I need help finding a supportive king 2.5k max

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I’ve followed Mattress Underground since 2015. We purchased a hybrid coil and memory foam mattress with a pillowtop after finding a small business here in Indiana, Long’s, where we could actually go to a store and try out the mattress. This was 2018. I’m sad to say that only 6 years later, this mattress has developed deep sags in it. We put it on the floor to make sure it wasn’t our slatted box bases (two twins on a metal base, I’d say the slats are about 10 inches apart) and no, it still sagged.

It has been causing both my husband and I pain for the last year or more and we have to replace it. I don’t want to spend $1500-$3000 or more on a new mattress and have it sag so quickly as this one did. I don’t necessarily blame Longs, It might be that we just didn’t choose a mattress supportive enough for my husband (230lbs, 6’1") and myself (175lbs, 5’4"). I have cervical instability and paint in my hips and my husband has knee pain he has had for about five years. We are only 46. But we need a very supportive mattress, but soft enough for my shoulders and my hips. Our current mattress support has given out and my neck, shoulders and hips hurt every morning. My husband experiences a whole body soreness upon waking. We did try a sleeponlatex 3 inch soft topper, but after about 4 mos, we broke it in and unfortunately it became too soft. Plus, it was simply sinking into the sags in the mattress. So we took it off as we seemed more sore with it than without it. But we were past the 90 day return/exchange window.

I’ve tried to research myself, but It is all getting mixed up in my brain. I have this chronic pain as well as adhd (medicated thank goodness) and both hurt/curb my research abilities. As well, we are both suspect of my previous research as it led to buying the Long’s matress as well as the too soft and very pricey sleeponlatex topper ($400).

I need some direction. I like the idea of latex for it support and longevity. But the topper was a pretty expensive disappointment which has left my husband disillusioned with latex’s benefits. As well, my husband wants a bed we can try out or one we have slept in on vacation that worked well for us (a week on the Sealy Gaffney hotel bed was great), but that bed is from a big brand, just as expensive as the smaller more quality brands online and will probably break down after 3-5 years. So I want one we can order that is good quality. But I need someone besides myself explaining why this bed or that would be a good bet.

I’ve looked at Saatva (honestly, so expensive!), Beloit (seemed good??), Sleeponlatex (their customer service is really wonderful, they seem like good people), Wink (also kinda pricey), Eos (really too pricey). Nothing I’ve found has a showroom in Indianapolis or around there (we are in the west suburbs).

I just don’t even know what to look for anymore. I know my husband likely needs a firmer option and my side should be a bit softer, but I could only find a split option on SleepEz and since it is a good deal of latex, not sure my husband will go for it.

HELP, please. I’m really tired and really sore. I am in PT for neck pain and this current bed is just making it worse.

Sincerely,

Laura Evans
just outside Indianapolis

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I’m a mattress shopper, so look, take this with a large grain of salt. That said, my thoughts:

  • Yea, say “no” to anything that says “Soft”. It won’t last, ya’ll need more support than that, and while it may feel comfortable for a bit it’s taking you down a misleading road
  • The only foam that will last 10-20 years is latex, and maybe then only the better latex types.
  • The softer it is the less life it will have.
  • 10" of distance between slats? That seems a lot to me, but that’s a knee jerk.
  • I would lean towards a firm core, no intermediate, and a medium top, with 1/2" quilting for a soft feel that doesn’t have a lot of sag potential.
  • If you can live with the cost and weight I’d roll w/fimer/Dunlap in the core and medium Talalay up top. That might last 20 years. My pure Talalay has… Else coils at the core.
  • if you buy two twin XL’s you have a king that’s fully independent. Make a nice start for independent power bases. That said, I lean towards thinking you both need similar firmness.
  • I don’t know if a zoned coil would help you or not. Or if they make same, but perhaps something with more support in the hips and softer in the shoulders. I wonder if you went with two twins, turned them sideways and used a medium base on the upper one and a firm base on the lower you might get a zoned feel at the hips (firmer) and shoulders (a bit softer).

Look, I didn’t even sleep at a holiday in last night, so…

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Hey!

Me again :smiley:

I answered part of your concern already in another thread but as for budget, I realized I hadn’t chimed in.

Several of our Trusted Members offer high-quality King-sized mattresses that fit well within a $2,500 budget. Because these manufacturers sell factory-direct, you’re often getting materials (like natural latex or high-density foams) that would cost significantly more at a big-box retailer.

Here are a few specific options from the directory that currently sit under that $2,500 mark for a King size:

SleepEZ Their Organic Latex Mattress is a standout for customization. You can choose the exact firmness for each of the three layers, and in a King size, you can even split the internal layers so each side of the bed has a different feel. Depending on the thickness you choose (9" or 10" are the most common), these typically range from $1,900 to $2,300.

Latex Mattress Factory If you are looking for a solid all-latex build at an aggressive price point, their Luxerion or Organic Latex models are excellent values. They use high-quality Dunlop and Talalay latex and usually come in well under your budget, often priced between $1,500 and $2,000 for a King.

Arizona Premium Mattress They are well-known for their All Natural and Ultimate Hybrid models. These combine a pocketed coil support core with a thick latex comfort layer. A King size in these models is very budget-friendly, often staying under $1,500 to $1,800.

My Green Mattress For those specifically looking for certified organic materials, their Natural Escape is a button-tufted hybrid that provides great edge support and a slightly firmer feel. A King usually prices out around $1,700 to $2,000.

Before you buy, I’d suggest reaching out to whichever manufacturer you’re leaning toward. Since they are smaller shops, you can actually talk to the people who design the beds to make sure the specific “feel” matches what you’re looking for.

NikkiTMU

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Some f/up to your suggestions:

Due to our weights (175 and 240), are there specific support layers beyond pocketed coil we should be looking for?

Is a firm latex above a pocketed coil from Arizona mattress, for example, going to be enough support for back pain and shoulder pain or should I be looking at the “zoned” support others offer?

Also, the split firmness seems interesting at Sleep Ez but what about rotating your mattress? Is rotation necessary? If so, wouldn’t we have to switch sides every time we rotated?

Is a flippable mattress going to be better for us to avoid sag or is that just a gimmick and a good supportive mattress shouldn’t need to be flipped?

If I do decide to go with a hybrid that involves foam…(Beloit, for instance) what density in the comfort layers as well as the support layers should I be looking for due to our weights?

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I’d love to get clarification on my questions above. I really appreciate all your help so far. @NikkiTMU

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