| Researchers of mattress products have done a deep | | | | Where to buy Air. In lieu of springs, the Sleep |
| research and they are ready to spill the beans on the | | | | Number uses inflatable air chambers to adjust |
| mattresses they saw. Reviews say the Simmons | | | | firmness with a remote control. Dual chamber models |
| Beautyrest line is the best overall mattress for | | | | allow two people to adjust each side of the bed to |
| couples. Each of the five products in the Beautyrest | | | | their own preferences—a bonus if one likes a |
| line has a no-flip design and the Simmons Triton | | | | firmer mattress while the other prefers a softer bed. |
| Foundation, which both help prevent mattress | | | | As with all mattresses, we read some complaints in |
| sagging. The Beautyrest line has perimeter edge | | | | owner reviews that this bed is not as comfortable as |
| support and pocketed coils, which minimize the | | | | expected, and that it is too expensive. Reviews say |
| transfer of movement from one sleeping partner to | | | | an in-store test is essential before you buy one of |
| the other. Those who weigh more than about 250 | | | | these. |
| pounds may need additional support. | | | | Where to buy Viscoelastic foam. We read many |
| Where to buy Singles and heavier individuals. Reviews | | | | reviews on Epinions from owners who assert that |
| say that if you don't expect someone to sleep next | | | | despite the lower cost, the Bergad Isoform is |
| to you, you don't necessarily need the pocketed coils | | | | comparable in comfort to Tempur-Pedic. But we also |
| on the more expensive Simmons Beautyrest. In | | | | read a number of disconcerting comments about |
| reviews, experts say the number one thing to look | | | | Bergad customer service, including concerns about |
| for when mattress shopping is body alignment. The | | | | unresponsive representatives and an unspecific return |
| latest Posturepedic mattresses help you to | | | | policy. Since you can't test this bed before you buy |
| accomplish that with heavy-gauge steel coils that are | | | | (Isoform is only available online), you should be very |
| hinged together for stability. Reviewers also say the | | | | confident that you want a foam mattress, which, |
| Posturepedic line is better for heavier sleepers. | | | | isn't for everyone. |
| Where to buy Viscoelastic foam. Tempur-Pedic | | | | Where to buy Budget. Reviews say Simmons |
| mattresses are on a bit of a rage. Many consumers | | | | DeepSleep innerspring line is the best choice if you're |
| like them, in reviews, medical experts and | | | | on a budget. The DeepSleep has a variety of |
| chiropractors do say the Tempur-Pedic foam bed can | | | | comfort levels, but the biggest difference compared |
| provide excellent spinal support, allowing your hips | | | | to the Beautyrest line is the lack of pocket coils. |
| and shoulders to sink in to the bed while supporting | | | | Instead, the mattress consists of double tempered, |
| your legs and waist. Proof that foam mattresses are | | | | heavy gauge coils, but they are not hinged together |
| healthier than traditional innerspring beds, however, is | | | | as on the Sealy Posturepedic line. The DeepSleep |
| lacking. Owners also report that foam beds require | | | | lacks the benefits of pocket coils, weight support, or |
| some adjustment time. They aren't as 'squishy' or | | | | other costly extras like a pillowtop. |
| plush as traditional mattresses, and some owners say | | | | So now you have no reason not to know your stuff |
| the Tempur-Pedic can feel cold or too firm. As with | | | | when your back aches for a new mattress next |
| all mattresses, an in-store test is a good idea. | | | | time! |
| Tempur-Pedic offers a ninety-day at-home trial. | | | | |