Choosing what type of mattress is best for you can seem like a daunting task. However, with the overload of information out there, at Winstons Beds, we’re committed to making choosing a mattress in the UK much easier with our handy spring tension table and guides to help you find out which mattress best suits your needs.
Those with more severe or chronic joint and back pain may consider an orthopaedic mattress instead of a standard firm comfort grade. These mattresses are firm or extra firm and are designed to deliver the maximum support possible. They prevent the midsection of your body from sinking into the mattress, guaranteeing that your spine stays correctly aligned. They also ensure that your other muscles and joints are adequately supported.
For a long time, having a firm mattress was the best way to prevent back issues and get a good night’s sleep. It appeared that the firmer the mattress, the more it would ‘hold you up and alleviate any problems you had. However, a few essential aspects to consider when deciding if a firm mattress is right for you. The position you sleep in is vast when considering what firmness to get.
A firm mattress is an excellent choice if you sleep primarily on your front or back. The high level of support in a firm mattress allows your body weight to be distributed more evenly. Therefore, it removes any uncomfortable pressure on your spine and joints, especially the hips and shoulders.
The best firm mattress in the UK is the one that’s perfectly suited to your particular sleeping position and needs.
When choosing a mattress, your decision should be based on whether a mattress is rated as soft, medium, firm or extra firm. We give you more options at Winston’s Beds than just the basic firmness levels. We consider sensitive pressure points such as hips, ankles, necks and shoulders and give you a wide choice of materials, designs and construction formats for your firm mattress. With a selection of memory foam, pillow top and pocket sprung mattresses; you’ll be able to find the best firm mattress that is tailored perfectly to your weight and sleeping position to minimise back pain no matter what position you like to sleep in at night.
An extra firm mattress can come with a wide variety of benefits.
The extra support given by a very firm mattress helps keep your whole-body level while you sleep, preventing your spine from curving and aiding with general good posture. Orthopaedic mattresses are generally rated very firm to give you maximum support as you sleep.
Winston’s Beds spring tension table will show you that an extra firm mattress can benefit heavier or larger people, ensuring they don’t sink too deeply into their mattress at night, which can impact a good night’s sleep. Our table shows that a mattress with firm or extra firm tension is ideally suited for those 16 stone and over.
Whether you need a firm or soft mattress depends on what you want to target when you sleep.
A firm and soft mattress can soothe joint and muscle pain and choosing which firmness rating works best for your needs come down to a few key factors. Weight is a good starting point when considering what firmness is best for you. Lighter people can benefit from a softer mattress, whereas heavier people can find the support they need from a firm mattress. Something to consider when choosing is whether you share a bed.
A firm mattress can give increased stability, ensuring you don’t roll into the centre of the bed while you and your partner are sleeping (commonly referred to as roll-together). Our Winston’s Beds pocket sprung and memory foam mattresses are constructed to provide support from every angle, meaning each spring or layer of foam will respond to your specific weight and how you move at night.
When searching for the perfect mattress, you’ll often find companies claiming that their firm mattresses will soften over time and this is just part of normal wear and tear.
Equally common searches of ‘how to soften a firm mattress’ and tips to reduce the rigidity of a very firm mattress are often seen. At Winston’s Beds, we don’t think you should be the ones to have to put the extra effort into making your mattress perfect. If you decide on a firm mattress, it should hold its shape for as long as you need it to be firm. We’ve worked hard to ensure your mattress tension lasts by filling our mattresses with the best possible materials for a good sleep every night. Our calico spring technology or memory foam mattresses ensure you are comfortable and feel cushioned and supported all night long.
Back pain can be targeted in a few different ways by selecting the right mattress.
The position you sleep in makes a big difference in choosing the best tension. For example, soft mattresses can help side sleepers or lighter people who need less support. However, if you are heavier or sleep on your back or front, a firm mattress will help soothe aches and pains and support the spine in a neutral position.
An orthopaedic mattress is usually extra firm and is a good choice if you suffer from lumbar pain or have trouble sleeping due to back pain. At Winston’s Beds, we offer the UK’s most luxurious memory foam mattress that will help with back pain. Memory foam mattresses offer the perfect support and cushioning to work with your natural contours. In addition, we have created beneficial layers in our memory foam mattress that will spring back into shape once you move and ensure a relaxing night’s sleep.
When deciding on pocket sprung mattress ratings, you should look at factors such as the position you sleep in and your weight when determining whether or not to go for a firm mattress.
If you decide on a firm mattress, we don’t think you should have to compromise any level of comfort to get the support you need. So, we give you a choice when deciding whether you want an extra firm mattress or a firm mattress that supports and cushions even the most minor back or joint pains. By scrolling through our range of firm mattresses, you will be able to find the ideal material and tension that gives you a good night’s sleep every night. Then, use our spring tension table to determine which mattress is best for you.
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