Commonly Asked Questions

What are Mattresses?

Mattresses are a sleeping surface partnering with a bed to add comfort for the user. There filled with materials on the top surface and either springs or foam on the below layer. Mattresses have upholstery covers this holds everything in place and supplies more comfort to the sleeper. They come in a large selection of sizes and should be added to the same sized bed.

What's the Biggest Sized Mattress?

There's a super king size mattress this is the largest standard size in the UK this is 180cm in width and 200cm in length. You can also a buy emperor sized mattresses with some suppliers making this on request these are 200cm in length and 200cm in width.

As for depths you would start with a low profile mattress this would be approx. 15cm in depth this style would be best suited to bunk beds and high sleepers. The depth of any adult mattress would start at 18cm recommended and then right up to 40cm in some instances.

What's the most comfortable Mattress?

We would always recommend a pocket spring mattress this would supply the sleeper with support. The more spring count the better in this instance. The mattress fillings could be memory foam or naturally filled both providing there own style. Memory foam mattresses contour to the body and react with heat positioning the sleeper into a healthy posture. With naturally filled mattresses your sleeping surface will also we contouring but this type of mattress has temperature controlling values especially with wool and cotton.

Why buy your Mattresses from Better Bed Company?

With a wealth of experience spreading over 30 years in the mattress industry our company will pass this on to the customer in advice. We have a strong and effective customer service team this helps during and after the sales. Pricing is very important to Better Bed Company checking competitors websites every day and passing these savings on to our customers. Delivery time scales we have our very own mattresses next day collection which is effective when customers are in a rush and need bedroom furniture fast.

Were social interacting with our customers every day on Facebook and Instagram this keeps us on our toes. We also do give away competition like just eats and costa coffee supplying gift vouchers to encourage our audience to socialise and spend quality family times together. We also donate to charity and have built our very own page partnering with organisations to spread awareness of certain situations. We write blogs on there sites and our own and also spread the word on social channels.

What firmnesses do mattresses come in?

We have a wide range of firmnesses inside the mattress collection. The tension of any mattress is important as this can offer the sleeper comfort and support. Find the perfect firmness for you with a variety of points to think about you should consider these tensions.

A soft mattress offers sleepers quality pressure relief for the joints and muscles. Keeping the body straight a soft mattress could offer the sleeper good spinal alignment. A soft mattress is usually recommended for a lighter sleeper. Choose a soft mattress if you're a side sleeper they are great for cushioning the shoulder area.

Opt for a Medium Mattress for a good balance of soft and firm to offer most sleepers a suitable surface. A medium mattress is great for keeping the neck and spine aligned which is perfect for posture. This mattress tension is also good for preventing sleepers from sinking into the surface, keeping them in the right position. Find a medium mattress to offer the best solution for partners.

Our Firm Mattresses would prevent and reduce back problems. They're more durable than a softer mattress so will last longer and perform better for the duration. A firm mattress is good for back and stomach sleepers, supplying good posture. They can also distribute weight evenly, this will help relieve pressure on points of the body. A firm mattress would be an excellent choice for a heavier sleeper.

Find an Extra Firm Mattress for the best support. This firmness of the mattress is great for sleepers who suffer from neck pains. Back and front sleepers will benefit most from an extra firm mattress. With Orthopaedic support, this mattress can help sleepers who suffer from back aches. You may be restricted with fillings on an extra firm mattress with the springs doing most of the tension regulation. We would only recommend an extra firm mattress for heavy people.

Choose a Medium To Firm Mattress to accommodate a range of body types. The firm to medium tension means the sleepers are provided good spinal alignment and pressure relief. A medium to firm mattress is good for stomach sleepers as this tension will prevent sinking into the sleeping surface. The combination of both comfort and support makes this mattress perfect for most users. Choose a medium to firm mattress for both heavy and light sleepers.

Consider Soft To Medium Mattresses to provide a good sleeping surface for light users. With good pressure relief to joints and muscles this tension of mattress would be an excellent choice for people who suffer from back pain. This firmness of mattress will conform to the body shape better which would help with posture through the night. Soft mattress are generally more easy to care for with a lighter weight.

