Mattress Review: Natural Form Sleep System vs. Select Comfort ® Sleep Number ®

Why is Natural Form®’s 18 chamber system better than Select Comfort® / Sleep Number® 2 chamber system?
Two single chamber air beds do not function effectively, it is like lying on two balloons! It is impossible to correctly inflate them and if there is not enough air in the system, they will hammock, which creates stress and fatigue and the back and spine. Eighteen chambers are much more effective in displacing weight since the smaller the cylinder, the more dynamic and the more reactive it is.


Why are urethane cylinders better then vulcanize rubber?
Select Comfort® / Sleep Number® imports their 25 Gauge vulcanized rubber bladders from overseas. These bladders are prone to crack and leak just like a waterbed or raft since their seams are heat-sealed. It is just a matter of time before there is failure. Natural Form® uses thin pliable medical grade urethane with seams that are RF Radio Frequency sealed. These cylinders are virtually indestructible; therefore Natural Form® warrantees them for 20 full years.


Why has Select Comfort® / Sleep Number® had cases of mold and mildew and Natural Form® has not?
All Powered airbeds including Select Comfort® / Sleep Number® air beds are encapsulated closed systems that are not air permeable. They do not breathe adequately which leads to moisture collecting inside their systems. The mold spurs multiple on the internal components since the environment for fungus is ideal; dark, moist and damp. Natural Form® is completely air permeable; the entire mattress breathes naturally on its own. Each layer is easy removable for cleaning and each component has a cotton cover.


Why does Natural Form® use a virgin wool cover compared to Select Comfort® / Sleep Number® damask cover?
All Select Comfort® / Sleep Number® airbeds use damask covers, which are detriment to performance and functionality. A damask cover is a synthetically woven cloth manufactured from petro chemicals. Therefore, these covers do not adequately breathe but rather deflect all the natural body heat from an individual back up against their bodies creating an environment for perspiration and sweating. Nature's miracle fiber is wool! It is anti-microbial, anti-allergen and absorbs 30% of its weight in moisture before you feel wet or damp! It is easily removable for cleaning in a household washing machine so that there is never any issue with regards to dust mites and allergens.


Why is Select Comfort® / Sleep Number® warranty only 2 to 3 Non Pro-Rated Warranty years compared to Natural Form®’s 10 year Non Pro-Rated Warranty?
Reliability - Select Comfort® / Sleep Number® cannot warranty their air beds for more then 2 to 3 years before it is pro-rated since the integrity, workmanship and construction is compromised. Select Comfort® / Sleep Number® is a direct marketing organization that imports the majority of their parts from overseas. Their facility assembles airbeds for distribution without overseeing the manufacturing and quality control that is necessary in specialty bedding. Natural Form® manufactures all the components in its own plant each step of the way assuring 100% satisfaction. Natural Form® offers a non pro-rated warranty since the integrity of the mattress is unparalled in the airbed marketplace.


Why has Select Comfort® / Sleep Number® had multiple pump failures and recalls?
Once again - Select Comfort® / Sleep Number® doesn't manufacture the majority of the components inside their airbeds. They are all outsourced overseas to the cheapest supplier so that they are able to sell in the marketplace competitively. The pumps come from foreign countries and are mechanical devices, which are prone to failure at some point since there are multiple moving parts involved. Natural Form® has a competitive advantage over Select Comfort® / Sleep Number® since there are no mechanical or pneumatic components; therefore there is nothing to break down!


Why are Natural Form®’s prices more competitive then Select Comfort® / Sleep Number®?
Advertising dollars! Select Comfort® / Sleep Number® has done a wonderful job over the last 10 years advertising via TV, Print Media and Infomercials. They have spent over 100 million dollars educating a consumer marketplace tired of inner spring mattresses. Unfortunately, Select Comfort® / Sleep Number® has no patents on functionality; therefore there are hundreds of competitors selling virtually the identical airbeds. Ultimately, the consumer benefits by increased competition, lowering cost considerably. The whole industry has benefited from Select Comfort® / Sleep Number®’s national advertising. Natural Form® is obviously able to offer more value for the consumer's dollar since there is no advertising. The savings are passed along to the customer.