Hush Arctic Luxe Mattress Review

Hush Mattresses is a Canadian company founded in 2015. It is known for its blankets, which stormed the Canadian market. Hush has recently entered the mattress market with the Arctic Luxe mattress and the Iced Hybrid mattress, which offer moderate features in a mattress.

The Hush Arctic Luxe mattress might be a temporary solution if you're looking for a mattress that provides minimal support and cooling. It uses Hush Iced Cooling Technology to provide a comfortable sleeping experience.

In this review, we will test the Hush Arctic Luxe mattress, specifically regarding:

• Pros and cons.
• Unboxing experience.
• Feel and comfort.
• Construction and design.
• Performance test results.
• Warranty policies, company policies, and all the FAQs you might want to know.

Hush Arctic Luxe Overview

Pros

• Affordable: The Hush Arctic Luxe mattress is priced competitively, making it a good value for the price.
• Antibacterial: This mattress is made with antibacterial food-grade soy byproduct materials, which are naturally antimicrobial. Soy byproduct materials keep bacteria and smell out of the mattress and out of your sleep.
• Relieves Pressure Points: The Hush Arctic Luxe mattress uses several layers of memory foam and pocketed coils to provide moderate pressure relief. The memory foam in the top layer conforms to your body shape, while the coils in the bottom layer provide support. This evenly distributes your weight and reduces pressure points.
• Eco-Friendly Manufacturing: Handmade in Toronto and Calgary, the mattress emphasizes eco-friendly practices, including using soy-based foam and minimizing waste during production. This focus on sustainability appeals to environmentally conscious buyers.

Cons

• A Bit Too Soft or Too Firm for Some People: The Hush Arctic Luxe mattress is on the medium side of medium-firm. It might not cater to individuals seeking ultra-soft or extra-firm options, and this middle-ground firmness could alienate sleepers with highly specific preferences or unique support needs.
• Weak Edge Support: Our testing shows that the edges of the mattress feel softer and compress more when sitting, which could be a drawback for those who rely on edge support for getting in and out of bed or for maximizing sleeping space.
• Heat Buildup in Prolonged Use: While the mattress includes Hush Iced Cooling Technology and gel-infused foam for temperature regulation, our testing has shown minor heat retention, particularly during long periods of use. Hot sleepers might still require additional cooling accessories, like cooling sheets or a topper.

Who we Recommend the Hush Arctic Luxe for

• Back Sleepers: The zoned support system and pressure relief around the lumbar region provide good support for your back.
• Stomach Sleepers: The firm support and elevated hips help to keep your spine in alignment.
• Couples: This mattress is a good option for couples because it provides good motion isolation. This means that when your partner moves, you are less likely to be disturbed. The mattress also has a pillow-top layer that provides additional comfort and support.
• Light Sleepers: Despite the use of steel coils, the mattress is quiet during movement, thanks to its individually pocketed coils and foam layers that minimize noise. This makes it a good choice for couples or light sleepers who are easily disturbed by motion or sound.

Unboxing the Hush Arctic Luxe

Your mattress will arrive compressed in a box. To set it up, simply unbox it and place it on your bed. The mattress weighs between 43 and 104 pounds, so you may need help lifting it. The mattress has handles on the sides to make it easier to lift.

We unboxed the mattress and then placed it on the bed. We removed the plastic wrapping, and the mattress expanded to its full height of 13 inches in about 24 hours, making the mattress not instantly ready to use, unlike premium mattresses.

Most bed-in-a-box mattresses release a slight chemical “off-gassing” odor. Although this odor is not harmful and will dissipate within a few hours with proper ventilation, we should note that the Hush Arctic Luxe took about 48 hours from opening to completely get rid of the smell. This means that people extremely sensitive to smell would need to wait before using the mattress.

Firmness, Feel, and Comfort For Hush Arctic Luxe

Hush Arctic Luxe Firmness

Depending on your sleeping preferences, the firmness of a mattress is an important consideration. A mattress that is too firm can be uncomfortable, while a mattress that is too soft may not provide enough support.

The Hush Arctic Luxe mattress is rated a medium-firm 7.5 out of 10 on our firmness scale. This means that the mattress is minimally supportive but still comfortable.

Hush Arctic Luxe Feel

The Hush Arctic Luxe Hybrid mattress has a balanced feel of plushness and support. However, what truly sets this mattress apart is the pillow top, which is made of a soft, plush foam that feels comfortable and slightly breathable. This foam helps to reduce pressure points and promote a more restful night's sleep. Not only that, but the underlying layer of coils provides moderate support and bounce.

Hush Arctic Luxe Comfort

We tested the mattress in a variety of sleeping positions to see how comfortable it would feel. The mattress was comfortable and supportive in all sleeping positions, including back sleeping, side sleeping, and stomach sleeping.

The mattress provided a balanced combination of softness and support that made it a good fit for combination sleepers. We will discuss this in greater detail later in our review, specifically in the pressure relief testing section.

