Buying a double mattress - HELP

Tim_Deegan

Browntoa wrote: »

theres no way I would buy a mattress without trying it out

I'd go with Lynzpower, try out,shop around and find a small local independant shop.

If you buy online and you don't like the mattress then you have the expense (at least £20, assuming the supplier is amenable to taking it back if they consider it "used" as you tried it) of returning the item to the supplier.

Took me ages to find the right mattress, some were too hard, some too soft and some just plain uncomfortable !!

See post number 7, item 1


Also trying a bed out in a shop can only give you a rough idea. You need to sleep on it for a few nights to tell if it is the bed for you.

Browntoa

post 7 misses the expense of sending it back, and you cannot try it easily on ebay can you ???

distance selling rules say that you are entitled to a refund of the sale price for 7 days but that is just the purchase price, not the P+P

mine came from a small local shop, the guy was more than happy for me to return it if I really did'nt like it and it was delivered the same day for free

I would'nt buy a 3 piece suite off Argos or ebay for a similar reason

Tim_Deegan

Browntoa wrote: »

post 7 misses the expense of sending it back, and you cannot try it easily on ebay can you ???

distance selling rules say that you are entitled to a refund of the sale price for 7 days but that is just the purchase price, not the P+P

mine came from a small local shop, the guy was more than happy for me to return it if I really did'nt like it and it was delivered the same day for free

I would'nt buy a 3 piece suite off Argos or ebay for a similar reason

There are sellers on ebay who give a 100% satisfaction guarantee (including delivery cost), and they are far cheaper than high street prices.

Edinburghlass_2

As many of you will know, I don't sell beds but I would like to make it clear that the advice I give on here is therefore 100% impartial.

As a satisfied customer, twice, of https://www.mattressman.co.uk I can therefore give out this name and hope the information is helpful.

As lynzpower says do your research locally and then research online to see if you can order cheaper.

Tim_Deegan

If you look near the top of this page you will see the following:

Shopping Comparison Sites:</B> Kelkoo* | Pricerunner* | Shopping.com*

None of them have a very wide range of bed sellers, but they could give you an idea of a target price. I'm not sure about the other two, but Kellkoo also has reviews on the sellers which could be worth reading.

Browntoa

incidently , found this guide to buying a mattress on the John Lewis site

http://www.johnlewis.com/Home+and+Garden/Bedroom/+Mattresses+/8_Mattresses/Content.aspx

3 easy steps to choosing your mattress

Don’t compromise A good mattress can last up to 10 years or more, so it’s a serious investment. But you should buy the best you can afford - when you think that every £100 you spend on a mattress represents just 2.7p a night over 10 years, it’s a small price to pay. John Lewis mattresses are made exclusively for us by leading UK manufacturers so they all offer exceptional quality and remarkable value.

Try before you buy If you are buying a bedstead and divan separately we recommend you seek advice from a selling assistant in one of our shops. It is important to test the mattress on your chosen bedstead or divan in order to ensure they achieve your desired comfort level. And it is only by sampling a few different mattresses that you can fully appreciate the difference between levels of support and different types of mattress.

Match mattress to base Our mattresses and bases are designed to complement each other. The right mattress and base combination will promote the correct posture and provide support where you need it most. If you already have a bedstead in good condition you may only need a mattress. However, if you have a divan, a new mattress alone won’t give you the full benefit. It’s advisable to replace both. Divans act as bases for mattresses and either have springs which allow the mattress to adapt to the body's contours, or a solid top which provides firmer support. A divan is useful if you are tight for space in your bedroom, or prefer a more neutral look.

Different types of mattress

One of the biggest causes of sleepless nights is fluctuations in body temperature, so we offer mattresses with warm wool and a cool cotton side to keep you comfortable all year round. Mattress design and technology has never been more innovative. We offer a wide range at prices to suit every pocket.
Open spring mattress

• The most commonly used springing system in the world.
• Border rod or wire gives the mattress a firm edge and helps retain its shape.
• Sides are generally machine stitched.

Pocket spring mattress

• More luxurious, with individual small springs housed in separate fabric pockets.
• Springs work independently to respond to individual body weight.
• Ideal if there’s a considerable weight or size variation between you and your partner.
• Turn regularly to ensure even settlement.
• Hand stitched sides for strong, stable edges.

Revolution® pocket spring mattress

• Our most luxurious pocket spring mattress, with a highly effective ‘spring within a spring’ system.
• Responsive outer spring works with a second inner spring to provide extra support where it is needed most.
• Turn regularly to ensure even settlement.
• Hand stitched sides secure the outer springs to the border.

Latex mattress

• Talalay latex is the finest polymer available.
• Resilient feel with excellent durability.
• Hypo-allergenic with anti-microbial properties.
• Conforms to your body’s contours.
• Breathable, so you won’t overheat.
• No turn, but occasional rotation will distribute the wear evenly.

Visco-elastic mattress

• Body heat reacts with the foam to soften it.
• The mattress then moulds and re-moulds to your body’s contours.
• Provides excellent support and enables natural movement during sleep.
• Helps to maintain correct posture and align spine horizontally when lying on your side.
• Hypo-allergenic with anti-microbial properties.
• Occasional rotation is necessary to distribute the wear evenly.

joop123

I am also looking to replace my mattress, I notice in one post that it says that pocket sprung mattresses are not suitable for slatted beds, is this correct as no one mentioned it when we went to bensons yesterday. If so what sort of mattress should i be looking for?

Thanks

Paddy

Tim_Deegan

joop123 wrote: »

I am also looking to replace my mattress, I notice in one post that it says that pocket sprung mattresses are not suitable for slatted beds, is this correct as no one mentioned it when we went to bensons yesterday. If so what sort of mattress should i be looking for?

Thanks

Paddy

Hi Paddy.

That's one of the problems with going to the big chain stores. Many of the sales assistants (not all) are only interested in their commision. And for this reason they will try and sell you more expensive mattresses, and may just forget to mention that it isn't suitable for your bed.

The most suitable mattress for a slatted bed is an open coil sprung mattress.

Although open coil sprung mattresses are the most suitable for slatted bases, you can use a pocket sprung mattress just by making a slight modification to your base. I personally have a 1000 pocket sprung with memory foam mattress on my pine slatted bed.

The reason that pocket sprung mattresses aren't usually suitable for slatted bases is because each spring works independently, so if the gaps between the slats are too big then the springs will try to push between them. What I have done to prevent this is to add extra slats to close the gap to about 1 inch. If you can't add extra slats, then you can lay a sheet of peg board (hard board with loads of holes in it) over the slats. I recommend both of these methods to my customers who insist on a slatted base with a pocket sprung mattress.

The_Old_Bag

Hi, showing my density here, is there any diff recommendations for mattresses for a sprung slat base - if you know what I mean. The ones where the slats are arched, and fit into plastic/metal holders.
I need a new mattress, inc dleivery, and obviously as cheap as possble.
Many thanks

TimBuckTeeth

When investing in a new mattress it is a good idea to get a waterproof mattress protector cover. It will keep the mattress in a good condition for much longer.

It keeps the mattress clean, stops sweat soaking into the mattress and reduces dust mite build-up in the mattress.
After letting the new mattress air for a day or two fit a waterproof protector cover (a flexible one is better than PVC), then fit a padded cover over that. The padded cover can be removed to be washed (as the waterproof ones can be damaged by washing regularly) and will be more comfortable than having a sheet direct over the waterproof cover.

A new mattress should be turned every couple of weeks to allow the padding to settle evenly.

I agree that trying out a mattress before buying is essential, I made the mistake of buying one from Argos and I am a bit disappointed with it.