Quick verdict
The Fontainebleau is a high-end Chattam & Wells mattress name associated with a tall, plush design and premium materials. It may be worth exploring if you enjoy a substantial pillow-top feel and are comfortable with luxury pricing. The name has appeared on different retailer versions, so verify the exact bed before relying on any specification.
Best for: shoppers who prefer a tall, plush mattress and can try the specific model. Consider another option if: you want a lower-profile bed, a firmer surface, or a more modest price.
Review scope: This is a researched buying guide. We do not have a complete model-specific Yawnder test record for this version.
What the historical specifications show
A historical Mattress Firm comparison chart lists its Fontainebleau as Luxury Plush and 18.5 inches high, with 4,845 total coils in a queen. The listed materials include Talalay latex, cashmere, merino wool, horsetail hair, foam and multiple coil layers. These are specifications for that chart’s version; other products with the same name may differ.
The coil count is a total across layers, not a count of support coils alone. More coils do not automatically mean better comfort, and named fibers do not guarantee a particular sleep temperature or lifespan.
Comfort, height and fit
Plush models can appeal to sleepers who like extra surface cushioning, but pressure relief and support depend on the individual. Try the precise version in your usual sleep position, including with a partner if you share the bed. The historical chart describes a plush feel; it is not a standardized Yawnder firmness measurement.
At the chart’s 18.5-inch height, the mattress plus foundation may make a tall bed. Measure your current setup, doorways and stair turns, and compare sheet pocket depth with the mattress height before delivery. A different version may have a different profile.
Price, delivery and warranty
The historical chart lists a queen retail price of $7,999 for its Fontainebleau; it is not a current quote. Ask the seller for the exact model, size, current price, foundation and delivery charges. Confirm whether a clearance or floor model has different terms.
Get the written comfort-exchange policy and warranty before purchasing. Ask about return fees, required foundation and any pickup or inspection charges. A warranty for manufacturing defects is separate from a comfort trial.
How to assess this mattress in person
Start by lying in your usual sleeping position, with a pillow similar in height to the one you use at home. Give your shoulder and hip time to settle, then check whether your waist and lower back feel supported. Change positions and sit at the edge; if you share the bed, try it together and notice how much movement reaches the other side. A showroom impression is useful, but it cannot predict how the mattress will feel after several weeks.
A plush pillow top and a supportive core are different things: the first influences the initial surface feel, while the complete combination determines how your body rests. The historical chart’s high total coil count includes several layers, so it is not a direct comparison with a competitor’s support-coil count. Ask for the construction sheet for the exact model and size you are trying.
Before you order
- Measure the finished bed: add the mattress height to the foundation and frame height, then check that getting in and out is comfortable. The historical 18.5-inch figure is for the chart’s version only.
- Plan the delivery route: check the mattress dimensions against doorways, stairs and turns, and ask whether setup and old-mattress removal are included.
- Compare the full cost: include the compatible foundation, deep-pocket sheets, delivery and any exchange or pickup fees in the written quote.
- Protect your options: confirm the exact model and condition on the invoice, the trial or exchange deadline, applicable fees and foundation requirements. Ask separately whether a floor or clearance item qualifies.
If an adjustable base matters to you, ask the seller to confirm compatibility for the exact version in writing; do not infer it from another Chattam & Wells model.
Frequently asked questions
Does every Fontainebleau have 4,845 coils?
No. The number belongs to a particular historical queen listing and includes multiple coil layers. Confirm the specifications for the seller’s exact version.
Is it a firm mattress?
The historical chart calls that version Luxury Plush. Feel is personal, and other versions may differ; try the exact model if possible.
Will standard sheets fit?
The historical mattress is listed at 18.5 inches, so compare its actual height with the fitted sheet’s pocket depth.
How long will it last?
We do not have a long-term test that establishes a service life for this model. Follow its foundation and care instructions and review the written warranty.