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steve_sheldon's avatar
Sep 25, 2012

Best RV Queen Mattress

I fear I might open a can of worms here ;-) but do you guys have any recommendations for a good RV Queen Size mattress. I know we are all different, bit for instance I have had a lot of luck over the years with Sealy mattresses when not in my travel trailer. Now we are living full time in it, this feels like something worth getting right...

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  • I bought mine at "The Original Mattress Factory". The sales guy knew exactly what I needed, and they made me a short queen with a wooden bottom frame that was hinged, so I could raise the lid on the storage compartment underneath. Great Mattress and cheaper than a regular queen from the big box stores.
  • We got the upgraded Sealy mattress as an option and still weren't happy. We then picked up a 4" foam topper from Kohls (on sale, with a coupon and some Kohls cash). It's very comfortable for us.
  • The first thing we have always done is get rid of the rv mattress and swap it for the same as in the stick house. We just recently stepped up to a Sleep Number....WOW! We didn't get the RV edition, we bought the C2 that is on sale for $599 and it works great. The difference between the RV and home edition is where the air ports are. The RV ports go down through the base and the home go out the head. Some creative air hose routing and it works great! We're actually thinking of getting another for the house! (been camping in the driveway for a week...LOL)
  • We just purchased the Sleep Number bed for our fifth wheel. We have had one at home for a number of years and love it. Either side is adjustable so my wife and I can have whatever firmness suits us individually, and I do change mine occasionally depending on my needs, as I have chronic pain from some back issues. I know some will point out that they can be expensive but what is comfort worth? You also have to lower the pressure when traveling, especially when driving through areas that change elevation.
  • www.bedinabox.com
    foam mattress that comes shipped in a box. Bring the box in to the RV, open the box and carefully remove the plastic wrap and voila! instant bed. We bought the 11" deep RV Queen with the gel. Slept on it for 4 months and love it!!
  • Just get a mattress you would use at home ..I put a Simmiions in mine the day I brought it home
  • Why not just get a regular home mattress for your RV. Go to an 80 in length and you can byanythingyou would at home. Many of the majors make them in the short RV size as well but you have to ask as they usually don't advertise it. I know as i have been in the business for years and they have always been available. Another option is a custom shop or go to foan and just cut it to size with an electric knife. Remember a mattress is a personal preferance so whatever anyone tells you it is onlya advice. Just like all the best truck threads on the board. No real winner.
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    I use a regular pillow top made for a standard queen at home. The RV mattress killed my back