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Forbes
4 days ago
- General
- Forbes
How To Make Your Mattress Firmer: 6 Expert-Backed Methods
When it comes to the ideal mattress, some people think the softer, the better. While an ultra-plush model works great for those needing deep pressure relief, for others (namely back and stomach sleepers) it spells a night of back pain and stiffness caused by poor spinal alignment. If you find yourself suffering from the aforementioned ailments after a night of sleep, then you might want to firm up your mattress. Here are six ways to make your mattress firmer, including adding a mattress topper. Before you resign yourself to buying an entirely new mattress, there are several steps you can take to make your current mattress feel firmer, from adding a topper to simply rotating it. Below, we detail how to make your mattress firmer using six tips, plus offer further expert insight into who a firm mattress is best for. Here are six different ways you can make your mattress firmer: A mattress topper is an easy, relatively inexpensive way to transform the feel of your mattress, whether you're looking to add more softness or firmness. Firm mattress toppers are typically made from latex, memory foam, polyfoam or microcoils, which offer various firmness levels and their own set of benefits. PlushBeds Helix Sometimes poor firmness in a mattress has nothing to do with the mattress itself but rather what it's resting on. The right bed frame lends the proper support needed to maintain a bed's firmness. Depending on the type of mattress you have, a wood or metal bed frame can be supportive, although we recommend Thuma's Classic Bed, which uses a Japanese joinery technique and cushion-coated slats to support up to 1,500 pounds. (See our full Thuma Bed review to learn more.) Thuma Addressing the issue of a lack of firmness might require some investigating as to what's going on beneath the mattress. Slatted bed frames or bases that are older might not be providing the necessary support your mattress needs, causing it to sag, have an uneven surface or generally feel less firm than it actually is. The addition of extra slats, like the Zinus replacement bed slats , or supports help to redistribute the weight of a mattress, in turn creating a firmer sleeping surface. Certain mattress materials like memory foam are sensitive to temperature, causing their firmness to change based on how hot or cold it is. Memory foam becomes more pliable in warmer temperatures, softening to more easily contour to your body. Some might find that the mattress becomes too soft, but a quick and easy fix is to lower the temperature to let it firm back up a bit. Sleeping in the same spot night after night can start to wear on the mattress, evidenced by indents and sagging. Rotating your mattress so that the head becomes the foot helps to evenly distribute wear and prevent indentations and sagging that hinder sleep. It's generally recommended to rotate your mattress every six months, although the frequency can vary depending on the type of mattress, so be sure to check with the manufacturer if you're unsure how often you should be rotating your specific model. If you've attempted the above tips and still find yourself dissatisfied with your mattress' firmness and your overall sleep quality, it might be time to consider a newer model. 'Mattresses are designed to last for about seven to ten years. You will know that it is time to get a new mattress if you see a visible sag where you sleep,' says Andrew E. Colsky, JD, LLM, LPC, LMHC and founder of National Sleep Center. Colsky also recommends investing in a new mattress if you find yourself experiencing back, neck or hip pain caused by lumps and dips in your current one. Choosing the best mattress for your sleep style and needs can be an overwhelming process, which is why we've tested more than 150 mattresses firsthand to determine the best mattresses for all types of sleepers, including our top pick, the Helix Midnight Luxe. During our testing, we also found the Plank Firm Mattress to be the best firm mattress overall, thanks to its flippable design that offers two firmness levels. Plank You might think that the feel and the firmness of a mattress are one in the same, but they actually mean different things. Where 'feel' refers to the sensation of the mattress' materials (i.e. bouncy latex or plush, dense memory foam), firmness refers to how hard or soft the mattress is. A mattress' firmness is often rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and falls into either the soft, medium-firm or firm categories. Determining the right firmness for your sleep style and needs is key to achieving comfortable, healthy sleep. With mattresses that are too soft, your body could potentially sink too much, causing spinal misalignment that leads to pain and discomfort. On the other hand, a mattress that is too firm might not contour the body enough to provide adequate pressure relief. Not everyone benefits from a firm mattress, but several types of sleepers find a firm model works best for them. It's important for back sleepers to have the necessary support to maintain natural alignment and keep the hips from sinking too deeply (and thus preventing lower back pain). A medium-firm to firm mattress like the Leesa Sapira Chill, our top pick for back sleepers, helps prevent the back from dipping. 'If you sleep on your stomach, a firm mattress stops your midsection from sagging, which can otherwise hyperextend your spine and cause discomfort,' says Colsky. Similar to back sleepers, the best mattresses for stomach sleepers are medium-firm to firm. Like back and sleepers, sleepers weighing more than 250 pounds should opt for a firm mattress, or one specifically designed for them, that offers ample support to stop unnecessary sinkage and keep the spine aligned. The Forbes Vetted sleep team has over a decade of experience testing and reviewing mattresses and sleep products, reflected in our extensive content library, which includes everything from mattress guides to sleep product recommendations.
