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Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress Review: Test Lab Ratings
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The aptly named Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress offers dependable support. This extra reinforcement should appeal to most back and stomach sleepers and people over 230 pounds.
- Robust support for back/stomach sleepers and people over 230 pounds
- Dependable lumbar support to alleviate back pain
- Competitive price-point for a hybrid
- Too firm for most side sleepers
- Shipping only available to the East Coast
Raymour & Flanigan is a family-owned mattress and furniture company with over 140 brick-and-mortar stores in the northeastern U.S. The Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress is part of the company’s in-house mattress line. These mattresses are available both online and in the company’s brick-and-morter showrooms.
The 12.5-inch Extra Firm Mattress is designed to meet the needs of sleepers who benefit from extra support. On our firmness scale of 1-10, it rates as a 7, giving it sturdy reinforcement while maintaining a touch of inviting softness on the surface.
Our testing team evaluated this mattress, including its design, materials, and performance. We’ll go over the results of that testing to help you decide if this Raymour & Flanigan mattress is right for you.
SMART MATCHING
Is the Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Right for You?
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TEST LAB RATINGS
How the Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Scored
Motion Isolation7.0/10
Our testing team found that the Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress was about average at isolating motion.
The top layer of foam absorbs some vibrations, but the firm feel and bouncy coils contribute to a moderate “ripple effect.” In practice, this means that you can expect to feel some light movement if your bed partner is tossing and turning or getting in and out of bed.
For most people, this mattress has enough motion isolation to limit sleep disruptions. But light sleepers may prefer a mattress with a material better known for motion isolation (such as memory foam).
Jeremy Klein, Product Testing Manager: While the vibrations weren’t too bothersome for me, I could clearly notice when there was movement on the other half of this mattress.
Pressure Relief7.0/10
Our testing for pressure relief yielded mixed results, leading to an average rating for the Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress.
On one hand, this mattress can feel too firm to many sleepers. It doesn’t closely conform to the body, which can result in pressure buildup around sensitive joints like the shoulders and hips, especially for side sleepers.
On the other hand, back and stomach sleepers and people over 230 pounds often need a firmer, flatter mattress to reduce pressure and strain around the lower back.
Because of this, there was a split among our testers. Although this mattress doesn’t contour very closely, it can still be effective at helping certain sleepers maintain healthy spinal alignment.
Brad Nehring, Product Testing Manager: Though it doesn’t have the contouring we usually associate with pressure relief, the Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress was great for me as a back sleeper because of the support it provided for my lumbar region.
Temperature Control8.0/10
During our tests, the Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress earned praise for its temperature regulation. Even hot sleepers said they encountered barely any heat buildup during the night.
The firm sleeping surface kept our testers from sinking into the bed, which allowed plenty of cooling airflow over the skin. The gel-infused foam in the top layer is engineered to cut down on heat retention, and the coils permit ventilation that limits overheating.
Mary Fenton, Head of Product Content: I stayed cool as a cucumber on this mattress. The temperature stayed steady, and I never felt like heat was being trapped around me.
Edge Support8.0/10
Whether they were sleeping or sitting on the bed to tie their shoes, our testers praised the edge support on the Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress.
The support core includes metal coils that are reinforced around the edge. This thick layer is the foundation for the strong perimeter. On top of that, the firm foams are a check against sinkage. Combined, these materials keep the edge from collapsing beneath you.
Dependable edge support makes more of the mattress surface usable, and it is often a priority for people with a higher body weight or physical mobility limitations.
Brad Nehring, Product Testing Manager: One thing I really liked about the Raymour & Flanigan Mattress was how solid it felt around the edge. Having a sturdy perimeter really makes the mattress feel bigger.
Ease of Movement8.0/10
In our testing, the Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress got above-average ratings for ease of movement.
The mattress offers light contouring around the body, and there’s a moderate amount of bounce from the coils. These characteristics reduce barriers to movement and keep you from feeling stuck in place.
Not surprisingly, the hybrid sleepers on our team spoke highly of this mattress and how it allowed them to adjust their sleeping position.
Mary Fenton, Head of Product Content: I tend to shift around in my sleep, moving between sleeping positions. On this mattress, I encountered almost no resistance, so I could more quickly settle in and get back to sleep.
Durability7.5/10
Based on our stress testing and reports from field testers, our team concluded that the Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress offers solid durability.
Like most well-built hybrid mattresses, it should last for at least five to seven years. With its firmer foams, it may hold up better than softer models that may be prone to premature sagging.
HANDS-ON TESTING
Testing Team Takeaways
To test the Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress, we had three people on our testing team each take the bed home with them for one week. Here are their initial observations.
