the mattress as it was very comfortable. They sent me the info in German and my son did his best to translate….see below. They said it was not latex foam, nor […]
Read more →Eric writes: Hi Pete I was looking at the latex pillows. I have one that Pacific Coast used to make but apparently they are not dealing with pillows anymore. What is the difference in a Natura pillow besides the cover? Hi Eric, That’s funny. I, too, have an […]
Read more →Randy writes: Hi Pete, I am looking for an equivalent to the Sheraton Hotel Sweet Sleeper Mattress. Is there something close that can be purchased from our local stores? You have mentioned a 2” soft Talalay topper before. Do you still recommend it and is there anywhere in Canada […]
Read more →Gladys writes: Hi Pete, Is there a mainstream bed that compares to the Dreamium mattress? I stayed at a hotel that has the dreamium beds and my husband and I slept better than we had in years. Please, I’m desperate to find this bed. Any help you can provide […]
Read more →Hello Everyone, A good night’s sleep is important for aver-all health and well-being. Generally, the benefits of a good night’s sleep are: increased productivity, a reduction in stress and an over all feeling of being happier. However, a good night’s sleep is only a part of it. Below, I’m […]
Read more →Amanda writes: Dear Pete, Thank you for your candid, knowledgeable advice. My husband and I are both large people (600 lbs between us). Neither finds our 2-year-old mattress particularly comfortable anymore (purchased from Denver Mattress Company–I believe it was a Durango firm or firm/plush). How I wish […]
Read more →Peter writes: Hi Pete, Thanks for responding. Is there a rule of thumb you use to decide if someone should choose a soft, medium or firm option regarding a mattress purchase? I am 5′ 6″ tall, 155 lbs. and primarily a stomach sleeper with some time spent on my […]
Read more →Kim writes: Hi Pete, We saw your blog and you recommended a Simmons Beautyrest Broadway for kids , but we cannot find this mattress anywhere. We have two 4 year old boys that we need to get twin mattresses for. What do you recommend? Thanks, Kim Hi Kim, The […]
Read more →Bobby writes: Hello, I visited your blog a few years ago, and I purchased a Simmons Recharge Lumberton Luxury Firm mattress for my toddler after reading your thoughts. I am interested in purchasing another Lumberton, but it appears they have been discontinued. I see that the Broadway […]
Read more →Harry writes: Hello Pete, I am searching for the perfect bed in a Cal King configuration for two people a large dog. First person is 6’4″ and 275 lbs, second adult is 6’0″ and 210, the dog is about 100 lbs We live in Phoenix so some […]
Read more →Gail writes: Hey Pete,I was hoping you might be able to recommend a mattress for my dog, husband and I. I am side sleeper, he is a back sleeper and the dog finds any room available. I prefer a softer mattress but have had some recent back […]
Read more →Scott writes: Hi there! I’m a 6’3″, 400lb, side-back-stomach sleeper and am looking at getting a new queen mattress. Tried out a 13″ pranasleep latex mattress locally the other day and really liked it but it is way too pricey. Since I’m not only looking for comfort/support, […]
Read more →Johanna writes: Hi Pete,We recently stayed in the newly-renovated La Quinta in Los Banos, CA. The bed in the new section was simply wonderful! What type do they use at this location? Thank you, Johanna Hi Johanna, Things change, from […]
Read more →Tamara writes: We just bought the Simmons Beautyrest Recharge”Tortuga Bay”Plush Pillowtop Mattress Set and although my back and body feel better than ever–my husband says its too soft…”I sink into it”. Can you offer any suggestions for HIS SIDE of the bed? Some way to make his side more firm?. […]
Read more →Jay writes: Hi Pete, I love your website and honest advice. We have a 1999 extra firm mattress from The mattress does not sag and remains very firm….now too firm for my wife, who wakes up with a sore back on most days. Should we go […]
Read more →Michael writes: Hi Pete, After days of searching and hours or research we are still trying to find the perfect mattress. We know we want a latex/innerspring hybrid mattress with pocketed tempered steel coils, and we want to avoid memory foam. I see you don’t recommend pillow tops, which is […]
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