In the ever-evolving world of sleep, finding the perfect mattress can be a challenging task. With lots of brands and features available, it's important to understand your options.
Choose a mattress that matches your sleep preferences and needs. Whether you like foam, spring, or a hybrid, make sure it provides the comfort, durability, and versatility you desire.
For cloud-like comfort and exceptional support, foam mattresses are hard to beat. They come in a variety of materials, offering unique advantages:
To find the ideal mattress for a restful sleep, it is crucial to understand your preferences and requirements. This includes determining whether you prefer a pocket spring or a regular spring.
Pocket Spring products combine modern comfort, support, and traditional quality. Individually wrapped springs reduce motion transfer, ensuring a peaceful night's sleep for couples and back/front sleepers. Popular brands like Relyon, Hypnos, and Harrison Spinks excel in this category.
Sometimes called an open spring or Bonelli, this type of product has interconnected metal springs for great support and comfort. They're budget-friendly and come in various sizes and comfort levels, making it easy to find one that fits your needs. Brands like Airsprung and Highgrove Beds are known for their durable and comfortable traditional spring products.
If you can't decide between foam and innerspring benefits, hybrid mattresses provide a convincing solution. Offering both comfort and support, they are a great option for a good night's sleep, especially for side and front sleepers. Brands like Dormeo are renown for their high-quality hybrid options.
A bed-in-a-box, also called a rolled mattress, provides good support and comfort. It's easy to move, making it a good option for people with limited access. Catering to various needs and budgets, they feature supportive springs and body-conforming memory foam. They're an ideal choice for side, back, or front sleepers on a budget.
Comfort grade signifies the mattress's firmness level, typically spanning from soft to extra firm. Most brands offer a variety of comfort grades. An improper mattress, whether too firm or too soft, can disturb the natural spine alignment and exacerbate back pain. All firmness levels, from soft to extra firm, are clearly labeled at Land of Beds.
Picking the right bed and mattress size is a crucial step when you're upgrading your bedroom. To help you choose wisely, we've created a bed and mattress size guide that explains the dimensions of each bed size and suggests which one suits your needs.
We have additional sizes available, such as European Doubles and European King-Size (IKEA) mattresses, which are slightly wider than their UK counterparts.
We advise selecting your mattress size based on personal preference, room size, and the number of sleepers.
In addition to choosing the right mattress, you'll want to consider other bedroom essentials:
Finding the perfect sleeping platform for your needs involves considering factors like your sleeping position, size. This can help you get a good night's sleep. You can buy from us in-store (Helsby or Wigan), over the phone (01928 242829), or buy your mattress online with us.
We offer free delivery on orders over £100 (T&C apply) and beds on finance with zero deposit, interest free finance and buy now, pay later with Klarna. Let our team of award winning staff help you in choosing the 'best' mattress for your needs so that you wake up feeling refreshed.
What is the best mattress to buy?
The ‘best’ is one that suits your own needs & is within your budget. Our bed experts can ask you some questions to understand what you need, and then they'll help you find the best mattress at the lowest price possible.
Which mattress is right for me?
Just as we are all individual, so too are our sleep needs. Choosing the right mattress is dependent on many factors & is a personal choice. When deciding, think about your sleeping position, body type, bed sharing, and your mattress preference (soft, medium, or firm).
What is the average cost of a mattress in the UK?
The average cost can vary widely, depending on factors such as the type, size, brand, and quality. In the UK, you can find mattresses with prices ranging from around £100 to several thousand pounds.
How much should I look to spend on a new mattress?
How much you should spend is a bit tricky. There is an old saying, ‘Invest in your shoes and your sheets because if you’re not in one, you’re in the other’. We understand everyone has a different budget and as such offer products for all prices points. Our advice is to spend as much as you can on what you want. If you find the same product cheaper at a competitor, we'll do our best to match their price.
Is it worth spending money on an expensive mattress?
Expensive mattresses usually last longer than cheaper ones because they are made with better materials. These materials make the mattress stronger and able to handle the everyday wear and tear. When the mattress is more durable, you don't have to replace it as often.
