McRoskey traces its mattress-making history to San Francisco in 1899. Today’s McRoskey lineup includes hand-tufted innerspring mattresses with different combinations of natural comfort materials. This guide explains how the models differ and what to check before investing in one.
Our verdict
McRoskey is worth exploring if you value a two-sided, traditionally built mattress and want to choose among premium natural-fiber and latex constructions. These are high-priced beds, and the feel varies by model, firmness and foundation. Try the exact combination and read the seller’s exchange terms before ordering.
How McRoskey mattresses are built
McRoskey describes the Modern Collection as double-sided, hand-layered and hand-tufted, with a pocketed innerspring core. Depending on the model, comfort layers can include cotton, wool, alpaca, latex, horsehair, cashmere and smaller coils. Materials and thicknesses are model-specific.
Double-sided construction lets an owner flip the mattress as directed, but it can also make the mattress heavy to handle. Ask the seller how often to rotate or flip the particular bed and whether you will need help moving it.
Natural materials are not automatically chemical-free or suitable for everyone. Wool and latex can be important considerations for people with sensitivities; check the precise layer list and certifications you care about rather than assuming every model is identical.
Compare three Modern Collection models
| Model | Materials described by McRoskey | Why compare it |
|---|---|---|
| Sunset | Cotton and wool over pocketed innersprings. | A simpler natural-fiber construction to try alongside the other models. |
| Hayes Valley | Cotton, alpaca, wool, Talalay latex and microcoils over pocketed springs. | Compare its latex-and-microcoil comfort layers with Sunset. |
| Pacific Heights | Includes cotton, cashmere, wool, alpaca, Talalay latex, horsehair and microcoils. | A more elaborate material mix for shoppers comparing premium options. |
These descriptions are manufacturer specifications, not measured comparisons of cooling, durability or comfort. Product lines and options can change; confirm the current model, firmness and layers with the seller.
Who should consider one?
Start with your usual sleeping position. Side sleepers may want enough cushioning for the shoulder and hip; back or stomach sleepers may prefer a surface that keeps the midsection comfortably supported. Body weight, preferences and the foundation all change the feel.
If you share the bed, lie down together in your normal positions and test movement and edge support. A brief showroom visit is useful for narrowing the choices but does not guarantee the same experience after months at home.
Compare the mattress on the foundation you intend to use. McRoskey notes that the feel of its mattress can differ when paired with a different foundation from the one used in the showroom.
Price, delivery and exchange terms
McRoskey mattresses are a premium purchase; the total depends on model, size, firmness, foundation and delivery. Ask for an itemized quote and compare it with other beds you have actually tried. Custom sizes may require additional time and cost.
McRoskey San Francisco’s policy says it does not offer returns, but allows an eligible comfort exchange within 90 days; conditions and costs can apply. Other retailers may use different terms. Confirm the policy, warranty, delivery area and any pickup or exchange fees in writing before ordering.
McRoskey advises protecting the mattress from moisture and following its care instructions. A warranty addresses qualifying defects under its terms; it is separate from a comfort exchange and is not a promise that a mattress will feel the same indefinitely.
Frequently asked questions
Are McRoskey mattresses flippable?
McRoskey describes its Modern Collection mattresses as double-sided. Follow the care instructions for your exact model.
Do they all contain latex?
No. The manufacturer’s Sunset description lists cotton and wool over innersprings, while other models include latex. Verify the current layer list.
Are they chemical-free?
No mattress should be assumed to be chemical-free. Ask about the exact materials and certifications if those details are important to you.
Can I return one if I dislike it?
The policy depends on the retailer. McRoskey San Francisco describes a no-return policy with an eligible 90-day comfort exchange; confirm the written terms before buying.
Do I need the matching box spring?
Ask the seller which foundations are approved and compare the feel with the foundation you plan to use.