hi there,

 

Thank you for your enquiry.  You're correct that with a back issue you do require support. The industry has taken this to mean really firm beds as if that will somehow 'straighten' out your ailments. This will just lead to discomfort. Your body weight should determine the amount of support you need.

 

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)

 

What we recommend is that you need an adequate match of support, without it being so firm you feel like you're on concrete, and comfort ie softer top layers. With latex, for example, you will get an initial sink, the comfort factor, before the support kicks in. People often equate firm to solid and this is also incorrect.

 

 

Let's take the latex example. A firm latex will be supportive and firm but not solid. This is because although its firm it's not like a cheap 'firm' solid bed ie springs that are far too firm and cheap dense reflex comfort layers. We also match our latex range with medium toppers to give that lovely comfort soft top feel but with the support underneath.

 

As for bed retailers stating this will help your back issue, be careful. Unless it's your doctor or chiropractor then I wouldn't take any assurance that a bed will 'fix you'. What you can do however is take advice on how the bed will react and feel for you, as we do, to make your own informed choice. Ultimately a high quality bed should allow you to find a comfortable position, down to the comfort layers, then be supported there so you don't sink too far or rest too firmly on the mattress.

 

I hope this was helpful and if you would like any further information please do not hesitate to contact the office on 0161 437 4419.

 

Kind Regards