{"id":3906,"date":"2019-01-03T12:02:22","date_gmt":"2019-01-03T12:02:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goodnights.rest\/?page_id=3906"},"modified":"2019-01-05T04:44:42","modified_gmt":"2019-01-05T04:44:42","slug":"brooklyn-bedding-aurora-mattress","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/goodnights.rest\/top-sleep-products\/best-mattress-reviews\/brooklyn-bedding-aurora-mattress\/","title":{"rendered":"Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Mattress Review"},"content":{"rendered":"
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There’s more to Brooklyn Bedding\u00a0than its\u00a0online mattress store. The Arizona-based company is not your typical trendy startup!\u00a0Their story\u00a0begins more than 20 years ago with brick and mortar mattress liquidation store R&S Mattress, and picks up steam in 2000\u00a0when the company is reborn as mattress manufacturer Brooklyn Bedding.<\/p>\n
Currently, Brooklyn Bedding owns and maintains their own manufacturing facility in the US, as well as their own online store, on top of selling their products through large online retailers like Amazon. The company has a product line featuring different mattress models, and they ship out hundreds of\u00a0mattresses every day.<\/p>\n
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This review\u00a0focuses on their luxury cooling mattress: the Brooklyn Aurora. Worth noting that we’ve also taken a look at both the\u00a0company’s starter mattress and their flagship mattress.<\/p>\n
How does the Brooklyn Aurora\u00a0stack up against other Brooklyn Bedding offerings? Let’s find out below.<\/p>\n
There’s a lot going on here. The Brooklyn Aurora is said to be a\u00a0luxury hybrid mattress that features Brooklyn Bedding’s standard customization options, as well as advanced cooling and exceptional comfort.<\/p>\n
US-made\u00a0in Brooklyn Bedding’s own factory, it’s also a relatively affordable top quality product. The company has control over\u00a0how materials are sourced and handled, as well as how the mattresses are constructed. Direct delivery from their own facility to your doorstep also cuts costs considerably.<\/p>\n
All foams used to make the Brooklyn Aurora are CertiPUR-US approved, even the patented Energex and Titanflex foams.<\/p>\n
Four foam layers and one pocketed coil system layer make up the interior of the Brooklyn Aurora, adding up to a luxurious 13.5 inches. The stack of materials is then encased in a chemical-free fire sock made of a fabric blend with silica, and then wrapped in a two-tone stretch knit mattress cover.\u00a0Rayon, polyester\u00a0and TitanCool<\/a> make up this cover, which is spot-clean only and not washable.<\/p>\n Let’s go from top to bottom and look at the inner layers of the Brooklyn Aurora before delving into the specifics of the mattress cover’s purported cooling properties.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The patented and trademarked TitanCool is described by Brooklyn Bedding as a phase change molecule. Like all phase change materials (PCMs), it is thermo-sensitive. Brooklyn Bedding states that TitanCool keeps your body at 88 degrees Fahrenheit.<\/strong><\/p>\n PCMs\u00a0are\u00a0not new to us. We\u00a0previously encountered PCMs\u00a0when we reviewed the GhostBed Luxe and its Ghost Ice fabric<\/a>. Thermo-sensitivity means that the material reflexively senses heat upon contact with your body and absorbs\u00a0what’s in excess to maintain a\u00a0temperature ideal—in the case of TitanCool, it’s 88 degrees.<\/p>\n Both the Brooklyn Aurora’s mattress cover and top foam layer are infused with TitanCool, making it more effective at regulating temperature and providing you with a truly neutral environment for sleeping. Not hot, not cold, but just right.<\/p>\n Yes! The Brooklyn\u00a0Aurora is available in\u00a0twin, twin XL, full, queen, king and California king—all six\u00a0standard US mattress dimensions<\/a>.\u00a0You can also choose a comfort level: soft, medium or firm.<\/strong><\/p>\n Brooklyn Bedding even provides recommendations for each level, should be unsure of what you need. Here’s a quick summary:<\/p>\n The main consideration here is the price. The Brooklyn Aurora, though not the most expensive mattress in Brooklyn Bedding’s product line, is definitely not a starter option. However, you may justify the cost by looking at what you’re getting in return: customization, cooling and comfort. We also like the fact that it is proudly US-made and manufactured by a family-owned company.<\/p>\n If the Brooklyn Aurora turns out to be a perfect fit for you, it will likely feel like it’s worth more than what you shelled out for it.\u00a0 Note that you can enjoy\u00a0most of what Brooklyn Bedding has to offer without picking the Brooklyn Aurora, though. We’ve already mentioned the\u00a0affordable Brooklyn Bowery and the flagship Brooklyn Signature above.