A Firm King Size Mattress with a Soft Top for a Big Man.

Jesse writes:

Hey Pete,

I am a big man, 6’4″ 240, my GF is 5’6″ 140.

I like a firm bed and sleep on my stomach and also have joint and back pains like most big guys.

My GF like a little softer bed and sleeps on her side or back, wondering what you would advise us to purchase.

We definitely want a king size mattress.

Thanks, Jesse

Hi Jesse,

You will need something that will hold up under your weight…something that you would hope to last for a good number of years.

This means a mattress that is reasonably firm. The surface softness can be added to that with a soft latex topper.

Latex is far more comfortable and resilient than any other type of foam….and, it’s natural.

The mattress I like for this scenario is the same one we have at home under similar circumstances…which has held up well for us over these past 5 years.

The Natura of Canada Greenspring uses a double tempered coil and has a very high coil count.

The upholstery used is Natural Talalay Latex.

These are among the strongest on the market. I recommend the plush or ultra plush. Both are plenty firm.

The individually pocketed coils contour to you and provide firm contouring support.

Shown here:

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

Natura of Canada Greenspring Pocketed Coil and Latex Mattresses | The Mattress Expert

The Natura GreenSpring series combines the natural elements commonly found in Natura, such as wool and latex, but it has a specially designed pocketed coil system to provide your body with extra support.

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I suggest waiting until you get the mattress to see if you need to soften it further.

If you do, add a Pure Bliss Plush Natural Talalay Latex Topper.

Shown here:

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