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Opinions on their design of coil foundations with quilted latex/wool upper? Was very impressed with the support and feel of their lower end Allegra set.
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| In Canada, "The Mattress and Sleep Shop". I ended up ordering the Allegra. Incredible support and comfy for this cat. Good for my ailing back. I went into the shop with no intent to ever pursue a coil mattress again after a dismal short run with an expensive Kingsdown, including equally dismal product support (or lack of). So Natura Rest was the item I focused on and very nearly purchase . . . also very good for myself. But upon laying on the Allegra . . . bliss. Spent a while on it as it is quite firm, but the comfort was so good. Thought for quite a while whether to chance a coil-based mattress again, recalling some comments on this board about the availability of 'good' coil construction, combined with good upper layering, from a few companies that take the time to do so. I believe this Co is dealing with it well. And after a few $$$'s, I'll hope so. Take delivery though in a few more weeks. |
| I've PM'd you. |
| Please keep us posted terra3. I have also checked out the Green Sleep Molena line at a local shop. My impression is quite good. I do have some reserve as this is their first coil mattress as I don't quite like buying the first version of new product. |
| Where does one find information on these mattresses? There isn't anything about a coil mattress on the GreenSleep website! Am I missing it? Thanks! |
| GreenSleep's website is supposed to be re-launched fairly soon. Not really sure what that means in terms of days, weeks or months though. Some searching and you can find some good info from certain retailers on line if you want detailed specs |
| Got it, thanks Budgy. |
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An update on my original post . . . .
Received the Greensleep Allegra mattress set a couple days ago. Incredible workmanship in both the mattress and the slat wood box set (and a nod to their packaging for shipment . . . impressive!). Supplied with a St. Dormier washable wool mattress protector. And using with my old down & feather pillows. Fairly firm as had the floor model. Settled in and I could feel my back adjusting to the change . . . at first the sense of the firmness, then a very comfortable and supportive posture. Shifted onto my side (I'm about 50:50 back/side as much as I could tell), and very comfortable to me. Back onto my back to see . . . . Next thing I knew, my alarm clock was going off and it was time to get to work. Woke up on my back with a smile developing that only got wider as I got up without the usual backache. Seriously refreshing sleep. It's interesting that I don't sense at all through feeling or even noise the inner coil springs that they use. In all, an extraordinary two days of sleep. We'll see how this goes, but I have nothing but happiness to share at finding what I was looking for. The only negative (and this is relative to each) is that the set is what I'd consider expensive. But then again, I've been criticized for living in the past. And in hindsight now, I'd spend the same again if I had to do it over. If any pointed questions, happy to oblige. |
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Thanks for the update, and glad you are happy! Do you know the firmness of the latex layer? At some point I might want to try one of those. I just saw that they have a retailer in my area, and I didn't think that was the case. I would probably go for the pocketed coils, because I am finding I prefer a bit softer coil system. I assume this is pretty firm and that is what you like? |
| Yes, firmness is what I was after. I don't know the measure of the firmness (Greensleep may provide their spec?). But I find it comforting as well as supportive . . . . both very relative terms. And the latex atop coil spring is something that just seems to work. Time will tell. |
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An update to my last post . . . . Things took a turn for the worse. My next night's sleep, I awoke middle of the night coughing and having problems breathing. Awaking, I recognized a strong, sweet odour in the room. Left, showered, but the odour persisted, including in my nose and a strong rubbery taste in my mouth. Headed to the doc because it was so disturbing. Prescribed 'puffer' to help with ibreathing, a suggestion that I may have developed an allergy to something in the mattress, and a further suggestion to 'get rid of the mattress' (if it was needed). The supplier (decent folks, very happy with their attention to this) took the set back and are working to resolve. The manufacturer (not very happy with them) were simply adamant that it was an allergy and that their product isn't to blame (should add: I've never actually heard this from them . . . despite queries to them, not a single answer to myself about my issue or concerns). It took a bit over a week for the odour in the room to leave and multiple washings of the bedding that was in close contact with the mattress. Ten days after and my breathing problems and odd taste are minimal . . . that is sooo welcomed. May have been an allergic reaction, but honestly, I can't understand the strong odours. In case folks are thinking it is in my head (?), the trucking firm that picked up the mattress was concerned about entering the room to pick up the mattress and indicated that they would use gloves because I had no idea just 'what' was in the mattress. So now considering a more simple bedding arrangement, with a nod toward what may be an allergy (?) to latex or some other material (??) in the bed. Looking now at a wool, wool/cotton mattres with or without innerspring. A few varieties that are appealing and seem to have a broad based support (reminds me of the tough mattress of my youth). That said, appreciate any/all input on this new direction. Should add - despite no known allergies in my life, and the fact I had used latex in the course of my occupation - I am checking out materials for allergic response prior to any decision. Should also add, for those interested and in the Edmonton area, there may be an excellent 'used' (two nights) Greensleep Allegra king mattress set available at discount from the $$ of original price. Christ . . . . what a time . . . . . |