The mattress is the most important part of the bed and directly affects your comfort and wellbeing. It’s worth looking at the various types and considering what will suit you.
mattress filling
bonnell spring mattress – classic
This is your traditional mattress with everyday springs. They comprise an unchanging unit which is complemented by a wide variety of upholstery fillings to offer different feels.
See our Tulip, Hyacinth, Poppy and Lotus beds.
bonnell spring mattress – ortho
Orthopaedic mattresses are firmer than traditional beds. Sometimes they use firmer upholstery to achieve this, others use bonnell springs at a different gauge, usually 12.5 gauge. Ortho qualities can also be found in pocket spring and patented spring system mattresses.
See our Violet, Aster, Magnolia and Honeysuckle beds.
pocket spring mattress
The springs are each contained within their own individual fabric pocket. This pocket system is hailed as particularly comfortable, as the springs can follow the movement of the sleeper. The number of pocket springs in a mattress can vary; the higher the spring count, the greater support and comfort.
See our Carnation, Jasmine and Iris beds.
Please note: a sprung slatted base works better than a slatted base with pocket spring mattresses.
exclusive spring system mattress
Special spring systems have benefits such as preventing partners rolling together while sleeping, especially where one is much heavier than the other. You will be amazed at the difference one of these can make to the quality of your sleep.
See our Cosmos, Begonia, Freesia and Lily beds.
memory foam combination mattress
Memory foam offers full support to the entire body, with no pressure points. The body sinks into the foam, and the foam retains an impression of the body, which many people find very comfortable and conducive to undisturbed sleep.
Memory foam works in harmony with a spring system, as this gives underlying support. A combination for many people represents the best of both worlds: the comfort of memory foam, with the extra support of springs beneath.
See our Bamboo 1200 bed.
Please note, some people can find foam beds warm.
mattress cover type
Once upon a time every quality bed was tufted. Then came the revolution…now you can also choose matramatic and microquilting and the new high loft beds. For more information on the various types, see the Tips page.
mattress size
All Furniture Expressions mattresses come in a choice of sizes.
If you’re buying for adults, the advice is always to buy the largest bed you can as this contributes to better sleep; the more your body can move around while you’re sleeping, the more comfortable you will be.
Buy a king size mattress (150cm wide) rather than a standard double (135cm) if you can, and a super-king size (180cm) is best of all.
For a child, while 90cm is the standard width, an older child would certainly appreciate a small double (120cm wide) if you have the room.
Many Furniture Expressions mattresses come in all these sizes – a king size mattress (150cm) is an option on every single model.
Remember, sleep matters!! It affects how you feel during the day. Buying a mattress is an important decision affecting your wellbeing for years and years. Choose wisely.
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