| Hi, I have been looking for a new mattress and when I was researching Latex mattresses I found this site. I had already decided to try a latex mattress before coming here and from what I have read I am more convinced that is what I want. My husband noticed a new latex mattress listed on the Costco site and I was wondering if anyone has tried it. I know it is new, but I thought maybe someone might have some comments that might help. Here are the highlights of the bed components - we would be getting a King size with the foundation and at $1499.99 it seems like a steal. I know we would be sacrificing the ability to customize the firmness on each side but is it worth $1000.00 for that??? Here are the list of latex layers - Four layers of 100% natural latex for unsurpassed comfort: Layer 1 – 1” 19 ILD natural latex – soft layer Layer 2 – 2” of 24 ILD natural latex – medium layer Layer 3 – 4” of 32 ILD natural latex – support layer Layer 4 – 3” of 24 ILD natural latex – medium layer Two mattresses in one! Due to its unique construction, the Sleep Science Natural Comfort Latex Mattress allows you to sleep on either the top or bottom of the mattress. Each side has been engineered for a slightly different feel, one softer than the other. The Sleep Science Natural Latex Mattress is two high quality mattresses in one. The mattress is delivered with layer 1 (softer sleep surface) on the top. For a firmer sleep surface, remove the mattress from the cover, flip the mattress, put the cover back on and enjoy a firmer sleep surface. 100% Natural Latex. Certified by the ECO-INSTITUT as 100% Dunlop processed natural latex. Sleep Science Natural Comfort 10” Latex mattress fits the dimensions of your bed Meets the requirements of 16 CFR Part 1633-Federal flammability (open flame) standards Limited Warranty: 20 years against manufacturer defects Hypoallergenic, antimicrobial and dust mite resistant This luxurious, health promoting mattress comes with a beautiful silk blend and micro-suede mattress cover Sleep Science Softness Scale – Soft/Medium on one side and Medium on the other Here is the link if you would like to look at all the info - http://www.costco.com/Browse/Productgroup.aspx?Prodid=11496053&whse=BC&Ne=4000000&eCat=BC|93|4914|4916&N=4001838&Mo=39&pos=0&No=31&ViewAll=40&Nr=P_CatalogName:BC&cat=4916&Ns=P_Price|1||P_SignDesc1&lang=en-US&Sp=C&ec=BC-EC850-Cat4914&topnav= Thanks again for your help! I am so glad I found this forum! Brenda |
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Hi everyone, The beds were removed from the Costco website only about a week ago, but are back very quickly. It seems the prices may have gone up though. The King with NO foundation is $1599.99. Does anyone know if this is an increase? My loss for waiting I guess! Does anyone have any idea/guess or insider scoop if these are going to go on sale in the next few months?? Just my luck I'll order and they'll come down in price! Also, I'm very interested in how SS fireproofs these mattresses. The website states "Meets the requirements of 16 CFR Part 1633-Federal flammability (open flame) standards". I know many manufacturers use silk wool or other materials, but the majority use formaldehyde or similar chemical mixes. Any idea what SS is using??
Thanks for any info, Grounded |
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Hi again everyone, well I wrote to South Bay International with a few questions and they responded very quickly. Below I have pasted the reply to my question. I am thrilled to hear that it is a non-chemical solution to meet the fire-proofing requirements.
Hello:
Thank you for your interest in our product. We use a Fire Retardant muslin fabric on all of our mattresses to meet the 1633 Flammability requirements. This is a non-chemical solution for fire retardant.
The FR Muslin cover is sewed around the mattress and then we put the zip on silk/micro sued cover on top of that. Our mattress cover is removable and washable, where as the muslin must be stitched on to specifications to meet the 1633 requirements. All Costco typically has us put on the marketing is that we meet 1633. I will bring up your suggestion.
Thank you,
Customer Service South Bay International |
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Thanks everyone for your postings. Last month I ordered the Queen size latex mattress with foundation and it was delivered yesterday. (Took less than 3 weeks.) Delivery was great, but I have some concerns with the bed itself and was hoping to get some opinions. 1) The tag on the mattress states that it is 126 pounds. The costco site says that the queen mattress is 143 pounds. Is anyone's mattress tag weight much less than what is stated at Costco? Is a 17 pound difference significant when you are dealing with latex? (My mattress manu date is May 2010.) 2) My mattress height is 9" on side side, and almost 9 1/2" on the other. Is anyone's mattress less than 10"? (Or do manufacturers normally 'round up' to 10"?) 3) When I sit on one side of the bed and stand up, I hear a whistling sound. it actually scared my dog! Does anyone's mattress do this? (I'll have to rotate the mattress to see if it makes the same sound on the other side.) I really, really wanted a new bed and was pretty disappointed after my first night sleeping on it -- I woke up several times during the night cause it felt hot (the room temp was only 62 degrees) and my back was aching. I actually woke up with a lower back ache, which is unusual for me cause I can usually sleep on anything without a problem. My husband didn't have any problems last night. I may have to try the firm side. (I'm 5'2" & 130 pounds, my husband is 5'8" & 180 pounds) The foundation is a little creaky, but no worse than my old boxspring. I really want to love this bed so I'll give it more time. But I may have to return it to costco if it continues to not meet expectations. |
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BellasMom wrote: Thanks everyone for your postings. Last month I ordered the Queen size latex mattress with foundation and it was delivered yesterday. (Took less than 3 weeks.) Delivery was great, but I have some concerns with the bed itself and was hoping to get some opinions.
