Please Help!...Memory Mattress by Foam Factory?
Jul 12, 2011 6:08 PM
Joined: Jul 8, 2011
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I need to buy a King Mattress and Foundation.  I've researched a bunch of options, including all latex.  However, when we go lay on local mattresses (central Iowa) we usually like the memory foam the best.  I could buy a $3000 mattress locally, but I really don't want to spend nearly that much.  So, I'm thinking about ordering a Memory Foam mattress from The Foam Factory.  Probably the 5# memory foam on a 5" HD36-HQ.  Here's a link http://www.mattressbymail.com/memorymattress.html  With the terry cover it would only cost about $416 plus $300 for this foundation http://www.mattresses.net/king-wood-foundation.html.

 

 

What do you think?  Would this be serviceable for 10 years?  If we don't like it, I was planning to add a 1" Talalay Latex Topper (20 ILD) for about $120 http://www.mattressbymail.com/latextopper.html

Is this crazy?  Anyone have any experience with this approach?

This message was modified Jul 14, 2011 by farm_kid2
Re: Please Help!...Memory Mattress by Foam Factory?
Reply #2 Jul 18, 2011 8:09 AM
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Re: Please Help!...Memory Mattress by Foam Factory?
Reply #3 Jul 18, 2011 1:47 PM
Joined: Jun 16, 2011
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Sorry no advice for memory foam since I've never tried it. But if you've found you like it by testing it elsewhere it might be a good idea to order the minimum pieces then you can order whatever you need to add more layers to make it firmer or softer.

I think you'll find this "build a bed" approach is very common here.

You could call foambymail/mattressbymail and discuss your needs before ordering. If possible, find out the specs of the mattresses you tried and liked at the local store. I hear the people there are quite helpful!