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Access issues when buying a superking mattress

Paul asked
26th April 2015

Hi, I am keen to buy a new superking mattress for our upstairs master bedroom. I was about to purchase when I read this on your (excellent) website:
“Always bear in mind the access route from the front door through to the bedroom. SKS matts need at least 6’2 clearance from approx the fifth step to any overhang and without any sharp twists on the stairwell. Our matts do not bend!”
Our stairwell does not meet these clearance requirements – overhang too low (thanks for the heads-up) so I am wondering how to proceed. I don’t want to buy another cheap rolled mattress (that’s how we managed the first time). Could be buy two large singles? Are there good quality matts that do bend? Any and all suggestions welcomed.

1 Answer
JohnRyanLtd
answered 9 years ago

Hi Paul,

Thanks  for your question.

I am glad that the advice regarding clearance was spotted by you prior to purchase, it could be an expensive mistake to make.

The best option available to you is a super king size zip and link mattress set and bases (if required). These would, when zipped together, provide you with a standard super king size bed, which can be separated, if required, into two 3ft x 6ft6in single beds. In addition, with our Artisan range, you could, if necessary opt for different spring tensions on each mattress to suit your individual body weights and preferred feel.

BodyweightSpring tension
Upto 16 Stone / 50-101kgMedium (1.4mm)
16 Stone / 101kg UpwardsFirm (1.6mm)
Available in Bespoke Products (Please Call)Soft (1.2mm)

As far as your query in respect of quality mattresses bending is concerned, I would advise that if you are opting for a pocket sprung mattress, although there is a degree of flexibility, any excessive bending is likely to cause damage to the springs and any internal frame, which is why we would always advise zip and link mattresses where access is limited.

I trust that this helps, but if you require any further advice prior to ordering, please contact our office on 0161 437 4419.

Kind Regards Gary

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