Mattress Reviews - Summary Memory Foam Mattress Reviews Memory Foam Hybrid Reviews Adjustable Bed Base Reviews Memory Foam Density - Higher Vs Lower Memory Foam Vs Latex Sleep Number Bed Reviews Tempurpedic vs Sleep Number Mattresses and Sex Comparison Mattresses and (Back) Pain Research Mattress Warranties: What You Should Know Buying a Mattress Online: What You Should Know Returning a Mattress: What You Should Know Mattress Buyer's Guide For Large, Heavy Persons > King Koil Mattress Reviews King Koil Innerspring Mattress Review, Ratings & Comparisons Based on 82 Actual Consumer Experiences THE GOOD: Limited heat trap and initial odor / off gassing potential • some models highly affordable • "B" SLTD company rating. THE BAD: Durability / longevity below average like innerspring beds in general • limited availability in western half of U.S. THE COMPANY: King Koil (founded in 1898 and headquartered in Willowbrook, IL) manufactures mostly low- and mid-priced innerspring mattresses including Laura Ashley, iMattress, World Luxury and Extended Life.
THE COMPETITION: See how King Koil compares to competitors including Serta, Sealy and Simmons in the innerspring bed reviews – summary and the mattress comparison. THE RETAILERS: There are many King Koil (and Laura Ashley) retailers on the East Coast, somewhat fewer in the Midwest, and fewest on the West Coast. Main retailers include Sleepy's and Art Van Furniture. About Our Unbiased King Koil Mattress Research The ratings below are based on 80+ King Koil / Laura Ashley innerspring mattress owner experiences for various models. Learn more about our unbiased mattress research methodology and sources. King Koil Mattress Ratings The ratings below show how King Koil mattresses overall compare to the average mattress. King Koil innerspring mattresses overall (including Laura Ashley) have 65% owner satisfaction. Like innerspring mattresses overall, King Koil's lifespan is below average compared to non-innerspring mattresses. Owner experience data suggests King Koil beds will sag to an extent that undermines comfort / support within three years for 20%+ of owners.
The Extended Life model, however, likely performs at least average on this issue. $350-$2,800 depending on size and model with the average queen estimated to cost about $1,200, not including a foundation Models with memory foam tend to perform best. See mattresses and pain relief for general analysis. Most models appear to be between medium-firm and soft. A mattress has motion isolation if it absorbs movement from one sleeper so that another is not disturbed. King Koil motion isolation can vary from poor to good depending on the model. Those with independently encased (pocket) coils tend to perform best. Soft models and or those with at least two inches of memory foam tend to provide at least some resistance to body movement. No initial odor / off gassing Initial odor from King Koil mattresses tends to not be a significant problem. (See mattress off gassing for general analysis.) Less than 5% of owners report a significant heat retention issue. (See mattress heat retention for general analysis.)
While most models perform average in regard being suited for heavy people, the Extended Life model likely performs above average for people over 240 pounds. See mattresses and sex for general analysis. Models that use a coil system other than independently encased (pocket) coils have potential to squeak and creak. Most models are no-flip. At least 15% of owners report having to regularly rotate their mattress (head to foot) to combat sagging and body impression development. King Koil Company Ratings The ratings below – based on consumer experiences and the evaluation of Sleep Like The Dead – show how King Koil compares to the average mattress manufacturer. Warranty coverage often ranges 10 to 25 years depending on model. See mattress warranties: what you should know. Customer service quality is questioned by at least 12% of owners. Thickness of the various layers as well as details on the makeup of the materials may not be available. This lack of information can hinder informed decision making and comparison shopping.
Claims made by the company about its products tend to be factual with limited hyperbole. King Koil has a stable "A+" Better Business Bureau rating and appears to have a total of fewer than 17 complaints filed against it and its U.S. licensees in the past three years which is somewhat better than average for a mattress company of its size. SLTD (Sleep Like The Dead) company rating of "B" for King Koil is determined by averaging the above company ratings. King Koil's rating is superior to that of other major mattress manufacturers. King Koil innerspring mattresses overall have 65% owner satisfaction. This rate is about average compared to all innerspring mattresses (63%) but below the average of all mattresses (72%). – As is true for innerspring mattresses in general, at least 20% of King Koil owners report that their mattress sagged and lost support within three years of regular use. – The Extended Life model likely performs well for people over 230 pounds.