What type of mattress should I get if I sleep on my side?
Side sleepers should always look for products that respond to the curves in their body and offer support & pressure point relief, notably for the ears, shoulders, and hips. Although side sleepers can opt for a variety of mattress types and fillings, providing they offer adequate support and cushioning, you might prefer a medium comfort grade. If you weigh over 14 stone, choose a firm or very firm mattress to support your spine and avoid back problems. The heavier you are, the firmer your mattress should be to ensure it offers you the support you need.
What type of mattress should I get if I sleep on my back?
Medium to very firm mattresses are a good choice for supporting your spine and preventing back problems. Pressure points for back sleepers include the shoulders, bottom, heels and most importantly, the spine. Sleepers weighing more than fourteen stone should opt for a firm or very firm mattress to prevent their spine sinking into the mattress adding extra pressure and causing back problems. Traditional sprung, pocket spring, memory foam and orthopaedic options are all popular choices for back sleepers.
What type of mattress should I get if I sleep on my stomach/front?
Front/stomach sleepers often find medium, medium firm, or firm mattresses supply the level of support needed to keep the natural alignment of their spine. Pressure points for front sleepers are typically the rib cage, knees, & thighs, however, these points require less support and cushioning so the focus for front sleepers is the spine. Too soft a mattress can result in the torso sinking into the mattress resulting in an arched spine, aches, and pains. Too firm a mattress will prevent your spine from falling into its natural curve, again causing aches and pains. Popular choices for front sleepers include pocket spring mattresses, memory foam mattresses and those made up of different fillings (combination and hybrid mattresses). In our "Help and Advice" section, you'll find tips on choosing the right mattress for different types of sleepers.
What type of mattress is best for a bad back?
There is a wide range of mattresses aimed at promoting spinal alignment and relieving back pain. People often associate back pain with needing a firm mattress, this is not always the case as one that is too firm will not supply the support your spine needs. A firmer mattress is better for sleepers who weigh sixteen stones or more while sleepers suffering from back pain and weighing ten stones or below, typically prefer a softer, supportive mattress. Options include orthopaedic mattresses, spring based/hybrid mattresses, latex filled and memory foam. What works well for one person with back pain might not be the best solution for another.
What size mattress do I need?
Your bed size depends on things like sleeping alone or with a partner, your height, room size, and bed frame type. See our bed buying size guide for more information. We have mattresses available in a wide range of sizes to suit all needs. Our bed experts can help you make sure your bed frame and mattress (if purchased separately) are the right size.
How often should I replace my mattress?
Unfortunately, there is no "one size fits all" answer however, in line with advice from the National Bed Federation, we recommend replacing it every 7-8 years.
Can I just replace the mattress, or do I need to buy a new bed frame/base?
Yes, you can as long as the base is the same size and in good condition. It is important to consider how long you have had your current base. Where possible, it's a good idea to get a new base when you buy your mattress for a better sleep experience. We have a large bed frame collection available.
How do I care for my mattress?
Taking care of your new mattress is important to keep your warranty valid and ensure it lasts longer. All our products come with a handy care guide detailing how to best look after your investment. Using a mattress protector will protect your new investment. They provide a protective shield, safeguarding you from potential dust mites that may have settled into your mattress.
What is a vacuum-packed mattress?
Sometimes called 'bed in a box' or 'rolled-up' mattress, these provide a comfy and supportive night's sleep. These products arrive boxed up, making delivery efficient and eco-friendlier. When taking delivery of a vacuum-packed mattress, simply unwrap in a well-ventilated room (windows open) and roll flat. Leave it a few hours to expand then climb into bed!
Can I sleep on my new mattress straight away?
Traditional, unrolled mattresses are ready for sleeping on instantly. Rolled mattresses take 2-6 hours to expand. In some cases, it can be 48 hours before they reach their maximum height.
How can I dispose of my old mattress?
We offer a mattress removal and recycle service at Land of Beds. Just take apart your old bed and we'll handle the rest!
Can I buy on finance?
Yes. We have different ways to help, like paying later with Klarna or getting interest-free credit with no deposit.
