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Origins Platform and headboard dimension

Dear Colin, Thank you for your enquiry. The hight of the headboard is 54 inches and will add approx 1 1/2 inches to the length of the base when it is installed on the Origins Platform base. [recommended-product post=”646449″] If your flooring is carpet then we will put… Read More

Dimensions of the double ottoman bed?

Hi Jo, Thank you for your enquiry. The dimensions for the Ottoman base in a double size are 4 ft 6 inches x 6 ft 3 inches (137 cm x 190 cm). The height of this base is 15 inches (40 cm) with an additional 2 inches (5… Read More

Slatted base and pocket sprung mattress

Hi Eileen, Thank you for your enquiry. If the space between the slats on your bed base is greater than 3 inches we would recommend boarding over the slats with MDF or Plywood. This gives the mattress a uniform surface and will stop the springs from settling into… Read More

I need to buy a new mattress for my slatted double size bed.

Hi Janine, Thank you for your question. If the gaps between the slats are less than 3 inches (7.6cm) it is not essential to board over the base with mdf or plywood.  If the gaps exceed 3 inches one option is to purchase additional slats from a local hardware… Read More

Why change our mattress?

Hi Jon, Thank you for your question. In short, there is no need to change your mattress if it is still performing to a suitable standard for you regardless of what some retailers may say. If your mattress has a 30 year guarantee, with the correct… Read More

Contract Mattresses and Bed Frames

Hi Jade Heaviside Thanks for your question, Unfortunately, we don’t provide any contract beds. Our mattresses and bed bases at John Ryan By Design are not Crib 5. All our mattresses conform to standard British fire regulations, as explained here I hope this helps.

Dimensions for Ottoman base for our existing mattress

Hi Ian, Thank you for your question. Our Ottoman Bases have a storage depth of 25cm and measure 40cm overall height inclusive of castors. Our Ottoman bases are perfect for those people who need the most storage space from their base. With a front lift construction method, supported by… Read More

Loaf mattresses vs John Ryan By Design which are better?

Hi Nico, Thanks for your question asking us to compare our Hand Made mattress models to Loaf’s mattresses. It’s really promising to see that they have given you the GSM. Hooray! We have been championing other retailers to finally disclose what’s in their mattresses for years. Hopefully, Loaf will… Read More

Premier Inn beds, what are the pros and cons of a no turn mattress ?

Hi Allan Hobday, Thanks for taking the time to ask a question, Pillow topped mattresses (no turn mattresses) in general tend to be very soft in the comfort layer with medium support in the spring tension. This is the most popular combination as it covers the widest range of… Read More

Q1:single cool mattress for single bed

Hi Elizabeth, Thank you for your question. At 11 stone you would need to opt for a medium spring tension to support this individuals body weight. Spring TensionWire diameter (Gauge)Weight Range Soft1.2mmBespoke Tension (Please Call) Medium1.4mmUpto 16 stone Firm1.6mm16 stone plus Extra Firm / Orthopaedic1.9mm20 stone plus The Artisan… Read More