Help required on Hybrid mattresses
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i have been looking at some of your hybrid matteresses and was just hoping for a point in the right direction, i am 5ft 9 and 10stone i have a very minor degree of scoliosis which is a curve of the spine i have tried a few matteresses over the years currently on an orthapedic very hard matteress and it really is to hard.
I recently went into dreams and laid on several but 2 that i found the most confortable was a tempur sensation deluxe 22 in firm rating and then also the new sealy geltex in soft as the said they did not have a medium although i think i wpuld have preffered a medium had the had one the firm was a touch to solid my osteopath recommended a firm support but i think i need something that is also soft and comfortable at the same time i tend to sleep on my stomach and sometimes on my side any suggestions would be greatly appreciated >
Hi Michael,
It sounds like you may have fallen into the old firm mattress for a bad back trick!
Over the years this advice has been given out to any one with a bad back, the truth recently backed up by the British Chiropractic Society is that a firm mattress is not necessarily the best option when it comes to back complaints!
The sound advice is that you need an equal mix of support (based on your body weight - not just soft med firm) and comfort (the softer top layers of a mattress).
If you end up with too much of one then its either too soft meaning your in an awkward position or too firm meaning you’re back is being rigidly held.
So mattress advice - Based on your weights I wouldn’t go higher than a medium in our range or in a spring tension either.
| 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) |
A firm will simply punish you and provide no comfort.
I would have a look at the Hybrid 4 rather than the Hybrid 5 which I think would be too firm in the top layers for you.
The Hybrid 4 is a comparator to the Tempur cloud which I think would be a more suitable long term match for you.
The Hybrid 5 would be fine for you I just think based on my experience it maybe a bit too firm for your height and weight.
The hybrid foams are less heat retentive than memory foams and are faster to respond.
If you’re really looking for the best mattress for your money though the Fusion 3 would also be ideal, latex is far less heat retentive and respond much faster still.
The budget is a consideration though as latex is more expensive than hybrid foams.
If you require any further assistance please call the office on 0161 437 4419.
Kind Regards Gary
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