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I have an old cheap outlet-store type mattress that needs replacing. After spending a few hours at different stores, we decided to go for a memory foam mattress. And after spending hours looking at the Amazon, Overstock, Costco, etc mattresses, it's all so confusing and the reviews are all so mixed. So, I think the DIY route is the best way to have flexibility to experiment and get quality. The mattress I'm thinking of building is something along the lines of: 2" 4.5lb memory foam ($115 from foamdistributing, $119 Aerus from Amazon) I am 6' 160lbs, she is 5'3" 125lbs. So we are relatively lightweight, tend to like more plushy beds, and have only occasional lower back pain (probably more from computer use than sleeping). My questions: 1) How does the foamdistributing.com or foambymail.com memory foam compare to Aerus or Sensus? They have similar specs. Should I just get whichever is cheaper/more convenient? 2) How does the foamdistributing.com "regular" line differ from their "high quality" line from a practical perspective? I know the density is higher, so theoretically it will last longer.. but does it make any difference in terms of sleep quality? 3) Does the thickness of the bottom layer(s) matter that much? 3" vs 4" vs 5"? For the pre-built mattresses, often the only difference between an 8" and 12" is the thickness of the bottom layer (and maybe a half inch more memory foam on top). 4) Any changes in layers or thickness you'd recommend for our situation? We tried latex beds but it seemed oddly bouncy, and it's a lot more expensive. Thanks for any help! |
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You can also get 2.5" 4lb and 5lb Aerus at Sam's club. I think you have to buy a membership though. I assume the 4lb is a bit softer, so that could be good for you top level. 5lb if you want a bit firmer feel on top. Costco has 2.5" 4lb. Eco memory foam on sale right now (supposedely breathable as well). They also have a 3" nutratemp one that 3.25-3.5 density. I think everything bought at Costco (for sure) and Sam's club is returnable. |
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sandman wrote:
They also have a 3" nutratemp one that 3.25-3.5 density. I think everything bought at Costco (for sure) and Sam's club is returnable. |
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Diane, I think they have changed it (I sent you a PM). They told me they use ingredients of 4lb density, but since it is more open cell the actual density is 3.25-3.5lb. I am not sure if you have actually weighed yours to calculate the density, but the current version may be different than when you bought it. This message was modified Sep 20, 2010 by sandman
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| Thanks guys, I do have a Costco membership so I'll check that out. Anyone with experience with the mail order foam types, or recommendations on tweaking thicknesses? |
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I bought the one from Sam's club. I don't have it yet, as everything takes for ever to get to where I live, so I can't offer any feedback on it. I can say that it was by far the best deal I came across for 5lb Aerus foam, Queen $160. Other places were in the 270-400 range for Foamex. I just hope its a good quality, bc I do believe in you get what you pair for a lot of times. I wouldn't mind spending 400 for the same specs if I knew it was truly was better. I am thinking of changing my initial plan and going with a DIY foam bed vice latex, so I am curious to here your results.
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