What mattresses are good for adults and kids?

Getting the right mattress for the specific sleeper is sometimes difficult. We have split the range, to help adults and children find a suitable mattress. Find the right mattress for the sleeper to bring advantages and benefits.

An adult's mattress should be supportive and offer good spinal alignment. Find fillings like memory foam, latex, and wool or cotton for a quality sleeping surface. A good spring system like a pocket or bonnel can help the adult sleeper with quality support and comfort.

Find a good cover like a damask for long-term gains and comfy sleeping surfaces. A tufted-style mattress would be a good choice for an adult as it's going to keep the fillings in place and offer a more supportive sleeping area.

Consider an adult mattress with handles as this will help rotate and turn the mattress, offering low maintenance advantages.

Kids mattresses should have good temperature and moisture regulation. Find fillings like wool, cotton, and polyester with hypoallergenic fillings reduce the amount of allergens, this is great for dust-mite resistance and asthma sufferers.

Choose a children's mattress with a soft cover for sumptuous advantages. A flat surface design would mean the mattress will contour better to the sleeper's body.

A good spring system like an open coil could offer the kids more support and reduce motion transfer. Opt for a low-profile mattress for kids this might be a better suiter to bunks keeping them safe and within the sleeping zones at all times.

Can you buy spring mattresses?

Yes, we have a fantastic range of spring mattresses for all types of users. The spring system inside the mattress would offer support and exist underneath the fillings. Springs inside the mattress will also generally affect the tension and overall comfort.

A pocket spring mattress is designed to offer the sleeper ultimate support. They will perform better and last longer than a standard sprung mattress. A pocket spring mattress offers more ventilation than a standard foam style. Coming in a range of firmnesses a spring mattress would be suitable for every sleeper. Preventing movement a pocket spring mattress is great for couples and partners.

Choose a bonnell spring mattress to evenly distribute weight and offer pressure relief. The springs will retain their shape over the years providing long-term effects. They are cheap in price and may be well suited to spares and guest bedrooms. The springs will ventilate and keep moisture out of the mattress. A bonnell spring mattress is perfect for reducing back aches and pains.

An open coil spring mattress is great for lighter sleepers. Available in a range of tensions they are suitable for all types of users. The open coil spring system is cheap on the price so this mattress should be well within budget. An open coil spring mattress is generally easy to care for, flipping and rotating won't be an issue with this style. Find an open coil spring mattress with a range of top fillings like wool, memory foam, and latex.

Find an orthopedic spring mattress if you suffer from back aches. This style of mattress will spread the user's weight all over the surface, this will help with pressure buildup. The alignment of the spine is crucial and with an orthopedic spring mattress, you won't find any better on the UK market. They won't sag which is great for posture advantages, keeping the sleepers in the right position during use. An orthopedic spring mattress is good for reducing lower back pains reducing stress helping people sleep better.

Are there any memory foam mattresses?

We have a wide range of memory foam mattresses to pick from. Memory foam is very popular and can offer the sleeper lots of advantages. Find a memory foam mattress with foam and springs to provide quality partnerships.

A standard memory foam mattress is good for providing the best spinal alignment. Memory foam will contour to the sleeper supplying good posture benefits for the user. On standard memory foam mattresses, the design would have a base layer of foam to help the memory foam perform. A standard memory foam mattress is great for pressure relief on the body helping sleepers with joint and back pains.

Choose a memory foam and pocket spring mattress for the best posture. A combination of pocket springs and memory foam will distribute weight evenly to provide relief to pressure points like the hips and shoulders. This design of mattress is great for sleeping zones making it the best choice for couples. Memory foam is also good for keeping the surface less dusty as it doesn't collect dust as much as naturally filled designs. Choose a memory foam and pocket spring mattress for the best support, comfort, and pressure relief.

Opt for a spring and memory foam mattress for a highly breathable effect. The airflow of the springs is great for ventilation and temperature regulation. Both design features offer the sleeper quality posture and keep them in the right position during the night. This is known as a hybrid-styled mattress and would offer long-term effects. Choose a spring and memory foam mattress for both adults and kids.