However, it is important to note that your individual sleep needs can vary depending on your body type and preferred sleeping positions.

Here are the results of our testing:

Constructions, Materials, and Design

Materials and Design

The Hush Arctic Luxe is a plush, pillowtop mattress with a medium-firm feel and a height of 13 inches. This mattress is made with a variety of materials, including supportive coils, comfortable foam, and cooling technology.

The top layer of the mattress is made of soft, plush foam. This foam helps to reduce pressure points and promote a more restful night's sleep.

The underlying layer of the mattress is made of pocketed coils. These coils provide support and bounce while also isolating motion to prevent partner disturbance. This means that you can sleep soundly without having to worry about your partner's movements waking you up.

Layers

1. Hush Iced Cover - The top layer of the mattress is the Hush Iced Cover. This cover is made with a phase change material that helps lower body temperatures and keeps sleepers moderately cool.
2. Memory Foam Pillowtop - The second layer of the mattress is a memory foam pillowtop. This layer is made with responsive memory foam that provides support and comfort. The memory foam also helps to reduce pressure points and promote a better night's sleep.
3. Zoned Support System - The third layer of the mattress is a zoned support system. This system is made with high-density individually pocketed coils toward the center and lighter coils near the top and bottom. This helps prevent sagging and promotes proper spinal alignment.

Performance of Hush Arctic Luxe

Cooling

The Hush Arctic Luxe mattress is made with a combination of cooling and heat-absorbing materials that create a neutral temperature profile. Couples who sleep hot need a mattress with good cooling performance. This can reduce the amount of heat generated between partners, keeping them both cool and comfortable all night.

To assess the Arctic Luxe’s cooling performance, we performed our standard cooling test by lying on the Hush Arctic Luxe mattress for 20 minutes and then measuring heat build-up during the test.

While performing the cooling performance test, we noticed that the Arctic Luxe felt moderately cool throughout the test. Till the very end of the test, the Arctic Luxe caused some slight heat build-up. Indicating that hot sleepers might need a more cooling mattress like the Layla Hybrid mattress.

The Hush Arctic Luxe mattress earned a cooling performance score of 3.8/5.

Responsiveness

A responsive mattress springs back quickly into place after you move, allowing you to move freely and sleep in all positions without feeling stuck or bogged down.

Hybrid mattresses are known for their good responsiveness, and that includes the Hush Arctic Luxe mattress. It balances responsiveness and comfort, thanks to its combination of coils and memory foam.

We performed our standard responsiveness test by placing and removing a 20-pound ball from the mattress and observing how quickly the mattress recovered. The mattress took 1.4 seconds to return to its original shape, indicating average responsiveness. Despite the softness of the pillowtop layer, the results showed that the mattress is responsive enough to allow for movement without feeling too stuck.

Therefore, we gave this mattress a score of 4/5 regarding responsiveness.

Motion Isolation

Proper motion isolation helps reduce the amount of movement that is transferred from one side of the bed to the other. This is especially important for couples who share a bed, as it can help reduce disturbances.

We performed our standard motion isolation test by placing a glass of water on the mattress and dropping a 20-pound ball on the opposite side of the glass. We observed some movement of the water in the glass, indicating average motion isolation.

The second motion isolation test involves rolling on one side of the bed and having our partner report the motion they feel on the other side of the bed. The results of the second test showed that our partner did feel some slight motion propagation to their side of the bed but not enough to wake them up.

Accordingly, we gave the Hush Arctic Luxe a 4.5/5 regarding motion isolation.

Edge Support

Edge support is a very important aspect to those who like to use the full perimeter of their mattress or move around at night without being worried that they would feel like falling off.

We performed two tests to measure the edge support of the Hush Arctic Luxe mattress. In the first test, we applied firm pressure to the edge of the mattress with both hands and observed the edge’s counterpressure and supportiveness.

During the test, we noticed some counterpressure when we pushed the mattress’ edge, which prevented it from sinking too much.

We conducted the second test by sitting on the edge of the mattress and measuring the sinkage caused by our weight. There was some slight sinkage, which our reviewer felt after sitting down, indicating the edge support could be better. We would recommend the Bear Elite Hybrid.

Thus, the Arctic Luxe mattress scored a 3.5/5 in our edge support performance score.

Noise

To determine the Hush Arctic Luxe's noise levels, we conducted our standard noise test. This test involves dropping a 20-pound ball onto the mattress and listening for any squeaks or noises using our highly sensitive microphones.

We were surprised to find that the mattress was mostly silent, even though coil mattresses are often known for squeaking. This is thanks to the memory foam pillow top layer, which can dampen noise.

This is a good feature for couples who share a bed or for people who live in apartments or other shared living spaces.

which is why we gave this mattress a noise score of 4/5.

Sex

A mattress that is cool, silent, has a bit of bounce, and has good edge support is ideal for sex.

