Dear Folks:
I have been having a great time the last couple of days reading through everything on this and other sites (By-the-by, this forum and site are the best by far!). I have read the How-tos, the why-tos, and what-tos. However, at the end of the day, I’m just in desperate need of sleep…something I’m not sure I’ve had for a long time.
So here’s the story…like most middle-aged couples my wife and I have never agreed on a mattress…in 18 years, we’ve gone through at least six, and probably more (I’m sure I lost count). 7 years ago I bought what I thought was a good deal on a memory foam from Overstock…it lasted three months before it started to breakdown (sigh)…5 years ago we sprung for a Sleep-Number Special Edition (yeah, I’m that idiot), and I’m pretty sure I haven’t slept since.
I’m in need of something sooner than later. Listening to Wait Wait Don’t Tell me podcast introduced me to Casper…a Google search found reviews and a few comments…and most importantly brought me here to TMU. To be clear, I’m not looking to buy a Casper ('m also not not looking to by one)…but it is what I was researching to get here.
SO! Here’s what I need…a way for my wife and I to sleep in the same bed. She is 5’6", 145lbs, a serious weightlifter, professional massage therapist, a side-sleeper, and a morning person. I am 6’0", 300lbs, a former weightlifter with injuries, spa owner and part-time magician, and while originally a back sleeper, I am now a whatever sleeper who just can’t catch a break on this Sleep-Number thing. Obviously, I need a LOT more support than she does, but I also want her to be happy (I’m nice like that).
Question #1: Is a Casper, Lessa, or T&N going to support MY large self (I suspect she’d be fine on them based on all the feedback I’ve read)? Is there another manufacturer I should be looking at?
Question #2: Is there a smart way to buy for two VERY different body types?
Issue #1: My wife HATES shopping, and we both work (own a spa) about 60-80 hours a week, so online is very appealing.
Issue #2: While we would prefer a “quick fix” I understand that probably isn’t reasonable, and I’ll take any recommendations near 47408.
In advance, thank YOU for any ideas, direction, or feedback. And thank you ALL for such a great forum, I’ve enjoyed my readings!
Jim