Tom's Guide
5 days ago
- Health
- Tom's Guide
PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress review 2025: Cooling and customizable support for all sleepers
Whether you sleep on your back, side, or stomach, you'll find the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress comfortable and supportive. While it's usually sought out by eco-minded buyers for its organic and toxic-free latex layers, many customers purchase this mattress for it customization options. Not only can you choose between three different heights, but you can choose two different firmness options and even split the firmness on a Split Queen or King mattress. Customizable support is a hallmark of some of the best mattresses of the year, with our overall top choice, the Saatva Classic, offering three sleep feels to choose from. Type: Organic LatexMaterials: Organic cotton, wool, natural latex, organic latexFirmness: 6.5 out of 10Height: 9, 10, or 12 inchesTrial period: 100 nightWarranty: LifetimePrice: From $1, 349 from PlushBeds If you've never slept on a natural latex mattress, you might not realize that latex is exceptionally breathable and wicks away moisture and heat as you sleep, thereby regulating your temperature overnight so you sleep neutrally. This is why couples love the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress. That – and its motion isolation capabilities are exceptional, making it so that you won't feel fidgeting partners or kids jumping into your edge support isn't great, but it's likely better on the 12-inch-height option than the 9-inch-tall mattress. At least it does a standout job in keeping your hips supported and spine aligned, and frees you from aches, pain, and pressure. Keep reading for our full review on the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress and see how it compares to other organic mattresses feature on our best organic mattress list. At first look, PlushBeds mattresses appear expensive, but they're usually on sale, making them one of the more affordable organic mattresses you could buy. It's not uncommon to see the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress $1,350 off, reducing a queen size of the 9-inch height from $3,349 to $1,999. Currently, the brand still has up to 50% off sale for their extended Memorial Day mattress sale, plus a further $100 off when you use the code MEMORIAL100 at checkout, which brings a queen Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress down to $1,749 for a 9-inch queen from $3,349. Here's the current MSRP and sale pricing for a 9-inch-tall PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress: There are quite a few organic hybrid latex mattresses on the market like the Birch Luxe, but the best comparisons for the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress would be the Essentia Tatami Organic Mattress and the Turmerry Organic Latex Mattress. The Essentia Tatami is quite pricey and doesn't have the same customization options as the PlushBeds and Turmerry organic latex mattresses. While we've seen some of the best luxury mattresses offer a year-long trial, PlushBeds' 100-night sleep trial is fairly standard. Shipping is free, but if you prefer in-home set up, you can schedule it for a fee. PlushBeds offers a lifetime warranty, making it better overall value than the Turmerry or Essentia, as they 'only' offer 20-year warranties. Sure, Turmerry is more affordable, but PlushBeds offers more bed size options like split beds and split firmness levels to best serve couples. PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress: was from $2,849 now from $1,349 at PlushBedsMost of the year, the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattresses is discounted by $1,350. Currently, the brand is offering up to 50% off mattresses as part of an extended Memorial Day mattress sale, plus an additional $100 with the discount code MEMORIAL100 (this deal is due to end any day now, though.) As part of this sale, you can get a GOTS organic sheet set, GOTS organic mattress protector, and GOTS organic pillows (which have a $799 value) for an additional $99. It's unlikely the mattress will be priced any lower than this, though it doesn't hurt to keep your eye on big holiday sales, like for the Fourth of July. You'll also get free delivery, a 100-night sleep trial and a lifetime warranty. Not many mattress brands offer as much customization as PlushBeds does for the Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress. Buyers can order it in 9, 10, or 12 inches. PlushBeds suggests that the 9-inch option will suit up to two people who weigh up to 225 lbs. The 10-inch option is better for up to two people with a combined weight of 250 lbs., while those that have a combined weight of 275 lbs. or more should go for a 12-inch mattress. Our reviewer tested the 9-inch-tall PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex mattress in a king size, and it suited her 