What’s the difference between a $1,000 Sleep Number adjustable air mattress and one that costs three times that? Not much according to Consumer Reports’ latest mattress tests. The Sleep Number c2 Bed matched the Sleep Number i8 bed Pillowtop, $3,000, in our tests for back and side support. Even better, we bought the Sleep Number c2 Bed on sale for $700. Here are the details plus news on other new mattresses in our tests. For our body-support tests we graph the spine’s natural curve on a range of test subjects. Then we evaluate back support by recording how thoroughly a mattress maintains that curve. For side support, we check whether the mattress keeps the spine relatively horizontal when a test subject lies on her side. The best mattresses have a good score or better for both. In our tests, across various firmness settings, the Sleep Number c2 Bed and the more expensive Sleep Number i8 bed Pillowtop both delivered impressive side support and even better back support.
And the c2 Bed was more stable, which means less annoying to your mate when you change sleep positions. When we took a closer look at the two mattresses we discovered that both were comprised of the same pair of identical air bladders—one for each side, so each partner can customize firmness. But with the Sleep Number c2 Bed, the foam layer on top was significantly thinner than the one you get with the i8 bed. While this difference wouldn’t show up in our body-support tests, you might notice a difference in overall comfort. That’s another reason to try out mattresses in the store before buying, as we routinely advise. Among adjustable air beds, we also tested the Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Choice Supreme, at $3,200 the most expensive of the trio in our tests. Although it was impressive for back support, the Tempur-Pedic was an also-ran behind the two recommended Sleep Numbers. But another Tempur-Pedic, the $1,200 Tempur-Pedic Tempur Simplicity, was among our top picks in foam mattresses.
Once a mattress starts showing its age and is lumpy or sagging, we suggest replacing it even if it’s newer than the 10 years normally recommended. Before shopping, check our buying guide for mattresses and look at our mattress Ratings of 25 innerspring, foam, and adjustable air mattresses priced as low as $515. We also have reader recommendations for mattress retailers and brands. —Ed Perratore (@EdPerratore on Twitter) View and compare all Mattresses ratings. The University of Tulsa makes every effort to recycle unwanted items and in 2015 began a partnership with LRP Recycling. LRP is a nationwide furniture and mattress recycling company. It works with colleges and universities to find a green solution to unwanted furniture and mattresses from campuses around the country and to keeps those items out of landfills. TU has recycled 277 mattresses to date for a total of 15,235 pounds of recycled material. LRP removes the mattresses and disposes of them.
The material is unloaded and sorted and all recyclable parts of broken down. Wood, steel, fabrics and foam are separated so that they can be sent to other vendors to create new products. The typical recycling rate for all materials that LRP handles is 90 percent or higher. For more information about recycling on campus, please visit www.utulsa.edu/sustainability.No Credit Needed Plan No Credit Needed Plan If you’re one of the many people who prefer not to carry credit cards, the Sleep Train No Credit Needed plan may be right for you! Apply online now – if you’re approved, simply bring in your application’s approval number, your photo ID and a copy of your photo ID, and the required items listed in the FAQ section to the Sleep Train store nearest you. Call or visit a Sleep Train location for complete details. This credit plan does not check FICO credit scores and only applies to in store sales. No Credit Needed Plan: Steps to Apply What are the requirements needed for the No Credit Needed plan?
You must be 18 years or older Valid Social Security Number or ITIN Employment or source of income Routing and account numbers for an open and active checking account Credit or debit card What if I do not have a checking account? You cannot qualify without a checking account. For approval you must have an open and active checking account.Are you having a hard time sleeping at night or waking up all congested and hard to breathe through your nose? If this is you then it is time to get your mattress cleaning by a professional mattress cleaning company right here in Tulsa. On average, we spend about one third of our time in bed. Up to 60% of the dust mites found in the home are actually living in your bed! According to the Center for Disease Control, a mattress can have anywhere between 10,000 to 10 million dust mites in it. Dust mites don’t bite, but they can make life pretty uncomfortable for you or any of your family members who suffer from allergies or asthma.
If you wake up with a stuffy head or have a hard time getting a good night’s sleep, it’s time to think about cleaning your bed, and it goes deeper than flipping the mattress or washing the sheets. Carpet Renovations can help by cleaning your mattress to eliminate dust mites and neutralize the allergens that they produce. Tulsa Mattress Cleaning by Carpet Renovations, Inc. will help you sleep better. The Carpet Renovations mattress cleaning process is designed to thoroughly clean your mattress and effectively eliminate allergen problems. Our mattress cleaning is a multi-step process: We also recommend that you clean the bedroom carpets and any upholstered furniture pieces. The Allergy Relief Treatment® can reduce levels of dust mite and pet allergens by 90% or more. You and your family will breathe easier. Carpet Renovations also offers Carpet Cleaning, Tile Cleaning, and Air Duct Cleaning Services. We have been servicing the Tulsa / Broken Arrow area Since 1986 and use only the highest quality products and equipment.