Dreamfoam Essential RV Mattress Review

Main Features

After our research and review, we believe that the main features of Brooklyn Bedding’s Dreamfoam Essential mattress include:

• Customizable mattress height
• Cooling Gel Swirl memory foam
• High-density foundation
• Nano Stain Terminator protector
• Multiple firmness levels
• 120-night sleep trial
• Lifetime warranty
• 22 size options

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Dreamfoam Essential Construction

The Dreamfoam Essential mattress consists of 2 to 3 foam layers, depending on the size. Here are the construction details.

Customizable Height

With the Dreamfoam essential mattress, you choose the mattress height that works for you. The mattress is available in the following thicknesses:

• 6-inch
• 8-inch
• 10-inch
• 12-inch
• 14-inch

A 6- or 8-inch mattress profile will fit comfortably in most RVs. A mattress that is 10 inches or taller may not fit in a pop-up trailer or bunk bed. Before you buy an RV mattress, make sure you double check the dimensions of the sleep area.

Gel Swirl Memory Foam

Every Dreamfoam Essential mattress starts with a responsive, cooling layer of Gel Swirl memory foam. As the memory foam contours to your body, the get draws away heat to keep you cool. Plus, the open cell foam allows air circulate body heat away from the mattress.  The thickness of this layer ranges from 2” to 3”, depending on the thickness of the mattress.

A sewn-in cover protects this comfort layer from spills that can occur on a log road trip. The innovative Nano Stain Terminator fabric helps the Dreamfoam Essential mattress stay fresh and clean.

High-Density Foundation

All Dreamfoam Essential mattresses have a high-density foam foundation. Depending on the mattress size, the thickness of this layer ranges from 4” to 8”. It provides durable, deep compression support to help keep your spine and joints in alignment.

Variflex^TM Transition Foam

The 12” and 14” Dreamfoam Essential models have a middle layer of Variflex^TM Transition Foam. The 3” layer adds a cradling effect to help transition to the high-density foundation.

Firmness Levels

Each mattress thickness has a unique rating on a firmness scale of 1 to 10, with 10 the firmest rating. Here are the firmness levels for each Dreamfoam Essential profile:

• 6”: Firm (8)
• 8”: Firm Medium (7)
• 10”: Medium Firm
• 12”: Medium
• 14”: Soft Medium

Your Choice of Mattress Size

With 22 sizes to choose from, the Dreamfoam Essential is made to fit a waive range of RV sleep areas. The mattress is available in the following sizes:

• RV King (3 sizes): 70” x 74” to 72” x 80”
• RV Bunk (7 sizes): 28” x 75” to 34” x 75”
• Twin: 38” x 75”
• Twin XL: 38” x 80”
• Full: 53” x 75”
• Short Full: 48” x 74”
• Full XL: 53 x 80”
• Queen: 60” x 80”
• Short Queen: 60” x 74”
• Olympic Queen: 66” x 80”
• King: 76” x 80”
• Short King: 72” x 75”
• CA King: 72” x 84”
• Split California King (order 2): 36” x 84”

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Mattress Weight Range

Every RV has a specific weight capacity limit. Make sure you know the weight of an RV mattress as well as your RV’s weight limit before you buy a mattress. The Dreamfoam Essential mattress weight ranges from 40 lbs. to 100 lbs., depending on the mattress size.

Dreamfoam Essential Mattress Review: Pros and Any Limitations

In the following sections, we’ll take a look at what it’s like to sleep on a Dreamfoam Essential matt. We have researched and reviewed the mattress and believe that it offers the following benefits along with some minor limitations.

The Right Mattress Height for Your RV

An RV offers limited space for a bed and can quickly become crowded. The Dreamfoam Essential’s wide range of mattress profiles makes finding the right thickness a little easier. With thicknesses from 6” to 14”, you may even find a size to fit your bedroom at home.

