Diy King Size BedsDiy King Size HeadboardsFull Size Headboard DiyDiy Daybed HeadboardKing Size Headboard DiyDiy HeadboardsSizes HeadboardsHomemade HeadboardsDiy Twin LoftForwardMattresses come in a variety of sizes. Here are the dimensions for the most common mattress sizes. 45 posts, read 211,537 times I really like the memory foam mattresses but hesitate over the high cost of the Tempurpedics. We saw a Serta Vera Wang memory foam mattress for $500 less and I wonder if there are any other comparable memory foam mattresses out there from reputable brands. I don't want to buy one over the internet at a substantial savings if it is inferiorly made. I understand the USA made ones are best because the foam manufacturing is government inspected and safer, as opposed to the ones made unregulated in China. Does anyone have experience with other brands? I appreciate any & all input! The more I sink into the bed, the better . To my (limited) knowledge that means I want a higher density memory foam.
Who would have thought mattress buying to be such a process! 790 posts, read 3,371,638 times Originally Posted by boyohboyohboy It's so embarrassing but i'm looking at QVC at the moment (i was channel surfing ... really) and i'm seeing a memory foam mattress on sale ($585 - $1095 [depending on size] for sale at $303 - $567 with 3 easy payments!!! ) It's called Bodipedic E200 Visco Elastic Memory Foam Mattress. I have no idea about the quality but it looks like a full size mattress as opposed to just a topper. EZ pay only today ... act now I bought a memory foam mattress topper and it was great 'till i left it in a friends truck in the redwoods while i was away for a few months and now it's kinda funky as you can imagine. But it was pretty good while it lasted and it was just a topper. I'd check a non-bias consumer report of some kind before i spent alot on something like this. And i don't know what kind of guarantee the company or QVC offers.
But if you're awake now, turn on your telly and check it out. Oh, they just said a 30 day guarantee. It looks like a 5 inch piece of foam with a few inches of memory foam on top which is interesting because what i did a few years ago was to buy a high quality thick piece of foam and then a memory foam mattress topper. The total came out to about $2 - $300 so it looks like this is similar to what i made myself but alot more expensive. Anyway, blah, blah,blah ... just saying that there are options other than the very expensive tempurpedic mattress but i don't know how to compare quality. 605 posts, read 434,945 times 8,922 posts, read 12,203,512 times Originally Posted by emilybh Yes, this is a concern of mine as well. I'm very sensitive to chemicals. What is the brand of the latex mattress and what kind of topper do you have and, if you don't mind, how costly were both? Mine is from a Canadian company called Natura. If you call them they'll direct you to retailers new you.
There are also other manufacturers of latex and organic latex mattresses. I know the Amish make them and actually slice the mattress in thirds so you can adjust the firmness (but also so you can move the mattress more easily because latex mattresses are HEAVY). IKEA also has some iplan nexpensive ones. My sister got a few of these for her kids to save money because the Natura ones are expensive. The other thing about these mattresses are that they either need a special box spring or a platform bed. If you want to know the best place on line to order a solid wood platform bed frame, let me know. wow---I didn't know this Not good. 1,009 posts, read 3,220,576 times Consider firm talalay latex with a wool fleece pad on a platform or SmartBase (broken link). Since most boxsprings no longer actually have springs in them, placing a 1/4" thick Masonite wood panel over them for additional push-back support will also work. 2,111 posts, read 5,724,995 times
We recently moved, and I am using a Simmons Deepsleep Highloft Raised Air Bed. It is the most comfortable mattress I have ever slept on!!! I am kind of a snob when it comes to certain things..So I was shocked on how comfortable it is. And it only cost me 70 bucks at Target. I am in no hurry to get a regular mattress. I am sure I will at some point, but for now, this is giving me a great nights sleep. Originally Posted by Suzet2262 Looking for one of those tomorrow Sounds GREAT! Please register to post and access all features of our very popular forum. It is free and quick. Over $68,000 in prizes has already been given out to active posters on our forum. Additional giveaways are planned.CASA by Victor Alfaro Duet Of Down PillowWhen most people picture a pillow in their mind, they probably picture a white, fluffy, down-filled object. But recent changes to the technology used to manufacture pillows may force many to change their perception of the ideal, or typical, pillow.
Memory foam pillows have been growing in popularity in recent years, as sleepers have enjoyed the many benefits they offer. Originally developed by NASA, this high-density foam conforms to the shape of anything that puts pressure on it, and temporarily holds the indentation for a brief time after the object’s removal. For example, if you were to press your hand into memory foam and remove it, you would see the shape of your hand in the foam for a moment before the foam bounced back, or recovered. Because of its density, memory foam is also relatively heavy. Our favorite memory foam pillows of 2015 Here are our 7 favorite memory foam pillows, keep reading beyond the table for more tips on how to pick the pillows that will be right for you. In pillow form, then, memory foam has a unique ability to provide even support to all parts of the sleeper’s head and neck. This prevents uneven pressure in any area of the neck, preventing soreness that can sometimes happen when uneven support forces the neck into a misaligned position.
Because it conforms to the shape of the head and neck, memory foam helps to hold the spine and neck in proper alignment. For this reason, memory foam pillows are often recommended for those who experience neck pain or headaches. The way one’s head sinks into the pillow can also help reduce excess movement during sleep, resulting in more restful sleep. Some memory foam pillows also claim to reduce snoring, since their body-contouring style won’t force the neck and throat into unnatural angles, but still provide appropriate support. If you’ve decided that you’re interested in memory foam, there are still a number of other decisions to make. Memory foam pillows come in various thicknesses, densities, and shapes. Besides the standard pillow shapes, some memory foam pillows are contoured, with one or more larger bumps intended to provide even more support by following the lines of the head and neck more closely. When considering thickness, think about whether you currently prefer to sleep with one or two pillows, and whether you are often trying to flatten or fluff your current pillow.
If you like your head higher, you may want to choose a thicker pillow or one with more resistance to keep your head where you like it to be. You may also want to consider your sleeping position when selecting a memory foam pillow. Side sleepers usually need thicker, denser pillows because their position leaves more space between their heads and the mattress, while stomach sleepers commonly prefer thinner pillows. Memory foam pillow reviews tend to be generally positive. Many reviewers declare their memory pillow to be the best one they’ve ever had, claiming they’ve gotten the best sleep of their life while using it. That said, some common themes in consumer complaints can also be found, though manufacturers have worked hard to address them. Odor is one complaint—some consumers note that an initial odor faded away, while others noted that following the instructions of airing the pillow out before using it helped. Some pillow makers have tried adding pleasant scents to solve the problem.
Another issue often cited with memory foam pillows is heat retention. The density of the material could trap heat, leading to the pillow becoming uncomfortably warm. Manufacturers have responded by creating more breathable fabrics, and some offer pillows with “cooling gels.” Finally, the relative firmness of memory foam is just too much for some users. While many sleepers love the extra support that memory foam offers, a minority of those who try them find that they feel too rigid or hard. Of course, each individual needs to find out for themselves whether a memory foam pillow is right for them. Some memory foam pillow reviews rank the top options for this type of pillow, so let’s take a look at some of the products that came out on top. Good Housekeeping’s reviewers awarded a grade of A+ to the Megaflex Memofoam Comfort Pillow, the Leggett & Platt Brisa Memory Foam Pillow, two different Cannon memory foam pillows, and the Carpenter Thera Gel pillow by Isotonic. Sleep Mentor’s unbiased reviews give top scores to the Sleep Better Iso-Cool, Sleep Innovations Contour, and Dream Supreme Plus.