Home Elia Queen Mattress Visco Memory Foam Mattress $279.97 Costco.ca While supplies last [Archive]

brucered

Mar 28th, 2009, 11:52 AM

While browsing the LIMITED TIME OFFERS on coscto.ca, I came across this memory foam mattress for under $300. Seems like a decent deal for a Queen size (King also), with FREE shipping. With costco, you can always try it and if you don't like it, just bring it back.

Costo.ca Item # 175345 (http://www.costco.ca/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=10317160&search=elia&Mo=1&cm_re=1_en-_-Top_Left_Nav-_-Top_search&lang=en-CA&Nr=P_CatalogName:BCCA&Sp=S&N=0&whse=BCCA&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&Ntk=Text_Search&Dr=P_CatalogName:BCCA&Ne=4000000&D=elia&Ntt=elia&No=0&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Nty=1&topnav=&s=1)

Get a great night�s sleep on SleepScience� Elia 20.3 cm (8 in.) pure visco memory foam mattress. The Elia mattress offers a soft sleeping surface with medium to firm support. It contours the body and relieves pressure points with its top layer of visco memory foam, yet supports the body weight with its supportive base foam. It also features a 5.1 cm (2-in.) air barrier in the middle of the mattress. Made of an enlarged cellular material, this barrier allows the flow of air between the top and bottom layers of the mattress to neutralize the temperature of the mattress as it absorbs body heat. This ensures optimized comfort throughout your sleep experience.

This is the perfect introductory visco memory foam mattress for those who have never slept on memory foam. The Elia has been specifically configured to offer a soft sleeping surface sensation supported by therapeutic support layers.

We bought the QUEEN and here is the breakdown for pricing
Queen Size Breakdown:

While supplies last.

Online price

Queen Mattress
Item # 175345 Standard $279.97 $279.97

Subtotal:
$279.97

Shipping & Handling:
$0.00
GST: (5.00 %) $14.00
PST: (7.00 %) $19.60

Order Total:
$313.57

they also have KING size for $314.97 after discount Item # 175344 (http://www.costco.ca/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=10317171&search=elia&Mo=1&cm_re=1_en-_-Top_Left_Nav-_-Top_search&lang=en-CA&Nr=P_CatalogName:BCCA&Sp=S&N=0&whse=BCCA&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&Ntk=Text_Search&Dr=P_CatalogName:BCCA&Ne=4000000&D=elia&Ntt=elia&No=1&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Nty=1&topnav=&s=1)

Azxster

Mar 28th, 2009, 12:08 PM

Any reviews? I recently purchased the Novaform for $650ish and it is the most comfortable bed I've slept in. Is this comparable?

brucered

Mar 28th, 2009, 12:38 PM

Any reviews? I recently purchased the Novaform for $650ish and it is the most comfortable bed I've slept in. Is this comparable?

very POSITIVE review of SleepSicence beds here, not the same model, but still a positive review for the company, which i just found here SleepScience (http://www.sbsleepscience.com/index.php): http://sleepsciencebeds.blogspot.com/2007/11/this-is-sleepscience-10-mattress.html

Our SleepScience mattresses have a 20 year limited warranty

Founded in 1993, United States based South Bay International Inc. is a large and versatile supplier of Visco Memory Foam products in North America. South Bay Interntational owns the factory that is the leading OEM manufacturer of products for some of the world's largest mattress manufacturers and retailers. In addition, South Bay International creates innovative products using 100% pure visco memory foam under their own brand names of SleepScience and ViscoKidz.

South Bay International is committed to continual improvement through innovation and continued research in the science behind its products.

molala

Mar 28th, 2009, 01:31 PM

Any reviews? I recently purchased the Novaform for $650ish and it is the most comfortable bed I've slept in. Is this comparable?

I can't find the review specifically for this model. But Visco's matress topper seems to have pretty positive review on amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_hg_0_5?url=search-alias%3Dgarden&field-keywords=visco+memory+foam+mattress&sprefix=visco

brucered

Mar 28th, 2009, 01:41 PM

i figure and 8" foam mattress shipped for under $300 ain't bad. i'll try it out for a few weeks, 90 days etc, and if it's no good, i'll just return it.

ChiGGz

Mar 28th, 2009, 01:56 PM

i figure and 8" foam mattress shipped for under $300 ain't bad. i'll try it out for a few weeks, 90 days etc, and if it's no good, i'll just return it.

Is there a 90 day return on mattresses though? I'd think it was something of a hygienic thing.

