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Title: Mattress replacement
Post by: silverfox1111 on May 15, 2017, 08:47:34 AM

Gday all.
Need to replace the mattress/slab in my modcon.
Was thinking about a queen size self inflating mattress.
Has anyone else tried these? If so, how are they & do you get the bounce from your partner when they move like normal air mattresses?
Thanks
Silverfox

Title: Re: Mattress replacement
Post by: cowwee on May 15, 2017, 08:49:56 AM

We replaced our mattress with a eurobed. We also use a topper on that. Made a huge difference.

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Title: Re: Mattress replacement
Post by: Bobsan on May 15, 2017, 09:11:39 AM

We purchased a rear fold preloved camper with a 75mm foam mattress, and replaced it with a  8cm  Cool Gel Memory Foam Mattress Topper underlay Cover from Crazy Sales      they come in different thicknesses and we find it excellent, we were limited to 8cm due to the rear fold when closed     https://www.crazysales.com.au/online-8-cm-queen-cool-gel-memory-foam-mattress-topper-underlay-cover-127209.html (https://www.crazysales.com.au/online-8-cm-queen-cool-gel-memory-foam-mattress-topper-underlay-cover-127209.html)     

Title: Re: Mattress replacement
Post by: RonnieQ on May 15, 2017, 10:04:06 AM

Hi Silverfox  tried an expensive self inflating mattress in our Modcon and it just didnt cut it for comfort we owned it prior to purchase and used it in our tent for camping, two king singles are better for less partner disturbance and what we resorted to when camping.

After much research and a lot of testing we put in Re-Creation Elite from Van Rest beds.
I purchased it sight unseen and untested as I wasnt happy with any we had tried.
Drove Sydney to Melbourne fitted it, then on to Tassie for a few weeks.
Best money you will spend in your camper.

I am 6'3"and 110kg so I need a good supportive  mattress.

Any questions happy to help.

http://www.bedsdirect.com.au/products/re-creation-mattress

Ronnie Q

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Title: Re: Mattress replacement
Post by: Frawls on May 15, 2017, 09:31:00 PM

Try this place out, Hydro Flex 150 best night sleep in the bush I have ever had. Replaced old mattress in our FF camper.

http://www.mattressesdirecttopublic.com.au/mattresses-caravan.php (http://www.mattressesdirecttopublic.com.au/mattresses-caravan.php)

Alas they are in Melbourne although I am sure they can ship it, nothing was to difficult great serve.

Title: Re: Mattress replacement
Post by: Bird on May 15, 2017, 09:36:54 PM

So I'm looking at Beds direct for our replacement, but has anyone come up with a real solution to mattress not being squashed to bits while left packed up for extended periods... yea yea use it more often, but I mean real solutions...???

Title: Re: Mattress replacement
Post by: GeoffA on May 15, 2017, 09:47:48 PM

Quote from: Bird on May 15, 2017, 09:36:54 PM

......has anyone come up with a real solution to mattress not being squashed to bits while left packed up for extended periods...???

You know that extended cover you fitted...???

Title: Re: Mattress replacement
Post by: Bird on May 15, 2017, 10:26:36 PM

Quote from: GeoffA

You know that extended cover you fitted...???

Std mattress is around 150 when new.. as I measured it other day it was 120

Title: Re: Mattress replacement
Post by: Ragman on May 15, 2017, 11:53:47 PM

the OEM spring mattress in our MDC was shocking.
bought a 50mm memory foam topper which helped.
then we ditched the OEM and use a 100mm memory foam plus the 50mm MF topper.
Now it's deluxe.

Title: Re: Mattress replacement
Post by: trinityalyce on May 16, 2017, 02:40:12 PM

Self inflating mattresses are OK... just. We had one that we used in our tent, but ended up getting a "bed roll" style swag made for ease of set up/pack up and got a high density foam type mattress for that (forget what kind and where from...). The annoying thing about a self-inflating mattress is they tend to like staying rolled up (somewhat) after being rolled up for a long period of time. And they're annoying to repair if they get punctures... But they are not as bad as an inflatable mattress.

Title: Re: Mattress replacement
Post by: Bird on June 15, 2017, 03:50:24 PM

So called Beds Direct today after a weekend at Portland Buggy club
http://www.bedsdirect.com.au/products/camper-mattresses (http://www.bedsdirect.com.au/products/camper-mattresses)

Bog stock mattress was $295

The 'next level up' is the The Recreation range.
Manufactured in Australia, Re-Creation mattresses carry a 10-year warranty.
•Plush - Cassette spring, foam box construction, thick quilted poly/cotton cover (camper 120mm deep) (caravan 140mm deep)

bit steep I thought at $595

Title: Re: Mattress replacement
Post by: RonnieQ on June 15, 2017, 08:29:25 PM

Hi Bird as in my previous post I have a Re-Creation and payed aroung that price and I can confirm they are worth every cent. I have slept on it 20 nights straight.
You wont regret the initial cost after getting a good night sleep whilst camping.
Regards Ronnie Q

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Title: Re: Mattress replacement
Post by: Foo on June 16, 2017, 05:48:22 AM

We got a memory foam mattress off the net, with 100 day trial period and 15yr warranty and 6mth interest free period to pay it off. Better than taking the money outta the bank account.

Friggin fantastic to sleep on.

Ecosa Mattress Company.

Foo

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Title: Re: Mattress replacement
Post by: GBC on June 16, 2017, 06:14:12 AM

100mm red foam mattress from Clark and an eggshell topper for us. Tried a self inflating mattress, it was woeful.

Title: Re: Mattress replacement
Post by: Bird on June 16, 2017, 10:58:00 AM

Quote from: GBC

100mm red foam mattress from Clark

Clark Rubber around these parts now is more expensive than diamonds :(

Quote

Tried a self inflating mattress, it was woeful.

I found the same with self inflaters, but I'm a fat **** so that don't help.

Title: Re: Mattress replacement
Post by: Foo on June 16, 2017, 03:00:21 PM

Quote from: Bird on June 16, 2017, 10:58:00 AM

Clark Rubber around these parts now is more expensive than diamonds :(

 
I found the same with self inflaters, but I'm a fat **** so that don't help.

Have a look.  ;)

https://www.ecosa.com.au/ (https://www.ecosa.com.au/)

You buy cheapo chit stuff and you will regret it.  ;D

Foo