Do I need a firm mattress?
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I suffer from low back pain and currently need to sleep with a pillow between my knees. I have a wooden bed frame with wooden slats. The matress is a silentnight and was purchased over 5 years ago (may even be 10 - I can't remember). I recently went on holiday and slept in a travel lodge - the bed was very firm and I had the best nights sleep for several nights running. When I returned home and slept in my own bed then I woke with lower back pain and did so for a number of nights. I realise that I need a firmer matress but am unsure what to go for. Can you help/advise?
I live in Bristol. Thanks.
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Hi Tina,
Thank you for your question.
I don't think anyone would disagree that this level of discomfort is a sure sign that your current mattress needs replacing.
One point I would make that may be subject to disagreement is that you should not be 'guessing' as to what mattress may or may not be the right replacement.
As you are looking for a firmer mattress, Is it going to be firmer by use of firmer springs or firmer by use of firmer primary comfort layers?
Your weight will have an effect on what you choose and your budget will define as to what choices are available.
| 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 make two ranges of pocket sprung mattresses, our Origins Range which contain man made fillings and our Artisan Range which contain natural fillings. In each of these ranges, we make a firm mattress but they are firm in the top upholstery layers which we call the comfort layers as these are what you actually sleep on. The springs are there to support you and that support is dictated by body weight.
Could you please telephone our office in order for us to recommend which of our mattresses would be suitable for you - 0161 437 4419.
Kind regards Julie
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