Hi Rob,

I note your current mattress is a pocket sprung one with a layer of latex and that you are both of average body weights. Having regard to your body weights, I would advise that mattresses with the words "ortho" or "orthopaedic" in the name tend to be on the firm side. Trying a mattress for a short time in a store is no substitute for sleeping on it for up to eight hours a night and any initial feel provided will turn out to be quite different once you have taken delivery of your new product. In addition, you will not be aware of how long the display model has been in store and how many, possibly thousands, of people have tried it out, all of which will have a detrimental effect on the upholstery meaning that it will feel completely different to a brand new model.

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Tempur mattresses are primarily memory foam and this is notorious for heat retention and they use body heat to assist in their function. Furthermore, they are slow to return to original shape meaning that at times it can feel like you are climbing out of a hole when turning during the night. There cannot be any comparisons made between a memory foam product and a pocket sprung product as they will both provide totally different sleep sensations. A pocket sprung mattress has a spring unit for support and upholstery layers for comfort and with proper care and consideration should last more than the guarantee period that come with those products in our ranges.

With your body weights anything too firm is likely to aggravate any neck and back problems. Please view our Origins Pocket 1500 or if your budget permits, the Artisan Naturals and then call our office for more specific advice as to suitability.

Kind regards,