Will spacesaver slats compromise the feel of the matress?

Alex asked

9th August 2013

Hi, I found the article to be quite insightful, thank you. I am thinking about buying a space-saving (king size) bed (Tonga bed, Warren Evans) to pair with a John Lewis Ortho 1800 mattress. Since the bed frame is designed so as to maximise space usage, the mattress rests on solid slats set on top of the frame. I have always had sprung slats so I am a bit worried that the solid slats may compromise the comfort of the mattress. Would you say that the difference is substantial?

Also, would you advise using the old duvet/MDF solution in this scenario, too?

Ta, Alex >

1 Answer

Lee Staff

answered 11 years ago

Hi Alex.

I personally prefer solid slats to the sprung slats variety – keeping your mattress on an even keel.

The only thing missing from this design of the bed is any suspension qualities.

The difference in comfort between sprung slats and solid slats is minimal and should not be a concern.

Let me know if this works out for you.

John and Ryan.