Plank Firm Natural Review

Rating: 7.4
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The Plank Firm Natural mattress by Brooklyn Bedding is an eco-friendly, flippable hybrid mattress with organic materials like cotton, wool, Talalay latex, and pocketed coils. It offers two firmness options (medium-firm and firm) and is ideal for hot sleepers, back and stomach sleepers, and eco-conscious consumers. However, it may be too firm for side sleepers and is on the pricier side. The mattress provides good motion isolation, responsiveness, and cooling properties, but side sleepers may experience pressure points. It arrives compressed with some initial off-gassing that dissipates after airing out.

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7.3
  • 9
    Cooling

    Cooling properties help prevent overheating during sleep.

  • 8
    Motion Transfer

    Good motion isolation, minimizing disturbances from a partner's movements.

  • 8
    Sex

    Responsive and bouncy, making it suitable for sexual activity.

  • 8
    Bounce

    Responsive and bouncy.

  • 7
    Response Time

    The Talalay latex contributes to its responsiveness, making it easy to change positions.

  • 6
    Off-Gassing

    The mattress arrives compressed in a box, with some initial odors that dissipate after airing out.

  • 5
    Pressure Relief

    Effective for back sleepers, but side sleepers may experience pressure buildup, particularly in the shoulders.

8.5
  • 9.8
    Sex

    The high bounce and edge support contribute to a favorable experience for sexual activity.

  • 9
    Cooling

    The mattress maintains a cool sleeping surface due to its latex composition and coil support, which promotes airflow.

  • 9.5
    Edge Support

    Excellent edge support makes it suitable for sitting and lying near the edges.

  • 10
    Response Time

    It has an extremely fast response time, allowing for easy movement on the mattress.

  • 8
    Pressure Relief

    While it provides adequate support, lighter sleepers or side sleepers may find pressure relief lacking due to the firmness.

  • 7.8
    Off-Gassing

    The mattress has a strong initial smell that lasts about 8 days, typical for natural latex products.

  • 5.7
    Motion Transfer

    The mattress exhibits high motion transfer, which may be a concern for couples or light sleepers.

7.2
  • 9
    Bounce

    The combination of latex and coils offers excellent responsiveness, making it easy to reposition during sleep.

  • 8
    Pressure Relief

    The medium-firm side provides good pressure relief for average-weight sleepers, while the firm side may not offer enough cushioning for lighter individuals.

  • 7
    Motion Transfer

    The medium-firm side performs better in isolating motion compared to the firm side, which may transmit movements more noticeably.

  • 6
    Cooling

    The latex material helps regulate temperature, making it suitable for hot sleepers, although it may not be the coolest option available.

  • 6
    Edge Support

    While the sides provide decent support, the end of the mattress may feel less secure when sitting.

7.5
  • 8
    Cooling

    The materials used are breathable and temperature-regulating, promoting a comfortable sleep environment.

  • 7
    Pressure Relief

    The mattress includes a 6-inch core of individually wrapped coils for pressure relief and support.

3.0
  • 3
    Cooling

    Cooling layer somewhat ineffective due to the use of a mattress protector

6.0
  • 8
    Motion Transfer

    Rated 4/5 for motion transfer, indicating good performance in this area.

  • 7
    Edge Support

    Rated 3.5/5 for edge support, indicating decent performance.

  • 6
    Cooling

    Rated 3/5 for cooling, with an optional GlacioTex cooling cover available.

  • 3
    Pressure Relief

    Noted for insufficient pressure relief for side sleepers.

7.4
  • 8
    Motion Transfer

    The 8-inch layer of individually wrapped pocketed coils provides support and motion isolation.

  • 8
    Off-Gassing

    Minimal off-gassing, which resolves quickly.

  • 7
    Sex

    The latex foam offers a bouncy and responsive feel, which is beneficial for sex.

  • 7
    Response Time

    The latex foam is described as bouncy and responsive.

  • 7
    Bounce

    The latex foam offers a bouncy feel, contrasting with the sinking sensation of memory foam.

7.5
  • 8
    Motion Transfer

    The mattress includes a 6-inch layer of individually wrapped coils, providing both support and motion isolation.