<\/p>\n There are also two other Brooklyn Bedding luxury mattress models to fit specific needs. Prices listed\u00a0are for queen sizes:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Finally, there is a practical consideration to think about: the weight of the mattress. The Brooklyn Aurora is heavier than may of its industry counterparts. The Brooklyn Aurora queen is about 110 pounds! For comparison, the queen sizes of industry leaders Casper and Leesa are about 70 pounds each.\u00a0Note that the Brooklyn Aurora’s mattress cover does not<\/em> come with side handles, either.<\/p>\n Why is this important?\u00a0Brooklyn Bedding recommends that their mattresses be rotated 180 degrees roughly twice\u00a0 year. This is to even out wear and tear and possibly\u00a0prolong the product’s usable lifespan, so this is a huge deal if you’re insistent on getting your money’re worth. If you’re not able-bodied or in the best of physical health—or living with someone who is—rotating the heavy Brooklyn Aurora at regular intervals may be a problem.<\/p>\n Brooklyn Bedding recommends mattress supports that features little to no flex.\u00a0Most box foundations, platform bases and slatted frames will\u00a0do. Thinking of using a traditional box spring? We urge you to contact Brooklyn Bedding’s customer support to consult with them.<\/p>\n It’s also worth noting that Brooklyn Bedding has a whole product line dedicated to foundations that perfectly pair with their mattresses. If you’re not on a tight budget, you may want to consider buying one, as this can also help maintain the mattress warranty conditions.<\/p>\n Like most online mattress purchases, the Brooklyn Aurora comes compressed in a box that will be delivered to your doorstep.<\/p>\n Once it arrives, unpack as soon as you can.\u00a0Brooklyn Bedding\u00a0warns against keeping their mattresses sitting in unopened\u00a0packages for too long—the most that you can wait before quality may be compromised is about three weeks. If you really need to wait, some sources say three months is the upper limit, though decompression issues wouldn’t be uncommon upon unboxing.<\/p>\n How do you unbox the Brooklyn Aurora? It’s as easy as it sounds. Take out the compressed and rolled up product, lay it on your bed base, and then remove the packaging material carefully. Make sure that you tear up only the plastic covering.<\/p>\n The Brooklyn Aurora\u00a0should\u00a0begin to decompress immediately upon being freed from the plastic wrapping. Full\u00a0decompression may take up to a full day, but it should look like a proper mattress in minutes.<\/p>\n Notice\u00a0a\u00a0new mattress smell<\/a>? Whether or not you do, it’s good form to keep the area well ventilated\u00a0for a few days. This goes for all foam products!\u00a0One last thing:\u00a0Brooklyn Bedding\u00a0states that there is a break-in period for their mattresses, lasting around 30-45 consecutive nights.<\/p>\n As we’ve noted in previous Brooklyn Bedding reviews, the weight capacity of their mattress models is not prominently displayed or easily found in their FAQ. It’s a curious oversight that hasn’t been fixed in the years between the publication of our first version of our review\u00a0of the Brooklyn Signature—then called the #BestMattressEver—and now.<\/p>\n We again sent a query to Brooklyn Bedding’s customer support to get a clear response, and to their credit, the answer was relatively prompt and succinct: “In a King or Queen size all of our mattresses are good for up to 900lbs total. The Twin, TwinXL, and Full size are good for up to 600lbs total.”<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n This is a tricky question because the Brooklyn Aurora can be customized based on what you want out of a mattress. Three comfort levels means that typical Goldilocks problems can be sorted out or at least anticipated even before your Brooklyn Aurora arrives. Because the Brooklyn Aurora is a hybrid cooling mattress, there’s more than adequate heat dissipation and motion isolation built into the design.<\/p>\n Apart from misunderstandings concerning the sleep trial period—we’ll get to that later—one fairly common complaint that kept on coming up in customer comments had to do with the mattress cover.<\/p>\n Some people noted that the mattress cover was very smooth, to the point of being too slippery. Anecdotes pointed to this issue affecting various things, from the fit of bed sheets and to edge support. The fix is easy enough—just use thicker sheets also rated for the size of the mattress. Remember that the Brooklyn Aurora is bigger than usual at 13.5 inches deep compared to the usual 10-11 inches.<\/p>\n This company has a track record spanning over two decades, and it remains family-owned to this day. We’ve mentioned these facts here and there throughout the review,\u00a0but what has remained unsaid up to this point is this: That’s a long time! It may be conflation and not correlation, but there’s no doubt that more established brands just feel more reliable.