Also will I be noticeably hotter sleeping with this? Or is it better than a normal mattress. Heat is a big issue for me :/

molala

Mar 28th, 2009, 02:06 PM

Isn't it the return is indefinite? Mattress is not under the 90 days

chrisc2

Mar 28th, 2009, 02:13 PM

brucered

Mar 28th, 2009, 02:21 PM

Is there a 90 day return on mattresses though? I'd think it was something of a hygienic thing.

Also will I be noticeably hotter sleeping with this? Or is it better than a normal mattress. Heat is a big issue for me :/

it might be endless, but i should know within 3 mos if i like it or not. but yeah, if it starts to fall apart in a year, i'll be bring it back.

i think you can put it right on your old boxspring, at least that's why i'm hoping.

Falcon2004

Mar 28th, 2009, 02:32 PM

Have to try one at this price. I was looking at a topper the other day for $200.00. An extra $80.00 gets the whole mattress. If I don't like it, I guess it goes to my daughter.

Falcon2004

Mar 28th, 2009, 02:36 PM

Dammit... I couldn't resist and ordered the King mattress.. I can't wait to try it out.

The only thing is - I have an Ikea bed with slats, does anyone know if I need to buy some sort of box spring or something flat or can I put the foam mattress directly on top of the slats?

You are not suppose to use a normal boxspring with a foam mattress. you could put a piece of plywood on top of a boxspring.

to_munda

Mar 28th, 2009, 03:12 PM

Just ordered one.
Altho I bought a new mattress set last mo from Costco when they had it on sale for $500, I'll try this one & see how it feels.

brucered

Mar 28th, 2009, 03:30 PM

You are not suppose to use a normal boxspring with a foam mattress. you could put a piece of plywood on top of a boxspring.

that's what we'll do, until we get a proper frame for it or i build a pine one. it looks like it just needs to sit on something hard/flat. i'm sure IKEA or JYSK has something cheap.

costco.com sells the frame for it, but the .ca site does not.

i'd like to get a hold of the matching foundation, seen here (http://www.sbsleepscience.com/product_details.php?p_id=37):

this bed frame/foundtaion looks similar to the sold by costco.com with the mattress, and sells for $169/queen from ikea.ca:
http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/S79849900

thesober

Mar 28th, 2009, 04:25 PM

This was on sale in January for $400 so it dropped a lot since then. I ended up returning it (didnt try it), At this price, i probably would have kept it but i dont need it now.

sakeser

Mar 28th, 2009, 06:41 PM

Thanks OP.

Is this a really good price? I need to get a mattress but I haven't had a chance to do my homework. So, the question is, should I buy it "while supplies last"?

Falcon2004

Mar 28th, 2009, 06:52 PM

Its a good price! Not sure how good it is.
Return it if you don't like it.

I ordered the queen. I pulled the trigger quickly because of the
"While supplies last".

Maybe I am a sucker for a deal. I guess a lot of us on here are!

brucered

Mar 28th, 2009, 06:54 PM

Thanks OP.

Is this a really good price? I need to get a mattress but I haven't had a chance to do my homework. So, the question is, should I buy it "while supplies last"?

it's the same as the US price on costco.com, so it's a decent price as far as i can tell. i'm no mattress expert.

as far as the "limited time offer", i would say with costco, it's always better to "buy now and think about it later", that's what we did.

i don't want to find out this is a super steal, and say "i should have bought one".

sakeser

Mar 28th, 2009, 10:53 PM

yea that makes sense. Thanks.

I will order one tomorrow I suppose. I wonder if it comes delivered compressed or not. Anyone?

brucered

Mar 28th, 2009, 11:02 PM

yea that makes sense. Thanks.

I will order one tomorrow I suppose. I wonder if it comes delivered compressed or not. Anyone?

i'm guessing it will come in a mattress box, not compressed. but that's just a guess.

sheriffabc

Mar 29th, 2009, 12:04 AM

Any problems with allergies etc.?

jory29

Mar 29th, 2009, 12:28 AM

Should one use a box spring under this? Thanks, if anyone knows... :) Thinking...

rob187jj

Mar 29th, 2009, 12:32 AM

i bought it at $479.99 - $80.00 n got a price adjustment last week for the $279.99 price. i highly recommend it, been sleeping on it for < 30 days and its pretty good, especially considering the price.

and i put mine on top of the ikea slats as well (refer to $99 queen size bed :lol:)

and you would need slats/a box

rob187jj

Mar 29th, 2009, 12:33 AM

and it comes in a big box, rolled up and compressed. once u open, lay it flat on the bed n let it expand

sheriffabc

Mar 29th, 2009, 12:44 AM

What size of plywood are you all thinking of usinig? Should the plywood sit on the boxspring or on the bedframe where the boxspring sits? Or on the old mattress?

