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Mattress advise for bad back

Hi Su, Thank you for your question. With your particular bod weight, I would suggest that you need a soft spring tension and unfortunately, memory foam has a tendency to be quite firm even after providing the initial sink feeling. What you need is a spring tension… Read More

Which bed base / frame to buy

Hi Lindy,   Thanks for your question.   The difficulty with providing advice as to the most suitable base for your Hypnos mattress is that they do not disclose full details of construction and upholstery for any of their models.   Having said that our… Read More

Type of bed base

Hi Lindy,   Thank you for your enquiry via our website.  There is no reason why you cannot use such a base with a pocket sprung mattress, however, please bear in mind that the level of support is likely to be more springy and not… Read More

Comparable mattress to Beautyrest without heat retention issues?

Hi there, Thank you for your question. I have searched the internet for specific details of the Beautyrest Plush Pillow Top you refer to with little success. This makes providing details of any comparison in terms of construction and upholstery, impossible. The details of the Beautyrest Black confirm that it… Read More

Mattress recommendation- gel? latex? pocket sprung?

Hi Nadia,   Thanks for your question.   memory foam relies on heat retention in order to adapt to your body movements. This is the main reason many people encounter heat issues.   We aren’t currently retailing Foam or Latex mattresses for at least 16 weeks… Read More

Can pocket sprung mattress be put on slatted wooden bed frame?

Hi Rosie, Thank you for your question. There is no reason why a pocket sprung mattress cannot be placed upon a slatted bed frame. However, we always advocate placing some form of barrier, usually in the form of thin (3-5mm) MDF sheeting over the slats. This will make any… Read More

Are Ottoman beds good for someone overweight?

Hi there, Ottoman bases have a platform top, similar to a basic platform topped divan and are made to withstand body weights of up to 22 stones. Our ottoman bases are fitted with gas struts which are sufficient to hold the weight of our heaviest mattresses when lifted. Read More

Further info for recommendation

Hi again, I would suggest that you view the Origins Pocket 1500, which will provide an initial sink with an overall medium feel. Alternatively, if your budget permits, please view the Artisan 1500 in our range as this in a medium spring tension will provide with the right support… Read More

Choice of Artisan Mattress

Hi Rob, With your particular body weights I would concur with your assertion that a medium spring tension would be best. BodyweightSpring tension Upto 16 Stone / 50-101kgMedium (1.4mm) 16 Stone / 101kg UpwardsFirm (1.6mm) Available in Bespoke Products (Please Call)Soft (1.2mm) This will provide the appropriate support and in… Read More

unboxing

Hi Mina,   There are no specific guidelines in this respect, although I would think that the sooner the better in order for the product to breathe and develop to the final shape as soon as possible. I would suggest that you contact the manufacturer to see if… Read More