Brad Nehring
Product Testing Manager · Back sleeper · 215 lbs.
Back sleeper · 215 lbs.
“To keep back pain away, I need firm and steady support. That’s exactly what I got from the Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress. For me, it felt balanced, comfortable, and sturdy from edge to edge.”
Mary Fenton
Head of Product Content · Hybrid sleeper · 150 lbs.
Hybrid sleeper · 150 lbs.
“Like Brad, I found that this mattress had the firmness I look for when sleeping on my back and stomach. It also had just enough contouring to keep me comfortable when sleeping on my side.”
Jeremy Klein
Product Testing Manager · Side sleeper · 160 lbs.
Side sleeper · 160 lbs.
“I sometimes get scared off by mattresses labeled as “extra firm,” but I was pleasantly surprised by this mattress from Raymour & Flanigan. It’s a bit firmer than what I usually prefer, but I liked that it stayed cool throughout the night.”
Who it Fits
Fit by Sleep Position and Body Weight
Sizes, dimensions and weights
Side Sleepers
During our tests, the Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress received its highest ratings from side sleepers over 230 pounds. These sleepers loved how the support layers prevented them from sinking too deeply into the mattress. At the same time, they could feel deep cushioning around their shoulders and hips.
Side sleepers between 130 and 230 pounds also got quality support from this mattress. However, most said they would prefer a mattress with more contouring and less pushback. Similarly, most of our side sleepers under 130 pounds found this mattress to be too firm.
Back Sleepers
Back sleepers on our team gave strong ratings to the Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress. This model was especially popular among those weighing 130 pounds or more, who appreciated how robust the mattress felt under their midsection. That helped keep their spine in a neutral plane as they slept.
While back sleepers under 130 pounds received adequate support from this mattress, some felt that it was slightly too firm.
Stomach Sleepers
We found that the Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress was a hit among stomach sleepers between 130 and 230 pounds. These sleepers need a mattress that is firm enough to stay flat and even, but they don’t want to feel like they are sleeping on concrete. Our testers said that this mattress struck a good balance, cushioning the body without losing structural integrity.
Stomach sleepers under 130 pounds and those over 230 pounds also gave strong ratings to the Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress. While some said their ideal mattress might be a little bit softer or firmer, they agreed that this mattress was a good fit for their sleep needs.
Construction
Inside the Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm
Cover
Polyester
Comfort Layers
Polyfoam (gel-infused), polyfoam, polyfoam, polyfoam
Support Core
Pocketed coils (reinforced perimeter), polyfoam
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Buying It
Trial, Warranty, and Delivery
Availability
The Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress is only available to customers located in certain states on the U.S. East Coast.
Customers in qualifying locations may purchase the mattress online from the Raymour & Flanigan website. It can also be found in the company’s physical stores throughout the Northeast.
Shipping
Shipping options vary by zip code. During the online checkout process, the website will show the options for your area.
Raymour & Flanigan has a “7 Days a Week Delivery Zone” including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. This zone also includes parts of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Hampshire, and Vermont.
Within this delivery area, Raymour & Flanigan offers free White Glove delivery that includes new mattress setup and removal of your old mattress. This service is often available within a few days or even the next day.
An extended delivery zone includes other areas, such as Washington D.C. and parts of Maine. In these areas, White Glove delivery is included, but it may take longer for the mattress to arrive.
For other states on the East Coast, including Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida, White Glove delivery costs $299, and shipping time is usually 3 to 5 weeks.
Shoppers who live near a Raymour & Flanigan store have the option to order online and pick up their mattress in a store for free.
Additional Services
Your purchase of the Sleep by Raymour & Flanigan Extra Firm Mattress includes installation of the new mattress and haul-away of an old one.
Sleep Trial
Raymour & Flanigan only offers a sleep trial if you purchase a Platinum Protection plan for your mattress. This plan costs extra, includes a mattress protector, and comes with a 120-night sleep trial.
During this trial, you must try the mattress for 30 nights. If you aren’t satisfied, you can exchange your mattress for a different one, but you have to pay the difference in cost. You are also responsible for shipping costs for the new mattress. The sleep trial does not include an option for a refund.
Warranty
Raymour & Flanigan’s 5-year protection plan covers stains and other types of physical damage. This plan differs from a traditional mattress warranty. New customers are advised to contact Raymour & Flanigan for details about the protection plan and additional warranty coverage options.
Brad is a lifelong resident of the Pacific Northwest who holds a bachelor’s degree in English from Western Washington University. As someone who has lived with sleep problems throughout his adult life, Brad is passionate about helping others get the rest they need. He’s professionally tested and reviewed sleep products for nearly a decade.