Ordered mine 12.45am Mar 29 - guess supplies still there!!!

that's what we'll do, until we get a proper frame for it or i build a pine one. it looks like it just needs to sit on something hard/flat. i'm sure IKEA or JYSK has something cheap.

costco.com sells the frame for it, but the .ca site does not.

i'd like to get a hold of the matching foundation, seen here (http://www.sbsleepscience.com/product_details.php?p_id=37):

this bed frame/foundtaion looks similar to the sold by costco.com with the mattress, and sells for $169/queen from ikea.ca:
http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/S79849900

Keigotw

Mar 29th, 2009, 03:28 AM

ordered one , hope is a good mattress
how long it takes to get a email confirmation from Costco after order?

shan

Mar 29th, 2009, 04:45 AM

anyone know where to find a good platform bed frame, similar to the "malm" from ikea?

-iD-

Mar 29th, 2009, 06:20 AM

How would one of these compare to the Tempurpedic Classic series?

Regards,

-iD-

creoledude

Mar 29th, 2009, 12:36 PM

http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=0&p=18176589

brucered

Mar 29th, 2009, 01:07 PM

http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=0&p=18176589

that doesn't sound too promising. :(

but like everything, personal tastes vary, so i'll try it out myself. if it sucks, it'll just go back. no lose.

i'm still holding out hope that it'll be a decent mattress.

sakeser

Mar 29th, 2009, 02:51 PM

brucered

Mar 29th, 2009, 03:04 PM

anyone know where to find a good platform bed frame, similar to the "malm" from ikea?

if you have basic woodworking skills or know someone who does, you can build a nice solid frame, better built than anything from Ikea of JYSK (CRAP), for under $50 and all the lumber should be readily available from HD

if we like the mattress, i'll be making the queen one found here:
http://woodgears.ca/bed/plans.html
http://woodgears.ca/bed/frame_no_matress.jpg

what are slats and why do you need them?

i was going to try and type something out, but this describes it better:
http://www.wisegeek.com/what-are-slat-beds.htm

shan

Mar 29th, 2009, 03:08 PM

brucered

Mar 29th, 2009, 03:15 PM

I just bought this platform bed which I think goes well with it for only $149

http://www.homedepot.ca/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CatalogSearchResultView?D=936928&Ntt=936928&catalogId=10051&langId=-15&storeId=10051&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&Ntx=mode+matchall&recN=0&N=0&Ntk=P_PartNumber

better read this review on that bed frame here before you put it together:
http://www.homedepot.ca/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CatalogSearchResultView?D=945352&Ntt=945352&catalogId=10051&langId=-15&storeId=10051&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&Ntx=mode+matchall&recN=0&N=0&Ntk=P_PartNumber

shan

Mar 29th, 2009, 03:31 PM

better read this review on that bed frame here before you put it together:
http://www.homedepot.ca/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CatalogSearchResultView?D=945352&Ntt=945352&catalogId=10051&langId=-15&storeId=10051&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&Ntx=mode+matchall&recN=0&N=0&Ntk=P_PartNumber

I read that actually...It's a one of a kind review. There are more reviews for the same product but different color/listing and overall it seems decent except for the mention of difficulty installing the moldings.

I can't build anything myself and can't seem to find anything better. I just want something very basic and cheap for my weekend home.

brucered

Mar 29th, 2009, 03:34 PM

I read that actually...It's a one of a kind review. There are more reviews for the same product but different color/listing and overall it seems decent except for the mention of difficulty installing the moldings.

I can't build anything myself and can't seem to find anything better. I just want something very basic and cheap for my weekend home.

sounds good. it sure looks nice, and if it is a little wobbly, just add a few reinforcements.

cn008

Mar 29th, 2009, 03:45 PM

Is the mattress too soft?

I bought the mattress top (http://www.costco.ca/Browse/Productgroup.aspx?Prodid=10319411&search=novaform&Mo=8&cm_re=1_en-_-Top_Left_Nav-_-Top_search&lang=en-CA&Nr=P_CatalogName:BCCA&Sp=S&N=0&whse=BCCA&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&Ntk=Text_Search&Dr=P_CatalogName:BCCA&Ne=4000000&D=novaform&Ntt=novaform&No=4&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Nty=1&topnav=&s=1) from costco. It seems to be a little bit soft.

Mr_A

Mar 29th, 2009, 07:05 PM

michelb

Mar 29th, 2009, 07:27 PM

Can anybody be kind enough to tell me that what are the dimensions of the box and weight that this gets shipped in ? If it's decent then I am planning to take this with me overaseas for my parents. Any information will be highyl appreciated.

