Dear Sales support. we are looking to buy a new king sized mattress, probably an Artisan Tailored or else an Artisan Bespoke 004. My wife is 5'4" and 13 stones and I am 6'2" and 14 stones. we have an existing <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product-category/bases/" title="divan">divan</a> base (4 drawer) with sprung edge. can we sensibly re-use our existing base please?can you recommend the better format <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product-category/mattresses/" title="mattress" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">mattress</a> for our weights please?we both dislike the memory-foam type finish on beds. How long a lead time can we expect for the mattress after ordering?kind regards

Hi Derek, Thanks for your question. Based on your weights I would recommend a medium <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/pocket-spring-mattress-guide/" title="spring">spring</a> tension. [table id=7 /] The <a href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product/artisan-tailored-pocket-2000/">Artisan Tailored Pocket 2000</a> is more of a medium feeling model in the top layers but leans a bit more towards the firmer side of medium. The dual layered spring system here gives the <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product-category/mattresses/" title="mattress" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">mattress</a> that slightly firmer feel. The <a href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product/artisan-bespoke-004/">Artisan Bespoke 004</a> is very much a true medium in that top layer providing a slight sink but not too much. The Calico springs used in this model give it that more medium feel. <img src="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Artisan-bespoke-0040044-e1429563258303_600x400_acf_cropped_600x400_acf_cropped1.jpg" alt="" /> There's nothing wrong with reusing your <a class="wpil_keyword_link " href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product-category/bases/" title="base" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">base</a> if its in good order. We would only advise to replace the base if it's damaged in any way or no longer serves it's purpose. We believe in only recommending what you need rather than selling you additionals! The lead time for both these models is 4 weeks from every Thursday as that's when we send our orders for production. I hope this has answered your questions fully but if you do have any further queries please don't hesitate to contact our office on 0161 437 4419. Kind Regards, Lee.

Hi, Your website is really informative, thank you!I need a new king size mattress, I have had low back pain for a couple of years , very stiff on getting out of bed. My current mattress is a 10 yr old orthopaedic open coil kingsize, which I sleep on alone. I recently bought a new guest bedroom mattress in a hurry, an inexpensive <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/what-is-a-pocket-sprung-mattress/" title="pocket sprung">pocket sprung</a> firm ( healthopaedic by Highgate beds) , and after sleeping on this for a couple of nights my back is so much better that I feel like an idiot for not realising sooner!I now want to buy a better quality pocket sprung kingsize <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product-category/mattresses/" title="mattress" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">mattress</a> for me. I am 165cm tall, and weigh 67kg. I think I want a firm feeling ( but not hard) mattress with good cushioning( have used a 3cm <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/memory-foam-2/" title="memory foam">memory foam</a> topper for a year or so). I have looked in local chain and independent shops (do not live close to a furniture village or <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/john-lewis-mattress-comparisons-alternatives/" title="John Lewis">John Lewis</a>), the only mattress I have found which looked well made and felt comfortable is a Dreamworks Portobello Supreme, which has 2400 springs (presumably in 2 layers) , cotton and cashmere, hand stitched sides etc. However they couldn't tell me a lot more in the shop about it, and their website doesn't detail the construction.it is on sale for <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/whats-the-best-mattress-for-750/" title="£750">£750</a>. Have you any opinions about how this would compare to either your Artisan 1500 or <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product/artisan-naturals/" title="Artisan Naturals">Artisan Naturals</a>, which are the two I am considering on your site?Many thanks Paula

Hi Paula,Thank you for your question.Unfortunately I can find no discernable information about the Portobello mattress or its internal components. It is all very light on detail, for example it doesn't state anywhere how much cashmere there is, if its an insulator pad or loose as a <a class="wpil_keyword_link " href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/what-are-comfort-layers-in-mattresses/" title="comfort layer" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">comfort layer</a>.For your weight I'd recommend a medium <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/pocket-spring-mattress-guide/" title="spring">spring</a> tension and not a firm. Unless you're pushing 17 stone or you want a punishingly firm sleep, medium is more than sufficient to give you the correct support.[table id=7/]Too firm a bed means your awkwardly lying on top of a <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product-category/mattresses/" title="mattress" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">mattress</a> and your body has to do all the moulding, sometimes resulting in stiffness or soreness. Ideally the mattress should do the moulding to you.The <a href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product/artisan-1500/">Artisan 1500</a> and <a href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product/artisan-naturals/">Artisan Naturals</a> are excellent models and I wouldn't even compare them to the Portobello. I doubt you could get the same components for less than our list price so at <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/whats-the-best-mattress-for-750/" title="£750">£750</a> in my experience that mattress will contain significantly high levels of synthetic fibre. The difference between the 1500 and Naturals is the percentage of natural fibres.The Artisan 150 has 53% natural fibre and the Artisan Naturals has a whopping 85% <a href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/all-about-mattress-upholstery/">natural fibre</a> and calico encased pocket springs - real luxury top end bed territory such as vispring and savoir.As advised above, a medium spring tension in either of these will more than support you and then decide based on budget whether its the more natural model you prefer.<img src="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Artisan-natural-mattress.jpg" />Any further questions please give us a call on 0161 437 4419.Kind regards Julie

