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Hi all-- as we progress, I'm doing my due diligence on pocket coil systems as well, as an option to consider along with foams and such. I'm specifically reasearching the Berkeley Ergonomics beds, but generally other high quality pocket coils as well. A have a number of questions that I'm hoping you can shed some light on regarding quality. I've learned that the Berkeley Ergonomics "Willow" or "Alpine" model is as follows: - 1530 pockets coils for a king- they are honeycombed like the attached photo. - Since it's honeycombed, some are taller & others shorter. I believe the shorter rows are ~13.75 gauge & the taller rows are ~16.75 gauge. (2.1mm & 1.4mm since they are German coils) - Coil tensile strength is 1900-2100N/mm2 (not sure what this means)  - there is then 2" of latex on top of the coils and a wool cover. Primarily I wondered about the following:-the durability of pocket coils in general, but specifically with the stats above. - the coil count listed above for a king - if honeycombed multilevel structure adds to the strength or durability - if adding a topper of wool & latex would extended the life of this set- by buffering the coils a bit more than just the 2" of latex or if it doesnt matter at all. And then lastly in my digging, I've read various conflicting things about foundations for this type of bed. Whether a solid wood foundation is best or whether a flexible slat foundation is best. One source said that coil beds like this should NOT be paired with a flexible slat foundation. Sovn of course tells you that they were built to go together. So, just wondering thoughts on that too. In addition to Berkeley Ergonomics, Green Sleep, etc...-- are there other high quality pocket coil beds I should research? Are high quality pocket coils as durable as other coil systems? As durable as latex? Much less durable, etc? My primary goal is still to find a bed construction that does not sink, sag, and soften for many years!!!!! I am a stomach sleeper & beds I select are almost always great for several months, and then they quickly begin to sag, soften, and mush. Then the back pain always sets in. I do like the feel of latex, but could not seem to situate with the feel of an all latex bed for some reason. So- was contemplating a simple configuration of high quality coil system with 2" of 25 ILD talalay latex with wool cover. All thoughts welcome & appreciated!
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In ll actuality, I like this type of coil system (although I have not sold it before) because it allows the taller coils to provide alittle softer response before kicking in the firmer shorter coils. Your body has curves that need to be addressed while on your side and should keep your spine level while providing enough "cradling" of your hips and shoulders so as not feel pressure points. The latex should add enough of a cushioning barrier between you and the coils, but only your own back can tell! If, while you are in your sleep position and using your favorite pillow, ask your partner to look at your spine from behind you... does there appear to be a fairly straight line from the base of your skull through your tail bone and down through your knees? THIS is proper alignment... and if this alignment ALSO feels comfortable to you as the sleeper, you have found a very compatible bed. What I do not see in your question is how comfortable you are in the bed while sleeping... none of us can truly give you a better choice for your back unless it is not comfortable (and then we would need to hear WHY it is not comfortable) because brand and construction have very little to do if the bed is comfortable... Sleep Well "dallasgirl"! I miss my old stomping ground in the north LBJ area and hope you are enjoying the Big D! |