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Serta Ultimate 4-inch Memory Foam Mattress Topper
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- “Serta Ultimate 4-inch Memory Foam” – Ethan
- “unbiased review” – jehdhun
- “AAAAAAHHHHH Yes...” – awheat2000
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Serta Ultimate 4-inch Memory Foam Mattress Topper
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Ratings Distribution
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[13 of 25 customers found this review helpful]
Serta Ultimate 4-inch Memory Foam Mattress Topper Review
Serta Ultimate 4-inch Memory Foam
- Causes back pain
- Hard to move around on
- Is not real memory foam
- Sinks in the middle
- Too soft
- Uncomfortable
Pros
- Develops cavity
Cons
- Primary bed
Best Uses
"I really think the general public does not know what real memory foam is made of. About five years ago I purchased a 2 inch memory foam topper from what was at the time Marshall Fields, the store is now Macys. It was made by a company called SLEEP INNOVATIONS. You can tell by looking at the material used how well the topper is made. It was really great, for five and half years I slept on this with an air mattress, and never had back pain, leg pain or any tossing and turning. The Ultimate 4-inch Memory Foam Mattress Topper is dense yes, but it does not "support" your entire body. Real memory foam should support AND cushion your body, not just cushion it. The reason it looks like regular foam is because it is, they use "fillers" to replace what's called Resin that make up the memory foam cells. They use molds to make this stuff and can fill in with ANYTHING to make it cheaper. As someone who has spent years of studying this stuff, I would not purchase this topper, as it will break down after just a few months, and not hold up as well as real memory foam. After just a week of sleeping on this topper I had, Back, Neck and Leg pain, and was tired all day long from trying to move around on this topper. All this topper does is SINK in the middle where your hips are. That is NOT what memory foam should do! If you test real memory foam, you will notice that when you lay down it won’t just "sink" where your hips are, it will HOLD your entire body, support your middle, back, neck and legs. This is a cheap knock off of the real deal, don’t waste your money! By the way, the manufacture can "adjust" the fillers for different companies, i.e. Serta, and that makes a HUGE difference in quality."
[12 of 12 customers found this review helpful]
Serta Ultimate 4-inch Memory Foam Mattress Topper Review
unbiased review
"i am some one who does a lot of research before buying an item. i read several reviews, sometimes more than a hundred before i decide on buying and item. i did the same for the 4 inch serta premium memory foam mattress topper.i will try to put my 5 month experiance ina concised manner.1) there is a bit of smell for a week. nothing great. if you use two bedsheets it is not even noticable.2) yes the pad looks pretty shady.it comes in a loosely wrapped plastic cover saying serta on it. tough to beleive i must say.3) the pad does a good job of relieving pressure points inititally. but over a period of 2-3 months the place where you sleep starts to form a permenant depression. that is not to say that it does not work .just that it is not as effective.i a weign around 175 pounds and my wife 110 pounds. there is a depression on both our sides so the weight does not really matter.i would recommend looking at some better memory foam topper if the budget allows it. of course they cost at least 150 bucks more. definately i would recommend at least a 4 pound density or more. 5 would be better. and yes the 4 inch is needed. it does not really get to the full 4 inches. about 3.25 inches fully expanded.so if you can afford. get a better one. but most of us looking for the pad are doing so since the entire bed is too expesive. if money is a problem then the serta is not a bad choice considering the above factors."
"I have a smaller memory foam topper that I love. There are plenty of alternatives out there. Ditch this dud and get a new one."
"Yeah,I would get on the horn with Serta, I bet they will replace or refund you for that defective topper. Please let us know the outcome."
"I just purchased this topper and from what I read from Serta it is a four pound density. The reviews stated the higher the density the better and they stated an average would be three anything above is better.Also this comes with a warranty so why don't you call serta?"
[24 of 24 customers found this review helpful]
Serta Ultimate 4-inch Memory Foam Mattress Topper Review
AAAAAAHHHHH Yes...
"I reviewed this topper and the suggested down alternative cover together because, in my opinion, you should not use this product without a cover of some type. I have only used this topper with the suggested cover.
Serta Topper Review
My wife and I purchased this because the typical coil mattress is too firm for my back. I have two herniated discs in my lumbar (lower back) and scoliosis. Lying flat on my back aggravates the condition. I typically wake up in the morning with pain and stiffness, and I have difficulty standing straight sometimes. Here is my review of the 4� memory foam topper after more than a month of use.
