can someone help me narrow my mattress choices? Kingsdown, Comforpedic, or Simmons Beautyrest
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I know these mattresses are kind of all over the place. Initially I discarded the idea of a foam mattress such as temperpedic or comforpedic but we are revisiting the idea. The analysis I received put as at the #2 for the bodysystem style of the Kingsdown. This is about 2700 for a King size. The Beautyrest also seemed comfortable and offered the least expensive option but I am concerned about the pillow top factor (deterioration). Moving onto the comforpedic which I was attracted to over the temperpedic because I am concerned about getting hot in the summer time. Those mattresses I found the most difficult to evaluate as a sleeper. Sure it felt good while I was laying on it. How will that translate into 8 hours every night? I also had a really tough time figuring out which one would be suitable for me.....going by the 'get what you pay for' the top of the line Comforpedic was 4000, out of our price range and possibly not even necessary for us. So I was hoping if I tell you a bit about our body types if you could direct me towards which level of the comforpedic we should need, if we decide that route. Husband and I are both 5'10" and I am in the 135-140range and he is around 165. Since my pregnancy (baby is now 9mo) I have aquired lower back pain and I have been unable to return to stomach sleeping in that time. DH also has lower back pain but his is sciatic, mine I don't think is related to sciatic since I don't have any of the leg pain associated with the lower back pain. We have made the mistake in the past of an overly firm mattress (S&F) that is now overly sagging and way past the point of uncomfortable. I want to keep close to 2500, this should afford us a nice supportive mattress I would think. I am not interested in doing mail order build my own foam mattress. Do you have input as to what specifically we should be looking for as far as layers in the comforpedic brand, or input on the mysterious kingsdown body system? Is it a mistake to go with a traditional inner spring type of mattress? |
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i guess the problem for me was when I performed the search function there were too many *irrelevant* posts that came back. Not to be a newbie and start off complaining about the search function. However, I was able to more easily just read through the posts by page, after all there are only 6 pages of posts in the last 6 months...... Anyways, I think I have found the direction I want to go in, and that is latex. I really like what savvy rest had to offer but I *believe* I can get something very similar in the S/F Oasis or Sealy Springfree (and for a lower price). While they are not adjustable post purchase, they do offer several levels of firm to plush choice, and I think I will be able to find one that we both can be happy on. I believe that I am one of the people who can probably be comfortable on many different mattresses. After all, my current S/F did last for a good 5 yrs, and that is pretty ok with me. I am definitely going to be aware before my purchase of what is the return policy, restocking fees, etc. |
Re: can someone help me narrow my mattress choices? Kingsdown, Comforpedic, or Simmons Beautyrest
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Hi mattressmom, I'm one who appreciates any suggestions I can get regarding how to alleviate back pain. I've never been to a chiropractor and now that our insurance covers them (certain ones, though), I would like to see if this might be what I need. Sure, this is a mattress forum...but since many of us suffer from chronic back pain, I see nothing wrong with recommending what works for YOU. I personally welcome advice like this. I agree that the perfect mattress may not exist for someone who continues to be plagued by chronic lower back problems. mattressmom wrote: You really do enjoy your role as the forum curmudgeon, don't you? I'm guessing you've never been pregnant OR had intractable, excruciating sciatica - and certainly not at the same time. I'm just saying..... There are chiros and there are chiros. LBP is one of the things they have a good reputation for.<BR><BR>My bigger point is that I think some of the back problems described on this forum need more than the perfect mattress. I think some people might need to exercise, use the right pillow or combination of pillows, see a physical therapist, etc., etc. I'm not sure that the quest for the perfect mattress is the ultimate solution to everyone's back problems. OTH, I think some people would be happy enough on a wide variety of mattresses. |
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"I'm guessing you've never been pregnant. " True. And physiologically impossible. But women are built to handle pain. Suffer, sometimes quietly. Men aren't. However, I have had lower back pain issues off and on for years from sports, at times nearly debilitating. The few chiros I tried were far more interested in insurance, and how many treatments per week that could be covered, than in curing the condition. I'm not saying all are like that, but I wouldn't go to one again. I did have great success with a couple of osteopaths (also spinal manipulation, but also training equal to MDs) at different times, and on each occasion left office with relief after one manipulation, with no more suggested or required. What really helped was Bob Anderson's book "Stretching", recommended by an osteopath together with some specific exercises for strengthening abdominal muscles. |
Re: can someone help me narrow my mattress choices? Kingsdown, Comforpedic, or Simmons Beautyrest
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We are not a store. We have a brand new king size comforpedic that was in a microbial bag standing in our bedroom. This is the high end one over $4000. We don' t have the room for it and can' t return it- very upsetting. It was slept on by me and my wife for about 2 weeks. Originally bought from sleepys in NJ in FEB. If you or anyone is interested please call us at home 201 712-1040 or email me at mtrawinski@verizon.net . We are willing to take off $1000 and sell for around $3000 for this barely used Comforpedic. It is in absolutely brand new condition. The only thing we would have to work out if someone is interested is shipping unless you have a truck or are near the Bergen county area in NJ we might be able to help truck it to you. All original paperwork is sitting in our bedroom next to the mattress waiting to go. Please call or email if you want more details. Pictures could be sent etc. It' s model is still on the floor. Mtrawinski@verizon.net 201 712-1040 |
Re: can someone help me narrow my mattress choices? Kingsdown, Comforpedic, or Simmons Beautyrest
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sager66 wrote: Others may not agree that their time is less valuable than your own . . don't be so lazy! Who died and left you in charge? It's a mattress forum, you must be pathetic in real life if all you can do here is blast anyone who asks a question. |