5'5' height and weight of 175 lbs. That said she believes a 10-inch or 12-inch-tall mattress would look better on her bed frame and offer more support along the edges. Customers can also choose between two main firmness levels – medium and medium firm. There is also a dual firmness option of medium and medium firm for split beds. PlushBeds rates the medium as a 5-6 on a 10-point scale, and the medium firm as a 7-9 on a 10-point scale. We tested the medium-firm option and found it to have a 6.5 or 7 firmness rating. The PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress has an organic cotton cover that's soft to the touch and breathable. A small layer of GOTS Certified Organic Wool from Britain helps to naturally wick away moisture and heat along the top of the mattress. Below that thin layer is a GOTS certified organic cotton panel that prevents the wool from bunching. A natural organic latex layer provides pressure relief and cushioned support. It's free of blends, synthetic latex, and chemicals, making it Eco-Institut Certified. If you order a 12-inch mattress, it will come with an additional GOLS Certified Organic Latex Comfort Layer that's designed to offer pressure relief. The mattress' final layer is a GOLS Certified Organic latex support core. This Dunlop latex layer provides lower back support and structural integrity so you can enjoy the mattress for years to come. While there are handles along the sides of the mattress, if you ever need to move the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress, it's a cumbersome task. Not only is the mattress exceptionally flimsy but it's heavier than other mattresses because latex is naturally heavier than the materials found in foam and hybrid mattresses. At least you can unzip the mattress and remove layers if necessary to make moving it easier. If you've never slept on an organic latex mattress like the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress, you'll be surprised to know that it's exceptionally supportive. While the mattress is flexible, when laid flat on a bed frame, the latex does a superb job of keeping areas like your lower back and hips supported. Upon first receiving the medium-firm option of the mattress in 2021, our reviewer rated the firmness as a 7 out of 10. Since then, she's tested a wider range of mattresses and feels it would be more accurate to adjust the firmness rating to a 6.5 out of 10 on the firmness scale. The phenomenal pressure relief of the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex cannot be overstated Our reviewer sleeps on her back, stomach, and side, and finds all three positions well supported and comfortable when sleeping on this mattress. Although the top layer feels soft and cozy, her body remains atop the mattress and doesn't sink in. When lying on her back or stomach, her hips and lower back are supported. Even when lying on her side, there is enough give to the latex layers to allow her hips to dip in slightly and keep her spine aligned. The phenomenal pressure relief of the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex cannot be overstated. Our reviewer has suffered lower back pain and often is sore from extensive workouts or yard work. One night of sleep on the mattress, and she awakes feeling renewed and free of aches and pains. Our reviewer hasn't noticed any significant softening of the mattress or breakdown in terms of firmness since first receiving it. Perhaps this is because she regularly turns the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress. Pressure relief score: 5 out of 5 At Tom's Guide, we review our mattresses in line with our mattress testing methodology, which involves carrying out a number of objective tests to see how well a mattress might perform in terms of motion isolation, temperature regulation, and edge support. When it came to testing the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress, our lead tester has been sleeping on a king-size, medium-firm, nine-inch-tall version of the mattress since 2021. Not only could the reviewer run a number of tests on the mattress, but they could offer insight into how the mattress has performed overtime. Here's what we learned: It's unlikely that you'll wake in the middle of the night when your partner changes positions or gets in and out of bed with an organic latex mattress like the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress. Although our reviewer typically sleeps in her bed alone, there have been many times where friends, partners, or family members have had to share her bed. Each and every time, she marveled at how undisturbed she was by other peoples' movements. To verify her personal experiences, she ran a motion isolation test by placing an empty wine glass in the center of the mattress before dropping a 15-lb. weight 4, 10, and 25 inches away. No matter the distance, the wine glass stood firmly in place. This mattress handles motion isolation