Memory foam mattress users... - The Water Bucket

Bert H · 04-17-2008, 09:51 AM

...please give your opinions on them. We need to get a new mattress here soon, and with my wife and I both having some back issues, would like some info on these from users.

What does one look for when purchasing? Are the non 'Temperpedic' ones as good as the temperpedics? Any type of spec to look for in the foam? Anything you don't like about them?

Feel free to expound and give opinions. As expensive as these are, we'd like to make an informed decision if we go that route. Thanks.

JanS · 04-17-2008, 11:56 AM

We don't have the mattress, but we do use all memory foam pillows and love them. With the pillows, it does indeed make a huge difference if you buy a good one or go to Wal-Mart and pick one up that costs half the price, so I assume the mattress would be the same.
The one thing I have heard about the mattresses is that they can be hot, so that may be something to keep in mind.

We use the Sleep Number (Select Comfort) bed and both of us just love that, so that may be another option to look into if you have back problems since they can be adjusted until you find what works exactly right for you.

Deni · 04-17-2008, 01:00 PM

I have a memory foam topper on my mattress that I bought on eBay. It's great.

neilfishguy · 04-17-2008, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Bert H

...please give your opinions on them. We need to get a new mattress here soon, and with my wife and I both having some back issues, would like some info on these from users.

What does one look for when purchasing? Are the non 'Temperpedic' ones as good as the temperpedics? Any type of spec to look for in the foam? Anything you don't like about them?

Feel free to expound and give opinions. As expensive as these are, we'd like to make an informed decision if we go that route. Thanks.

I used to sleep on a 15 year old matress and it made my back hurt. So my mom and I went to buy a new matress. I tried out one of those developed by nasa memory foam beds for a few weeks and I didnt like how I sunk into it. I ended up just getting a pillowtop matress. I like it a lot more than the foam. I find the momoery foam uncomfortable, but it probbably is good if you like it!

Just dont get one of these foam matresses! http://youtube.com/watch?v=JipqGRzo0oM

AaronT · 04-17-2008, 01:25 PM

Being somewhat granola heads ourselves my wife and I opted to get an organic latex mattress. It was equally as pricey, but it does have a 10 year warranty that does not depreciate. www.organicmattressstore.com You can choose the firmness that you prefer and you can even have one half be firmer than the other.

We looked at the Select Comfort beds and I was turned off by their warranty because they pro-rate it for every year that you have the bed. I've also heard mixed reviews about their customer service when the warranty is needed. I know plenty of people that love them though.

John N. · 04-17-2008, 02:35 PM

Bert I recommend getting yourself a pillow top mattress (costco has great deals on them, they are comfortable, and if you don't end up liking it, take it back a few months later no questions asked).

The problem with Foam mattresses like Temperpedic is they sink so much that at first it feels good, but after a few nights of sleeping bent and out of shape, you'll feel sore. Not to mention they do get hot.

-John N.

NAL · 04-17-2008, 08:24 PM

I have had a tempurpedic for 4 or 5 years now. I love it. If I sleep in motels or on another bed, I notice how much I love my matress. My now ex gf had an expensive pillowtop and we both liked mine way more. I know 3 people who had sleepnumbers and switched to a tempur and love it. I see tempurpedics for a grand on ebay with freeshipping. If you are interested, that is super cheap, I think that was for a queen. I would highly recommend the tempurpedic, and I have heard bad things about generic once.

JanS · 04-18-2008, 12:06 PM

Bert, I see that we all have very differing opinions on the matter, but many of the mattress dealers will let you have a free home trial for 30 days or so (I know the sleep number does), so you may want to go that route to pick what works best for you and your wife. It is a lot of money to spend, so you want to find what works best for you before dishing it out. I know someone who just dropped a ton on a good pillowtop and can't stand it after sleeping on it for a few weeks. Not saying that they are bad, but everyone is different.

Bert H · 04-18-2008, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by JanS

Bert, I see that we all have very differing opinions on the matter, but many of the mattress dealers will let you have a free home trial for 30 days or so (I know the sleep number does), so you may want to go that route to pick what works best for you and your wife. It is a lot of money to spend, so you want to find what works best for you before dishing it out. I know someone who just dropped a ton on a good pillowtop and can't stand it after sleeping on it for a few weeks. Not saying that they are bad, but everyone is different.

You're right, Jan, a lot of different opinions. I guess I sort of expected it, but was hoping to hear a lot of good stuff about this product, which is clearly not the case. Yeah, so I guess we'll be doing the route to the mattress stores and trying them out there to get some idea. Hopefully, we'll pick one we can live with or decide by the 30 day return policy.

lnb · 04-18-2008, 09:50 PM

Bought a Tempur and love it!! No aches and pains. No tossing and turning I just get in it and before you know it it's morning.

The sales person said that you either love it or hate it.

You really have to go to a mattress store and try one! Wear comfortable clothes and just relax. You'll know the right one when you start to nod off!!!