Hopefully someone else can get you the exact dimensions and weight but judging from the 2" mattress topper, I think the only way you are going to take this overseas with you is if you build a raft from it and sail it there.

Mr_A

Mar 29th, 2009, 07:40 PM

Hopefully someone else can get you the exact dimensions and weight but judging from the 2" mattress topper, I think the only way you are going to take this overseas with you is if you build a raft from it and sail it there.

hahahaha :lol: I asked this question because I think I read that it came in a box compressed.

michelb

Mar 29th, 2009, 09:43 PM

hahahaha :lol: I asked this question because I think I read that it comed in a box compressed.

No prob and they do squish pretty well so maybe from the factory they aren't that big.

Actually I found it on the US Costco site and they say it's 65 lbs so it's not nearly as bad as I thought (judging from the 2" topper, I was sure it would be well over 100lbs). If I remember correctly, our topper box was something like 2'x2'x4'. I suspect that it would probably cost too much to bring this anywhere by plane but hopefully someone else will be able to give you exact dimensions and you can confirm that.

sheriffabc

Mar 29th, 2009, 10:32 PM

What thickness? and what size do plywood noramlly come in? Isnt the width not as wide a sa queen bed?

brucered

Mar 29th, 2009, 10:44 PM

What thickness? and what size do plywood noramlly come in? Isnt the width not as wide a sa queen bed?

from memory, i believe the biggest sheet of plywood readily available at HD is 4'x8' and it comes in 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 and 3/4"

sheriffabc

Mar 29th, 2009, 11:34 PM

from memory, i believe the biggest sheet of plywood readily available at HD is 4'x8' and it comes in 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 and 3/4"

True but what thickness would be ideal for this on top of a boxspring? And what to do if the width is less than the width of the mattress?

jory29

Mar 30th, 2009, 12:18 AM

True but what thickness would be ideal for this on top of a boxspring? And what to do if the width is less than the width of the mattress?

Good questions, sheriffabc, I would love to know the answers, too! Thanks for asking. Thanks to those who respond. :)

Justine

Mar 30th, 2009, 12:28 AM

Does costco deliver? And if so, what is the cost of that?
We have a little car, and the mattress won't fit in it.

Keigotw

Mar 30th, 2009, 12:30 AM

Does costco deliver? And if so, what is the cost of that?
We have a little car, and the mattress won't fit in it.

Costco.ca
Free Delivery

molala

Mar 30th, 2009, 06:09 AM

Costco.ca
Free Delivery

not everything on there is free delivery, but this matress is

brucered

Mar 30th, 2009, 07:04 AM

True but what thickness would be ideal for this on top of a boxspring? And what to do if the width is less than the width of the mattress?

i'm assuming you can put SLATS across your current bed frame, but if not, i'm just going to sick a 4x8 sheet of 3/4" ply that i have in the basement on the boxspring. i'll try it out and if i like the mattress, then worry about getting a proper setup for it. that should at least give me a good idea of how it's going to feel.

dsballer2000

Mar 30th, 2009, 08:29 AM

Been looking for a deal on a queen size mattress so I jumped on this. Here's crossing my fingers hoping it's better than any normal $300 mattress i could have gotten from some liquidation store. It's for my guest room. It'd better not be better than my $1500 mattress I have for my own bed.

animatic

Mar 30th, 2009, 09:59 AM

Ordered a King size! Needed a new mattress, hope this one is good.

Rome

Mar 30th, 2009, 10:25 AM

Hopefully it is comfortable.
Does anyone know if this is the same thing as the ones in the Hotels?
Sorry for the newb question, just wanted to pick one up just in case it ran out :lol:

Falcon2004

Mar 30th, 2009, 05:55 PM

It shows shipped already....ZZZZZZZZZZZ

brucered

Mar 30th, 2009, 07:39 PM

mine was shipped today as well.

Keigotw

Mar 31st, 2009, 03:51 PM

just got mine today @ work
it came in a brown box

did everyone got it this way??? in a brown box
it was shipped from Quebec
so for me is was 1 day shipping

Dangaa

Mar 31st, 2009, 04:41 PM

do you think the box would fit inside a car? might have to have this shipped to work then take it home from there.

t_mo_t

Mar 31st, 2009, 04:52 PM

yah, would like to know the dimension of the box too

Falcon2004

Mar 31st, 2009, 05:36 PM

just got mine today @ work
it came in a brown box

did everyone got it this way??? in a brown box
it was shipped from Quebec
so for me is was 1 day shipping

Did you open it yet? How long do you have to wait before you can sleep on it?

shan

Mar 31st, 2009, 05:55 PM

just got mine today @ work
it came in a brown box

did everyone got it this way??? in a brown box
it was shipped from Quebec
so for me is was 1 day shipping

Mine came the same way. The shipping label shows quebec but tracking shows that it's from concord ontario.

