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Hello experts!

Wife and I are in desperate need of a new mattress. Current is ~10 years old, been sagging for some time and causing us both back pains.

For context, we’re both bordering 50. I’m 5’ 9” 250 lbs (though working to drop down to 225ish) stomach sleeper and she’s just over 5’ around 170 back/side sleeper. Hot flashes are also a concern, so something cool is also preferred. Our budget is around $2000 for a king. A no fuss trial and good warranty are important. We plan to use our existing box spring base.

Based on our body composition, we probably need a medium to firm. I’ve narrowed down a couple options. We’re open to recommendations. Thanks all for any feedback.

  • BB Thermobalance
  • DLX LatexLux Hybrid
  • Shovlin if options in my budget and ship to GA

@BrooklynBedding
@DLX
@ShovlinMattress

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I think the dlx latexlux in medium would do best. Latex is more resilient than polyfoam.

If you went with the thermobalance then i believe firm would be the best option.

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Theres also the brooklyn bedding titan plus elite. That one looks great. Its a new model. Im 5’11" and 220lbs and i would sleep on it. But ultimately dlx is a great brand and a trusted member here so i think id go with the medium latexlux

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Thanks for considering DLX!

Based on what you shared, I think you’re looking in the right direction, but there are a few things worth keeping in mind.

First, our LatexLux Hybrid doesn’t necessarily sleep hot or cold. Latex has a more buoyant, resilient feel, so you tend to sleep more on the mattress rather than in it. That allows for better airflow around your body, and the pocket coil support core underneath also helps with airflow. That said, the mattress is only one part of the equation. Your sheets, comforter, pajamas, what you eat before bed, and even the humidity in your bedroom can all have just as much impact on sleeping warm.

The other thing I’d caution against is using a new mattress on your existing 10-year-old box spring if your current mattress is sagging. That’s not a gimmick to sell you more products as everything between the mattress and the floor affects how the mattress feels and performs. If the support system underneath is worn out, even the best mattress won’t perform as intended.

We’ve found that many foundations sold today aren’t built especially well, even ones advertised as supporting 2,500 pounds. Two that we’ve consistently received good feedback on are:

If you’re considering another foundation, feel free to send us a link and we’d be happy to let you know if we think it’s a good match.

The bed frame itself also matters. If you’re planning to keep a box spring setup, the easiest thing is to post a picture of your current bed frame. There are plenty of compatible setups, but seeing what you have makes it much easier to give accurate advice.

As for the mattress itself, at 5’9" and 250 pounds, we typically recommend our 12" LatexLux over the 14". The 12" uses a 6" pocket coil, which provides a bit stronger, more stable support for larger individuals. The main exception would be if you’re coming from a mattress that never felt supportive enough in the first place.

Do you happen to know the brand and model of your current mattress? That can help refine the recommendation, especially since your wife is a lighter back/side sleeper while you’re a stomach sleeper.

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Good morning!

Sorry for the delayed response.

I first just wanted to say we do ship everywhere, but with the cost of shipping, the total would definitely come out over $2000.

Second, how old is your box spring or foundation? These do not last forever and start to lose support unless it is a solid wood or an adjustable base. People make the mistake of not replacing the foundation and placing a new mattress on top. I have seen many a mattress start to dip and sag do to the foundation. If you catch it early enough, throw a new foundation under and it will be fine, otherwise it can damage the mattress.

Third, there is really no such thing as a “cooling mattress.” Eight Sleep is the only somewhat “cooling” but even then from what I have tried and what others have said, it’s minimal. What you shoud be looking for is breathability. The type of fabric, your sheets, material and construction of the mattress. In my opinion, Latex is by far the best with this. Putting a nice 3" latex over some coils with a cotton cover and long staple, 400 thread count cotton sheet would be your best bet. Bamboo or tencel can also work. Our most popular mattress and what I sleep on is a 6" Talalay Latex core over 5" inches of certi pur 2.8 density HR foam. I also like a little bit more pressure relief so i have a 2" quilted pillowtop with only 5/8" of supersoft foam to give some pressure relief and not hinder the breathability.

Anyway, best of luck in your mattress journey. If you had other questions and wanted to reach out directly, you can give me a call at our showroom.

James C.
VP Sales
Shovlin Mattress Factory
w. 908-322-4178