Serta tops latest Consumer Reports mattress rankings , April 20, 2015 YONKERS, N.Y. — Serta took top honors in the updated mattress ratings released by Consumer Reports, the consumer products evaluation organization. And online mattress retailers Casper and Tuft & Needle received high ratings for their specialty sleep models. Serta’s Perfect Day iSeries Applause model was rated No. 1 on the innerspring list, while the Serta iComfort Savant EverFeel mattress rated No. 1 on the memory foam list. A total of five Serta models were included on those lists, the highest total for any company. In its May 2015 issue, Consumer Reports lists ratings for 18 innerspring mattresses, 18 memory foam mattresses, and three adjustable air mattresses. The Sealy Posturepedic Hybrid Trust Cushion mattress was No. 2 on the innerspring list, followed by the Charles P. Rogers Powercore Estate 5000, the Simmons Beautyrest Recharge Hybrid Jeffreys Bay, and the Charles P. Rogers St. Regis Pillowtop.
In the No. 2 position on the memory foam list was the Spring Air Back Supporter Natalie, followed by the Tuft & Needle Ten, the Casper 10-inch, and the Bob’s Discount Furniture Bob-O-Pedic 11-inch Firm. The Sleep Number i8 Bed toped the adjustable air list, followed by the Sleep Number c2 Bed and the Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Choice Supreme. Ikea had four beds on the innerspring and memory foam lists, while Simmons had three beds (two Simmons Beautyrest models and one ComforPedic model) on the lists. Stearns & Foster had three beds on the innerspring list, while Sealy had two beds on the two lists, and Tempur-Pedic had one, which was rated in the No. 18 position, the lowest spot on the memory foam list. Other brands listed on the innerspring list included Duxiana, The Original Mattress Factory, Saatva, Macy Bed, Shifman and Ashley Sleep. Other brands listed on the memory foam list included Sleep Innovations, Novaform, Night Therapy, Spa Sensations and Ara. Bedding insiders warn that the Consumer Reports mattress ratings must be viewed with caution, since many features of mattresses are difficult to quantify and evaluate.
Consumer Reports presents test results for these features: Side sleeping, back sleeping, durability, stabilization, resists bounciness, eases movement, and retains warmth. It did not specify the nature of the tests in its latest report. “At Consumer Reports, we test for attributes such as back and side support because a mattress that feels comfortable in the store may not be supportive enough night after night,” the story on the mattress ratings says. “So use our Ratings to find the most supportive options, then lie on the mattresses, if possible, to find the one that is most comfortable for you.” The mattress story is headlined, “The Myth of the $5,000 Mattress.” It backs that up by saying that “the spin” is that “spending thousands guarantees blissful sleep,” while “the reality” is that “You can get great, supportive bedding for less than a grand.” Consumer Reports evaluates sofas Top 25 furniture manufacturers Tempur Sealy CEO offers plans in wake of Mattre...
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I slept on the Loom & Leaf Relaxed Firm mattress for several weeks and got a really good sense for it. The mattress is quite comfortable, and overall my experience was positive, though I have a few words of caution. This mattress isn’t for everyone, but definitely an intriguing option for certain mattress buyers. It has a distinct memory foam feel that some people will love while others won’t love. For those that are looking for a memory foam mattress, this mattress can give you a great value. It uses quality materials that you will see in mattresses that cost you a lot more money. Read on for my full Loom & Leaf review (see HERE for a direct comparison to Tempur-Pedic). Who Should Be Interested in Loom & Leaf? You’re Considering Tempur-Pedic– If you are looking at the Tempur-Pedic models or other high-quality memory foam mattresses, I would definitely give a strong look at Loom and Leaf. The specs of the mattress are comparable to some of the mid-range Tempur-Pedic models.
See direct comparison to Tempur-Pedic HERE. You Are Value-Conscious and Luxury Loving– Loom and Leaf provides great value, and is priced well for a mattress competing at the luxury level. The price tag is steep for some buyers, but a steal if you compare it to the major mattress brands. You Are Looking For A Great Comfort/Support Trade-off– The high-density memory foam conforms nicely to the body and supports proper spinal alignment, upholding the known standard for high-quality memory foam. This is great for relieving and/or preventing back pain. At the same time, the mattress is quite comfortable and I think you’ll find it’s a very cozy sleeping experience. You Sleep With A Partner– The high-density memory foam is great for motion isolation. That means when your partner moves around, you generally won’t feel it. You’ll both get a better night of sleep because of it. You’re Willing To Take A Risk– This is a new brand and you can’t try the mattress out ahead of time.