The dimensions on the box are 42" x 17.5 x 17.5.

It's been about an hour since I unpacked it and it has expanded to 6.5". It's suppose to be 8"...hopefully it gets there in time.

Keigotw

Mar 31st, 2009, 07:11 PM

do you think the box would fit inside a car? might have to have this shipped to work then take it home from there.

yah, would like to know the dimension of the box too

Did you open it yet? How long do you have to wait before you can sleep on it?

The box being brown and since it was ship with it, is kinda dirty dusty
I took the mattress out of the box (still compressed and wrapped)
it fits in the back seat of any car no problem

I just unpaked now, and there is warranty info inside, but no instructions on how long to leave it out
so will see

brucered

Mar 31st, 2009, 08:20 PM

Mine came the same way. The shipping label shows quebec but tracking shows that it's from concord ontario.

The dimensions on the box are 42" x 17.5 x 17.5.

It's been about an hour since I unpacked it and it has expanded to 6.5". It's suppose to be 8"...hopefully it gets there in time.

does it seem like an ok mattress?

chrisc2

Mar 31st, 2009, 08:26 PM

Boooooo! I was looking forward to getting mine today but now it shows:

CONCORD,
ON, CA 03/31/2009 7:38 P.M. THE PACKAGE EXCEEDED THE MAXIMUM WEIGHT ACCEPTABLE IN THE UPS SYSTEM

LOL! How did Costco/UPS not know about this problem? Plus it only shows it as 109 pounds... is that really the max of UPS?! Oh well, I'm not in a rush.. I have a place to sleep but I was definitely hoping to get it today.

shan

Mar 31st, 2009, 08:46 PM

does it seem like an ok mattress?

Yep, it seems good. I'll know better after a few nights though. It's hard to describe, but so far I like it because it feels..substantial

Update: few hours later and it still hasn't reached 8". It's at about 7" thick.

pipolchap

Mar 31st, 2009, 09:07 PM

To anyone who got theirs already... does it feel firm or plush?

sheriffabc

Mar 31st, 2009, 09:26 PM

just got mine today @ work
it came in a brown box

did everyone got it this way??? in a brown box
it was shipped from Quebec
so for me is was 1 day shipping

Lol mine also came in today in brown box - and it seemed like that had the packing tape all over it. Are these originals or are these returns. I havent opened mine yet today - will do tomorrow. Can all who received their mattresses give their comments on the packing etc?

Since I have not opened mine as yet I can take a pic of it and post it - if someone can tell me how to post it here!!

brucered

Mar 31st, 2009, 09:48 PM

Lol mine also came in today in brown box - and it seemed like that had the packing tape all over it. Are these originals or are these returns. I havent opened mine yet today - will do tomorrow. Can all who received their mattresses give their comments on the packing etc?

Since I have not opened mine as yet I can take a pic of it and post it - if someone can tell me how to post it here!!

take a pic, and upload it to ImageShack (http://imageshack.us/), then post the link here using the "THUMBNAIL SIZE/FORUM" link. it'll show up like the one below, then you click on it to make it bigger:

http://img119.imageshack.us/img119/3927/heatgun.th.jpg (http://img119.imageshack.us/my.php?image=heatgun.jpg)

molala

Mar 31st, 2009, 09:51 PM

Yep, it seems good. I'll know better after a few nights though. It's hard to describe, but so far I like it because it feels..substantial

Update: few hours later and it still hasn't reached 8". It's at about 7" thick.

My novofoam topper took a day to inflate....i highly doubt a matress only takes several hours

Lol mine also came in today in brown box - and it seemed like that had the packing tape all over it. Are these originals or are these returns. I havent opened mine yet today - will do tomorrow. Can all who received their mattresses give their comments on the packing etc?

Since I have not opened mine as yet I can take a pic of it and post it - if someone can tell me how to post it here!!

mine came exactly like the way you described, but I'm too lazy to take a pic of it an post it now :cheesygri

ZenOps

Mar 31st, 2009, 10:14 PM

Well, I broke down and bought a King size (72x84 inch?)

Its a pretty good deal - even if you don't have a costco membership.

314.97 + 15.75 non member + 16.54 gst = $347.26 cdn

Costco.com is $399.99US (after $80 instant rebate) which is about $200cdn more than Costco.ca once you factor in the exchange rate.

