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Questions about latex versus natural fibres

Hi Jeremy,   Thanks for getting in touch and asking one of the most frequent of questions!   What’s the difference between a traditional mattress and a contemporary latex mattress? The answer is that they are very different in the way they react and behave for a… Read More

Questions about Vi Spring mattress topppers

Hi Michelle, By combination mattress I’m assuming you’re referring to split tensions of springs. Based on your weight difference I’m not sure why they gave this advice as I would recommend that your half of the bed was on a soft spring, for your weight and your partner on… Read More

Can you advise on the mattress spring tension that suits me?

Hi Carl, I note you have narrowed your search down, but aside from the mattresses from our range that you mention, you have not indicated which others you have chosen, so comparisons cannot be provided. If the firmer feel is required, with your body weight the Origins Pocket 2000 would… Read More

Harrison's spinks sirocco 9750 questions

Hi Nicola, Thank you for getting in touch. I note that the Sirocco has a pocket sprung box top above the main mattress and we would usually deter people from purchasing any form of mattress which has an attached top, usually described as a “pillow top”. This is because… Read More

How to soften a pocket sprung mattress that is too firm?

Hi Lisa, Thanks for getting in touch. Some people find memory foam and all foams much warmer than say a traditional pocket sprung mattress. [recommended-product post=”627314″]   We do have a range of Natural Latex toppers which would soften the top layer that said… Read More

Which mattress for very lightweight person

Hi Andy, Thank you for your question. Given your body weights, I would suggest that you look at the Origins Comfort 1000 which comes with a medium spring tension so will provide you with a slightly firmer support but with a slightly softer top layer to provide you with the… Read More

Mattress help for arthritis sufferer

Hi Barbara, Our Origins Pocket Reflex 1000 or Origins Pocket Latex 1500 may be suitable for you and provide you with a firm but comfortable feel. Alternatively, if your budget permits, the Artisan 1500 with a firm tension spring may be suitable. All are able to be used with… Read More

Soft mattress for a light person

Hi Marg, I Thanks for getting in touch. Your sleeping habits/personal preference will then determine how you would like the mattress to feel in the comfort layers. This is where you will achieve the feel you are looking for (soft/medium/firm). Do you know if you have a preference for a… Read More

Problems with memory foam mattress

Hi Toni,   Thanks for your question.   Given the issues that you disclose it could well be that a mattress topper will solve the issue.   We don’t retail memory foam ourselves as we get a lot of feedback that memory foam is far too… Read More

What is similar to the Hypnos beethoven mattress?

Hi Julie, Thanks for your question. Given your body weights, preferred feel and budget I would recommend our Artisan Naturals in a medium tension. John Ryan By Design Artisan NaturalsVi Spring Regal Superb 11200gsm Blended British Fleece Wool and Cotton.900gsm Blended real Shetland Isle Fleece Wool and Cotton… Read More