Jack writes: Hi Pete, What’s the very best memory foam mattresses? While I like the initial feel of memory foam, I find that they don’t stay comfortable for very long. My wife objects to it being the cause of her sleeping hot, and I’m worried about the […]
Read more →Lou writes: Hi Pete, My wife has chosen the last two mattresses we’ve purchased. Neither remained comfortable for very long. This time around, I’m making the choice. I don’t want to do this again for a very long time. So, my question is, “What’s the very best mattress […]
Read more →Jim writes: Hi Pete, My needs are simple. A good quality, firm but comfortable, queen size mattress with NO Memory Foam in it. I need it to be as inexpensive as I can get without sacrificing quality. I need it quickly. Whatcha got for me? Jim Hi Jim, A […]
Read more →Tammy writes: Hi Pete, We’re having company over, and need new guest bedroom mattresses within a couple of weeks. I couldn’t figure out why our mattresses were wearing so quickly until I found your blog. That’s where I learned that it’s the memory foam causing all the […]
Read more →Izzy writes: Hi Pete, My friend gave me a Sealy Posturepedic Dante Park Plush Mattress that she didn’t need. It is amazingly comfortable. It is well covered up, with a mattress protector & 2 mattress pads. I took it all off to see the label but can’t […]
Read more →Jose writes: Hi Pete, I just took delivery of a new mattress. (Sorry, not from you). This mattress has a horribly bad, sickening chemical smell. When I called the store where I bought it, they told me to air it out for a couple of weeks. […]
Read more →Gail writes: Hi Pete, What’s the best memory foam mattress? Thanks, Gail Hi Gail, Almost all mattresses that are made with memory foam have 2 problems: Temperature sensitivity and being processed with 61 different chemicals. The temperature sensitivity; (warming when reacting to your body heat), creates 2 […]
Read more →Al writes: Hi Pete, Does plush mean soft for Stearns and Foster Mattresses? Thanks, Al Hi Al, Yes. Plush = Soft…for any mattress. However, there are varying degrees of plushness…some softer than others. S&F uses memory foam, which reacts to your body’s heat…softening further, as it […]
Read more →Magniflex MemoForm, Advanced Technology Memory Foam Mattresses. Made in Italy. Magniflex uses their Advanced Technology MemoForm upholstery layers to create that cradling feel you love about memory foam without any of the problems. Chemical Free…No Off Gassing! Not Temperature Sensitive…No Sinking In…No Sleeping Hot…No Premature Wear. Huge […]
Read more →Belinda writes: Hi Pete, My husband wants a memory foam mattress, but reviews are mixed. As I do my research, I’m learning that there are different types. Your blog routinely promotes avoiding memory foam, but I see you carry Magniflex Mattresses, which are memory foam. And even […]
Read more →Katie writes: Hi Pete, I made the mistake of getting rid of our 2004 Simmons Beautyrest Norcross Eurotop Plush Mattress. It held up for 20 years, but we wanted to upsize to a King. We bought a Naturepedic EOS Classic because they have a store in our […]
Read more →Michael writes: Hi Pete, I have a bad back and my mom has had a fractured back. We tried a memory foam mattress at the store and was told that it would help relieve our pain. it was soft and comfy, but once we bought it, my […]
Read more →Liz writes: Hi Pete, Where can I find the listing of coil counts for mattresses at Sam’s Club and Costco? Regards, Liz Hi Liz, Each retailer has a list of specifications for each of their mattresses. The gauge of steel is as important as coil count. However, memory […]
Read more →Steve writes: Hi Pete,I’ve read several of your posts regarding mattresses and they are very informative. I don’t know if you can answer this, but thought I would give it a try. We purchased an Aireloom mattress and have swapped it out once already with a different […]
Read more →Jen writes: Hi Pete, My husband and I are looking for a new mattress. We’ve been sleeping on a very old one that he’s owned long before we even met. It’s been flipped and spun so many times I’ve lost count. There’s a huge dip in the […]
Read more →John writes: Hi Pete, I’ve been a long time fan of your blog…been reading for years. We need a new mattress and we’ve decided to buy the one you and your wife sleep on. If the Natura of Canada Greenspring Ultra Plush Mattress is good enough for “The Expert”, I’m […]
Read more →Kathy writes: Hi Pete, I have 3 herniated discs in my lower back. Every morning I wake in such pain and discomfort. Both my husband and I are a little on the heavy side – so we wanted to know what you recommend. We have been shopping […]
Read more →Condy writes: Hi Pete, Can I use my heated mattress pad with the mattress topper? Would it help relieve my sciatica nerve problem? Thanks, Cindy Hi Cindy, You can use a heated mattress pad with anything other than mattresses and toppers made with memory foam. Memory foam […]
Read more →Jack writes: Hi Pete, I’m looking to replace a 12 year old Simmons Beautyrest Berkshire Extra Firm Mattress. I’m upgrading from a queen to a king. Thanks, Jack in Canada Hello Jack, All of the name brands have been sold to investors. The investment group that bought […]
Read more →Jim writes: Hi Pete, I need a new king-size mattress. I am a big man, 275 lbs., and have had several spinal fusions, and there’s a titanium rod in my back. I am a side sleeper with a pillow between my legs (helps my back and hip […]
Read more →Joe writes: Hi Pete, We are looking to buy a new mattress (our third one in only two years). I am 5’3″ 200+ lbs., and she is 6’1″ 180lbs. We have a platform bed with a firm mattress from Ikea, bought in May. She is complaining of […]
Read more →Joe writes: Hi Pete, I’m a big man…6’5″ and 350 lbs….and I have some back pain that I deal with. My fiancée is much smaller…5’7″ and about 135 lbs. She likes a soft mattress. The mattresses I’ve been buying haven’t held up well and I’d like some […]
Read more →Marilyn writes: Hi Pete, I just checked out your great website, but didn’t see any RV Mattresses. I need a 60″x75″ Queen size. Do you have those, or can you suggest where I can find a reasonably priced one that doesn’t outgas? Thanks, Marilyn Hi Marilyn, If […]
Read more →Cindy writes: Pete, I have an anaphylactic latex allergy. I can verify that it can indeed be inhaled. I reacted to a product that was still in the packaging! Buyers beware. Cindy Hi Cindy, Unlike other latex products, like gloves and bandages, latex foam is hypoallergenic…having gone […]
Read more →Marjorie writes: Hi Pete, How do I deal with this hump that runs up the middle of our king-size mattress? Several months ago, my husband and I decided to up-sized from a queen to a king. We’re getting a little older and thought the extra room that […]
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