Hi Anna, Thanks for your kind comments.

Very much appreciated.

This is quite a tricky question to answer as no doubt about it, I am going to say our Artisan Bespoke will be a better buy.

But why?

First of all, the main point that stands out is the total GSM [grams per square meter] of our Artisan Bespoke is a whopping 5100gsm - Both Sides!

	John Ryan By Design Artisan Bespoke	Vi-Spring Herald Superb
1	500gsm British Wool	1200gsm Blended British Fleece Wool & Cotton
2	1200gsm Blended British Fleece Wool and Cotton	NA
3	Hairproof Cambric Cover	Hairproof Cambric Cover
4	1200gsm Pure Horsetail	NA
5	1200gsm Horsehair	1200gsm Horsehair
6	1000gsm White Cashmere Insulator	1000gsm British Fleece Wool
7	1600 Calico encased Pocket Springs [49mm] [1.28mm]	1476 Calico encased Pocket Springs [51mm] [Gauge: 1.42mm]
Total GSM	5100gsm	3400gsm

By comparison, the weights for the Monmouth that are listed is: 1000gsm wool + 1000gsm of wool and mohair.

As you point out the horsehair layer is not weighted and unless it is at least 2500gsm [unlikely] then by weight alone it becomes inferior.

However, in fairness, I do know of Abaca and of course Rhiannon.

They are a company who specialises in organic mattresses and cater to people who have oversensitivity to chemical additivers, odours etc.

and I would certainly not hesitate to contact them for more information if your requirements fall into this category.

As a sidenote with regards to price.

Just short of £2000 is not expensive for a natural fibre mattress.

You will be practically guaranteed a lifespan of ten years plus, coupled with a comfort level that is unparalleled to man made fibres.

Also bear in mind that when you consider the Vi Spring Chatsworth (nee Lynmouth) is retailed at around £3200 for similar content the value for money aspect becomes more apparant.

This was an interesting comment on how you justify worth versus value.

Please feel free to add further comment if necessary.

John and Ryan. 0161 437 4419