Help! Help! I'm about to decide!
May 5, 2010 1:28 PM
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I'm almost ready (I hope) to make a decision. I compared both SleepEZ's 10,000 and 13,000 models with FloBeds' Posture Select & Posture Deluxe models in both blended and natural/organic. I've made myself a pro/con/price chart between SleepEZ & FloBeds, and SleepEZ comes out way ahead on the price, which is a huge deal for me. Including foundation, legs and shipping, SleepEZ's top of the line product comes out for less $ than FloBeds' cheapest product. There are no sales right now at FloBeds, and I know people have said they followed the site daily and ended up getting refunds as sales occurred but I probably won't do that for 90 days.

Unless someone can tell me something that makes the $$$ difference worth it, lets assume I'm going with SleepEZ. But I have just a few more issues and hope anyone with experience can help me out. 

1) What are the reasons to get the 13" mattress over the 10"?

2) Blended vs. natural Talalay... still can't decide who is right and who is wrong on this!

3) SleepEz says I can mix Dunlop and Talalay layers, is there a good reason to do this? Like Dunlop for the bottom layer(s)?

 

Re: Help! Help! I'm about to decide!
Reply #15 May 9, 2010 12:58 PM
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Thanks for all the help here. FloBeds is having a sale now, but still more than the most expensive option at SleepEz. sad Anyway, I guess I could make up the difference in the wool padding with an added wool topper if necessary. Budgy, that silk duvet you posted info about in the other thread looks gorgeous, I would never have thought to look for something like that. I looked at their website... a girl could get positively  spoiled on that stuff.
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Reply #16 May 9, 2010 1:53 PM
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yes....we are quite used to those from the feminine persuasion getting a little excited about their products, lol
Re: Help! Help! I'm about to decide!
Reply #17 May 9, 2010 4:16 PM
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Budgy, on the Ergosoft thread I had a question for you regarding Latex Green.  Since Dunlop latex was one of Cynicaljones questions, can you answer this?  In regards to the labeling of their latex they seem to measure like memory foam, 4.75 lb. and 16-18 IFD.  Is that pretty accurate or is it really more dense and firm than 16-18 IFD.
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Re: Help! Help! I'm about to decide!
Reply #18 May 10, 2010 12:58 AM
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it is wierd to measure the density of it.  I don't buy direct from Latex Green so I really couldn't answer.  as to whether it would feel firmer than memory foam of the same density that is a pretty bold generalization to make.  you can change how firm or soft memory foam is without changing the density.
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Reply #19 May 10, 2010 1:25 AM
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Did you ever decide on which mattress to get?  If it makes any difference in your deliberations, let me say that I've been working with my daughter on her bed.  She's been using the old comforter for several days now, and her complaints are lessened.

I still think it will be a good idea for me to get her a wool protector (not topper, she wouldn't tolerate any shifting around of the topper) and since she's switched back to her old, thinner comforter, I'll be buying her a new lightweight comforter as well (alas, not the silk one Budgy linked - that looks like more than I can afford).

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Reply #20 May 10, 2010 3:54 PM
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KimberlyH wrote:

Did you ever decide on which mattress to get?  If it makes any difference in your deliberations, let me say that I've been working with my daughter on her bed.  She's been using the old comforter for several days now, and her complaints are lessened.

I still think it will be a good idea for me to get her a wool protector (not topper, she wouldn't tolerate any shifting around of the topper) and since she's switched back to her old, thinner comforter, I'll be buying her a new lightweight comforter as well (alas, not the silk one Budgy linked - that looks like more than I can afford).


Are you asking me if I decided on a mattress yet?   I have decided to order my own latex layers and make my own.  Since I already have 4 layers of latex now, I know I need something more cushy.  I have firm already.

I am so close I can feel it now.  I am considering the Ergosoft (Latex Green) 16-18ILD, I may ask for samples.  I sent them an email, and haven't heard back yet. The company does take returns, and RMM doesn't.  But Absoluteonsale doesn't say what they do with their returns, so that is a concern of mine. 

Let us know Kimberly what you think of the wool mattress pad you get for your daughter.

Re: Help! Help! I'm about to decide!
Reply #21 May 10, 2010 5:26 PM
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I haven't been able to decide yet either. Right now I'm debating platform bed vs. foundation and legs from one of the two above-mentioned companies.
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Reply #22 May 10, 2010 5:58 PM
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Ask yourself if you want returned layers, do you?  If not do you mind $50 copay for new layers from Flobeds?  No payment for new layer required for Sleepeze. You said you don't want convoluted layer.  You still have to pay $30 or so to return shipping the layers you return.

Have you ever tried latex before Cynicaljones?  If not perhaps you do need to be able to exchange layers.  Both places will do that.

Have you thought of building your own?  You can build one for $1200 or under for a 9" latex bed.  You can make a 12" for $1600.  I am estimating at $400 a layer which is Foamsweetfoam's price (natural talalay).  RMM is cheaper for the less ILD layers.  You could have an extra layer in the closet for swapping layers out for $2000.  There you are up to almost a Flobed or Sleepeze bed. 

Personally I like 1 1/2" layers or 2" layers for more flexibility.  I don't want to be moving 3" layers around at the top anyway.

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Reply #23 May 10, 2010 7:44 PM
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Leo3 wrote:

Ask yourself if you want returned layers, do you?  If not do you mind $50 copay for new layers from Flobeds?  No payment for new layer required for Sleepeze. You said you don't want convoluted layer.  You still have to pay $30 or so to return shipping the layers you return.

Have you ever tried latex before Cynicaljones?  If not perhaps you do need to be able to exchange layers.  Both places will do that.

Have you thought of building your own?  You can build one for $1200 or under for a 9" latex bed.  You can make a 12" for $1600.  I am estimating at $400 a layer which is Foamsweetfoam's price (natural talalay).  RMM is cheaper for the less ILD layers.  You could have an extra layer in the closet for swapping layers out for $2000.  There you are up to almost a Flobed or Sleepeze bed. 

Personally I like 1 1/2" layers or 2" layers for more flexibility.  I don't want to be moving 3" layers around at the top anyway.


I have not been able to find a place anywhere near me that sells all latex beds, and I guess this is partially why I'm having such trouble deciding. I would hate to make a very expensive mistake I can't really afford. It would be great to get the right configuration 1st time, the extra $$$ to exchange layers could go toward new sheets, for example.

I don't really mind getting someone else's returned layers, I would trust that they've been inspected and cleaned.

I have thought of building my own, I have looked at Foam By Mail and read about them here. The price is right, but I'm not sure I want to take a chance with them, in case it doesn't work out for me or the quality is not so great. Their 1", 2" and 3" layers only come in medium and soft, according to their site. They are still on my larger "consider" list, though. Since I only need a Twin XL, the cost would be even less for me.

I'm still not even sure what to do about a foundation. One of theirs (SleepEZ, FloBeds, etc...) on legs, on a metal frame, platform bed, euro-slats? FloBeds has their Euro-slats on sale now if you buy one of their mattresses. But still cost more money, and you're right, I don't like that convoluted layer. I don't like the way the sample felt under the cover swatch and I'm concerned it would wear out faster.

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Re: Help! Help! I'm about to decide!
Reply #24 May 11, 2010 11:22 AM
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OK, so I just did some math over at Foam by Mail, and I could get a 6" firm (covered) plus a couple 3" toppers and another cover for probably less than $700. That would leave me extra money for a platform bed frame.

 

Reasons why I shouldn't this (other than the cover is not as nice as the wool covers, no layer exchange, not certain about the quality of the latex)?

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