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Carpetright sales?

Hi Adrian. Thank you so much for verifying this. As you so rightly say – it is is scandalous. The sad thing is, is that many people are taken in by it. The same is true with sofas and other large ticket items where the consumer has no idea of… Read More

Sealy simply firm mattress on sale?

Hi Jane.   Thank you for your enquiry. As you’ve read through the site you will know our views on Sealy and Silentnight et al. Firstly it is ludicrous to think that this is a bargain and moreover if you think it is ‘worth’ anywhere near the £698.00 they say… Read More

Pillowtop mattress opinions

Hi Dave.   Many thanks for adding your views. The ‘premature’ wear and tear refers mainly to a pillow top that is made up of a polyester layer. A pillow top with a latex layer would indeed be far durable and of course, would not make any difference… Read More

Help on mattresses in The Algarve

Hi Brian, As we have said countless times throughout this site you will not find the details you require because manufacturers [with the exception of Vi-Spring to some extent] purposefully do not want you to know! What would happen if these essential details you are requesting were openly published? Firstly,… Read More

Salus memory pocket 1200 mattress

Hi Maggie. the three matts you are looking at are all pretty similar memory foam matts (except the Adele being Reflex or other supportive foam rather than memory foam) and so the way to choose which is best is to break down the internal parts to see who is offering… Read More

Heat issues with memory foam mattress

Hi Gill,   Thanks for your question.   As you know Memory Foam is really heat retentive, it is your body heat that softens the foam to make it adjust to your contours.   No mattress will be able to relieve your symptoms totally, although steps can be taken to… Read More

Zip and link mattresses with one topper

Hi Dave,   Thanks for the follow up.   Good choice – You are always better going for a completely separate detachable topper as you can increase the lifespan of the mattress.     Look forward to seeing you next week. If you have any… Read More

Is Breasley Flexcell mattress compatible with bedstead?

Hi Ian, Thank you for your question. Pocket springs ideally like a flat cushioned surface.  However, this does not mean that they can’t be used on slatted bed frames.  Personally I would opt for the solid slats to keep the mattress flat or place a piece of MDF over the… Read More

Orthopaedic mattress sagging after 4 years

Hi Lowri.   Thank you for your enquiry.  At your husband body weight he is borderline between the medium spring tension and the firm spring tension but given his height, I would recommend a medium spring tension to give him the correct level of support.  As you… Read More

mattress suitable for different weights

Hi Jane.   Please give the office a call on 0161 437 4419. We know exactly what questions to ask you and with your bodyweights being on the light side it may not be necessary to go to the expense of the latex mattress.   Kind Regards