1) The tag on the mattress states that it is 126 pounds. The costco site says that the queen mattress is 143 pounds. Is anyone's mattress tag weight much less than what is stated at Costco? Is a 17 pound difference significant when you are dealing with latex? (My mattress manu date is May 2010.) 2) My mattress height is 9" on side side, and almost 9 1/2" on the other. Is anyone's mattress less than 10"? (Or do manufacturers normally 'round up' to 10"?) 3) When I sit on one side of the bed and stand up, I hear a whistling sound. it actually scared my dog! Does anyone's mattress do this? (I'll have to rotate the mattress to see if it makes the same sound on the other side.) I really, really wanted a new bed and was pretty disappointed after my first night sleeping on it -- I woke up several times during the night cause it felt hot (the room temp was only 62 degrees) and my back was aching. I actually woke up with a lower back ache, which is unusual for me cause I can usually sleep on anything without a problem. My husband didn't have any problems last night. I may have to try the firm side. (I'm 5'2" & 130 pounds, my husband is 5'8" & 180 pounds) The foundation is a little creaky, but no worse than my old boxspring. I really want to love this bed so I'll give it more time. But I may have to return it to costco if it continues to not meet expectations. RE: 1) I emailed SouthBay Intl customer service and questioned the weight discrepancy. They replied that the stated weight of 143 pounds is just an estimate and that the Costco site will eventually be updated to reflect that. RE: 2) After a few days, the mattress height leveled out. It's about 9.5" tall on both sides. RE: 3) I think the whistling sound was caused by the seams in the foundation's plastic cardboard top. In less than two weeks, the foundation began to make loud creaking sounds, especially on one side. We checked the screws underneath and everything was tight so there was nothing we could do to fix it. So we started the return process with Costco on returning the foundation only. (This did not go smoothly, but it worked out in the end. I think.) After another week or two, the foundation started to make loud creaking sounds on the other side too so the sounds were getting worse. So we put the mattress on our old boxspring and frame. We didn't add any additonal support because our boxspring seems to have adequate support all around. And I'm happy to report that, since we started using the old boxspring, the mattress isn't hot anymore! I wonder if the foundation's plastic cardboard top made the mattress retain body heat whereas the boxspring's fabric cover allows it to breath? We are now really happy with this mattress! |
| Looks like they are back on sale, though the price has gone up. $1150 for the queen mattress alone (sans foundation). I'm kicking myself for not getting in on this in earlier deals. Is it still worth it at that price? |
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Help, I need some suggestions. The mattress appears to hold body heat and after a couple of hours, I wake up hot. We did put plywood on our box springs (is this keeping it from getting air and that's why I'm hot) as suggested by manufacturer. If I can't come up with a solution, I will need to return which is a shame because I love it otherwise. I'm afraid to put just on box springs because it might sag or not be as firm. I do not want to order another frame. I'm looking for any and all suggestion that would help. Remove the cover? A special kind of mattress cover? Make the plywood into slats?
I have the firm side up which works well for us but we like firm. Firm yet soft, amazing. Bought this because of the technology and Costso's great return policy made me feel safe. Delivery was great, very little smell which disipated in a day. Never got to 10" high. |
| Before you return it, I would try a washable wool mattress pad on top of the mattress. I added this item to my latex mattress and it made a big difference in heat distribution. The wool also absorbs moisture better than polyester pads. Do a search on this forum for "Natura Washable wool pad" or "St Dormier" washable wool pad. (I have the Natura but most feel the St. Dormier is a little nicer) They are a bit expensive but worth every penny in my opinion. |
| does a mattress pad bunch up as you turn back and forth at night on the mattress? |
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tony wrote: does a mattress pad bunch up as you turn back and forth at night on the mattress? My Dormeirs (I have 3) do not bunch up. |
| My Natura does bunch up a little sometimes. It doesn't have the elastic sides and is not as thin as the St Dormeir (so I am told). I don't really notice it while sleeping but do fix it now and then the next night before sleeping. I'd go with the Dormeir next time. |