Mattress Advice

Welcome to my Mattress Advice Blog

Hi, my name is Tony and I have 29 years in retail mattress sales and management. In  the past, I've owned and operated multiple mattress stores and websites.  I've sold all top 10 mattress brands, along with many "off-brand" mattress models. 

Why do I need to write this blog, given the saturation of information that you can get pertaining to matresses on the internet?  Because mattress shopping can be confusing and even infuriating with all the different choices out there.  To make things worse, the mattress manufacturers assign different names for the same mattress to various retailers.  I'm going to compare mattress models of different brands, announce new product lines, answer mattress-related questions from shoppers looking for a good night's sleep and a fair price for their mattress.  I'll research questions from mattress shoppers regarding matching the mattress names of the same products.  Some top brands actually have up to 30 different names for the same mattress! I'll also match mattress "comfort levels" and mattress types to people based on their: sleep position, firmness preference and any health ailments.  Also, I'll have guest bloggers post excerpts of their Q/A mattress forums.

If you want to ask me a question, just post a comment on any of my entries, or go to the Contact section and ask me a question.  I will do my best to research your question and answer it as thoroughly as I can.

Stearns and Foster Russell Square

A recent caller from Long Island asked if we could deliver a Stearns and Foster Russell Square: Bobbi says, I am considering the Stearns and Foster Russell Square mattress and box springs. I am told this is an exclusive mattress to Sleepys but on your web site it says you can get other dealers mattresses. Is there any way of getting a better price on this mattress?

Answered by Jeff: The Stearns and Foster Russell Square mattress is the same model as our Stearns and Foster Kimberley. It is the first level Estate Collection mattress that uses a memory foam as its primary comfort layer. It is an exceptional value at any price but as readers of this blog know we guarantee the lowest delivered price. The queen is around $$1,599 at this time but we always give you more so we deduct an additional 10% off the price. Plus delivery is free, set up is free and there is no sales tax.

All Stearns and Foster Estate Collection models come with free delivery, set up, bed frame, and the best thing of all no added amount for sales tax. Give us a call at 877-454-3211 or visit us online at www.MattressHotlineExpress.com to view this model. We guarantee the lowest delivered price and every mattress is factory fresh, brand-new.

Question from Judy:

Hello,

We are looking for a nxg 400 plush. Have looked at slummberland outlet I am thinking that would be a 2010 model.also looked at Macys they say that they have it but it has a border around the edge to stabilze it. We are getting confused. Can you help?
Thank you Judy

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Answer:

Judy,

The NxG 400 appears in the both the 2010 and 2011 line-up of Simmons mattresses. The lower quality NxG 400 (2010 model year) does not have an edge support or handles on the mattress. This makes the distinction very easy, as it cannot be hidden.

Mattresses should have a "border" which is more commonly referred to as edge support. I think the confusion comes from terminology. Too many cooks spoiling the broth, etc.

Best regards,


Jeff Watters

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Simmons Breeze Port or Sealy Myrtle or Johnson Ferry??

Debbie writes:   Hi, I have been looking at the Simmons Breeze Port full set at Mattress Warehouse and Sealy Myrtle and Johnson Ferry at Mattress Giant. These will be for a guest room and two teens. (19 and 21 years old) Can you let me know which is the better mattress and pricing? The guest room mattress is very, very old, but it does still sleep well. The box spring fabric is the problem, tears if you look at it. If you know what I mean. It is a Simmons Gold. I do not know what year or century it was made. Thank you.

Answer: We have no information on the Simmons Breeze Port.  Is it a Beautyrest?  If so, iis it a Classic, Anniversary or Worldclass model?  If you can provide any additional information, we would be happy to research your question. 

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Simmons Beautyrest World Class Ladonia Replacement?

Question: I have the Simmons Beautyrest Ladonia Plush and want the comparable model today.  It was purchased around 2005 and we love it.  Any information would be appreciated.

Answer: I'm familiar with the Simmons Beautyrest Worldclass Ladonia Plush , which was the same as the Simmons Beautyrest World Class Carmel Plush.  The closest model today would be our Simmons Beautyrest Worldclass Clarice Plush.  Here's a complete list of other Beautyrest names the Ladonia/Carmel went by between 2004 and 2006: Simmons Beautyrest Merriam, Simmons Beautyrest Ravensdale, Simmons Beautyrest Ardona, Simmons Beautyrest Lahoma, Simmons Beautyrest Foxborough, and Simmons Beautyrest Sanctum. 

