Replacing Harrisons mattress
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Hi Guys, what a terrific site and very informative, if only you could be mind readers and tell us all the perfect bed, but who knows so here goes.....!
We currently have a Harrison Inspiration 1728 spring mattress that we bought about 13 years ago and it sits on a divan with four drawers. For the past few months we have both had disturbed sleep and back pain, which we don't have whenever we have been on holiday and stayed in other beds. We therefore realise that its time to get a new bed. We tried some beds out yesterday but to be honest I was getting very confused and as I was quite tired they all started to feel comfortable. I would appreciate your feedback on the following we tried: ikea Hesseng Pocket Sprung K/S Firm mattress with Sultan Torod mattress topper and an Engerdal sprung mattress base, which we both thought was comfortable. However having read your guides I wonder if the matress topper was lulling us into a false sense of security?
Total price £1400. We then tried a Fitzgerald 5000 pocket sprung K/S mattress in a 7 tension for me and 8 tension for the OH from Feather and Black. Price £1600 (didn't discuss the base). Finally a friend swears by the Keymed K3Gel but haven't been able to try one. My OH is about 15.5 stone and I am 10 stone we are looking for a complete new bed and one that hopefully lasts us as long as our present one?
I would appreciate your advice as to what you would recommend for £2k please?
Kind regards H. "
Hi Helen,
Thanks for your question.
We would always advise to try any new mattress for 4-6 weeks by itself to get a true feel for it. If, after this period, you find it too firm then look at adding a topper at that stage.
We'd advise anyone to steer clear of a firm mattress if you're a side sleeper as this will only serve to cause pressure point pains in places such as shoulders, hips and knees. Similarly, front sleepers should avoid anything too soft in the top layers so as not to cause an unnatural arch in your back.
At your body weights you would be matched with a Medium spring tension for you both to get the right level of support;
| Bodyweight | Spring tension |
|---|---|
| Upto 16 Stone / 50-101kg | Medium (1.4mm) |
| 16 Stone / 101kg Upwards | Firm (1.6mm) |
| Available in Bespoke Products (Please Call) | Soft (1.2mm) |
We struggle to compare to most retailers as they don't fully disclose how they construct. As such, this is the reason we are very different and are very honest and transparent about how we construct.
We would need to know your preferred feel in the top layers to discuss suitable models.
We have 2 pocket sprung ranges; Our Origins and Artisan ranges. Our Origins range is constructed using synthetic fillings whereas the Artisan range is constructed with natural fillings; Ideal for anyone who identifies as a hot sleeper.
Please come back to me at your earliest convenience on 0161 437 4419 to discuss this further. Our office is open Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am to 4pm.
Kind Regards, Lee.
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