Hey BR,
Congratulations on your new Hemingway mattress! It’s truly a beautiful line, although it’s a bit disappointing that Bedding Industries of America doesn’t provide all the specs. Nonetheless, their commitment to quality luxury materials is evident.
When it comes to shoulder pain or discomfort, the pillow often takes the spotlight. It’s a crucial component for a good night’s rest. Understanding whether you sink into the mattress or rest on its surface is key. Typically, a eurotop allows for some soft foam and sinking, meant to enhance comfort. Often that enhancement may cause your shoulder/s to sink too deep into the mattress. To counter that condition, the pillow can be used to keep your head and neck in alignment while supporting your shoulders, preventing them from sinking too deeply into the mattress.
Additionally, one question lingers: where do you position yourself on the mattress? While the materials are top-notch, one aspect of this mattress may have an impact. The Hemingway Coral Cover Eurotop features a coil-on-coil design (no issues there) with a high-density foam perimeter encasing the support coil layer ( potential issues). Exploring different types of edge support in----- this video -----sheds light on the nuances. It will become clear how the perimeter edge foam, generally made with high density foam, effects the feel and sleeping area of a mattress.
When manufacturers opt for this edge support style, there are pros and cons to consider. It’s plausible that rolling from the edge to the middle could yield varying sensations for each shoulder throughout the night. Perhaps you’re already noticing these differences (either conscienceless or subconsciously), prompting position changes. The video outlines potential drawbacks.
Two key considerations arise: the perimeter edge support foam, especially in relation to your sleep position and weight, and the suitability of your pillow for proper support and alignment. This thread on pillow importance offers valuable insights.
Fortunately, there may be solutions. Positioning yourself closer to the mattress center could promote a more balanced sleep experience, where you avoid the discomfort of the change in feel from the edge of the mattress to the coil sleeping surface. Additionally, opting for a pillow with suitable loft and firmness to maintain proper head, neck, and shoulder alignment is crucial.
I am truly sorry you are experiencing this discomfort. I will say that you are only a month in with the mattress. You may still be in an adjustment phase and you may overcome these discomforts.
All the best,
Maverick