Mattress question for Phoenix - Latex or Pocketed Coils

[phoenix]

Hi Yianni54,

While I like the thought of them I seem to be lured by latex. So at this point I am in pickle about either an ALL LATEX mattress or pocketed coils with a latex layer on top.

I want the system that will provide the best longevity. The system that will soften or sag the least over time. i like the pressure relief of the temper pedic but I dont like the sinking in feeling. I want the mattress to push back and support me not sink in. i like the bouyont feeling.

You can read more of my thoughts about the differences between an innerspring and latex used as a support system in post #2 here but in essence it boils down to personal preference. The weak link of a mattress is generally in the upper layers in most cases and the deeper support layers (such as an innerspring or latex) are generally not the layer that softens and both could be a good durablity choice. There are many versions of both though so making sure that the support core you use (in combination with the comfort layer) is suitable for your body type and sleeping positions and that the comfort layers are a very durable material is important. I wouldn’t frame the choice as “better or worse” either in performance or durability terms but just as a matter of “different”. Post #12 here may also be worth reading.

One other factor that will affect the longevity of a mattress that is unique to each person is that you choose a mattress that if anything is a little on the firm side then the softening of materials won’t take you out of the “range” of your pressure relief and alignment needs as quickly as a mattress that is already on the verge of being too soft (again either in support/alignment or comfort terms). The loss of comfort and support from the change in softness/firmness of the materials in it is not a warranty issue because warranties only cover permanent sags when there is no weight on the mattress … not the sags that come from softening in actual use.

Also, I believe I want to go with a medium to firm feel. I was looking at foamsweetfoam and habitat, are these good online retailers? Do you recommend someone better or should I also look at someone else? Like I said I want the best materials. I also like how you can unzip and change layers.

I think highly of Foam Sweet Foam (along with the online merchants and manufacturers that are members here, are listed in post #21 here, and represent some of the the best quality, value and service in the country) but Habitat is not close to being among the best value IMO. There was a poster yesterday (kaybay) that asked about the same two companies and my response to them here and the links I included would be the same as I would reply to you.

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