Stearns and Foster Lucas Park Luxury Firm Tight Top Mattress.

Daniel writes:

Hi Pete, 
First, the good news. 
My wife and I bought a Stearns and Foster Lucas Park Luxury Firm Tight Top King mattress set from you back in May of 2010. 
Your assistance, at the time, was indispensable. We've been very happy with that purchase since then. Unfortunately, disaster struck. 
We'd been using a mattress protector since we bought it. 
Then a few weeks ago, when it came time to wash it, I ignorantly used bleach (which it clearly states not to use). 
The plastic lining stuck to itself and was basically ruined. 
And of course, during the few days our mattress isn't protected, our roof decided to spring a major leak over our bedroom. 
In pours about 25 gallons of nasty water filled with who knows what. 

Firstly, is it possible to clean/salvage the mattress without replacing it? 
Given the volume of water, I imagine that it must've soaked all the way through. 
And even if the water doesn't do any long term damage, is there any way to get rid of the smell?

Second, if we do have to replace the mattress, do you still recommend the model we purchased before? 
What is the equivalent model now? 
If I remember correctly, at the time we purchased the Lucas Park, it was one of your most recommended models on your blog. 
Lately, it seems that you now highly recommend the Natura of Canada Greenspring. 
Is there a significant enough difference in durability, quality?
I was hoping I'd be contacting you in several more years inquiring about a new mattress, not now.... but such is life. 

Your honesty and helpfulness are so appreciated when trying to navigate the confusion surrounding the mattress industry. 
Thanks again for your help! Daniel 

Hi Daniel,
Wow! What a freak occurrence! I'm sorry to hear it.
Salvaging what you have will be extremely iffy. The mattress, once wet, will never be the same. The materials inside have been compromised.
As far as the odor is concerned, there are two things that I might try. 
First and cheapest is baking soda. If that doesn't do it, I would look for an odor neutralizer at the pet store. 
I've never had the need to use it, but if it really works on those tough pet odors, it's worth a try.

Before using those things, it'll be important to dry the mattress. 
Getting heat inside the mattress won't be easy. 
You may go through a couple of hair dryers trying. But, that's the best way I can think of to propel hot air past the outer fabric.

The mattress you have has been discontinued and they make nothing like it today. 
S&F was purchased by Tempurpedic and all models use lots of their memory foam.
It's like they've turned to the dark side. We no longer recommend them and we've stopped carrying them.
What had been "The Cadillac of the Industry" for many decades, is now nothing more than expensive junk.

If replacing your mattress, the Natura of Canada Greenspring is as good or better than that old Stearns and Foster.
You'll be equally happy with the support, comfort and longevity.
To best mimic the feel of your Luxury Firm, I suggest the Greenspring Plush model.
However, now that you are so many years older, I recommend the Ultra Plush for more surface comfort.
That line of mattresses, shown here:

White Glove Delivery is included at the price shown. They will remove your old mattress and set up the new.
Delivery is free and there's no sales tax.
 
Thanks, Pete

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