the good news about these mattresses is that bed bugs do not like them nearly as much as conventional mattresses. If you don't already have a problem you will be much less likely to have one with these mattresses

SkaTroma wrote:So how comfortable is it?

They r good for a month then the memories are gone. Go to price club or sams. Better mattresses. These R crap.....

knightry wrote:Does anyone know how well this mattress would do directly on the floor? That's how I use my current mattress, I just want to make sure this one won't behave differently somehow.

it fits perfectly on any floor

amshinkle wrote:the thing that is never mentioned but should be considered is that when you're getting freaky on a memory foam mattress if you're putting most of your weight on 2 hands and your toes you'll sink in. They're great for sleeping but not great for sexy time.

I laughed but its actually good info. Sounds like it makes for more of a workout then enjoyment. Well noted.

bigbadbowtie wrote:I laughed but its actually good info. Sounds like it makes for more of a workout then enjoyment. Well noted.

I actually think the mattress is much easier on the wrists and knees...

goatpunishment wrote:it fits perfectly on any floor

I typically buy the 8" Wally world one when we go visit friends to throw on top of the air mattress (and then return it when we leave)
IMO these are good for matress toppers but not as a mattress replacement.

as for sexy time... we didn't have a problem. And it does quiet up a noisy air mattress quite well. LoL

I have a Tempurpedic and I love every square inch of it.

msruru wrote:the good news about these mattresses is that bed bugs do not like them nearly as much as conventional mattresses. If you don't already have a problem you will be much less likely to have one with these mattresses

Just a note, whether NOTEworthy is up to you guys. Fleas: having a new puppy and a ten year old, meant the puppy had mud to it eyeballs and there was Listerine toothpaste in the bathroom sink. Looking at the situation, thought the puppy would survive the toothpaste. The poor little thing had fleas, that died immediately, instant death? really? I needed more proof...It happened in 1996, it does work. Listerine was made to kill germs, it also kills fleas, why not bedbugs?

ecolodge wrote:Can you provide the link to the 4" topper you bought? I'm currently eyeing a 5.3lb 4" topper on Amazon.

If you're looking at the Cloud 9 series be aware that the number 5.3 isn't 5.3lb. It's just a model number. It doesn't refer to density. I consider it deceptive marketing.

This is the 4" topper I have. It's 4lb density memory foam through and through.

Serta Ultimate 4-inch Memory Foam Mattress Topper

Also a lot of toppers have a memory foam layer on a layer of cheap foam rubber that are described as 100% memory foam.

The things I hate about memory foam, having tried it out:

If the memory foam is just below the surface of the mattress, I can feel the foam constantly adjusting under me with each breath. It feels like the mattress is very slightly moving all the time, but far differently than a conventional bed would, almost like "IT'S ALIVE!".

I have fibromyalgia and bought a Simmons Beautyrest with individually pocketed springs and deep pillowtop. Most comfy bed I've ever slept on. I had the choice of latex foam or memory foam below the pillow top. I ordered latex but I'm pretty sure they got it wrong. I have hot flashes anyway but this bed was far warmer than any I've ever slept on.

If you easily get too warm in bed, don't buy a memory foam mattress. Even memory foam pillows make my head sweat. TMI...

My only complaint about it is that it is so comfy, the moment I lay down, all I want to do is sleep, even if I was wide awake =(

how much memory can this store? Can I make a backup of my 3TB NAS onto this?

CaptainWes wrote:What kind of memory are we talking about? Is it going to remember that night I had too much wine.woot and added a little water weight to the bed?? YOU SWORE YOU WOULD NEVER TELL ANYONE!! Memory Foam never forgets.

That may be the first funny joke a wooter has made.

1-10 I give it a 9.3

Great stuff, "memory foam never forgets" well done.

I'm glad this mattress meets all flammability standards. My mattresses tend to spontaneously combust after 2 months of use.

npatel31 wrote:how much memory can this store? Can I make a backup of my 3TB NAS onto this?

You should backup nightly. It's based on older hardware so proper maintenance can take around 8 hours EACH DAY. Seriously save yourself the trouble and just never sleep again.

