Have a safe holiday

December 25, 2009

We’re closed today but want to wish everyone a happy holiday season. Our experts will be back tomorrow to answer any questions you have. Our hours are a little shorter than normal, 10am-4pm EST, but we’ll return any calls/emails as soon as we’re back in the office.

Until then, check out a couple of shots from our holiday party last weekend:

Team Photos

Holiday party fun


Largo Odyssey Daybed

December 24, 2009

From Leslie -
I am interested in the Largo Odyssey Daybed. Could you please tell me the width and length?

Hi Leslie,
The overall length of the daybed will be 81″ and the width should be 42″ for the Largo Odyssey Daybed.


Buying a mattress for children

December 23, 2009

From Rob -
I have a 5 year old son and I am just now converting his bed from a toddler to a full and need help with choosing an appropriate mattress and
box spring for him. I would like for it to be comfortable and last but price is a concern.

Hi Rob,
Typically, children will need a firmer support system, so a tight top mattress (firm or plush) is a better choice than a very soft mattress like
an ultra plush or pillow top mattress. We do have the Simmons Kids Line available which is designed specifically for children. If you do not like any of those mattresses, then any brand will do provided you select a tight top mattress.


Platform Bed Mattress

December 22, 2009

From Tom -
I have been prowling the internet, shopping for a ultra modern platform bed and I have settled in on buying from you. Before I take the plunge I have some questions. Do you seriously compromise comfort going with a platform bed? I currently sleep on a high end Stearns & Foster that is very comfortable, however it is now 10 years old so I’m going to buy something. The only reason I want a platform bed is I like the way it looks. Do you use a special type of mattress? My mattress looks appreciably thicker than the ones shown with platform beds. I realize you don’t use a box spring. Will that fact alone effect comfort? I like the way the Asian models look but I think I’d screw up that look if I used a mattress like the one I currently use. Are there mattresses specially made to be used with these beds? I’m completely confused. Can you enlighten me?

Hi Tom,
When using a platform bed, you can use any type of mattress that you like.
The only difference a platform bed will make is that it will firm up the feel of the mattress slightly since the platform does not flex as a box
spring would. Otherwise, any mattress will do and it will just be your preference on the height of the mattress since you will not be using a box
spring.


Polytop Upgrade

December 21, 2009

From Joelle-
Is the polytop upgrade that comes with the Astoria daybed from Leggett & Platt?
If so, is it 160PNE-polytop?
Is the trundle popup that comes with the Astoria daybed from Leggett & Platt?
Is it model 66P? (helically suspended polytop)

Hi Joelle,
Both our polytop and pop-up trundle are from Leggett and Platt. The Trundle item # is 66P and the polytop # is 160PNE.


Full XL Mattress Size

December 20, 2009

From Meg -
I need a full XL but can’t find any on your web site. do you have any and what is price?

Hi Meg,
All of our brands except Stearns & Foster and Serta, offer a Full XL size and those are usually sold at the queen size price. Any of the Sealy or Simmons mattress sets can be offered to you in the size that you are looking for. You would need to speak with any of our non-commissioned sales
reps over the phone to place your order since Full XL size is not offered online. Call us at 1-800-455-1052 and we’d be happy to help.


Individual Coils in Mattresses

December 19, 2009

From Patrick -
I am looking for a king matress and box spring set. I have some issues after a car accident. I currently have a simmon beautyrest. Could you recommend king sets that have the individual springs. I am having a hard time determining which ones are that configuration. Thanks.

Hi Patrick,
All Simmons Beautyrest and all Stearns & Foster mattress sets will have individually pocketed coils. Also, the http://www.us-mattress.com/simmons-nxg.html line will have individually pocketed coils along with memory foam for a hybrid style bed that is both inner-spring and memory foam.


Simmons Beautyrest Felicity

December 18, 2009

From Diane -
At a recent stay at Harrah’s Atlantic City we slept on a Simmons Beautyrest King mattress and had a Superb night’s sleep and rest. The mattress tag noted Simmons Beautyrest World Class Felicity C Super Pillowtop 30299X SF344. Please advise if this bed/mattress is available for sale to the general public and if so where.

Hi Diane,
The Simmons Beautyrest World Class Felicity for hotels is the exact same as what we call the Lusaka at our store.


Futon Finishes

December 17, 2009

From Holly -
I Have a question about the Elite Portofino Futon. It comes in two finishes: Golden Oak and Honey Oak. You show two pictures with the two different colors but the finish is not listed with the picture and I don’t know which frame is Golden Oak and which one is Honey Oak. Could you please label to show which color goes with each finish? THanks.

Hi Holly,
The Golden Oak is the darker one and the Honey Oak is the lighter more yellow wood finish.


Soften a Mattress

December 16, 2009

From Ed -
Just a quick note to let you know that our new mattress has arrived and we are very happy with the mattress and the overall buying and shipping
process. One question that I do have concerns the comfort scale. For the mattress I bought the web page listed the comfort scale as a 6. My
assessment is that it is closer to a 2 or 3. I understand the terms of my purchase and I an very happy with the mattress. I was wondering if you had
any suggestions as to what could be done to soften the comfort of the mattress. Thanks for your help with this matter.

Hi Ed,

The comfort scale is somewhat subjective but keep in mind that the mattress will soften up over time. However if you would like to increase the softness immediately, you can add a topper to the surface of the mattress.
There are various foam toppers ranging from basic egg crate polyurethane, to visco memory foam, and latex foam.