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So I decided to cut open my Serta Baywatch Perfect Sleeper (purchased in 2000) to see what was causing the excessive sagging. Unfortunately, it turned out to be the springs and not the foam. There was very little foam at all - three layers that were each maybe 1/4 inch thick. SOOOO disappointing. I could clearly see that the shape of the mattress without the padding was exactly the same as it is with the padding. The center springs are shot. So, as a temporary fix, I folded up some blankets and layed them vertically along the center of the box springs so that they would push the center of the mattress up into a more comfortable position. It made for a much more comfortable sleep last night...no back pain! However, I have no idea how long this fix will last, so hopefully I'll be ordering our Flobed soon.
Thanks to all of you for your help. I did take pics and will add them to this thread as soon as I upload them. This message was modified Mar 17, 2010 by Q119
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Thanks for the ideas. It is a full bed, so no middle support. I put some plywood in between today, so will see how that works tonight. Unfortunately, I live in a small studio, so don't really have room to put my mattress on the floor. I have laid a yardstick across the center and there is about a half inch depression without me in it. I have a 1 and 1/2 inch topper of latex from latex international on that may be adding to the dip. I bought it when I had the Englander latex mattress (donlop) that turned into a brick a few years ago.... after a couple thousand, I couldn't wait to get rid of it. the topper didn't help. It is probably around 19 ILD ..... too soft. I just don't have any money right now to buy anything new. When I do, I am gong to buy the cheapest s brand, firm and put toppers on it...... I spent another 800.oo for a sealy Post. after that which lasted about 2 years without a dip..... why not just buy cheap cheap, and when the dip happens buy another cheap. whoever tries to stick up for the mattress industry.... sorry.... I think it is a crime !!! |
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Full size beds will sag without center support as well, no matter what the industry says. Buy a solid wood foundation! Put in a few slats on your frame and make legs under each slat in the middle to support it. Good luck!
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