Looking forward to a "cooler" memory foam, velour top is a bonus.

Keigotw

Mar 31st, 2009, 10:21 PM

Keigotw

Mar 31st, 2009, 10:30 PM

Lol mine also came in today in brown box - and it seemed like that had the packing tape all over it. Are these originals or are these returns. I havent opened mine yet today - will do tomorrow. Can all who received their mattresses give their comments on the packing etc?

Since I have not opened mine as yet I can take a pic of it and post it - if someone can tell me how to post it here!!

yeah is like that, tape to hold the roll.
but the mattress is packet air tight

now if they are original or returns no one will know
since the company can recompress and pack it back
and will look like new

sheriffabc

Apr 1st, 2009, 11:35 AM

Lol mine also came in today in brown box - and it seemed like that had the packing tape all over it. Are these originals or are these returns. I havent opened mine yet today - will do tomorrow. Can all who received their mattresses give their comments on the packing etc?

Since I have not opened mine as yet I can take a pic of it and post it - if someone can tell me how to post it here!!

This is what the package looks like:
http://img22.imageshack.us/img22/4043/0104091124.th.jpg (http://img22.imageshack.us/my.php?image=0104091124.jpg)

This is the top of the package:

http://img22.imageshack.us/img22/9695/0104091125.th.jpg (http://img22.imageshack.us/my.php?image=0104091125.jpg)

creoledude

Apr 1st, 2009, 12:15 PM

can someone let us know if this is a firm or soft bed??

x97irp

Apr 1st, 2009, 12:31 PM

I was checking out this mattress and thinking of buying it, did anyone notice the density it states it is 3lb for the top layer. I was just doing some quick research and density looks like an important factor to consider when buying memory foam...
http://reviews.ebay.ca/Memory-Foam-buying-guide-by-Memory-Foam-Furniture_W0QQugidZ10000000000015197

Keigotw

Apr 1st, 2009, 12:45 PM

can someone let us know if this is a firm or soft bed??

when you sit on the side or corners of the mattress , it goes down, so feels soft... but when you sleep on it, feels medium firm , not bad

Keigotw

Apr 1st, 2009, 12:50 PM

can someone let us know if this is a firm or soft bed??

I was checking out this mattress and thinking of buying it, did anyone notice the density it states it is 3lb for the top layer. I was just doing some quick research and density looks like an important factor to consider when buying memory foam...
http://reviews.ebay.ca/Memory-Foam-buying-guide-by-Memory-Foam-Furniture_W0QQugidZ10000000000015197

from the above link
"THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT DETAIL!!! Density is not a measure of firmness, but a measure of quality. ILD or IFD is the measure of firmness that you should be looking for with memory foam to determine how firm the bed is. Tempur material has an ILD of 14. Sensus has an ILD of 13 and so on. Most memory foams range in firmness from and ILD of 8 to an ILD of 20. 20 is extremely firm, while 8 is extremely plush. Look for a ILD range from 10 to 15 for the highest level of comfort. You would want a 10 ILD foam if you want plush and 14 ILD foam if you want firm.
"

No from Costco Specs

Features:

20.3 cm (8-in.) memory foam mattress fits the dimensions of your bed
Soft, washable, velour fabric mattress cover
Mattress core top layer: 7.6 cm (3-in.) of 1.7 kg (3-lb.) pure visco memory foam, 13 ILD
Second layer: 5.1 cm (2-in.) of 0.7 kg (1.5 lb.) polyurethane air barrier, 22 ILD
Third layer: 7.6 cm (3-in.) of 0.8 kg (1.8 lb.) high-density polyurethane base foam, 32 ILD

x97irp

Apr 1st, 2009, 01:00 PM

So that means that it would be a low quality at 3lb density, but it would be a good firmness?

ZenOps

Apr 1st, 2009, 01:12 PM

This matress is rated at 3.0 lbs 3 inch top layer (the most important) It supposedly is the "visco" stuff, whatever that means.

Since the overall thickness is 8 inches, and the top layer is slightly lower density - its probably good for people who weigh under 180 pounds. You don't want to get too high a density foam (5 lbs+) if you are a small person - it will probably feel too firm and the extra support foam underneath will just be unecessary. Expensive high foam density and thickness beds are usually more practical for overweight people. Higher density tend to last longer too - but they are talking about the difference between 10 and 20 years normally so overall durability is subjective.

At least thats what I tend to read.

