Looking for a bed for person who is 13 stone and has a bad back?

Hi Jan,

Thanks for your question.

Pocket sprung mattresses are generally considered to be the better option as you get support from the spring inside and then the fillings sitting atop those springs providing you with the comfort layer.

At your body weights we would match you with a Medium spring tension to get the right level of support;

Anyone with existing pains need to avoid anything too firm in the top layers; The old advice was to choose a firm mattress but these days it simply isn’t true.

As such we’d be advising to go for more of a medium in the top layers providing a slight sink but not too much. Have a look at our Origins Pocket 1500 and our Artisan Naturals. Both have that medium top layer with the only difference being that the Artisan Naturals is constructed with 85% natural fillings. Natural filings provide a cool sleep surface; Ideal for anyone who identifies as a hot sleeper.

Any new mattress will feel firmer to start with as the spring system nor the fillings have been compressed. You do need to give the new purchase at least 4-6 weeks to get a true and accurate feel for it. This is the main reason that we offer our 60 day love it or return it guarantee.

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.