<\/p>\n We’ve been reviewing Brooklyn Bedding mattresses since the early days of Good Night’s Rest, and what we’ve always appreciated was the company’s dedication to innovation. They started with just their #BestMattressEver. Now there are half a dozen mattress models, most of which you can further customize by preferred comfort level.<\/p>\n Brooklyn Bedding mattress models also keep evolving after launch. The company really does maximize the benefits of having their own manufacturing facility. If something can be improved, they will fold in that improvement, even if the product is already profitable. That’s the kind of professionalism and care for customers that we’ve come to expect from Brooklyn Bedding.<\/p>\n Customer support\u00a0is sorely needed, as their official website’s FAQ is well-populated but not exhaustive in terms of the information provided. It’s a good thing that\u00a0Brooklyn Bedding\u00a0not only features a contact form on their website, but also a telephone hotline. There’s even live chat support, though it’s not 24\/7. Though not lightning fast, their customer service reps are always helpful.<\/p>\n Should you feel like visiting them, Brooklyn Bedding’s office address is publicly stated. The brand also maintains a\u00a0mattress showroom in Las Vegas.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Brooklyn Bedding\u00a0includes a full 10-year warranty with\u00a0every mattress purchase. A warning, though:\u00a0Their warranty conditions are\u00a0stricter than others! Make sure\u00a0to coordinate with customer support\u00a0if you’re not sure of the appropriateness of your bedroom\u00a0setup. It’s important that it fits not only\u00a0your budget, but also the warranty conditions.<\/p>\n The 120-night sleep trial is generous, but it’s not without hiccups. Here’s what we don’t like:<\/p>\n As of this writing, the queen size Brooklyn Bedding Aurora mattress at comfort level medium is available on Amazon for $1,359. It’s more expensive at their online store: $1,699.<\/p>\n If you really want the Brooklyn Aurora and you’d like to save a few hundred dollars, you may want to\u00a0bite the bullet and order it through Amazon—keeping in mind that it won’t come with the sleep trial. After all, 30 days is enough to form an initial opinion. You can always return it before the Amazon’s return policy period ends.<\/p>\n We love what the Brooklyn Aurora offers. The three C’s—customization, cooling, comfort—are very compelling reasons to give this mattress a try. Yes, it’s expensive and doesn’t come with its sleep trial if you order from Amazon, but it’s also great quality. Also: As long as there is still an attached return policy, all you have to do is be mindful and make the decision to return or keep it before it’s too late.<\/p>\n Brooklyn Bedding obviously put a lot of effort into the Brooklyn Aurora, and it shows! Two different patented foams, phase change material, and<\/em> a pocket coal layer to make it a true hybrid mattress? Sign us up. The only real negatives are the lack of a sleep trial—which you can still take advantage of if you purchase from Brooklyn Bedding directly—and the weight of the mattress.<\/p>\n Bottom line: The Brooklyn\u00a0Aurora is not as easy or as painless a purchase as other mattress options, but what it offers—if it ends up being truly compatible with your needs—is worth the trouble. If you don’t mind a little bit of hassle, there’s no reason to not give the Brooklyn Aurora a fair shot.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Jump to: What’s in a\u00a0Brooklyn Bedding\u00a0Aurora Mattress? 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<\/a>What Is TitanCool?<\/h3>\n
Can You Customize\u00a0the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Mattress?<\/h3>\n
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What to Consider Before Choosing the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Mattress<\/h2>\n
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<\/a>What Can Be Used with the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Mattress?<\/h3>\n
How Do You Set Up the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Mattress?<\/h3>\n
<\/a>What\u2019s the Weight Capacity of the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Mattress?<\/h3>\n
How Does the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Mattress Feel?<\/h3>\n
What to Expect When Purchasing a Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Mattress<\/h2>\n
How Is Brooklyn Bedding\u2019s Customer Support?<\/h3>\n
<\/a>Does Brooklyn Bedding Offer a Sleep Trial, Return Policy and Warranty?<\/h3>\n
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<\/a>How Much Does the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora\u00a0Mattress Cost?<\/h2>\n
<\/a>Final Words on the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Mattress<\/h2>\n