better than most on the market. Motion isolation score: 4.5 out of 5 Mattress brands have invested a lot in searching for cutting edge materials to keep their customers cool and dry all night long with many brands utilizing the best hybrid designs for more airflow or crafting cooling gels from a range of chemicals in laboratories. PlushBeds went the more natural – and organically clean – route, and the results are impressive. Natural latex has always been and will always be cooler and more breathable than any kind of foam or memory foam (or hybrid mattresses that utilize foam). This is because memory foam retains heat, while the open-cell structure of natural latex does not. So you'd be right to think that the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress, which has two to three latex layers, is one of the most naturally breathable mattresses you could buy. It also helps that the mattress is outfitted with organic wool, which has superb moisture-wicking properties and an organic cotton cover, one of the most breathable materials on the market. All of this results in sleepers remaining dry and neutral in terms of their temperature. Although our reviewer is not a naturally hot sleeper, she slept on the mattress during Texas summers where temperatures can reach 110 degrees. It's not uncommon for her house to remain at 78 degrees in the summer due to a poor air-conditioning system. Even then, she's able to sleep with pajamas on and under a thick comforter without getting sweaty or growing warm because of the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress's breathability. She's even saved on her electricity bill by not having to turn on the air conditioning until June! Rather than upgrading a memory foam mattress to come with a cooling cover or investing in a mattress that uses toxic chemicals to create cooling properties, you can enjoy cool and dry nights with natural organic materials like the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress has to offer. Temperature control score: 4.5 out of 5 A mattress with great edge support ensures you remain supported when sleeping near the edge, getting in and out of bed, and sitting along the sides. It also ensures long-term integrity and structural support. This is the one area in which the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress does not perform as well as we'd like. When placing a 15-lb. dumbbell in the center of the mattress or along the sides, the mattress only dipped half an inch. It should be noted that the dumbbell began to roll off when placed near the edge. When our tester sat on the sides or the front edge of the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress, it nearly dipped to the bed frame. For reference, our tester is 175 lbs., and she tested a nine-inch-tall mattress. The edges aren't reinforced so these results aren't a surprise. That said, she is able to sleep near the edge of the mattress and still feel supported without any fear of rolling or slipping off the mattress. Not to mention, in the past four years, our reviewer hasn't noticed any structural issues or breakdown along the edges. Edge support score: 3 out of 5 Customers overwhelmingly have positive feedback when it comes to the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress. In fact, there are over 4,460 reviews on the PlushBeds site and a 4.9 out of 5-star rating (May 2025). Perhaps a better perspective of how much people love this mattress is the fact that at the time of publication there was only one one-star review, one two-star review, and three three-star reviews from over 4,000 reviews. There aren't many critiques of the mattress though we saw a number of reviewers who describe themselves as having larger weights pointing out that the 9- or 10-inch mattress options weren't thick enough. At least, these customers were able to replace their 9- or 10-inch mattress with a 10- or 12-inch mattress through customer service. Despite our tester's feedback on the poor edge support, reviewers are split on their opinion of whether or not the edges are supportive enough. The split might be due to customers providing feedback on mattresses with different height options. Those who provided five- and four-star ratings agree that the bed is supportive of all body types and sleep styles, with many noting that the mattress improved the hours of sleep they got each night, and relieved a lot of pain in their body, especially in relation to their back. Others pointed out how they remained cool and dry throughout the night. The PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress is an ideal mattress for any kind of person. Sleep hot? It's comprised of organic latex, cotton, and wool layers, which are incredibly breathable and do a fantastic job at wicking away heat and moisture. Hate being awoken by your partner? The motion isolation capabilities are unmatched. If all that wasn't enough, it's incredibly