Advice on Hestia Pocket memory mattresses

Hi Heidi.

I can’t seem to recall ever saying Memory Foam tops would shorten the life of a mattress.

I am a keen advocate of toppers (of any sort) on all mattresses.

I prefer the feather and down ones over all else though, and memory foam would be my last resort!

Are you referring to my built-in pillowtop remarks?

[Here] As you rightly picked up on, pocket springs are the best kind of spring support for all kinds of sleep positions, have been for a hundred years or so and (calico encased) is still the system of choice for all premium manufacturers.

Hestia as a brand is targetted to retail stores only (very unlikely you will see them for open sale on the internet) The finish and detailing on their premium range is relatively high.

– The content ..?

I would be inclined to do some basic comparisons particularly if budget is an issue.

I would be grateful if you could furnish me with prices you have been quoted for my own interest.

I believe you mean the B3000 (Latex and natural fillings – actual quantity not given as is the case with many manufacturers!)The V2150 has 70mm of memory foam on 2000 pocket springs (I am assuming you are meaning this as the V2000).

In any case, there is one aspect of your comment that really does need to be taken seriously – the weight difference between you and your husband.

It is going to be very difficult to find a mattress that is equally suitable for you both.

If he has the mattress that has the required support for him – you are going to find too firm.

And, vice versa, what is comfortable for you may be too soft and unsupportive for him.

I am assuming their L3000 or B3000 is utilising Air suspension pocket springs – this arrangement to me seems perfectly adequate for your weight differences.

I would, however, get the absolute lowdown on the B3000 model – you need to know if the fillings are substantial enough to withstand your husbands’ weight for a good number of years without prematurely collapsing.

Also, as a point of note, there are some Terms and Conditions that state the maximum bodyweight for a particular mattress is UP TO 18st.

You do not mention size.

It is always a good idea when replacing to get the biggest bed your room can comfortably accommodate.

Just because you had a double size (very small for two people sharing) does not mean you have to stick with that size.

A Kingsize (5′ x 6’6) should be the minimum for two people sharing.

Finally, as a shameless personal plug, I would put our Artisan Naturals up for your consideration.

This would be built precisely for you with both your requirements in mind – Medium (1.42mm) Calico springs on your half of the mattress and Extra Firm (1.70mm) springs on your hubby’s side.

If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the office on 0161 437 4419

Hope this helps.

John and Ryan.