From the Overstock reviews, it seems that everybody gets a horrible sag in the middle after 6-12 months. Has ANYBODY here owned this mattress for more than 6-12 months, and comment on your experience with sagging? The overstock reviews are virtually 100% negative - all said it felt great at first, and then went bad. I'm hoping those are rare cases. I've seen a hundred posts on here saying they wooted this mattress last time and "its great," but there's no mention of how long they've had it. Feeling great after 5-6 months means nothing according to the reviews, as in another 5-6 months you'll be aching and in pain from dips and sags. So please, any veteran user comments??

I bought this the last time it was on Woot, probably 3 months ago, and it's already caved in. No issues with heat or with smell at all, but it's no good if you have back issues, which I do. The only way I would recommend this mattress is if you love super soft beds.

michaelgazin wrote:From the Overstock reviews, it seems that everybody gets a horrible sag in the middle after 6-12 months. Has ANYBODY here owned this mattress for more than 6-12 months, and comment on your experience with sagging? The overstock reviews are virtually 100% negative - all said it felt great at first, and then went bad. I'm hoping those are rare cases. I've seen a hundred posts on here saying they wooted this mattress last time and "its great," but there's no mention of how long they've had it. Feeling great after 5-6 months means nothing according to the reviews, as in another 5-6 months you'll be aching and in pain from dips and sags. So please, any veteran user comments??

I think it's true that these mattresses are not going to hold up like the $2,000.00 memory foam mattresses will. I would suggest getting it for a spare bedroom, but not to use for longer than a few years.

msruru wrote:I think it's true that these mattresses are not going to hold up like the $2,000.00 memory foam mattresses will. I would suggest getting it for a spare bedroom, but not to use for longer than a few years.

Exactly what I'm getting mine for. I have a latex bed for my master bedroom (absolutely love it too.) This one is going in the guest room. I figure it should hold up decently for just that.

dale380 wrote:Just a warning, I have this same mattress and it's tough on the hamstrings during sex (for the guys). Only a problem if you're doing doggie.

Otherwise, no sleeping problems for over a year.

Thank god, someone chimed in for something IMPORTANT.

radi0j0hn wrote:Does one get the impression that this is a fad that will be looked at in a few years the way we look at water-beds now?

I don't think so. Memory foam has been used for years in health care to prevent pressure sores (bed sores) and promote healing by improving circulation. It's improved the quality of life for millions of people. It's a mainstream bedding material with benefits based on accepted science. Until something better comes along there will always be a significant group of consumers that benefit from memory foam. Waterbeds were a fad because they were based on junk science and culture. They were extremely inconvenient too fill/empty, could develop leaks, and required a heater. Both types of bedding are plagued by questionable marketing techniques and deceptive advertising.

Is this a legit buying site? Was suggested by real estate teacher.

This is my first W00T, I hope it rocks!

Just adding my two cents. Bought this last time on woot. It takes a little while to air out, but once it's free of odor, it's amazing the type of sleep you get for the price. I had previously owned a $200 mattress from sleep country which kept both me and my girlfriend waking up with sores all over our back. I'm happy to report that all those aches and pains are a thing of the past, and all without breaking the bank on a tempurpedic(I would if I could lol)! I will make a few key points that might justify things already said but:

-This bed will retain heat pretty well. During the winter, that's a heating bill plus. In the summer, not so much. Easily remedied with a topper or some blanket buffer between you and the mattress.
-Haven't experienced any of the sinking/holes that don't bounce back at a weight of 180lbs.
-I've only owned this for a little under a year, but I've not seen any noticeable signs of wear.

All in all, a great deal, especially with shipping at $5.

I sleep standing up. Does anyone know if this mattress is more comfortable on the feet than a traditional spring mattress?

I bought this bed last summer and used it for about 3 seasons. I kept wondering why my back was aching. After seeing a chiropractor for 3 months, he was wondering why my back adjustments werent holding. We figured out it was the bed after I stopped sleeping on it for a couple of days. I went back to my 10 year old spring bed and back aches are gone! Now my memory foam bed is in the guest bedroom for some poor houseguest. Heehee.

I like to sleep on my stomach at least when I first go to bed. I wonder if it will be okay to sleep like that on this mattress. Does anyone know?

knightry wrote:Does anyone know how well this mattress would do directly on the floor? That's how I use my current mattress, I just want to make sure this one won't behave differently somehow.

I have mine directly on the floor. At first it took some getting use to. But now My husband and I LOVE it!! We had a horrible mattress before this and was desperate. We figure for the price WTH...and got it. Well, we are definitely happy with it. Also, All three of my kids LOVE it. I cant get them off from it! Good Luck!

mycommunityname wrote:I sleep standing up. Does anyone know if this mattress is more comfortable on the feet than a traditional spring mattress?

