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23rd June 2016

Which bed tension?

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Sue

Hi. Thanks for such an informative website. I am 9.5 stone side sleeper and I’m unsure which mattress to go for. My current bed, which is about 14 years old, needs replacing. I can’t find much information about it other than it has 1000 pocket springs. It has served me very well but now feels uncomfortable when I sleep on my side. I am confused about which tension I should go for if I get one of your Artisan beds. Should I go for soft or medium? Would soft be better if I use a platform base? Or would medium be better on a spring base? Or maybe soft on a spring base?! Would the Origins 1500 be suitable also, do you think? Or even the Origins Comfort? Sorry for all the questions! Thanks in advance for any advice.

JohnRyanLtd Answered 6 months ago

Hi Sue,

There are two primary considerations when purchasing a new mattress and they are body weight and preferred feel. In your particular case, as you are of light body weight, it would be inappropriate to go for a mattress which is on the firm side, in fact you fall on the cusp of soft and medium

All our Artisan mattresses are paired with a true edge sprung base.

It is just that the naturally upholstered products are better suited to the sprung base.

The Origins range is paired with a platform base, as these are synthetically upholstered.

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)

If you opt for an Artisan product, I would suggest that you go for a medium spring tension, which when combined with a sprung base, will feel slightly less firm.

Of the two Origins products you refer to the Origins Comfort 1000 is the softest feeling mattress in that range and when coupled with a platform base will feel just right. The Origins Pocket 1500 will provide an overall medium feel.

I would suggest that you call our office on 0161 437 4419 before actually placing an order to discuss your specific requirements in detail, and obtain more detailed advice as to suitability.

Kind Regards Gary

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