The air barrier is not an air cavity, there is no empty space in the middle of the mattress, that would just be silly. The air barrier is there to cool off the bed more than a standard foam mattress (the main complaint about foam seems to be heat retention)

I think this is a "cheaper" version of the ridonculously expensive 5.0 lbs sleepscience http://www.sbsleepscience.com/science_edge.php

EmperorOfCanada

Apr 1st, 2009, 02:47 PM

Thanks OP. Normally I wouldn't bother but because Costco is so good with returns, I figure it was worth a try. Ordered :)

Falcon2004

Apr 1st, 2009, 05:11 PM

Received mime today..Anyone sleep in it one yet?

crackrabbit

Apr 1st, 2009, 06:21 PM

Just put my order in can some people who have it already say how comfortable it is and the same thing with the returns I thought I'd try it out and see needed a new mattress

Keigotw

Apr 1st, 2009, 07:30 PM

did anyones reach the specified height yet? 8"
it has been 24 hours now and mine still only 7" high

brucered

Apr 1st, 2009, 07:32 PM

did anyones reach the specified height yet? 8"
it has been 24 hours now and mine still only 7" high

ours just came this afternoon, and i thought it was only about 7" when i got home from work, but i just measured it, and it looks to be right on around 8".

i just cut some 3/4" ply and put it on the box spring, put the mattress on and all the sheets. it feels alot better than when i tried it with the plastic on the mattress on top of my current box/mattress

we'll try it out tonight and i'll give a feedback tomorrow after work.

shan

Apr 1st, 2009, 11:10 PM

Received mime today..Anyone sleep in it one yet?

I had a night's sleep on it and it was pretty decent. Actually, my back was hurting a bit...but that's probably just the side effect of moving the old mattress and lifting the new one into place.

But seriously, I think it is really good. Might take some getting used to. The heaviest parts of you kind of form a ditch in the mattress after remaining in the same spot for a while, so if you're used to moving around a lot, you feel like you're moving in and out of the original ditch you created (sort of). It's kind of training me to just stay in the same spot which is something I'd like to be able to do instead of interrupting my sleep all the time by moving. Basically, if you know your best position (probably the position you most often wake up in) then start there and try not to move so much. But don't get me wrong, even when you do move around, it's fine. I think I'll be keeping it.

did anyones reach the specified height yet? 8"
it has been 24 hours now and mine still only 7" high

Mines at just about 8. I'm not really concerned about it anymore.

brucered

Apr 2nd, 2009, 07:11 AM

I had a night's sleep on it and it was pretty decent. Actually, my back was hurting a bit...but that's probably just the side effect of moving the old mattress and lifting the new one into place.

But seriously, I think it is really good. Might take some getting used to. The heaviest parts of you kind of form a ditch in the mattress after remaining in the same spot for a while, so if you're used to moving around a lot, you feel like you're moving in and out of the original ditch you created (sort of). It's kind of training me to just stay in the same spot which is something I'd like to be able to do instead of interrupting my sleep all the time by moving. Basically, if you know your best position (probably the position you most often wake up in) then start there and try not to move so much. But don't get me wrong, even when you do move around, it's fine. I think I'll be keeping it.

Mines at just about 8. I'm not really concerned about it anymore.

same here. it's going to take a few days/weeks to get used to, but i think i like it. very solid mattress once i put the board under. i'll have to put it to a real test tonight :D

Keigotw

Apr 2nd, 2009, 11:52 AM

same here. it's going to take a few days/weeks to get used to, but i think i like it. very solid mattress once i put the board under. i'll have to put it to a real test tonight :D
report back :D

dsballer2000

Apr 2nd, 2009, 11:52 AM

Well, I slept on this mattress last night on the floor of my guest bedroom. I haven't put together the $99 Ikea bed I bought. The previous post about "ditch" feeling is what i felt as well. I felt like i was kinda trying to roll out of a ditch from switching from my back to my side. I think I was just getting use to the mattress though. It really wasn't that bad. It was comfortable and I have no aching back so all is well. I have a $1500 mattress for my bed and I feel enough of a difference that i won't be changing mattresses with this one. I felt the foam one to be not as firm as I'd like it. It's hard to tell just from one night of sleep though. For $300 I'm glad I bought this mattress as appose to a cheap regular spring mattress. All in all, this baby is staying.

cannon_fodder

Apr 2nd, 2009, 12:03 PM

did anyones reach the specified height yet? 8"
it has been 24 hours now and mine still only 7" high

You may need to see your doctor... I think he can prescribe some pills.

bujanx

Apr 2nd, 2009, 01:35 PM

Man I hate UPS.

