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Should I use a sprung edge divan with memory foam?

Hi Ray,   Thanks for your question.   A sprung base acts as a shock absorber for the mattress but also gives it extra support.   Whereas a solid platform top base will firm up the feel of the mattress, a sprung base will… Read More

Can you put a memory foam mattress on a bedstead?

Hi Christine. Do you mean a sprung slatted bedframe? If so, ask the retailer who supplied the mattress if this will be oK. We would normally recommend placing thin 3-5mm boards of MDF or hardboard over sprung slatted bases, as they can sometimes create problems in certain mattresses. Kind… Read More

How to stop a bed bowing in the middle?

Why this happens: the hump-back bridge effect explained What you are describing is one of the most common bed complaints we hear about and it has a very specific cause. Most slatted bed frames include a central support bar that runs lengthways down the middle of the frame from… Read More

Problems with Dreams mattress

Hi Liz. As you have probably read countless times throughout this site we are not keen advocates of any kind of Memory Foam mattress. You are right to deduce that the weight difference between your husband and yourself should be a primary consideration of your choice – Obviously pocket… Read More

Sleepeezee Lincoln comparisons?

Hi Maggie. I agree, but bear in mind the support has to be right for your bodyweights. All mattresses that sit on a firm base (slats/platform top divan) will indeed feel firmer than those on a spring edged divan. I would consider our Origins Latex as it is latex (a… Read More

Topper advice for Artisan Bespoke

Hi Robert. Its a good topper for a good price. £150 is not particularly expensive. If you look at the Vi Spring Coronet mattress you will see that the upholstery element on top of the 1300gsm insulating layer is “two layers of 300gsm British fleece wool and… Read More

Is Silentnight mattress same as your Origins mattress?

Hi Geoff. I think you know of our disdain towards Silentnight. For a similar amount you can get our Origins 1500 or 2000. Full two sided mattresses. The Neptune is described as: Built with two indulgent layers of springs – 750 Miracoil springs, for perfect body support in all… Read More

Do you deliver mattresses to Aberdeen?

Hi Belinda. Yes we do deliver to Aberdeen and I am pleased to say there is no delivery charge to pay. Please see the details of our delivery page here. Kind Regards Gary

What is the black material on the divan base?

Hi Christine. Unfortunately, we are unable to supply. However, there are a couple of places on ebay or online (fabric merchants) who do offer this product for sale. Alternatively, there is no reason whatsoever to use this for the bed base. It is only acting… Read More

Would latex be the preferred mattress topper?

Hi Ben.   Thank you for your enquiry, I think you get the record for the longest comment left on the site!  The upshot of this is your £500 – £700 falls into a mid price range so spend it wisely.  To demonstrate this, just have a… Read More