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Please help me figure out which FloBed to buy. FloBeds recommended for me to buy the Posture VZone because I am a side sleeper and the VZone is designed for side sleepers. However, I do not want to buy that one because I do not like that it has velcro on it. When the velcro wears out, then what am I supposed to do? Besides that, I don't think I'd ever use that functionality anyhow of rolling the layers across each other and whatnot. Additionally, I do not like how the latex in the Vzone seems to be divided into sections like that because instinctually it looks to me like it would make it easier for the layers to rip apart over time. So...what else should I buy from FloBeds? I do not really understand the differences between the beds listed on their website. For an example of something that confuses me: their "Natural Latex" model lists a feature of "9 Inch Organic Cotton. " What does that mean, exactly? Does that mean that part of the mattress uses innersprings and/or PU foam? Are there drawbacks to the 9 inches of cotton? Is it better to get an all latex mattress with no inches of cotton? If you guys could break those issues down for me, and also all the other issues I should be aware of regarding the differences in FloBed models, in laymen's terms, I'd appreciate that a lot. |
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inkholder: I am curious. What kind of a mattress topper over the mattress cover are you using? I know this sounds like a very small item, but I have found that it makes quite a bit of difference. the cover that I started out with was an old cover of cotton and I believe it is Dacron back material. It is very thin, and wearing out. So I put a new 100% cotton cover on my bed that was thicker. It made the mattress feel quite a bit firmer. I believe I'm going to wind up going back to my old style topper. Just a thought. I to have a FloBeds and I am 6'2" and weigh 210 pounds. I also have a bad back though it doesn't sound nearly as severe as what you are experiencing. I have found that I like the convoluted 2 inch top layer, and probably the best configuration for me is F/F/XF. I configured the other side, (based upon FloBeds website calculator which said this would be a firmer configuration) as F/XF/M. I have found this to not be correct. It actually feels softer than the other side. However I at least found out that the very bottom layer does make a considerable difference, which was a surprise to me. Whatever configuration that I tried during my 90 day trial I always left the bottom pieces at XF. But don't give up, give Dave Turner the opportunity and he'll do everything possible to make the bed work for you. This is what I like about this company as opposed to so many others. And the only cost for this is the shipping cost back to FloBeds for whatever piece of latex you return. And while I had not looked up the cost for my purchasing the return shipment myself,( I always purchased it from them and the label arrived in the layer they shipped to me) I just feel they get a better rate than I could get. Good luck! This message was modified Feb 16, 2010 by eagle2
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Hi Eagle, The mattress cover is cotton backed by something clearly artificial (not sure what, husband is sleeping on it so I can't check). It is new within the last 6 months, as I swapped out the ratty old one hoping this would make at least a tiny difference on my dreadful Sealy. I will leave it off next time I change the sheets so I can do a comparison of the how the mattress feels with or without it. If that makes a significant difference I will probably write back asking for mattress cover buying advice.  Linda |
Thanks for all the advice, everyone.  I'll call FloBeds again when I'm sure I'm ready to purchase and tell them what I told you, then see what they recommened instead of the Vzone. I'm told that I can switch the mattresses portions around to achieve different firmnesses, but is the convoluted top always on the top of the bed regardless of where the other layers go? Does the convoluted top have a specific firmness layer to it that I specify, or is there only one firmness for the convoluted top that is the same for everybody's FloBed? TJ12 wrote: I haven't heard of velcro ever wearing out I have seen it happen tons of times with all sorts of velcro-laden products I've owned throughout my life, such as shoes and grounding wrist straps. In my experience, over time the velcro starts to get all fuzzy due to degradation, and loses its ability to stick together, which makes it useless in the long run. Even if it is covered under warranty, I still wouldn't take the gamble anyhow because having my Vzone replaced would be too costly due to shipping etc. For the sake of longevity I would have rather that they use metal snap button systems or something like that instead of velcro. It's all cool for me though because I'll just buy another model instead of the Vzone. I'm glad you are loving your Vzone. This message was modified Feb 16, 2010 by confusedbedbuyer
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I don't think the velcro is important at all. Linda |
| Confused BB, for what it's worth, i tried the vZone and I doubt the velcro will wear because you barely ever use it -- you just use it the few times you re-arrange the latex pieces and then it stays put. The examples you provided where velcro wears down appears to result from opening and closing the velcro multiple times. |
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Leo3 wrote: TJ12, what ILD did you choose for your hips and shoulders? I am trying to make my own zoning. Also what ILD did you choose for the rest of the mattress. Thanks.
Sorry for the delay in responding...been off the computer for days dealing with other things. I'm not home now to check the actual ILDs and what my latest firmesses are but I can do that for you later. I can tell you what we've been doing though...I'm still switching around. My husband is 5'8" and 200 lbs..and quite muscular and I am 5'7" and 135. The reason I like the VZone so much is that like many, my back has issues in different places (weak lower) and I have had tendinitis in both my right shoulder and right hip. So, right now I believe I have a firm lumbar area for support, and firm under my hips and shoulders for pressure and keeping the shoulders soft which helps a lot. My husband is easy...he left his as designed/suggested by FloBeds...soft shoulders and medium hips. Here's the link to FloBeds' VZone suggested chart but all of them can be customized. Again, not having the ILDs with me..my bottom 2 layers are XF/F (XF on the bottom) and then the Firm VZone which I am modifying. My husband has a XF/XF/F/F VZone and just loves it as is. I http://www.flobeds.com/pdf/vZoneSpecs.pdf Hope this info helps. TJ |
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cityskies wrote: Confused BB, for what it's worth, i tried the vZone and I doubt the velcro will wear because you barely ever use it -- you just use it the few times you re-arrange the latex pieces and then it stays put. The examples you provided where velcro wears down appears to result from opening and closing the velcro multiple times.
By the way to others...I bought the FloBeds mattress pad (all cotton) to put over the mattress although I wanted a heavier, higher thread count one but judging by all the concerns out there about it affecting the mattress feel, I am sticking with this one as it is actually pretty thin as far as mattress pads go. Not sure how much thinner you could find in an all cotton thread count (and stuffing) pad. It's a Simmons 200 thread count. I would love to remove it and try it without as others have...but have to admit...this wonderful latex bed is shared with my wonderful dog... (or is that me sharing her bed with her?!! |
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TJ12 wrote By the way to others...I bought the FloBeds mattress pad (all cotton) to put over the mattress although I wanted a heavier, higher thread count one but judging by all the concerns out there about it affecting the mattress feel, I am sticking with this one as it is actually pretty thin as far as mattress pads go. Not sure how much thinner you could find in an all cotton thread count (and stuffing) pad. It's a Simmons 200 thread count. I would love to remove it and try it without as others have...but have to admit...this wonderful latex bed is shared with my wonderful dog... (or is that me sharing her bed with her?!! Hi TJ, Just to be sure... the mattress pad you bought from Flobeds IS the Simmons 200 thread count? Do you know the exact name and model #? I'd like to see if I can find it at a local retailer. Thank you, Natalie This message was modified Feb 22, 2010 by Natalia
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