The trial period and return policy should alleviate any concerns you have, but some people would naturally think they are taking a risk in buying such a mattress online. Buy Loom & Leaf at direct from factory prices Why You Might Not Want To Look At Loom & Leaf You Don’t Plan On Owning Your Mattress Very Long– I think Loom and Leaf is fit for someone who wants a great medium or long-term solution. If you are just planning on owning your mattress for 2-3 years, then maybe you don’t want to invest in a mattress of this quality. There are definitely some lower-priced options that will do the job. You Generally Don’t Like The Memory Foam Feel– I have come across a number of people who don’t like the memory foam feel. As good as a memory foam mattress may be, some people will just never like the feel. I’ve seen people make the mistake of thinking that since they’re upgrading to a high-quality mattress they’re going to of course like the feel – but tastes for memory foam rarely change, no matter the quality.
You Like To Really Sink Into Your Mattress– This mattress is made with high-density memory foam. As such, it has a strong sense of stability and you don’t get the feeling of sinking into the mattress. You feel that you are sleeping on the mattress rather than in the mattress. I prefer this, but you may prefer that super plush feeling that a softer mattress provides. Want to see the full specs of the mattress? You can see that the mattress behaves much like a high-quality memory foam mattress, as expected. The foam is fairly slow to respond, similar to what you would expect from a Tempurpedic. This is the medium firm option shown in the video, Loom & Leaf also offers a firm option. Unless you are a stomach sleeper or prefer a very firm mattress, I would go with the medium firm mattress. What Are The Main Things You Should Know About The Construction? High-Quality Memory Foam– The mattress uses 5lb memory foam that is plant-based. The density and quality compares favorably to some of the mid-range Tempur-Pedic models.
Organic Cotton Cover– They used organic cotton and it is really soft and nice to the touch. You probably don’t think that much about the cover when you consider a mattress, but this is a really nice touch that gives the extra feeling of luxury. Gel Layer– There is a gel layer on top of the memory foam. This keep the mattress cool and comfortable (in my experience). I would encourage you to look at the specs of the mattress and compare them with the specs of other top memory foam options. There’s a few objective measures of comparison that make Loom & Leaf an interesting purchase. One Thing That Is Very Unique To Loom And Leaf Is The Cool Sleeping Surface Most agree that sleeping on a bed that feels hot is not comfortable at all. I’ve personally had some terrible nights of sleep while at a hotel or a friend’s place because the mattresses generated too much heat. Unfortunately, some memory foam mattresses experience this effect because of the way they are constructed.
There’s a lot of debate about what companies can do that will actually keep a mattress cool. Some companies will have a spiffy name for some system that is meant to have you think their mattresses will be extra cool at night. In my experience, the two ways to keep a mattress cool are to include a gel-laminated layer within the foam or to use bio-based foams. Studies back up this claim too. Loom & Leaf has both of these features, and from my experience, the sleep surface is very cool and comfortable. As expected of a high quality memory foam mattress, Loom & Leaf does very well in the motion transfer test. This mattress should be a good option if you are sleeping with a partner (especially if they move around a lot during the night). Is Their Claim About All The Cost Savings You Get Accurate? The claim the company makes about its mattress is that you get for $999 a mattress that would cost 2 to 3 times that amount at a retail store. After examining this claim and understanding how the traditional retailer business model works, this claim actually is true.
There are so many costs involved in the retail model that get eliminated with the online business model. The Loom and Leaf mattress really does present an enticing value by removing the physical retailer aspect of the sale. But Isn’t Buying A Mattress Online Risky? This issue always comes up. In this case, you can’t try the mattress out beforehand, but you do get a 75-day risk-free trial period. That’s more than enough time to figure out whether you like the mattress (typically you’ll know after 1-2 weeks). From there, if you don’t like the mattress, you can just send it back. Doesn’t sound like much of a risk to me, especially when you consider all the cost savings you are getting from buying online.No, it’s not risky. So Do You Recommend Their Mattress? I enjoyed the mattress, but it’s definitely not for everyone. If you understand or are used to memory foam, you will love this mattress. If you are looking at Tempur-Pedic or another higher-end memory foam provider, Loom & Leaf provides a great way to get similar benefits of Tempur-Pedic but at a much lower price.