Eventually I will get to try out my new mattress, once UPS actually gets their **** together =(

brucered

Apr 2nd, 2009, 07:29 PM

report back :D

i won't report back on that, but i'll give you my review of the 1st nights sleep....

the 1st night went fine, had to get up early (530am) for work, so it was hard to tell, plus our kids were up a lot, so we were up and down, off and on the bed. overall, i enjoyed it. i think we'll end up keeping it, but we'll try it out for a few weeks and see how it is.

too hard to tell after 1 night of sleep on it.

Martin (deal addict)

Apr 2nd, 2009, 08:46 PM

You may need to see your doctor... I think he can prescribe some pills.

But then will you need to go back to the doctor if it stays up more than 4 hrs.

sumopak

Apr 3rd, 2009, 08:21 AM

Quote:
Originally Posted by Keigotw View Post
did anyones reach the specified height yet? 8"
it has been 24 hours now and mine still only 7" high

tying a brick on it will also give you that other inch, and maybe more.:lol:

colaaike

Apr 4th, 2009, 11:54 AM

Ordered a king - thanks!

brucered

Apr 4th, 2009, 12:04 PM

well we've slept on it for a few nights now, and i'm starting to get used to the MEMORY FOAM aspect of it. i think i'm going to like it.

Falcon2004

Apr 5th, 2009, 08:19 PM

Does anyone find this mattress too firm?

Keigotw

Apr 5th, 2009, 11:12 PM

Does anyone find this mattress too firm?

nah medium firm

sheriffabc

Apr 7th, 2009, 12:24 AM

Does anyone find this mattress too firm?

Yes in the centre - but rather soft at the edges

sakeser

Apr 7th, 2009, 12:39 AM

So what's the general consensus on this mattress? I am still debating whether or not I should get it without being able test it out before hand. I know I can return it easily through costco, but having to bring it in to a costco will be a huge hassle if I do have to return it. However, I need a mattress in the next month. Does anyone know if you can buy it now and postpone delivery for like 2-3 weeks?

ZenOps

Apr 7th, 2009, 11:46 AM

All foam matresses are softer at the edges. Some people even *cough* fall out.

Costco.com (US) does also sell the more expensive sleepscience

http://southbayinternational.com/costco/costcocarina.html

Which has "The wedge" which will help to keep you from rolling out. Personally for this price - I'd say just go with the kingsize and have the extra foot and just stay away from the edges.

icecom

Apr 7th, 2009, 09:48 PM

Tried it and personally I like it, very comfortable to me. It doesn't have springs, so no vibration at all. Thanks OP.

ZenOps

Apr 7th, 2009, 10:11 PM

Arrived in Calgary. Thanks OP, I can already tell its a keeper.

Weight of box is marked at 109 pounds, and they sent one woman out to deliver it.

7 inches and tried it out, it is a little bit firmer than I was expecting - but I'm a smaller person too. Was not expecting firm from a 3.0 lb. Does not get as hot as other foams I've tried. Not much smell either, they must have de-skunked it before packing.

Only complaint - Velour covering is meh.

colaaike

Apr 11th, 2009, 07:09 AM

I have slept on this for three nights. It replaced a foam (not memory) mattress that we have had for years. I find it very hard. My shoulders have been sore each morning. Might try the feather bed on top, but I think I want my old mattress back....

sakeser

Apr 14th, 2009, 09:23 PM

any more reviews?

shan

Apr 14th, 2009, 09:41 PM

I've slept on it 5 times now. I've had 3 really good sleeps with minimal tossing and turning and I actually felt more rested and woke up slightly earlier than usual. However, I had 2 noticeably, memorably uncomfortable nights as well and I'm not really sure why but think it had to do with my position. It's a bit firm so sleeping when sleeping on my side shoulders can get a bit uncomfortable. I'm going to keep it and I'm fairly sure I'll get used to it. It's about 3 times better than the no-name spring mattress I had in the room before.

Bottom line, if it's between this or a cheap spring mattress, I'd definitely get this. Get it if you're going to use it yourself and especially get it if it's for a guest room that won't be used a lot- because it will never squeek or get noisy and I think no one will tell it from a new mattress even 10 years from now.

ZenOps

Apr 14th, 2009, 10:27 PM

I notice the velour covering greatly reduces the effectiveness of the foam. Its pretty tight on mine, but loosened up considerably after a couple of nights. I can only imagine how tight it is on a Queen size.

If you want a softer bed - try taking off the covering entirely and just put on a loose cotton, microfibre or satin sheet that will move more and let you sink in more.

Sore shoulders usually means the pillow is too high, try a flatter pillow. I had to move to a very flat pillow, and drop the temperature another degree at night - and now its really starting to be enjoyable.

Might try no pillow at all tonight, or maybe just the pillowcase. If you sleep on your back, you should let the foam do the work, not the pillow.

Still on sale!