I urgently need to buy a replacement mattress for my elderly parents - I'm thinking 100% latex?Their new sprung divan & pocket mattress is only 2-3 yrs old & has been an extremely expensive failure. The mattress Is too high & the edge has sagged alarmingly where they sit on rising/retiring. To get the correct overall bed height, I'm looking for a 20cm approx <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product-category/mattresses/" title="mattress" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">mattress</a> to get the right overall height. Dunlopillo is useless at the moment because Relyon (the new D. supplier as of last week, apparently) know nothing about their new range & haven't even got a website up yet. My parents both weigh about 12.5 stone. What do you suggest?

Hi Diane,Thanks for getting in touch.Unfortunately dunlopillo is in fact changing hands and, I'm told, completely relaunching their products.Latex is a fantastic <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product-category/mattresses/" title="mattress" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">mattress</a> material for pressure relief but not so much for firm edge support. If you're looking for a firm edge to the mattress however its not the best material as you only get a firm edge if you include other materials such as firm foam or edge support which then negates the true benefit of a solid core piece of latex. Latex will sag on the edge when you sit on it as it works as a once piece material. If you sit on the edge you simply dont have enough latex to provide support. It also is designed to be laid upon ie the entire piece of latex support your entire weight spread out, not concentrated on an edge. Only a part latex part foam mattress will provide this firmer edge, but theres compression and sagging issues when you mix synthetic foam with <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/latex-as-a-comfort-layer-2/" title="Natural Latex">Natural Latex</a> which compresses and ages at different rates.Confused?!I bet.If you need a firm edge I'd recommend our <a href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product/origins-pocket-latex-1500/">origins latex pocket sprung traditional mattress</a>.It will be a medium feel but have the fimer edge.<img src="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Origins-Latex-Layers-2-300x300.jpg" /> [table id=15/]I wouldnt recommend a solid core latex with a firm edge for the mixing of synthetic foam reasons above.In a quality springs/" title="pocket spring">pocket spring</a> this firm edge is made in a far better method that will last.If you have any other queries please give us a call on 0161 437 4419 to discuss.Kind regards, Amy.

Hi my sixteen year old son suffers from severe eczema and has allergies, he prefers a soft mattress and I am due to purchase one. He is light in weight and was wondering what kind would you recommend?Submitted on 2015/01/10 at 14:51 My son has a severe skin problem and is light in weight, he is sixteen. He prefers a soft <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product-category/mattresses/" title="mattress" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">mattress</a> and he would prefer one that is not too warm in temperature. Which one do you suggest?My budget is between £300 and <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/whats-the-best-500-mattress/" title="£500">£500</a> for a single.

Hi Monika,Thank you for your question.Before making any suggestions regarding a suitable mattress, we would need to know what your son is specifically allergic to and also what his actual body weight is?However, we do display all the components of our <a href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/are-you-allergic-to-mattress-fibres/">mattresses</a> on our site in order for potential purchasers to make a personal, informed and educated decision. In regard to individual allergic reactions, it would be up to the buyer to establish for him/herself whether or not the product is suitable for them.Mattresses that are more suitable for people with allergies are made of 100% <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/latex-as-a-comfort-layer-2/" title="Natural Latex">Natural Latex</a> as latex mattresses do not harbor dustmites etc.Please call our office on 0161 437 4419 to provide more specific information regarding body weight and what <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/hypoallergenic-mattresses-beds-explained/" title="allergies">allergies</a> your Son has in order for us to provide further information.Kind regards Julie

Hi there, I've recently bought a Hypnos mattress from John lewis with 1200 pocket springs and its double sided. Its a mix of polyester and wool. My problem is that after about two days there is a sort of dip/slight sag in the middle where I sleep. Do you think this is just settling of the <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product-category/mattresses/" title="mattress" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">mattress</a>?Its on a sprung slatted <a class="wpil_keyword_link " href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product-category/bases/" title="base" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">base</a>, and the slats are almost 4 inches apart and its a standard single mattress. So I thought its pretty odd that its started to have a sort of hump within a few days?Do you think the mattress springs could be pushing through the big 4 inch gap between my slats?Also, what would be the best solution, perhaps plywood or do I really need a much better base. I look forward to hearing your response.

Hi, All mattresses are subject to settlement, the norm is 2-3cm, however, it does seem pretty unusual to occur so quickly after purchase.The first thing to do is contact the store from which you purchased the mattress and advise them of the issue.You should also ask what the tolerance is with that particular mattress.[recommended-product post="646449"]The slats on your base are further apart than we would expect and in this instance, we would suggest placing some peg board or thin MDF over the slats and also try turning and rotating the <a class="wpil_keyword_link" href="https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/product-category/mattresses/" title="mattress" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">mattress</a>.If these actions do not resolve the issue at all, go back to the store and request a replacement or refund.I trust that this helps, if you have any further questions please call the office on 0161 437 4419kind regards Mike.

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