Packaging:
The entire package felt a bit heavy, but not as bad as I had feared. It�s certainly too heavy for the tape used. There is only one piece of tape on each end and it was already ripped. Better tape and more of it is strongly suggested. The item could have rolled out of either end. The only branding was the tape on the box and a sticker in the plastic wrapper, but then again I�ve never seen branding on a piece of foam. The box was less than three feet long and would fit easily in the back seat of a car if you needed to transport it (of course, once you allow the bed to expand you'll never get it back to that size - a machine is used to package it). The topper was rolled up and felt like an unbaked loaf of bread - kind of doughy.
Shipping:
The topper was shipped via DHL within a day of my order. It only took two days to arrive. The shipper is listed as Advanced Urethane Tech in West Chicago, IL. Tracking information was available and so I knew when to expect the package. The cover for the topper was shipped via FedEx and was sent at the same time. It came from IA. They arrived the same day. In summary, I ordered on a Sunday and was sleeping on it by Wednesday night.
Setup:
The instructions were very simple. Remove plastic and allow up to twenty-four hours for the foam to return to its original shape. This really took less than 10 minutes. We started on one corner of the foot of the bed and it rolled out to the head. It's folded in half before it's rolled, so flip the top half over to make it full size. This mattress fits perfectly with the suggested cover (place bottom part of cover on bed before rolling out topper and then flip the top over and zip).
Condition:
There was almost no odor to this foam (and we bought some stinky memory foam pillows in the past that stunk up the entire room for days, so we knew what to be afraid of with this much material). If you stick your nose on it and sniff you will detect a slight chemical smell, but you cannot smell this through the suggested cover. The documentation mentions a "Patent Pending Carbon" manufacturing process that eliminates the odor. The foam felt very spongy. Imagine sitting on your sofa cushions when removed from their covers. It felt kind of an awkward and sticky uncovered.
Quality/appearance:
It looks much like the picture. It has a light yellowish tone and the color is consistent all over. It is very porous, almost like Swiss cheese. It looks very good in the cover (and very incomplete without one).
Size:
Perhaps there are variations on mattresses from different makers. The topper one was about an inch or so short of my mattress on the left and right and about an inch short at the head and foot. Standard sheets will likely not cover both the topper and the mattress on your bed. We�re considering our options, which include getting oversized sheets or getting an extra matching sheet (with the elastic � don�t know what it�s called) and covering the mattress and topper separately. Over the course of several nights, this topper will travel an inch or two, which is not a big deal because it's pretty easy to straighten back up.
Comfort:
My initial impression was very good. We immediately placed the optional/suggested padded cover on it. The best description is that the topper is very plush. Lying on my back, my tail sinks down a little farther and the rest of my body creates a slight lift to the legs and head. This is kind of similar to a normal bed with 2 pillows under the knees and head, but not so extreme. The topper allows for a slight bend to the lower back and hips which is exactly what was being sought for the relief of my back condition. I experience a very plush, soothing sensation on this thing. It is not for someone seeking a firm, flat position. If two adults are sharing the bed, and they end up close to one another, they will sink into one large hole together and might feel trapped as they attempt to roll apart. This might happen several times per night as they move about in their sleep, potentially causing one or both to periodically wake up. We eventually adapted to this.
Requisite:
Buy the suggested padded cover. This topper really is not meant to be used without one. Memory foam mattresses usually come with some type of covering. The material could be sensitive to sharp objects (your belt buckle could snag it). You wouldn't remove the sofa cushions from their covers and sit directly on them. It's the same thing with this foam mattress topper. Before purchasing this item, I noticed the reviews for the cover were almost all positive, though washing apparently ruins it from what I read. If you treat the topper and cover like a mattress, you will use sheets. You cannot wash a mattress, anyway.
To sample:
Visit mattress store. This is the top layer of a two or three layer memory foam mattress. It's the functional part and feels exactly like one of the softer memory foam beds.
Testers' physical conditions:
Male (review author), 37, with two herniated discs in lower back and scoliosis, 6'2", 215 pounds. Female, 27, good health, 5'4", 140 pounds.
Testers' improvements after use:
I experienced significant improvement to my lower back, which is where the worst pain is from. The rest of the back is unchanged. My wife is still getting used to it but likes how it makes her feel warmer in our cold bedroom. She says the topper removes a lot of the stress from her back and she recommends it.
Response to other reviews:
I read through many of the reviews. I worried about the negatives. At the time when I was looking to purchase, most of recent reviews were excellent and almost no reviews were bad so I figured the problems of the older reviews had been worked out and I made my purchase. The suggested cover does make a slight crinkling sound like the liner on a baby�s bed, but I really only noticed it because some reviews mentioned it. This really doesn�t bother me, especially considering the comfort I experience.