Pressure Relief

The Gel Swirl memory foam relieves pressure points as it conforms to your body’s shape. As you change position, the responsive foam adjusts to your new position. During a long road trip in an RV, your back, shoulders and hips can become stiff and tired. The Dreamfoam Essential mattress cradles these pressure points to help you sleep comfortably and wake up refreshed.

Every later of this mattress is made of foam, which enhances the pressure relief of the memory foam. We think you’ll appreciate the contouring comfort of this mattress.

Support

High-density foam creates a supportive foundation layer that won’t let you sink too low. Deep compression support helps keep your spine in alignment and enhances the pressure relief from the memory foam.

The 12” and 14” Dreamfoam Essential models have a Variflex^TM Transition Foam layer between the memory foam and foundation. With gentle contouring, this layer eases the transition from comfort layer to support layer.

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Wide Range of Firmness Levels

With firmness levels from soft-medium to firm, there’s a Dreamfoam Essential mattress for most sleep preferences. Comfort is a personal preference, but medium-firm through firm are generally ideal for those who sleep on their stomach or who don’t want to sink into the mattress. Soft-medium to medium are typically good choices for side, back and combination sleepers.

However, each firmness level is available in only one size of the Dreamfoam Essential mattress. The mattress feel you prefer may not be available in your preferred mattress size.

Temperature Regulation

RV travel usually takes place during the warmer months, so keeping cool is a priority. We’re impressed with the top-to-bottom cooling technology in the Dreamfoam Essential mattress. First, the Gel Swirl memory foam draws body heat away from the mattress. Then the open cell foam in every layer promotes air circulation to prevent overheating. When you’re on the road in your RV, getting a good night’s sleep is no sweat with the Dreamfoam Essential.

Stain-Fighting Cover

RV trips can take you over bumpy or curvy roads. Before you know it, your coffee or iced tea has splashed all over your bed. Thanks to the Nano Stain Terminator fabric, the sewn-in mattress cover resists stains. Your mattress stays clean and fresh, and your family can relax and enjoy a meal or snack.

Mattress In a Box

Before shipping, the Dreamfoam Essential mattress is compressed, rolled and packed into a box. Even if you’re not home, it will be delivered to your door. You can skip the hassle of scheduling a delivery time and waiting around for the delivery truck.

Note that you will have to wait at least 3 to 5 hours after unboxing before you can use your new mattress. It takes up to 5 hours for the Dreamfoam Essential mattress to fully expand. You also might want to air out the mattress up to 24 hours to allow a harmless odor or “off-gassing” to dissipate.

120-Night Sleep Trial

It takes time to know if a new mattress is going to work out for you and your family. It can take at least 30 days to adjust to a new mattress. Fortunately, you can try your Dreamfoam Essential mattress for 120 nights after delivery. Brooklyn Bedding does ask that you keep it for the first 30-day break-in period.

If you decide that you don’t want the mattress after 30 days, you can return it for a refund during the 120-night trial. Brooklyn Bedding will arrange a pickup and will donate or recycle the mattress whenever possible. You should know that the company charges a fee to cover pick-up costs.

Lifetime Warranty

Even the best RV mattress can occasionally have a manufacturer defect, so a product warranty is a must. The Dreamfoam Essential mattress comes with an impressive limited lifetime warranty that covers manufacturer defects as specified in the respective policy, with the potential for mattress repair or replacement by Brooklyn Bedding. It’s always a good idea to read the latest warranty terms before buying, since the terms can change at any time.

Concluding Thoughts on the Dreamfoam Essential Mattress

Brooklyn Bedding’s Dreamfoam Essential mattress offers contouring comfort and support. Plus, the open cell foam and gel swirl comfort layer help keep the mattress cool and dry.

The Dreamfoam Essential’s customizable height makes it easier to find the best RV mattress for your sleep area. We like the selection of sizes and firmness levels, but be advised that each firmness is available in only one mattress thickness.

We applaud the 120-night sleep trial and lengthy limited lifetime warranty that come with the mattress. It’s always good to see a company stand by their product.

After our research and review, we believe that the Dreamfoam Essential mattress offers value. In our opinion, it is a quality foam mattress.

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