– Off gassing and heat retention tend not to be significant problems for King Koil beds. – Models that use a coil system other than independently encased (pocket) coils have potential to regularly squeak and creak. – There are many King Koil retailers on the East Coast, fewer in the Midwest, and few on the West Coast. At Amazon: A Top-Rated Value-Priced Innerspring MattressPromising the Moon and Stars: What Mattress Brand is the Best? What Is The Best Mattress Brand On The Market? These days we have so many mattress brands to choose from to get a good night's rest that narrowing down the perfect fit can be a difficult decision. From foam to innerspring, each mattress brand has a grouping of unique offerings. I'm here to help you get to know some of these brands a little better so you can find the bed that suits you best. Classic Brands Classic Brands Mattresses have been a leader in the field of specialty sleep products since 1971. They began as a leading producer of waterbeds and waterbed products, but today they offer an innovative line up of memory foam and latex mattresses that offer an optimum sleeping experience.
Fun fact - the average tenure of a Classic Brand employee is over 20 years! Classic Brands prides itself on its skilled craftsman who take the greatest pride in building quality products. Eclipse Eclispe Mattresses began in the 1890s when its founding brothers immigrated to New York City from a small town outside of Ukraine. Today they operate 37 factories across 6 continents, and continue to honor the traditions they were founded upon. They are all about memory foam mattresses that combine timeless traditions with innovative technologies to improve the sleep experience. Hampton and Rhodes Hampton and Rhodes Mattresses are exclusive to Mattress Firm, offering firm, plush, pillow top and soy-based memory foam that adds an extra level of comfort while making the mattress easier to put a sheet on when making the bed. Known for a more traditional feel with simple and durable designs, Hampton and Rhodes is now the sixth largest mattress manufacturer in the United States. Lux Living Lux Living Mattress is another brand that is exclusive to Mattress Firm, taking pride in their American-made products that provide you with high-end quality at a reasonable price.
Their mattresses use materials like latex and memory foam to provide support and comfort for many years to come. Natura Natura Mattresses aims to give even the littlest of sleepers a "greener healthier sleep solution." Natura gathers eco-friendly materials from countries around the world with sustainable and renewable resource programs. With natural materials like coconut coir and organic cotton, the Organix II Crib mattress aids overall health and well-being. This mattress is also certified organic and guaranteed free of harmful chemicals/off-gassing to provide newborns with a healthy sleep environment. Tempur Sealy International, Inc. Tempur Sealy is the world's largest bedding provider and holds some of the most highly recognized brands in the industry, including Tempur®, Tempur-Pedic®, Sealy®, Sealy Posturepedic®, Optimum™, and Stearns & Foster®. Sealy Mattress has been refining its mattresses since 1881, when cotton gin owner, Daniel Haynes, invented a mattress filled with cotton in Sealy, Texas.
Sealy Posturepedic firm or plush mattresses incorporate ground-breaking technologies and design help to give you a better night's sleep. Stearns and Foster has been around the longest of its competitors. The company was founded in 1846 when George S. Stearns and Seth Foster started making cotton batting for mattresses in Cincinnati, Ohio. Stearns and Foster holds a special place in my heart, as I actually started my career with this brand 23 years ago when they were shipping mattresses by railcar. With gorgeous hand-tufted finishes, styled handles, masterful embroidery and peek-a-boo fabric sewn under the mattresses, today's Stearns and Foster beds give your bedroom a rich luxurious look and feel. In addition to stylish details, only the finest materials - like Mongolian horsehair, luxurious silks and cashmeres and high-grade wools - are used in their mattresses. If you're looking for one-of-a-kind sleep style that meets your comfort preference of cushion firm, plush, pillow top, or other models, this mattress brand certainly makes a fashion statement.
Tempur-Pedic Mattresses revolutionized the mattress industry by offering one-of-a-kind memory foam that adapts to your shape, weight and temperature. This technology was adapted from innovative materials used to protect astronauts. Globally recognized by NASA and certified by The Space Foundation, Tempur-Pedic mattresses respond to your body for personalized comfort, alleviating pressure points and reducing motion transfer to help sleepers rest undisturbed. Serta Serta is crowned the largest mattress brand in the United States and the Official Mattress of the National Sleep Foundation. With attention to detail and consistent investment in mattress innovation and technology, Serta mattresses bring relaxation and rejuvenation night after night to children, teens, adults, and even newborns. In the past, Serta has been known for its A-list partnerships with the likes of Vera Wang and the Bellagio hotel. Simmons has been in the mattress business for more than 100 years, designing a wide variety of mattress types including firm, plush, ultra-plush, luxury plush, firm pillow top, luxury pillow top and many other models.