Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I really didn't know what to expect from a box 'o mattress. I do know that the last time I had to shop for a mattress I found it such an unpleasant and tedious chore and the bed I ended up getting turned out to be an instantly regrettable lemon. So, this time around I wanted a lot less hassle and frankly after spending over $600 on a lumpy uncomfortable standard bed, this mattress sounded like a little bit of heaven. And, if it turned out to not be comfortable, at least I wouldn't feel like the same kind of chump I felt like when I spent over $600 on a bad mattress. ANYWAY... this bed is fine! I wasn't sure how to unpack it since there were no directions on the box. I had visions of the bed equivalent of an inflatable life raft unfurling in my living space, but it was a no drama affair. I cut away the entire plastic bag it came in so it could fully breathe. There were no fumes or off-gassing, which was a big concern for me when buying a foam mattress. I let the mattress sit out for 2 days just to be certain it was done doing whatever it is that takes place for it to adjust out its extreme compression and fully expand. You probably don't have to wait that long, I was just playing it safe. Some of the reviews have commented on the firmness of this bed. I wanted a very firm mattress and while this one is probably firm to most expecting a soft bed, I found it a little soft. I sink in about half an inch, and then it is firm. It is kind of a strange sensation that I will probably get used to. I bought a very simple wood bed frame from Ikea ("Fjellse' only $40 and the matching slats at Ikea were only $30 for a twin size frame). I really like the look of my simple bed frame and simple bed with no box spring. The last bed I had took up too much room and the whole contraption seemed over sized and kind of absurd. This new bed is a lot less bed taking up a lot less space and I recommend checking out Ikea if you, like me, are sick of looking at gaudy or cheap looking bed frames. My simple wood frame is almost Mission style and you can't beat the price. I have no idea if this mattress will last over the long haul, but for now I am loving it and the price is very reasonable. UPDATE: I'm a couple months into this purchase and it's been a great mattress. No sagging and nice and firm.