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Problems with Hypnos mattress after two weeks

Hi Ron,   Thank you for your question.  We would not recommend this particular Hypnos mattress due to the fact that it is a pillowtop mattress. The problem with pillowtops is that once the comfort layers settle, as all upholstery does over time, there will… Read More

Problems with Hypnos mattress after two weeks

Hi Ron. Experimenting with Memory Foam mattresses eh? I’m tempted to say “prepare yourself for yet another fall”. Let’s look at what potentially went wrong. Your Hypnos mattress was replaced within a matter of weeks for a Slumberland Orthofirm Deluxe. The analogy of this alone would… Read More

John Lewis Elite Cashmere mattress questions

Hi Prabh. Thanks for your comment. Most Bed Manufacturers base their spring count on a kingsize mattress and the most springs you can get into a kingsize is 2000.  If a mattress has a lot more springs then they do not have very much fillings. Our… Read More

Can you please help with mattress choice?

Hi Martin, Thank you for your question. Out of these three I personally would opt for the Harrisons paradise 5000. Even though it is a pillowtop and obviously one sided – the Harrisons pillowtop incorporates mini springs encased by upholstery. There is another comment here about the Harrisons Paradise… Read More

What is the best bed for holiday lettings?

Hi Karen. Thank you for your question. I’m afraid you will need separate protectors for the different combinations. Once the two Zip and Link mattresses are zipped together with the join in the center you will not be able to fit two single protectors on, you will indeed… Read More

Will there be a label on a Divan base?

Hi C. Divan Bases do not usually come with a manufacturers label. John and Ryan.

Questions on Dreams Kensington mattress

Hi Jit. The Kensington at £1899 for the kingsize mattress equivalent Staples mattress can be found online for about £500 less. however, that does not mean that the lower priced model is ‘worth it’.  If you are serious about this model I would personally wait a couple of weeks to… Read More

Vi Spring mattress has funny smell

Hi Jan. You have to bear in mind that shop models have been tried and tested by hundreds of people and can at times be completely broken in and therefore can indicate what it will be like in a few months time. Your comment on the Vi Spring mattress… Read More

Best mattress for allergies and asthma

Hi Fiona. I am well familiar with the John Lewis Ortho’s. If you are certain your daughter would like a firm bed i would recommend taking a look at our Origins Reflex mattress. Origins Reflex 1750gsm Very soft Polyester 2One inch reflex foam layer 3270gsm Polyester 4One inch reflex… Read More

Help on Artisan Naturals spring tension

Hi Anthony, Thank you for your question. As a further note of comparison, nip out to Furniture Village or other good stockist of Vi Spring beds and have a look at their Regal Superb as a similar feel to our Artisan Naturals.   John Ryan By Design Artisan NaturalsVi… Read More