Mattresses
Links
- r/Mattresses FAQ has good basic recommendations (which bed for type of sleeper, etc.)
- Best Mattress Reddit Users Recommend
- r/Mattresses
Notes
Beds for Side Sleepers: (source: r/Mattresses FAQ)
- Memory foam or hybrid mattresses are the best for side sleepers.
- Medium-soft to medium-firm. Enough support to keep your spine aligned, but that can yield to keep your pressure points happy.
Types of Mattresses (from ChatGPT)
1. Innerspring (Coil) Mattress
- Construction: Steel coils with a layer of padding on top.
- Feel: Bouncy and supportive.
- Best for: Budget shoppers, back/stomach sleepers, those who like a firmer surface.
2. Memory Foam Mattress
- Construction: Layers of dense foam that contour to the body.
- Feel: Soft, contouring, slow response.
- Best for: Side sleepers, people with joint pain, motion isolation.
3. Latex Mattress
- Construction: Natural or synthetic latex foam.
- Feel: Responsive, slightly bouncy, cooler than memory foam.
- Best for: Eco-conscious buyers, people who want pressure relief without sinking.
4. Hybrid Mattress
- Construction: A combination of innerspring coils and foam or latex layers.
- Feel: Balanced — supportive and cushioned.
- Best for: Combo sleepers, couples, people who want the best of both worlds.
5. Pillow-Top Mattress
- Construction: Any mattress type with an extra layer of padding sewn on top.
- Feel: Extra plush, soft surface.
- Best for: People who want a luxurious, hotel-like feel.
6. Airbed Mattress
- Construction: Adjustable air chambers (not camping air mattresses).
- Feel: Adjustable firmness, depending on inflation.
- Best for: Couples with different firmness preferences, tech-savvy users.
7. Organic / Natural Mattress
- Construction: Made with certified organic cotton, wool, latex, or other natural materials.
- Feel: Varies by type (foam, latex, etc.).
- Best for: Sensitive skin, allergy sufferers, eco-conscious buyers.
Local Stores
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- Tempurpedic, Sleepy's, Serta,
- 5703 Christie Ave Emeryville, CA 94608
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- Temperpedic, Helix, Beautyrest, Nectar
- 1099 Ashby Ave Berkeley, CA 94710
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- Tempurpedic, Purple,
- 3839 Emery St Ste 300 Emeryville, CA 94608
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- Sells Helix
- 730 4th St Berkeley, CA 94710, 510-558-0106
Beds
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Nolah Evolution $1595
- Hybrid (memory foam and coils)
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Nectar Premier Full $1,099
- firmness 6.5 / 10
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- Full $1,355
- Queen $1,445
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- Hybrid Queen $1,950
- zoned support
- polyurethane foam
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- $1,899
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- Hybrid
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WinkBed softer
- $1,499
- may have changed materials a few years ago - confirm recent reviews
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- Luxury Firm or Plush Soft
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Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt Adapt
- Tempur-Adapt lower end
- Full $2,299
- Queen $2,449
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Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt ProAdapt
- Tempur-Adapt mid-level
- Full - $3,299
- Queen - $3,399