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About Grade B clearance mattresses

Hello, Thank you for your question. Firstly, the falcon mattress gives practically zero detail about the mattress other than its just foam. It looks like its a spin off of the popular ‘sports mattresses’ style of mattress which make no sense to me at all. Whether… Read More

Your thoughts on second hand Dunlopillo mattress

Hi Derrick,   Thank you for your question.  Firstly let me say that buying a second hand fully used mattress that’s been used for some time, ie not a show bed or clearance mattress, does carry some risks, such as the bed being beyond its life, for example over 5-7… Read More

80 vs 100 Latex?

Hi Euanne, The difference between the two is subtle but important. The 100% is the highest quality latex you can buy whereas the 80% is still high quality but at a slightly lower price point due to the blend. The difference in feel will be minimal, but the longevity… Read More

What is the best mattress for tall chap?

Hi Chris,   Thanks for your question.   I’ve had a look at that mattress and would provide the following advice;   Given the fact it gives you no real details about the tension, spring gauge or fillings other than ‘damask’ which is just a patterned material… Read More

Can I choose the fabric for the bed base?

>Hi James. First of all, there is no indication on the spring gauges Vi Spring use as Soft , Med or Firm. Their website and details give out a gauge – for example The Regal Superb is 1.28mm wire, however, this does not indicate whether it is Soft, Med, Firm. Read More

Help on memory foam mattress with pocket springs

Hi Karen,   Thank you for your enquiry.  The big difference between the Artisan Bespoke 002 and the Artisan Bespoke 004 is the spring unit. The Bespoke 002 has a two-layered spring construction making the overall feel softer in the support level which some people… Read More

MDF boards on slatted base

Hi Diane, We would always recommend placing some form of barrier between a mattress and slats, particularly with Latex mattresses to avoid the gaps in the slats creating ridges on the mattress and the mattress slipping into the spaces between the slats. Placing MDF on the slats would… Read More

Any info on Hypnos Orthos Latex mattress?

Hi Jay,   Apologies for the delay in responding we’ve had an incredibly busy new year. The issue with the orthos latex that you have probably uncovered is they give you no detail on the type of blend of Latex in the… Read More

Are there any reviews on Bensons Pillowtop mattress?

Hi Angie,   Thank you for your enquiry via our website.  Independent reviews of beds are incredibly hard to come by. Even the well known review magazines have been known to some extent to have sponsorship or affiliates. The only way to truly get an independent review is to privately… Read More

Can I use mattress directly on floor?

Hi Damian,   Thanks for your question.   We get asked this one a lot, Some people have questioned if there will be enough air circulation to prevent any damp issues.   We advise not to leave a mattress on the floor for any extended amount of time, as the… Read More