While the individually pocketed coils of the Arctic Luxe provide some bounce, it is less pronounced than traditional innerspring or hybrid mattresses with thinner foam layers. Although the mattress features reinforced edges, they are not as firm as other high-end hybrids.

This may result in noticeable sinkage when engaging near the perimeter, reducing the usable surface area for couples and creating a less stable experience, which was shown in our testing.

The foam layers, particularly the gel-infused and antibacterial layers, have a slower recovery time compared to latex or high-rebound foam mattresses. This can create a "sinking" sensation during transitions, making movements feel less fluid and slightly restrictive for active individuals. The mattress strikes a "not-too-soft, not-too-firm" balance, which may be ideal for sleep but less optimal for intimate activities.

Softer mattresses may lack sufficient resistance, while firmer options often provide better traction and support for movement. The Hush Arctic Luxe falls in the middle ground, making it functional but not outstanding in this regard.

We gave this mattress a 4/5 score regarding sex performance.

Pressure Relief

Pressure relief is one of the most important factors to consider when choosing a mattress. This is because it can significantly affect the way you sleep and your sleep quality.

We used our standard pressure relief test to evaluate how the mattress responds to different sleeping positions. This is done by resting for 20 minutes on the mattress and then measuring the pressure in different body zones.

The pressure map below illustrates the findings of the test.

The Hush Arctic Luxe mattress showed good results for back pain relief, especially for back and stomach sleepers. The pressure map showed almost all blue, indicating that there was little to no pressure on the lumbar region.

However, heavy-weight side sleepers with back pain may experience slight pressure on their hips and shoulders, indicating the need for a different mattress like the Titan Plus Elite Mattress.

For side sleepers, the map showed some orange and yellow, indicating that the mattress is too firm for side sleepers. The pressure on the hips and shoulders area makes the mattress not suitable for side sleepers but tolerable.

Accordingly, the mattress scored a 4.2/5 regarding pressure relief.

Hush Warranty and Company Policies

Warranty

Hush warrants mattresses and bed frames for 10 years against structural defects. If a structural defect occurs within this period, Hush will repair or replace the mattress or bed frame. This includes springs popping up through the fabric, foam wall separation, etc.

However, Hush does not cover damage caused by misuse or abuse, wear and tear, or modifications or repairs made by anyone other than Hush.

Trial

Hush will offer you a 100-night sleep trial for new mattresses purchased directly from them. The trial period starts on the day that your mattress is delivered.

Returns

You can return your mattress within the first 100 days for a full refund if you are not satisfied with it for any reason.

Shipping

Hush offers free shipping in Canada and the US with delivery-time tracking. They compress their mattresses and ship them in a box, making delivery and setup easy. Shipping is fast, taking 1-4 business days.

Pricing

The table below shows the different pricing options and size options for the Hush Arctic Luxe mattress.

The Hush Arctic Luxe Hybrid Mattress offers a well-rounded sleep experience, particularly in overall comfort, making it a good option for sleepers who prioritize temperature regulation and health-conscious designs. However, the mattress falls short in key areas that might be deal-breakers for some users.

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FAQs about Hush Arctic Luxe

Where is the Hush Arctic Luxe mattress made?

The Hush Arctic Luxe mattress is made in Canada. They have two factories in Calgary, Alberta, and Toronto, Ontario.

Does the Hush Arctic Luxe mattress contain fiberglass?

No, the Hush Arctic Luxe mattress does not contain fiberglass. Fiberglass is a material that is often used in mattresses to provide support and durability. However, it can also be irritating to the skin and lungs.

How can I clean my Hush Arctic Luxe mattress?

The Hush Arctic Luxe mattress is designed to be easy to clean. You can spot-clean any stains on the pillow top with a simple solution of baking soda and vinegar. To do this, mix equal parts baking soda and vinegar in a bowl. Apply the mixture to the stain and let it sit for 30 minutes. Then, vacuum up the mixture, and the stain should be gone.

For more serious stains, you can use a mild detergent. Dilute the detergent in water according to the instructions on the label. Apply the solution to the stain and let it sit for 30 minutes. Then, vacuum up the solution, and the stain should be gone.

It is important to avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners on the Hush Arctic Luxe mattress. These chemicals can damage the mattress and void the warranty.

Can I flip my Hush Arctic Luxe mattress?

No, you cannot flip the Hush Arctic Luxe mattress. The mattress is designed with support layers at the bottom and comfort layers on top. Flipping the mattress would disrupt the support layers and could void the warranty.

However, you can rotate the mattress every few months to evenly distribute wear and tear. To rotate the mattress, simply turn it 180 degrees so that the head and foot ends are switched. You do not need to flip the mattress over.

Is the Hush Arctic Luxe mattress memory foam?

Yes, the Hush Arctic Luxe mattress is a hybrid mattress that contains memory foam. The top layer of the mattress is made with a proprietary blend of memory foam and latex. This blend provides good pressure relief and support while also being soft and responsive.