Plywood on divan base
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Hi guys first of all - a great web site and a mine of useful information. I do have some questions though. 1. We have an old bed and have replaced the mattress several times. The divan base (with storage drawers) seems fine and we also added a large sheet of 18mm ply onto the top to firm it up after a particular lower back pain episode. Would this be ok as the base for one of your mattresses?
2. I often have lower back problems. I weigh about 12.5 stone and my wife about 8.5 stone what mattress do you recommend?
3. We also have an asthmatic family and were wondering how hypoallergenic your mattresses are and if they are recommended by any of the allergy organisations. Many thanks. P. .
Hi Pri.
Thanks for your question.
The 18mm ply although excessive should be fine.
I would however add some sort of blanket or softer wadding just to stop any splinters and so forth catching the material on the mattress.
Obviously, my recommendations can only be based on a particular budget and then I will be able to draw your attention to any pros and cons based on that choice.
Initially, I always point people towards our Artisan Naturals.
Even though this is relatively expensive, it represents what we have found to be the best built mattress you can buy for this particular price range.
Your wife's weight at 8.5st is on the lower end of the spectrum and therefore a soft tension spring with adequate comfort layers will be the one.
You however, are entirely an average bodyweight and a medium tension spring would normally be my recommendation.
But, taking into account your back trouble I would suggest you both have a medium tension spring within the mattress and this paired with your plywood covered base will be more than supportive for you both at your heights and body weights.
| 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) |
As for Hypo allergenic - most people know what their triggers are.
Usually, Asthma associated with mattresses is due to poor care and maintenance [of the mattress] .
All UK mattress components come from a handful of specialist suppliers and I personally have never seen any reason to worry unduly.
Polyester fibres are naturally hypo allergenic and it annoys me somewhat when this is added to a mattress specification as something that is better than a comparable product.
Natural fibres / products on the other hand - latex / wool / hair etc, may have allergy triggers for some people but they themselves will know about this and be buying accordingly.
I must admit I am not an authority on allergy advice and I am sure there are better informed people out there who will be able to advise better than me.
Hope this helps and glad you find the site interesting, If you require any further assistance please call the office on 0161 437 4419.
Kind Regards Gary
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