Thanks for taking the time to share an update on your mattress … I appreciate it.
[quote]We went shopping for a mattress topper and we both tried several at a couple of local mattress shops. Again I liked the memory foam toppers, but they were too soft for my wife.
We settled on the 3" Organic Pure Latex Bliss mattress topper. Combined with the firmness of the T&N mattress, it is soft enough for me and still provides enough support for my wife. [/quote]
It’s good to see that your topper is working out well for both of you. Just for clarification and for the sake of others that read your post … there isn’t any organic Talalay latex so your topper would either be blended Talalay or 100% natural Talalay (that doesn’t contain any synthetic latex) which are both good quality and “safe” materials even though they aren’t organic.
Thank you all for your inputs, this thread has everything I ever wanted to know to make the plunge, and then some more
Makes it so easy for newcomers like me.
We just got our T&N King and it seems to sleep warm. We have a older style mattress cover on it. Can this cause it to be hot? What suggestions to get it to sleep cooler. It is on a box spring foundation. Cotton sheets right now.
Hello
I have been using this mattress for the past 8 days now…I sleep mostly on my back and sides…The first few days I had to get the lowest thickness pillow to get over upper back pain…I still feel the muscles sore but it is getting better( I think)
Now that i am getting used to the bed,on the days I sleep on my back for the longest time…I get sciatic nerve pain shooting down my leg…
I am 158 pounds,sleep for atleast 7 hours and exercise at the gym daily…so fairly healthy…
Has anyone felt the same pain?
Is this something to do with the pillow?Should I try a thicker pillow(need to buy one)?
Cheers
B)
If you have one of the older waterproof vinyl mattress protectors that don’t allow any airflow through the protector then they can certainly cause heat issues yes.
If this is the case then I would probably replace the protector. There is more about the different types of mattress protectors and the pros and cons of each of them in post #89 here.
There is also more about the many variables that can affect sleeping temperature in post #2 here.
It can take a few weeks in some cases for a new mattress to break in or for some people to adjust to a sleeping surface that is different from what their body is used to sleeping on (see post #3 here).
There is more about some of the different “symptoms” that people may experience on a mattress and some of the most common (although not the only) causes for them in post #2 here. Different people may have similar “symptoms” for different reasons. It’s not likely that your pillow is the cause of your symptoms.
While it’s not possible to “diagnose” the reason for any specific symptoms for any specific person except through some trial and error … it would probably be worthwhile trying a pillow under your knees when you are are sleeping on your back or a pillow in between your knees when you are sleeping on your side to see if it helps.
If the mattress is too firm for you then some of the suggestions in post #2 here may be helpful as well.
It seems counterproductive to purchase a “new” mattress that needs fixed by a topper.
Aren’t toppers usually used to make an “old” worn mattress feel different?
Why not find and buy what’s right? Close enough isn’t good enough when it comes to proper sleep posture. Just my opinion.
Adding a topper to a mattress that is still in good condition can be a great way to “fine tune” a mattress and add some additional softness and pressure relief or change the feel of a mattress. While choosing a topper can be somewhat uncertain (just like choosing a mattress) because finding the “right” mattress/topper combination can sometimes take some trial and error … once you have a mattress topper combination that is a good “match” in terms of PPP (Posture and alignment, Pressure relief, and your Personal preferences) then it can certainly make a great sleeping system. A topper isn’t much different from a pillowtop mattress except with a pillow top the topper is sewn to the mattress. It would also be fairly similar to having a mattress that used the same additional layer inside the mattress cover instead of adding it on top of the mattress although buying a separate topper and mattress will usually be more costly than buying a mattress that has the same combination of materials inside the mattress already.
A mattress or sleeping system will tend to soften and break down from the top layers down so having a separate topper also allows you to replace just the layer that is most likely to break down first or if your needs and preferences change over time.rather than having to replace the entire mattress. Because a topper will absorb some of the compression forces that come from sleeping on a mattress (which is the main reason why materials compress, soften or break down) it can also extend the useful life of the mattress underneath it as well to some degree.
A topper isn’t generally a good way to “fix” a mattress that is either too soft or that has started to develop soft spots or visible or virtual impressions because it will just “follow” any soft spots or impressions in the mattress. In most cases the best way to "fix’ a mattress that has materials and components that have started to soften, break down, or wear out is to remove and replace them (or replace the mattress) and not to add a topper on top of them.
They certainly aren’t “counterproductive” and like every different type and component in a sleeping system or different types of designs they each have their own advantages and disadvantages.
New to the forum here but after much research (between this site and a few others) I believe I am going to pull the trigger on the T&N 10. I have always slept on inner springs growing up and at the moment, given a recent separation from my SO, anything would be an upgrade from an air mattress
I would like to provide feedback when I have received my new mattress whether good or bad but I do realize how fortunate the return policy and 100 day trial is to making what I consider a critical decision.
Thanks to all who have provided insight and objective commentary which has made my search much more simple.
Welcome to the Mattress Forum! … and congratulations on your new mattress
As you probably know I think you made a good quality/value choice and I’m looking forward to your comments and feedback when you’ve received it and had the chance to try it out.
Same here. Moving house soon and need a new mattress. Thanks everyone for the info. Finally settled on the T&N after strongly considering Brooklyn Bedding & Leesa. Cheers B)
As you know I think you made a good quality/value choice and like the other members here that have purchased it I’m looking forward to your comments and feedback once you’ve received it and have had the chance to sleep on it for a bit.
Just adding my two cents since I used this forum a ton when shopping for a mattress, but I love my Tuft and Needle!
I purchased it with the thought that I’d try it, be slightly disappointed, then I’d upgrade to a Casper once my trial ran out. But, I’ve had no reason to return this one and I’m very happy with it!
I had been sleeping on an old IKEA mattress that served it’s purpose, but needed to be replaced about 4 years ago. I’m sure any mattress would have made me happy, but I’m quite happy with the T&N and recommend it a ton.
I sleep ‘hot’ and one of my concerts about this mattress was if it would retain the heat. That hasn’t been an issue at all.
Hey all,
My wife and I have slept in our new t&n 10 for 2 nights. The first night we both complained of back pain in the morning. The second morning I had no pain but my wife’s got worse. I’m the one with back pain issues and my wife has never complained about sleeping anywhere. I’m not sure how many more nights she can bear to be a zombie during the day because of the bad sleeping. How long is the break in period for most?
Also want to mention that this bed sleeps as hot as any other bed which is disappointing to me.
There is more about the break in and adjustment period in post #3 here. It can vary from person to person but it would normally be about a month or less (sometimes much less if the mattress is similar to what you are used to sleeping on). There are also some suggestions in post #2 here that may also be helpful.
While it’s not always possible to to track down temperature regulation issues for any particular person on a specific mattress because there are so many variables involved (including your room temperature and humidity, your sheets and bedding and bedclothes, your mattress protector or any mattress pads you are using, and where you are in the “oven to iceberg” range) and some people can sleep warmer on mattresses that most people are generally fine with … there is more about tracking down a potential cause or causes for temperature regulation issues (at least to the degree possible for a specific mattress) in post #2 here and the posts it links to that may be helpful.