Summary:
If you want a bedding surface which is plush, where you really sink into it, buy this. If you like a firmer feel, then don�t. As far as curing physical ailments, everybody is different so no promises. However, I can say it helped me and since many of the reviews agree with me your chances might be good. I do happen to like this very much and my wife is also pleased, so I�m going to recommend it. Be sure to get the cover or else it will be incomplete."
[7 of 7 customers found this review helpful]
Serta Ultimate 4-inch Memory Foam Mattress Topper Review
My 9th memory foam topper to buy
"This one was my ninth memory foam topper to purchase, and the second one from Overstock.com because their prices are so much better than anyplace else I have found for the quality and sizes available. I have a queen sized bed, and I was finding that the queen sized toppers locally available did not fit perfectly. The two I bought from Overstock.com were king sized and I trimmed them to fit my bed perfectly with an electric carving knife trimmed straight along the backside only. It is not hard to trim at all using an electric carving knife.
Before, I bought the Serta King Size 4-inch topper 3# density with the two free pillows. This time, I bought the Ultimate Serta 4-inch topper with the 4# density, California King Size. The only differences I can tell between the two is the odor is stronger in this last one and it seems to be thicker or sturdier because of the extra poundage of density. That extra pound of density does make a difference in quality. Febreeze or a lavender spray sprayed onto it a few times does eventually stop the chemical mustiness odor though. It takes its shape very quickly within an hour of removing it from the packaging. Spray it then on top and bottom and sides with Febreeze or The Healing Garden Lavender Spray (which is soooo wonderful to spray on your bedlinens for relaxation) and let it air out for a few hours if you can wait that long to try it. If you don't wait for the odor to air out completely, you will need to change your bedlinens every day until the odor is gone. It's not a pleasant odor at all.
I believe the higher pounds of density is what made the topper smell more, but it lays very comfortable. Owning several of these toppers is not necessary. Two of the Ultimate Serta 4-inch memory toppers is sufficient and sleeps as good as the most expensive mattress in the world. You can save a lot of money by purchasing toppers through Overstock.com. Be careful when cutting open the plastic packaging as the topper can tear easily, If it does, it will be fine once it regains its normal shape as it tends to heal itself. For me that was the hardest part, getting it out of the box, the plastic removed and up onto the bed to air out, and regain its shape. Still I got it completely done within less than an hour's time working alone. You won't be disappointed in purchasing one of these Serta 4-inch memory foam toppers with either 3# or 4# density. Just remember to buy it a size larger than what you need and trim it to fit your bed. Otherwise it will be a couple inches shorter on each side and if you don't have a headboard lengthwise it will be short three inches. You can use the piece you trim off for making pillows. Or make throw pillows out of the extra. I had one piece size 10 inches X 80 inches that I trimmed off one side which will make 4 pillows size 10 X 20 inches each, or 8 throw pillows 10X10 inches each.
Overstock.com ships your order promptly. Within a few days, much less than a week's time, I had received both orders in GA. I am very satisfied with the quality of products and shipping with Overstock.com.
I believe we all deserve the best we can afford to sleep on every night. With these prices, we all can afford the best. Sleeping on a Serta 4-inch memory foam topper is so wonderful it makes you never want to get out of bed again, and you toss and turn much less so your quality of rest is better. The memory foam conforms to your body's shape but quickly regains its own shape when you get out of bed. You never have to worry about your body leaving an imprint in the topper over a period of time at all. People have asked me about the heat factor in the summer months. The memory foam reflects your own body heat. If it should get too warm for you, all you have to do is change your position in bed and it is cool again, so the reflected body warmth is never a problem.
Memory foam also deters dust mites, so you never have them to worry about either. Give yourself a week to get used to your new memory foam topper. You will love it by then! You may never want to go on vacation again because your home bed will be so comfortable.
I do not have a regular mattress underneath these toppers, just a foundation and bed frame. If you already have a mattress set, all you will need to purchase is one Serta Ultimate 4-inch memory foam topper with 4# density. I now have 15 inches of memory foam to sleep on which is as good as it gets.
Thank you, Overstock.com, and Serta for helping people everywhere to be able to afford the best in quality at very reasonable prices."
[77 of 111 customers found this review helpful]
Serta Ultimate 4-inch Memory Foam Mattress Topper Review
Comfort!
"Wish I would have had this years ago! Would recommend this to anyone. Recieved it as a gift and purchased 2 for others as gifts."
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