Which Latex? Component review help needed!

[phoenix]

Hi Kempster,

Like I mentioned the Dormio Majestic was a beautiful bed and for me it felt supportive/firm and soft at the same time it was like a “laying on a cloud”. We were close to the purchase and “steve” was very helpful in their store in Vaughan Ontario, Canada.

Thanks for taking the time to provide more feedback on your store visits and decision-making process. I’m glad that Steve at Dormio was helpful to you during your visit.

In the end we reviewed all the components of both Dormio and Natures Embrace Presto. Mario from MFC was very accommodating both in flexibility in our order and quick with responses. We are a little nervous ordering online without trying it out and without the trial period however some of the “value” we considered swayed our decision. With the multiple layers land ability to adjust firmness I feel the trial period is a little over rated. We chose Natures Embrace Presto as described by you in your post. With the additional promotion of the extra firm layer we were able to make that a plush layer, pay an upgrade for 3" instead of 2" and wrap it into an upgraded topper cover of pure virgin quilty wool, wrapped around 3" Organic Dunlop Latex in a 100% organic cotton GOT cover and a quilted wool organic cotton mattress cover. We also decided to go with two Twin XL which will allow me to go Firm MED MED (stomach sleeper with higher BMI) and my wife Firm SOFT SOFT (side sleeper).

Everyone has different levels of sensitivity and many are “comfortable” with little or no exchange period, especially when able to try something, or something similar, in person. It’s all part of one’s personal value equation that I frequently mention. And congratulations on your new mattress purchase! :cheer: You certainly made a good quality/value choice.

We me order the second wool topper in attempts to get a similar feel to Dormio. Any suggestions or min requireents we should be looking at for a wool topper?

There is more information about wool toppers, the change they can make to a mattress, and some good sources of which I am aware, in post #8 here. As you already have a good reference point, this can be assistive when you speak with other wool topper providers and try to approximate what you sampled earlier.

We also will have to purchase a split king adjustable bed. Prices seem to range from 1100.00 to 7000.00 any feedback on what to look for in the adjustable frame? ie min motor size, must have features or min weight capacity?

There is more information about choosing an adjustable bed in post #3 here and the main adjustable bed topic that it links to that can help you choose an adjustable bed based on price vs features comparisons and also includes some retailers that you can use as good sources of information about the features of the adjustable beds they carry and as pricing references as well (in post #6 in the main adjustable bed topic). Of course there are many other sources as well and prices can change on a regular basis so I would also include some internet searching in your research. I would also keep in mind that online advertised prices are often price controlled so make sure you call the stores you are considering to find out their best prices rather than just looking at websites.

I would consider all the major adjustable bed manufacturers to be closely comparable in terms of reliability so I would use price and feature comparisons to choose between them. I would also give some careful consideration to the type of features that you may find useful over a longer period of time because some of the features they offer may seem very “enticing” when you are shopping but some people may find that they don’t use them as much as they thought they would once the novelty has worn off. There are also some comments about extended warranties for adjustable beds in this topic that may be helpful.

Weight ratings vary by manufacturer. Some will rate their motors, others will give a total lift capacity, some will provide a total load limit. With any specific weight capacity questions, I would contact the manufacturer directly or a knowledgeable retailer.

This site and the time you put into has helped many of us see the light and empower us to educate ourselves in pursuit of our restful slumber. I have recommended your site to at least 5 other families in a short period of time.

Thank you very much for the kind words, and spreading the word!

I know MFC and DORMIO are both “friends/members” of the site. Both were helpful to deal with. Dormio appeared to have a great product and after our Natures Embrace from MFC arrives we will be able to comment on that too.

I appreciate your feedback on both companies and the products you tested, and I’m looking forward to learning about your future decision on a power foundation and your opinion on your mattress once you’ve had a chance to sleep upon it for a while.

Phoenix