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Hi Lorraine. Under specification of this particular mattress the following guidance is given; “Silentnight Real Bedstead. Ideal for slatted bed frames but perfectly suitable for divan bases too.” From this I would take it as being Yes it is suitable for slatted bedframes. Personally, I would be inclined to bridge… Read More
Hi Chris. In all fairness to Hypnos this is not overly priced (around £750). It makes sense that if this is the mattress you were happy sleeping on it should be the one you get. The specification is a bit scrimpy on detail with just “..Cashmere and Wool… Read More
Hi Maddy, Thanks for your question. Around that budget, I’d recommend having a look at our Origins Pocket 1500. This is a traditional pocket sprung mattress with synthetic fillings. This model is very much a true medium in the top layers (also referred… Read More
Hi James. I can’t seem to be able to find any detail on the Utopia 2000. The closest match I can find shows a pillowtop model and I wonder if this is the same as yours? By the by, I think your first course of action would be to… Read More
Hi Jo, Thank you for your question. I would recommend a mattress from our Origins Range which are traditional pocket sprung mattresses with man made upholstery fillings. These mattresses are extremely good value for money. Each mattress has a different feel from the upholstery layers or… Read More
Hi Mike. My mattress sits quite happily on a bedframe but the compromise is a distinct lack of suspension properties as afforded by a sprung edge divan base. Your weight difference is a concern – 6st is not a nominal amount and therefore either Zip and Link or dual… Read More
Hi Anne, Thank you for getting in touch. I also tried to find The Carnoustie online but nothing whatsoever turns up. What we need to do is to find out the basic specification of the mattress in order to see what alternatives there are. It seems… Read More
Hi Mick, Thanks for your question. It seems a shame to go to further expense without at least trying to remedy what you already have. I had a quick look at the spec and all I can garner is that it is 2.5cm of memory foam (each side) on… Read More
Hi Liz, Thank you for your question. The crucial thing to know is how much your budget is. Both your weights do not require anything that is all singing and dancing – adequate support and adequate comfort should give you the basis of the mattress you both need. We have… Read More
Hi Peter, Thank you for getting in touch. If the gaps between the slats of your base exceed 3″ we advise that you board over your base completely using a 3-5mm piece of MDF or Plywood which creates an platform surface for your mattress to sit on. Also sometimes… Read More