comfortable, supportive of the lower back, and well suited to stomach, back, and side sleepers. According to our reviewer, the mattress relieves pressure and pain in ways that many other mattresses she has tested does not. While the edge support isn't that great, at least the mattress is completely free of toxic chemicals. You can sleep each night on this mattress without worrying that you're inhaling harmful things. At first look, the price may seem high, but considering it includes free shipping, a 100-night trial, and a lifetime warranty, we think it's more than fair. Currently, a queen is discounted to $1,849, making the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress one of the more affordable all-latex mattresses on the market. All in all, the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress is the perfect investment for those seeking a clean and eco-friendly mattress that will improve their sleep for a lifetime. The Essentia Stratami boasts a similar organic latex design, though unlike the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress it's free of wool or any animal by products, making it vegan too. In addition to being supportive for back and stomach sleepers, it's also naturally cooling and has great motion isolation. The price might make some customers pause, especially considering it only comes with a 20-year warranty. The Birch Natural Luxe is a medium-firm mattress made up of individually wrapped coils and layers of GOLS-certified natural latex, layers of Birch wool and an organic cotton cover. With a similar price point to the Botanical Bliss, the Natural Luxe is a mattress you'll sleep on top of as opposed to sinking into, providing just enough 'give' to accommodate side sleepers while being supportive enough for back sleepers too.
Tom's Guide
26-05-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Hot sleepers love this organic cooling mattress from PlushBeds — and now it's $1,600 off in the Memorial Day sales
Summer is upon us, bringing with it long and stuffy nights, especially for those among us prone to sleeping hot. One of our favorite beds for cooler sleep is the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Mattress, now $1,600 off after coupon code MEMORIAL100 at PlushBeds. That brings the cost of a queen-size to $1,749 (reg. $3,349) The entries in our expert-selected guide to the best mattresses of the year all offer a certain degree of temperature regulation. The PlushBeds Botanical Bliss achieves this with naturally breathable materials: organic latex, wool and cotton. PlushBeds has also earned a host of mattress certifications to ensure safety for your sleep and the PlushBeds have increased the MSRP of its beds by $100 since Black Friday 2024. The coupon code knocks an additional $100 off the discounted price of the Botanical Bliss, making it the best deal we've seen for it so far this year. Head below for more details, or browse our general Memorial Day Mattress sales for other great deals. PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress (twin): was $2,849 now $1,249 with code MEMORIAL100 at PlushBedsSummary: This organic mattress is made from certified organic and non-toxic cotton, wool and latex — all of which are naturally breathable. In our PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex mattress hands-on review, tester Alex says, "You won't feel cool or cold when sleeping on this mattress, but you won't be hot either — resulting in a phenomenal sleep." It comes in two firmness levels: medium and medium-firm. According to Alex, who's slept on the medium-firm version, it provides an ideal level of comfort regardless of her sleep position, and it was also helpful for her occasional lower back history: At full MSRP, the Botanical Bliss comes at a premium price — but a regular 50% off mattress sale means you'll never have to pay that. There's an additional $100 off when you use the code MEMORIAL100, which translates to a very generous $1,600 off all sizes. This drops the price of a twin to $1,249 (was $2,849), while a queen is now $1,749 (was $3,349). Benefits: 100-night trial | Lifetime warranty | Free shipping User score: ★★★★★ (4.9 starbased on 4K+ reviews) Plus, you now get a chance to add a PlushBeds organic bedding bundle including a pair of pillows, sheet set and mattress protector, at just $99 as part of the current Memorial Day sale. That's a $799 value. In addition to its outstanding temperature regulation, our hands-on reviewer, Alex, noted how well the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss limits movement transfer when sharing the bed with someone, placing it on par with the best mattresses for couples. You also have the option to customize the comfort and support of your PlushBeds Botanical Bliss mattress by choosing the desired firmness level (medium and medium-firm) and height (9", 10" and 12") in line with your sleeping preferences, mobility level and room space.
