Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

The mattress expanded from its shipping box to a full mattress seconds after opening. There was virtually no odor, and the little that existed was natural latex (meaning harmless to breathe), and it disappeared under a mattress cover and sheets. Be warned that the mattress is very heavy: about 160 lbs. This is a good sign with latex, because it means the material is generally longer-lasting. The mattress looks very well-made and should probably stand up to years of use. I prefer a somewhat cushy mattress. I probably should have ordered the soft version of this mattress. I sleep on my stomach with an arm under me, and the there was some discomfort on the pressure points most of the time. This mattress would likely be a good fit for back-sleepers who don't need a extra-firm mattress, as it supplies much support without being rock-hard. Side sleepers might do better by ordering the "soft" version of this mattress. Also, somebody who wants a really soft and cushy mattress might do better to find a company that sells a Talalay latex mattress. I solved the problem of the mattress not being cushy enough by purchasing a 3 inch "soft" latex topper from the same company. This added 3 inches of softness to the 2 or 3 already on the mattress and solved the problem. Note that if you are coming from memory foam to latex, you'll experience a slightly different feel; latex doesn't conform to your body the same way as memory foam, and it may take a few nights to get used to it. I will update this review as warranted.