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What mattress can I get on a low budget?

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

Do we have to be concerned about mattress weight on slats?

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

What is similar to the Staples Carnoustie mattress?

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

Problems with Monsterbeds mattress

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

Pillowtop mattress problems

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

MDF boards on slatted base

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

Help on new mattress for Vi Spring base

Hi Ann. The vast difference in bodyweight would suggest you opt for a ziplink model with a medium gauge spring for you and Firm gauge spring for your husband. BodyweightSpring tension Upto 16 Stone / 50-101kgMedium (1.4mm) 16 Stone / 101kg UpwardsFirm (1.6mm) Available in Bespoke Products (Please Call)Soft… Read More

Mattress for heavyweight

Hi Keith. Thank you for your question. In this case support really is key and if you get it wrong you will be paying the price. For now I would recommend you get a high density foam mattress (vac packed to take into account your access issues).  Look at… Read More

Husband fidgets – what mattress?

Hi Lisa, Thank you for your question. It sounds to me like you are really sensitive to the movements your husband makes. Generally, this affects people who are in too small a bed or the mattress is cage sprung. A zip & link mattress means that each side of the… Read More

John Lewis Naturals Yorkshire wool 7000 comparison

Hi Barbara,   Thanks for your question.   As you have mentioned the John Lewis range do not have associated GSM attributed to their models and so a precise comparison cannot be made. We however, fully disclose the full breakdown of all our products, as below. Read More