  • 7
    Cooling

    The mattress is designed to maintain an ideal sleeping temperature through its breathable materials.

6.3
  • 8
    Edge Support

    The mattress offers reliable edge support, making it easy to get in and out of bed.

  • 6
    Cooling

    Sleeps cooler than many all-foam mattresses due to its lack of deep contouring, but may still retain some heat.

  • 6
    Pressure Relief

    Good for back and stomach sleepers, but may not provide enough cushioning for side sleepers.

  • 5
    Motion Transfer

    Average performance; may not be ideal for couples who are sensitive to movement.

8.1
  • 10
    Response Time

    Rated 5/5; quick recovery after pressure is removed

  • 9
    Sex

    Rated 4.5/5; responsive and quiet surface

  • 9
    Cooling

    Rated 4.8/5; maintains a cool surface

  • 9
    Edge Support

    Rated 4.5/5; minimal sinkage when sitting on the edge

  • 9
    Off-Gassing

    Minimal off-gassing due to its natural materials

  • 7
    Pressure Relief

    Good pressure relief for back sleepers but struggles with side sleepers, particularly in the hip and shoulder areas

  • 4
    Motion Transfer

    Rated 3.8/5; some movement transfer due to the coil system

7.5
  • 8
    Motion Transfer

    The support system includes 6 inches of individually encased Titancore coils, which offer excellent body contouring and motion isolation.

  • 8
    Cooling

    The mattress features a quilted organic cotton and wool top cover, which enhances breathability and moisture-wicking properties.

  • 7
    Edge Support

    The mattress also features good edge support.

  • 7
    Pressure Relief

    The comfort layers consist of 1.5 inches of premium Talalay latex on both sides, providing a buoyant feel that helps relieve muscle tension.

9.0
  • 9
    Motion Transfer

    "No Motion Transfer: 9.1/10"

  • 9
    Cooling

    "Good for Hot Sleepers: 9.2/10" and "optional cooling top panel is available"

  • 9
    Pressure Relief

    "Many users report significant relief from back pain"

Response Time
8.5
  • 10.0
    sleepiverse.com

    Rated 5/5; quick recovery after pressure is removed

  • 10.0
    naplab.com

    It has an extremely fast response time, allowing for easy movement on the mattress.

  • 7.0
    sleepopolis.com

    The Talalay latex contributes to its responsiveness, making it easy to change positions.

  • 7.0
    www.cnet.com

    The latex foam is described as bouncy and responsive.

Sex
8.5
  • 9.8
    naplab.com

    The high bounce and edge support contribute to a favorable experience for sexual activity.

  • 9.0
    sleepiverse.com

    Rated 4.5/5; responsive and quiet surface

  • 8.0
    sleepopolis.com

    Responsive and bouncy, making it suitable for sexual activity.

  • 7.0
    www.cnet.com

    The latex foam offers a bouncy and responsive feel, which is beneficial for sex.

Bounce
8.0
  • 9.0
    www.sleepadvisor.org

    The combination of latex and coils offers excellent responsiveness, making it easy to reposition during sleep.

  • 8.0
    sleepopolis.com

    Responsive and bouncy.

  • 7.0
    www.cnet.com

    The latex foam offers a bouncy feel, contrasting with the sinking sensation of memory foam.

Edge Support
7.8
  • 9.5
    naplab.com

    Excellent edge support makes it suitable for sitting and lying near the edges.

  • 9.0
    sleepiverse.com

    Rated 4.5/5; minimal sinkage when sitting on the edge

  • 8.0
    www.mattressnerd.com

    The mattress offers reliable edge support, making it easy to get in and out of bed.

  • 7.0
    www.mattressclarity.com

    Rated 3.5/5 for edge support, indicating decent performance.

  • 7.0
    www.goodbed.com

    The mattress also features good edge support.

  • 6.0
    www.sleepadvisor.org

    While the sides provide decent support, the end of the mattress may feel less secure when sitting.

Off-Gassing
7.7
  • 9.0
    sleepiverse.com

    Minimal off-gassing due to its natural materials

  • 7.8
    naplab.com

    The mattress has a strong initial smell that lasts about 8 days, typical for natural latex products.

