- Is this mattress good for side sleepers?
- Mostly no. The firm surface puts pressure on shoulders and hips when you lie on your side. Side sleepers usually do better on a medium or medium-firm mattress.
- How firm is it really?
- It is a true firm. Expect a flat, hard surface with little sink-in, closer to a firm innerspring than a plush foam bed.
- Does it work on an adjustable base?
- A 12-inch hybrid with coils can flex on an adjustable base, but check that the base supports a compressed bed-in-a-box mattress. A flat platform or slatted frame is the safer choice.
- How long until it fully expands?
- Compressed hybrids typically take a day or two to reach full height. Sleep on it after that, and give it a few nights to soften slightly.
- Does it need a box spring?
- No. A solid platform, slatted frame or adjustable base is enough. A box spring adds height but is not required.
- Who should avoid this mattress?
- Light side sleepers, people who want a soft pillow-top feel, and anyone who needs a long home trial before committing.
- Where is the LOVMOR 12 in Firm Queen Hybrid Mattress a Box cheapest?
- At Lowe's, for $316.90, as of our latest check.