Bedding Chic

Signs That You Need to Replace Your Mattress

Did you know that a worn out mattress can affect your health? Although a quality mattress can last for quite some time, it won't last forever. Here are some signs to look out for that indicate it might be time to replace your mattress: http://ow.ly/mQKyF

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Westin Heavenly Bed, yes it was heavenly

I stayed at the Westin New York Times Square on Wed. night and I was really impressed with the bed and bedding!  It was super comfy. I especially liked their down pillows.  It turns out you can buy the whole bed and bedding on their site: Westin At Home.

You can buy the entire bed (mattress, box spring) and all the bedding from $2,670 for a Queen size.

The pillow that I really liked is available in queen and king for $75/$85.  It's a 50/50 blend of European goose down and feathers.

Buying a new mattress

I'm thinking about buying a new mattress.  I've had mine now for too long I'm sure... I read online that you're supposed to replace your mattress every 7 - 10 years.  That seems excessive and wasteful, doesn't it?

My problem is that I want a normal, old fashioned mattress.  I think those 20-inch thick monstrocities are ridiculous. I like the idea of a natural mattress, but seriously those Hastens mattresses are just TOO expensive. If you have to "finance" a mattress, then it's just too expensive.

It looks like 1-800-Mattress still offers the old fashioned kind of mattress, like this one: CEO'S Private Collection "Whispers", and it's only $349.98 for a Full set.  Yes, unfotunately since I live in a tiny Upper East Side apartment I have to get a Full and not a Queen.  It's amazing how much difference just a few inches will make in a small space!

They also have a name-brand option by Sealy that is very reasonable, Sealy Posture Premier "Giovanni" Firm, $379.99 for a Full set.  It looks like this one would sit higher because the box spring looks thicker.

I'm not sure yet though.  I'm going to keep looking and I will report back with a review on whatever I end up buying.