Brooklyn Bedding - Plank Firm Natural

I have had my Plank Natural for less than a year and I’m looking for a replacement. It sags in the middle and now it is squeaking after a move.

Seconding the plank mattress. I got the natural but I think they’re all optimal for cosleeping. Definitely firm enough and no tufting.

I like it! I’ve had it for over a year now and it’s honestly perfect. I heard it’s got slightly more give because of the springs combined with natural latex, but definitely firm enough and I feel very safe cosleeping on it.

If you truly want firm, you’re on the right track. The Plank is flippable and built with dense foams over a coil unit, so you’re choosing between firm and extra firm, not medium dressed up as firm. Brooklyn Bedding owns that line and builds it factory direct, so there isn’t a traditional Austin showroom, but that also means you get a 120 night trial to test it at home on your actual frame.

If you want to feel the mattress before you buy, start with a few local showrooms that let you lie down for a bit. One brand I point people toward is Brooklyn Bedding, they have a showroom in Orange County where you can try different feels and talk about what your back needs, and the folks there tend to know how their layers and coils work. Their Signature Hybrid and even the firmer Plank options are worth lying on if you’re waking up stiff.

Titan Plus might work but if you want something firmer for stomach sleeping check out Brooklyn Bedding's Plank Firm. It's basically the firmest you can get and flips between firm and extra firm sides. RV Mattress has the Dreamfoam Essential too in firmer feels. Either one keeps your back from sinking in like what's happening now.

Glad you’re back on this sub. I found you on MattressMod after you “left” this one. I’ve been lurking this sub for a couple of years. I must say that I got a little tired of Norm always raving about the Plank Luxe. At Norm’s recommendation I found a local store that had several Brooklyn Bedding brands to try out, which included the Plank Luxe, the Plank, and the Bear Hybrid all in firm. All were way too soft for me. I sank in (or my butt did) in all of them. I was looking for a firm mattress that didn’t feel like I was sleeping in it but rather on it. I’m also a mostly side and sometimes back sleeper. The guide about mattress firmness and side sleeping was a myth to me. I finally found my Goldilocks mattress. I was debating between the new model of Beautyrest World Class level four firm pillowtop and a private label store brand by Southerland. After reading your comments on r/mattressmod about the new World Class, I almost bought the Beautyrest. Both mattresses felt firm and supportive to me. I had a hard time choosing. I decided to go with the one by Southerland even though I had never heard of them before and it was more expensive. After the mattress was set up in my bedroom, I was admiring my new mattress and my decision, I thought I would look at the label to make sure I got what I ordered. The label stated it was a Grand Estate (or whatever the name was for the store’s private label) by Southerland manufactured by Brooklyn Bedding in Oklahoma! I was astonished 😧. I’ve had it for a couple of months now and love it. It was very, very firm when I got it but it’s softening a little now (or I’m getting used to the firmness).

plank firm is a solid choice. the titan plus core is another legitimately firm option in that same price range. Both from Brooklyn Bedding. Both have good trial periods, so even without trying in-store, you're covered if it doesn't workout. Returns are pretty straightforward

If you want actually firm, look at Brooklyn Bedding Plank or Saatva Classic in Firm, both are truly firm. For a topper, go 1–2” firm Dunlop latex, memory foam will just make it softer.

I went with PLANK. Two sided, one side firm (8/9), flip it for extra firm(10). Had it for a couple of years and is holding up well. I went with the hybrid.

If you run hot, I’d check out Brooklyn Bedding or Plank before grabbing straight memory foam. BB hybrids move air way better so you’re not waking up sweaty. Plank helps too since you stay on top of the mattress instead of melting into it. Makes a big difference at like 3 AM when everything feels warm. I’d test a medium-firm hybrid at home and see if it keeps you dry.

For that budget Brooklyn Bedding or RV Mattress are better value than Nectar. Factory direct so you're not paying markup. Both have home trials. About the FB Marketplace ones, prob overstock but you're gambling w/ no warranty. Buying direct is safer.

I’d look at RV Mattress first since their stuff actually comes in those weird RV sizes and holds up better than the thin pads most rigs ship with. If you want something with more backbone, Brooklyn Bedding has some solid hybrids that last way longer for full time use. Just measure your frame and pick a height that won’t slam into your cabinets and you’re good.