With so many brands, mattress options and storage options available, buying a new bed can be a daunting decision. We are all different and a great nights sleep is crucial to our well-being - especially being as we all spend around one third of our lives in bed!
To get the best nights sleep, you'll need a mattress thats perfectly suited to you, your sleeping position and your pressure points. Orthopaedic mattresses are great for those who suffer from pain and discomfort in their backs and joints as they provide much-needed support to aid a restful nights sleep. Alternatively you might opt for a soft to medium feel mattress that you can sink in to. The choice is yours.
Then there's the base - whether you want a storage bed with drawers, a lift up ottoman storage bed or just a basic divan base without storage, you're sure to find a great place to retreat to in our collection.
Now all you need to find is the right pillow and quilt for your new bed! Whether you are looking for a fluffy fibre filled pillow that you can sink into after a hard day or a firmer supportive feel that memory foam or Tempur products can bring, getting your pillow just right can save you from waking with neck ache in the morning!
Take a look at our handy bed buying guide below and make the decision thats right for you!
Choose your base...
Solid Top/Platform Edge. An upholstered top with no springs give this mattress a very firm surface to lie on. The mattress will feel firmer as a result.
Sprung Edge. Consisting of a layer of pocket springs to provide zonal support accross the body, on top of a foam layer which is encased in a wooden frame. The springs can open and compress, for a softer feel than a solid top base would provide.
True Edge. A complete open coil or pocket spring unit thats fully sprung, edge to edge, allowing mattress and base springs to mould to the contours of your body whilst also increasing the durability of your mattress.
Consider your sleeping position when choosing your mattress...
Front Sleepers. The elbow, rib cage, thigh, knees and toes are all sensitive to pressure when sleeping on your front and sleeping on your front tends to require more support than side sleepers because of the sensitivity of these pressure points. A firmer feeling mattress is best as this will provide more support and help to maintain your natural alignment, preventing your body from sinking into the mattress, and arching your spine as you sleep, thus giving you back ache in the morning. Pocket springs distribute your weight evenly and contain individual pocket springs to provide varying levels of support to the various pressure points to keep you comfortable. A Medium-Firm mattress is ideal. Be careful not to select a mattress that is too firm as this will not allow your spine to fall into its natural position, which can cause discomfort.
Side Sleepers. A common sleeping position, many people sleep best in the foetal position. However there are pressure points a plenty when sleeping on your side so you need a mattress that will support you best. The ear, shoulder, elbow, hip, thigh, leg and heel are all sensitive to pressure when sleeping on your side. A medium or medium soft mattress is better suited to side sleepers as this allows the mattress to follow the contour of your body whilst keeping the spine aligned for maximum comfort and support. Combination mattresses are ideal for side sleepers as the traditional springs provide much needed support whilst a pressure relieving top layer keeps you comfortable. Gel mattresses are also ideal as these offer support whilst cradling round your unique shape.
Back Sleepers. Beneficial for spinal alignment, sleeping on your back keeps your spine in its neutral position and not contorted. Pocket spring mattresses are ideal for back sleepers as they contain individual pocket springs to provide tailored support to the various pressure points on your body. For back sleepers, the buttocks, shoulder, elbow, heels and back of head will all be sensitive to pressure. The pocket springs also distribute weight evenly which can prevent roll together. A firm or orthopaedic mattress is best and will gently support your back and joints, without allowing your midsection to sink in, thus maintaining your spines neutral position.
Buying Tips...
Size is important. Be sure to invest in the largest bed possible for your room size and budget. The bigger the better! Make sure you have sufficient room to open drawers and if you have bedside tables on either side be mindful that with the bedside tables in place accessing the drawers contents may be problematic. Ottoman or 2 foot drawer options are often preferred in this case. For smaller rooms or rooms where storage is in short supply, ottoman beds utilise the full base for storage, giving you plenty of room to store clothing, shoes, handbags or other lightweight items.
Mattress Size Guide
Width
Length
Small Single
75cm
190cm
Single
90cm
190cm
Small Double
120cm
190cm
Double
135cm
190cm
Kingsize
150cm
200cm
Superking Size
180cm
200cm
All sizes shown are UK standard.
Try before you buy - We would always recommend trying before you buy, making sure you always try all your sleeping positions not just lying on your back.
Take some time to try the mattresses. You spend alot of your life in bed, so it is very important that you make the right choice for to suit your needs, try a few different types of mattress.
If you share a bed, then take your partner with you to try the bed, it is very important that the bed suits both of you.
Dont forget to pick the right accessories - Be sure to invest in mattresses and pillows that all work together to give you optimum support. Whether you are looking for soft, fluffy pillows or firm supportive pillows, or a comfortable memory foam or pocket spring mattress, finding products that complement each other will make a world of difference to your sleep quality. If you have the luxury of trying this item before you buy, try your required bed frame with the mattress type of your choosing for the best results.
Choosing the right duvet for the time of year is always vital. Eliminate tossing and turning from getting too hot or too cold by selecting the right tog size. Goosedown duvets provide warmth without weight and are naturally light and breathable to keep you comfy on those cold winter nights. Microfibre filled duvets on the other hand are also lightweight but in addition often compress down sufficiently to allow you to put your duvet in the washing machine at home. For guidance on choosing the right pillows and duvet for the best nights sleep, refer to our handy guide by clicking here
Caring for your mattress - After delivery of your mattress make sure you air it for about 4 hours, this will allow the mattress to freshen from storage, it is also to important to air a mattress on a weekly basis. Make sure you don't use any plastics on or under your mattress as this can cause condensation, we would always recommend the use of a mattress protector or topper.
Sprung mattresses, to keep the mattress in the best condition and make it last as long as possible it is important that you turn the mattress on a regular basis to ensure to make sure you prevent dips or uneven sleeping areas.
Latex and Memory foam, These mattresses generally only have one sleeping side so no turning is required but to ensure the long life of the mattress it is advised to rotate the mattress on a monthly basis.
