Mattresses

Find the Right Mattress for Your Sleep

The right mattress should provide a comfortable balance of cushioning and support for your preferred sleeping position. Explore Deeplay mattresses in a choice of constructions, including pocket sprung, memory foam, hybrid, wool-filled and orthopaedic designs.

Our mattress collection includes medium-firm and supportive options in popular UK sizes, from 3ft single to 6ft super king. Construction, firmness and fillings vary between models, allowing you to compare each mattress based on how you sleep and the level of support you prefer.

What Types of Mattresses Are Available?

Pocket Sprung Mattresses

A pocket sprung mattress contains individual springs enclosed in separate fabric pockets. Because each spring can respond to pressure independently, the mattress can adapt across different areas of the body.

Independent springs may also help reduce the amount of movement felt across the mattress compared with a traditional open-coil system. This can make a pocket spring mattress worth considering when two people share a bed.

Spring count, fillings, firmness and edge construction vary between models. A higher spring count does not automatically mean that a mattress will be right for everyone, so compare the complete specification rather than focusing on one number.

Memory Foam Mattresses

A memory foam mattress uses responsive foam that softens with body heat and pressure. This creates a closer, more cushioned feel around the body.

Memory foam may appeal to sleepers who prefer less bounce and a more gently contouring surface. The depth, density and firmness of the foam affect how the mattress feels, so check the individual product details before choosing.

Hybrid Mattresses

A hybrid mattress combines a spring system with one or more comfort layers, which may include memory foam, other foams or gel materials. It offers the responsive feel of springs together with additional surface cushioning.

Hybrid mattresses can be useful for shoppers who do not want to choose between a pocket sprung mattress and a foam mattress. The exact layer construction differs between products, so review what is inside each model.

Orthopaedic Mattresses

An orthopaedic mattress is generally designed to provide a firmer, more supportive feel. Our collection includes an orthopaedic coil spring and memory foam option.

The word “orthopaedic” does not mean that one mattress will suit every sleeper or treat a medical condition. Comfort remains personal, so consider the mattress construction and firmness rather than relying only on the product name.

Wool and Natural-Filling Mattresses

Selected pocket spring mattresses include wool fillings. Wool can add soft cushioning and is often used within layered mattress construction.

Always check the full filling specification if natural materials are important to you, as not every mattress in the collection contains wool or other natural fibres.

How Do I Choose the Right Mattress Firmness?

Mattress firmness describes how soft or firm the sleeping surface feels. The right choice depends on personal preference, body weight, sleeping position and whether the mattress will be shared.

Soft and medium mattresses provide more noticeable cushioning and may appeal to sleepers who prefer to sink slightly into the surface.

Medium-firm mattresses balance cushioning with a firmer underlying feel. They are a popular middle-ground option, particularly for people who change position during the night or share a bed.

Firm mattresses provide less surface sink and may suit sleepers who prefer a more stable feel.

Firmness labels can vary between manufacturers and models. Read the individual product specification rather than assuming that every mattress described as medium-firm will feel identical.

Which Mattress Suits My Sleeping Position?

Side Sleepers

Side sleepers often prefer enough cushioning around the shoulders and hips to avoid an overly hard feeling at these contact points. Memory foam and cushioned hybrid mattresses may be worth considering.

Back Sleepers

Back sleepers may prefer a balanced surface that supports the body without allowing it to sink too deeply. Pocket sprung, hybrid and medium-firm mattresses can offer different versions of this feel.

Front Sleepers

Front sleepers commonly prefer a firmer surface with less sink through the middle of the mattress. Compare the firmness and construction carefully before choosing.

Combination Sleepers

People who change position regularly may prefer a responsive mattress that makes movement feel easier. Pocket spring and hybrid constructions are useful options to compare.

These are general considerations rather than fixed rules. Your preferred mattress feel is personal and may differ from another sleeper in the same position.

Which Mattress Is Suitable for Couples?

When choosing a mattress for two people, consider firmness preferences, sleeping positions and how easily movement travels across the surface.

Pocket springs respond independently across the mattress, while memory foam can absorb some movement within its comfort layers. A hybrid mattress combines elements of both constructions.

Also consider the mattress width. A king-size or super king mattress gives each sleeper more personal space than a standard double, provided the bedroom and bed frame can accommodate the larger size.

What Mattress Sizes Are Available?

Our mattresses are available in popular UK sizes, depending on the selected model:

• 3ft Single Mattress: Approximately 90 × 190 cm

• 4ft Small Double Mattress: Approximately 120 × 190 cm

• 4ft6 Double Mattress: Approximately 135 × 190 cm

• 5ft King-Size Mattress: Approximately 150 × 200 cm

• 6ft Super King Mattress: Approximately 180 × 200 cm

Not every mattress may be available in every size. Confirm the dimensions and available options on the individual product page before ordering.

Will the Mattress Fit My Bed Frame?

The mattress size should match the internal sleeping area of the bed frame. A 4ft6 double mattress, for example, should be paired with a UK 4ft6 double bed.

Measure the inside of an existing frame if you are unsure, particularly when replacing an older mattress or using a non-standard bed. Do not use the complete external dimensions of an upholstered frame as the mattress measurement.

You should also check whether the selected mattress is suitable for the bed base, especially when using slats, a divan platform or an ottoman lifting mechanism.

How Should I Care for My Mattress?

Always follow the care instructions supplied with the selected mattress. Depending on its construction, general care may include:

• Using a suitable mattress protector

• Rotating the mattress as instructed

• Turning it only if the product is double-sided

• Keeping the mattress properly supported

• Allowing the mattress to air regularly

• Cleaning spills according to the care label

• Avoiding bending or folding unless the product instructions allow it

Browse the Deeplay mattress collection to compare pocket sprung, memory foam, hybrid and orthopaedic mattresses by size, construction and firmness.