There is nothing quite like a good night's rest. Unfortunately this level of beauty sleep often comes with a price. Although Tempur-Pedic mattresses have a reputation for being among the priciest solutions to a good night's sleep, over 7 million people have made that choice and are resting easy, content with their memory foam beds. But before you consider this expense, here's the lowdown on Tempur-Pedic reviews, materials, prices, and user satisfaction.Know Your Memory Foam MattressUnlike conventional innerspring mattresses, Tempur-Pedic mattresses are made of memory foam. This foam is derived from visco-elastic polyurethane that promises to provide support to sleepers' heads, shoulders, hips, knees, and feet while keeping spines in proper alignment. Resting in a comfortable position all night long promotes sound sleep, and ensures that people wake rested and without aches and pain.However, it's hard to draw precise price comparisons between Tempur-Pedics and other mattresses on the market.
For one, innerspring mattress vendors make different mattresses for different stores, so it's hard to choose just one to compare. Secondly, not all memory foam is the same. Some manufacturers measure mattresses by indentation load deflection units (ILD): the higher the number, the denser the foam. Tempur-Pedic products usually clock in at 14-15 ILD. The Signature Sleep Memoir 8" Memory Foam Mattress in Full ($199 with free shipping, a low by $100) has a 9 ILD.Unfortunately, this density measurement isn't usually noted in advertising. Tempur-Pedic competitors such as the Novaform Serafina Gel Queen Memory Foam Mattress ($979.49 with free shipping, a low by $1) may not be dense enough to provide proper support, especially for the above-average sized American. However, more dense memory foam does not necessarily result in greater customer satisfaction: around 80% of memory foam bed users are satisfied with their product, whether sleeping on a high-end mattress like Tempur-Pedic or a cheaper knockoff.
Consumers should also be aware that a memory foam mattress isn't all memory foam. Usually, there are at least two layers: the top or comfort layer is memory foam. Beneath that there's a support layer that typically has some spring to it. For example, some 12" mattresses may have only 2" of memory foam.A Mattress That Costs the Same as Your Daily Coffee for 10 YearsA general rule of thumb is: the more memory foam, the more money. The top-of-the-line Tempur Grandbed Queen mattress sells for $7,499, while the more reasonably priced line of Tempur-Weightless Supreme in Queen runs $2,399; The company also offers a new, affordable line of mattresses to compete with models from vendors such as Ikea and Costco; the Tempur-Simplicity Queen costs $1,099. Yes, these mattresses are pricey, but if we assume an average life of 10 years, the Weightless Supreme only costs $0.65 a night — less than the cost of a morning paper and way less than a wake-up latte.Memory Foam Pros and ConsHowever all is not perfect with memory foam mattresses.
The most common consumer complaint is heat retention: 10% to 14% of respondents reported that their memory foam beds retained an uncomfortable amount of body heat. Only 3% to 4% of those who slept on inner-spring mattresses complained of such an issue. As a result, the industry has begun tackling this problem by innovating. Tempur-Pedic competitors such as Serta have incorporated support gel to help mattresses breathe better. Yet Tempur-Pedic has not added gel to its mattresses.Speaking of heat, a number of Tempur-Pedic users found their mattress to be more firm than expected upon first use, though the foam softened and became comfortable as it absorbed body heat. Remember this when test-driving such a mattress. And even once you've found a comfortable mattress, pay heed to its weight. Foam mattresses tend to be heavier than their inner-spring counterparts, meaning they're harder to flip and rotate, though sagging seems to be less of a concern for memory foam owners. While Tempur-Pedic beds do tend to soften with age, only 8% to 12% of users report premature sagging.
Besides not sagging, another advantage to memory foam beds is how quiet they are: they don't creak and whine every time a sleeper rolls on his side. They also tend to isolate motion, so a wave action initiated on one side doesn't flip the other sleeper out of bed.When it comes to warranties, Tempur-Pedic leads the market. The company offers 25 years of coverage, with the last 15 pro-rated. It also offers a 90-day trial period on beds bought directly from the company, though it excludes ancillary products like bed frames, cushions, and pillows, and the customer is responsible for return shipping. In fact, buyers can truly rest assured that Tempur-Pedic will be around to live up to its warranty.Are Tempur-Pedic Mattresses the Best Memory Foam Mattress?Given that customer satisfaction is fairly evenly distributed among memory foam sleepers regardless of brand, it's hard to substantiate the claim that Tempur-Pedic provides a better night's sleep than some of its less expensive competitors.