Don't sleep walk as it will feel like walking in the Gobi desert

buffaloed wrote:If you're looking at the Cloud 9 series be aware that the number 5.3 isn't 5.3lb. It's just a model number. It doesn't refer to density. I consider it deceptive marketing.

This is the 4" topper I have. It's 4lb density memory foam through and through.

Serta Ultimate 4-inch Memory Foam Mattress Topper

Also a lot of toppers have a memory foam layer on a layer of cheap foam rubber that are described as 100% memory foam.

Thanks a lot for the link. Looks like a good deal since I'm looking for a replacement top layer in my cheap Queen size component mattress I bought 6 months ago. I'm 240lb and tall, went for a cheap ebay 10" memory foam mattress, and now I am in a taco every night. The top layer is actually permanently creased and no matter how I reconfigure the top layer, it still tacos. So, I'm thinking if I can save some cash, buy a thick and high density top layer, I can keep the mattress alive that I have without spending a fortune for high density tempurpedic.

Not for everybody. It seems like bigger people tend to have problems. Im an amateur bodybuilder and very heavy. I bought a similar mattress and it gradually (over months) gave me terrible back pain.

coolekat wrote:Is this a legit buying site? Was suggested by real estate teacher.

No one's stolen my identity yet, everything I've ordered has come and if it turned out to crap, well, that was in the write-up. So far, so good!

will this work with my mac?

I noticed that I was charged sales tax to ship this to New York. I'm not complaining but I have not seen sales tax charged for New York before.

ecolodge wrote:Thanks a lot for the link. Looks like a good deal since I'm looking for a replacement top layer in my cheap Queen size component mattress I bought 6 months ago. I'm 240lb and tall, went for a cheap ebay 10" memory foam mattress, and now I am in a taco every night. The top layer is actually permanently creased and no matter how I reconfigure the top layer, it still tacos. So, I'm thinking if I can save some cash, buy a thick and high density top layer, I can keep the mattress alive that I have without spending a fortune for high density tempurpedic.

If the mattress isn't firm a topper isn't going to fix it. You might want to look into getting a bed board too. They sell fancy folding ones but it's a lot cheaper to buy plywood or particle board from a hardware store.

shlamele24 wrote:I've noticed a plethora of posts regarding the chemical smell, and I feel that the need to drop some Bill Nye for those interested.

The "chemical smell" associated with many new synthetic products is usually associated with unstable polymers (or plastics) used during the production of that product. Sometimes these polymers can be adhesives used to bind the plastics together, or the smell can result because of the crosslinkers used to increase overall strength. We see this on a regular basis with the "new car smell" we all love when we drive that brand new car off the lot. After a short amount of time, all of the residual unstable polymers will react, and the smell will be gone. However, because some of these polymer products that cause the smell "may be" hazardous to your health, I would definitly follow the advice given and let the mattress ventilate for several days before sleeping on it.

I am getting my PhD in a chemistry related field, so I have some experience in polymer science; however, I welcome any comments and/or peer revision to this post!

YUM! Offgassing!

thericochet wrote:Will any sort of platform or bed base suffice? I've read that's the case with memory foam mattresses.

I only have a Full box spring and am looking for a cheap platform to put this on top of. Would either of these work?

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Smart-Base-Bed-Frame-Queen-King/10924588

http://www.target.com/Metal-Platform-Base-Bed-Frame/dp/B002WSPSDC/ref=sc_qi_detailbutton

Or maybe something form ikea?

I have a platform bed with this mattress, it's great! I also bought the queen size for my guest room that had a conventional slat frame. We cut plywood to fit the bed and it is very comfortable. The best option is to place this mattress on top of your old box springs for maximum support.

buffaloed wrote:If the mattress isn't firm a topper isn't going to fix it. You might want to look into getting a bed board too. They sell fancy folding ones but it's a lot cheaper to buy plywood or particle board from a hardware store.

I bought the topper you mentioned since the one I have is basically done with. It's unusable. Out of all the options I saw, that seriously looked like the best option as far as cost/value. If it lasts a year I will be extremely happy. After about a year all I can conclude is that taller and heavier people need to spend a shiatload of money for anything to last. Those that are smaller and weigh less will likely have more options. Thanks again for your input!