  • 8.0
    www.cnet.com

    Minimal off-gassing, which resolves quickly.

  • 6.0
    sleepopolis.com

    The mattress arrives compressed in a box, with some initial odors that dissipate after airing out.

Cooling
7.3
  • 9.0
    sleepopolis.com

    Cooling properties help prevent overheating during sleep.

  • 9.0
    naplab.com

    The mattress maintains a cool sleeping surface due to its latex composition and coil support, which promotes airflow.

  • 9.0
    sleepiverse.com

    Rated 4.8/5; maintains a cool surface

  • 9.0
    www.slumbersearch.com

    "Good for Hot Sleepers: 9.2/10" and "optional cooling top panel is available"

  • 8.0
    plankmattress.com

    The materials used are breathable and temperature-regulating, promoting a comfortable sleep environment.

  • 8.0
    www.goodbed.com

    The mattress features a quilted organic cotton and wool top cover, which enhances breathability and moisture-wicking properties.

  • 7.0
    brooklynbedding.com

    The mattress is designed to maintain an ideal sleeping temperature through its breathable materials.

  • 6.0
    www.sleepadvisor.org

    The latex material helps regulate temperature, making it suitable for hot sleepers, although it may not be the coolest option available.

  • 6.0
    www.mattressclarity.com

    Rated 3/5 for cooling, with an optional GlacioTex cooling cover available.

  • 6.0
    www.mattressnerd.com

    Sleeps cooler than many all-foam mattresses due to its lack of deep contouring, but may still retain some heat.

  • 3.0
    www.reddit.com

    Cooling layer somewhat ineffective due to the use of a mattress protector

Motion Transfer
7.1
  • 9.0
    www.slumbersearch.com

    "No Motion Transfer: 9.1/10"

  • 8.0
    sleepopolis.com

    Good motion isolation, minimizing disturbances from a partner's movements.

  • 8.0
    www.mattressclarity.com

    Rated 4/5 for motion transfer, indicating good performance in this area.

  • 8.0
    www.cnet.com

    The 8-inch layer of individually wrapped pocketed coils provides support and motion isolation.

  • 8.0
    brooklynbedding.com

    The mattress includes a 6-inch layer of individually wrapped coils, providing both support and motion isolation.

  • 8.0
    www.goodbed.com

    The support system includes 6 inches of individually encased Titancore coils, which offer excellent body contouring and motion isolation.

  • 7.0
    www.sleepadvisor.org

    The medium-firm side performs better in isolating motion compared to the firm side, which may transmit movements more noticeably.

  • 5.7
    naplab.com

    The mattress exhibits high motion transfer, which may be a concern for couples or light sleepers.

  • 5.0
    www.mattressnerd.com

    Average performance; may not be ideal for couples who are sensitive to movement.

  • 4.0
    sleepiverse.com

    Rated 3.8/5; some movement transfer due to the coil system

Pressure Relief
6.7
  • 9.0
    www.slumbersearch.com

    "Many users report significant relief from back pain"

  • 8.0
    naplab.com

    While it provides adequate support, lighter sleepers or side sleepers may find pressure relief lacking due to the firmness.

  • 8.0
    www.sleepadvisor.org

    The medium-firm side provides good pressure relief for average-weight sleepers, while the firm side may not offer enough cushioning for lighter individuals.

  • 7.0
    plankmattress.com

    The mattress includes a 6-inch core of individually wrapped coils for pressure relief and support.

  • 7.0
    sleepiverse.com

    Good pressure relief for back sleepers but struggles with side sleepers, particularly in the hip and shoulder areas

  • 7.0
    www.goodbed.com

    The comfort layers consist of 1.5 inches of premium Talalay latex on both sides, providing a buoyant feel that helps relieve muscle tension.

  • 6.0
    www.mattressnerd.com

    Good for back and stomach sleepers, but may not provide enough cushioning for side sleepers.

  • 5.0
    sleepopolis.com

    Effective for back sleepers, but side sleepers may experience pressure buildup, particularly in the shoulders.

  • 3.0
    www.mattressclarity.com

    Noted for insufficient pressure relief for side sleepers.