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Do I need a sprung edge divan?

Hi Sheila,   Thank you for your question.     There’s no requirement to have a sprung edge base with a pocket sprung mattress. Some people prefer a sprung edge base as it give a deeper sink feeling to the mattress,… Read More

Is MDF moisture resistant

Hi Andrew,   Thanks for your question.   That certainly is a heavy mattress!   That said if the pegboard is going on sprung slats it’s the slats that will be taking the majority of the strain not the pegboard. If you think of the pegboard… Read More

Reinforced Victorian Brass Bed Frame mattress advice

Hi Philip, Thanks for your question. Our mattresses are suitable for nearly all bases providing the base is in good working order, ie it has no damage or springs poking through! Since its not a slatted base there is no need to board it over. We would advise that… Read More

Petite lady looking for a soft mattress

Hi Jules. So sorry to hear you’re struggling so much with your mattress. At your weight a medium will no doubt feel incredibly firm. Without knowing your budget its hard to pin point one model to recommend. However for your weight either our starter model the Origins Comfort, our… Read More

Latex mattress labelling help

Hi Pamela, The reference to D-68Kg/m3 refers to the density of the latex per cubic metre. Our nearest comparable is the Fusion 5. Fusion 5Dunlopillo Diamond CoverMicro-quilt John Ryan Cover with tape edged damask sides2cm quilted cover with Actipro 118cm 100% 70kg Natural Latex 14cm Latex (Density &… Read More

Budget foam mattress recommendations

Hi Lara,   Thanks for your question.   Unfortunately, you are restricted by your budget, which makes recommendation of a quality product difficult.   Likewise, I am unable to provide a balanced opinion on the products you have named as the details provided for each are quite vague.   As… Read More

Firm mattresses give me back pain

Hi Daniela, Thanks for getting in touch. The Healthopaedic mattress you have now is a mix of a firm spring unit and memory foam top layer. I can’t see any detail on the density of the memory foam but one can assume it’s softer than a… Read More

Will sprung slats break?

Hi Katie, Thanks for your question about slatted bed bases and heavier high end mattresses. You’re right in knowing that with most slatted bases you may need to board them over. The application of the MDF sheeting will provide a uniform surface upon which your mattress… Read More

Zip and link beds for holiday home

Hi Nikki, The mattress that we usually recommend for B + B’s and holiday homes is the Origins Pocket Reflex 1000, which for an extra king zip and link set (including base) is £1015.00 and two single headboards are £275. The mattress is recommended because it is suitable for… Read More

Topper for Artisan 004 Zip and Link Mattress

Hi Margaret, A topper should be added for comfort, but should only be purchased if you find the mattress purchased not to be as comfortable as expected. The advice to hold off until you have settled into your new mattress is for economic purposes, as you may find it… Read More