Simmons Gold Firm Pillowtop

Tony, I need your expert help! I just bought a bed frame at Thomasville Furniture in East Hanover, NJ. They also sell Simmons mattresses. So, for convenience, I ordered the Simmons "Gold Firm Pillowtop", but they can't provide me with any details on it. The model number is supposedly 59805-006-01. Can you tell me what Simmons series this falls into? I paid $1800, on sale. But, would rather pay more to get the right mattress. I think the new Black line may be more the technology I'm looking for. My current Simmons that I bought in 2008 from Macy's --the Felicia---is sagging after just a little over two years. Thanks, Robert

 

Robert, You are right.  There isn't much information on the Simmons Gold Firm Pillowtop.  Thomasville does this on purpose so that it's harder to comparison shop and they can make higher profit margins on their models.  It's pretty standard practice for them.  Your instincts are correct -- $1,800 is high for any Simmons Beautyrest model, regardless of what size you bought (even if it was a king size set).  You are also correct that you could do much better with the Simmons Beautyrest Black.  If you're looking for a firmer pillowtop, you may want to consider a Simmons Beautyrest Black Daniella Plush Firm Super Pillowtop.  That's a similar comfort level to the Gold Firm Pillowtop that you were looking at.  On a scale from 1 to 10 (1 being the hardest to 10 being the softest), the Daniella is a "5", which is a middle-of-the-road feel.   I regard the Beautyrest Black coil unit to be the best on the market today, and it will give you even better motion separation and support than a standard Beautyrest.   The Daniella also has a lot of high-tech quality filling materials (i.e., padding), like the Next Generation (NxG) memory foam, Renew foam, etc, which will help with durability and minimize body imprints.  Even though it's a little more than the $1,800, it's so much better quality and such a better value.    We offer free delivery, setup, removal, a free sheet set, and of course, there's no sales tax.  If you have any other questions, let me know. 877-454-3211 www.MattressHotlineExpress.com

Simmons Beautyrest Black Devon and Naomi

Tony,

My interest is in the Simmond Beautyrest Black Collection Extra Firm King mattress. Please confirm that Macy's (Naomi) and Mattress Warehouse (Devon) are the same as Mattress Hotline Express (Lexi) correct? Any other info you feel I need to known when considering where to buy from or other names this mattress is called since there seems to be roughly 6 names various companies call the same mattress. Your help would be appreciated!

Rich

Answer: 

Yes, that's true: the Simmons Beautyrest Black Lexi is the same as the Naomi as well as the Devon.  However, the Lexi is a pretty hard mattress.  On a scale from 1 to 10 (1 being the hardest to 10 being the softest), the Lexi is about a 2.  This is a good choice for a back sleeper that prefers a hard mattress.  However, if you sleep predominently on your side, you may want to consider the Simmons Beautyrest Black Desiree Plush (firmness level would be a "5"). 

We guarantee our prices to be the lowest, and there is no sales tax.   We also offer free removal, delivery and a free sheet set.  If you have any additional questions, you can give us a call at 877-454-3211.

Simmons Beautyrest Reviews

Q: I have not seen any Simmons Beautyrest Reviews on the Simmons Beautyrest Elite models.  I know they are below the Simmons Beautyrest World Class collection.  What is the difference between these two different classes of Beautyrest?

A: The Simmons Beautyrest Elite collection is not available at any retailers with the exception of Macys and Mattress Firm.  However, the Elite models should be at available at other Simmons retailers by early to mid June.  The Elite lineup replaces the Anniversary lineup.  I was very impressed when I tried out the new Elite Collection at the Simmons mattress show.  They have the "dual stage" coil unit.  The dual stage coil provides extra support once you get to the second part of the coil. These models also felt very comfortable.  If you have any questions, give us a call at 877-454-3211 or visit us online at www.MattressHotlineExpress.com.

 

Simmons Beautyrest Imperial - closest is the Darlene

Bonnie writes: We have a Simmons Imperial BeautyRest mattress which has been wonderful, but it is getting saggy. I would love another one just like it. What is your closest model?  

Answer: The Simmons Beautyrest Imperial was a second level Worldclass model which was discontinued in 2008.  Our comparable model at the time was the Carmel.  The closest model in today's lineup, which is also a second level Worldclass would be the Simmons Worldclass Darlene.  The Darlene is available in 7 different comfort levels.  Here's a link to our Darlene models: http://www.mattresshotlineexpress.com/Simmons-Beautyrest/

Simmons Beautyrest Calder

Linda asks: So what is the firmness number of the Beauty Rest Caulder Plush?

Answer: The Simmons Beautyrest Calder Plush, seen at Sleep Country, is considered a 4 out of 10 (1 being hardest to 10 being softest).  Our equivalent model is called the Geraldine Plush.  We offer free delivery and there's no sales tax.  If you have any questions, give us a call at 877-454-3211.

Simmons Beautyrest Black

Q: I noticed you carry the Simmons Beautyrest Black collection that is offered on the Simmons.com website.  It appears that the Simmons Black Sasha is the same as the Natasha.  Can you verify this because I would like to buy from you today.

A: We carry the Simmons Black national lineup, which is the models seen on their website.  You are correct.  Our Simmons Beautyrest Natasha is the same as the Simmons Beautyrest Black Sasha.

 

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