However, those who own a Tempur-Pedic mattress tend to be very loyal to the brand.In light of price point, it seems reasonable to suggest testing out a less expensive memory foam mattress from Ikea or Costco to start. Both offer more affordable memory foam beds. From there, check out the new offerings from Serta. And if a Tempur-Pedic is a must-have, it's smart to give the less expensive Simplicity line a try first.This feature has been updated since it was originally published last year., where this article first appeared.This is a review of Nature’s Sleep, a company that provides high quality memory foam mattresses (shooting for Tempurpedic quality) at a lower price point. The brand isn’t as well known as many of the top online mattress brands like Loom and Leaf or Leesa, but I chose to review this company because I heard a few people say good things about the product. See my video review and the latest Coupon Codes below. Choice- Nature’s Sleep provides a lot of choice and flexibility with their mattresses based on cost, feel, and comfort level.
They have 16 different mattresses (and one additional one that is fit for a sofa bed) that differ in cost, feel, and comfort. The most luxurious model is their St. Cloud Luxe mattress. It is immaculately comfortable and consists of 12 inches of foam layers. The 6” of high-density core provide you with a great level of support, while the top two layers of 2” foam provide maximum comfort, as the layers conform nicely to your body and relieves pressure points and reduces pain. A queen mattress currently costs $2,400. This model is fit for anyone wanting the highest quality mattress that allows for maximum comfort and support. It’s really for the people who are very serious about getting the best night of sleep possible. Nature’s Sleep also provides models for the more cost-conscious consumer. The 8” Tobago model, for example, only costs $1,000 for a queen. This model still has a 6” support core, but only one 2” layer of foam on top. This model is still quite comfortable, but it is more affordable at the same time.
Healthy Materials- Nature’s Sleep uses organic materials that are healthy and great for allergy sufferers. The foam that the company uses in its mattresses are hypoallergenic, meaning it is optimal for allergy sufferers. The foams are also CertiPUR-US certified. This certification means that the foams meet strict guidelines in how they are made and their impact on the environment and people’s health. The company, for example, does not use formaldehye or other potentially harmful chemicals in making its mattresses. The company generally uses eco-friendly materials. Its delivery process is also very eco-friendly because of its vacuum packaged process that decreases the environmental impact from shipping. Feel- Everyone you talk to raves about the feel of the mattress. You truly get lost in the memory foam as it contours to your body and wraps around you. “Sleeping on a cloud” and “sleeping on air” are phrases that I have often seen used to describe the feel of the mattress.
I think if you understand the concept of memory foam mattresses and how they feel, you will not be disappointed in Nature’s Sleep. Shipping Process– The shipping process is pretty cool, so I thought I would call it out separately. The mattress is vacuum packed, meaning that the company basically sucks all the air out of the mattress and fits it compactly into a fairly small box. Once the packaging is opened, the mattress slowly inflates and becomes the mattress that you expected. This process is cool and extremely efficient. It makes the process fairly simple and reduces the company’s impact on the environment. Looks- This is an often underrated aspect that most people don’t think about when people buy mattresses. Most mattresses available are very plain looking and are rather boring. People need to buy interesting bedding just to make the mattress look okay. Nature’s Sleep mattress look great. All the models have a good-looking color scheme and many have an interesting stitching on the edges that add a nice extra touch to the mattress.
Price/Value- For a very high-quality memory foam mattress, Nature’s Sleep provides a tremendous value to consumers. The company presents itself as a supreme quality, practical cost provider. Based on the quality of materials that the company provides in its mattresses, I would tend to agree with this statement. If you look at buying a mattress seriously and as an investment, their mattresses really deliver a great value for the price. Warranty- Nature’s Sleep provides a 20-year limited warranty for all its mattresses. This is a long warranty period and an indication that the company expects their mattresses to last a long time. The warranty basically states that the company will replace or repair any mattress that has a structural defect. There are specific limitations to this warranty of course, but overall it is a solid warranty that shows the confidence the company has in its product. Advice- If these mattresses are in your price range, you can definitely find an amazing mattress and get a really great value.