{"title":"Cheap mattresses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAre cheap mattresses any good?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheap mattresses under £200 can be a good buy for guest rooms, children's beds they'll outgrow, rentals and occasional use, but for the bed you sleep in every night it's usually worth spending more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lower price means simpler construction, not lower safety: the mattresses here meet the same UK fire safety rules (BS 7177) as everything else we sell. Every mattress page also shows its firmness on our 1 to 10 scale, its delivery time and whether it arrives rolled or flat, so a cheaper mattress comes with the same information as any other. Next working day delivery is available on most of our mattresses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat do you lose with a cheaper mattress?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cheaper mattress usually has simpler springs or none, thinner comfort layers and less depth, so there's less cushioning over the support and it may soften sooner if it's slept on every night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSprings:\u003c\/strong\u003e many budget mattresses use \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/open-coil-mattresses\"\u003eopen coil springs\u003c\/a\u003e, a single unit linked by wire. They're lighter and bouncier than pocket springs but pass more movement across the bed, which matters more to a couple than to one sleeper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComfort layers:\u003c\/strong\u003e thinner foam or fibre on top gives a firmer feel, with less padding between you and the springs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e cheaper mattresses are more often low profile or standard depth than deep. That's no loss on a bunk, day bed or guest bed, where a slimmer mattress is often what you need anyway.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoam:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/foam-mattresses\"\u003efoam mattresses\u003c\/a\u003e have no springs at all. Reflex foam is a high-density foam that feels springier than memory foam, and at a lower price you can expect thinner layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen does a cheaper mattress make sense?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cheaper mattress makes sense when a bed won't be slept on every night or won't be needed for long, while a mattress you'll sleep on nightly for years is worth paying more for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCheaper mattress?\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat to look for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuest room used a few times a year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsually a good fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA medium feel; a two-sided mattress you can flip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA child's bed they'll outgrow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften fine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium to medium-firm support and a waterproof protector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRental, student room or holiday let\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften fine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRolled delivery if the stairs are tight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYour own bed, every night\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorth spending more\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeeper comfort layers, pocket springs or a hybrid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavier sleepers or couples\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorth spending more\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStronger springs, firm edges and more depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor children, support matters more than price. Most children sleep well on a medium to medium-firm, supportive mattress, so compare firmness first when you browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kids-mattresses\"\u003ekids mattresses\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow much should I spend on a mattress?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow much to spend on a mattress depends on how often it will be slept on: more for the bed you sleep in every night, less for a guest bed, a sleepover mattress or a child's bed they'll soon outgrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn adult mattress used every night typically lasts around 7 to 10 years, so it helps to think about the cost across those years rather than the price on the day. A cheaper mattress that suits you is better value than a dearer one that doesn't. The reverse is true too: if you're heavier, share the bed, or your last budget mattress sagged early, a better build may save you buying twice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow can I make a cheap mattress last longer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cheap mattress lasts longer if you rotate it head to toe every few weeks for the first three months, then every three months, and keep it clean with a protector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlip it as well, but only if the maker says it's two-sided. Many open coil mattresses are.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mattress-protectors\"\u003emattress protector\u003c\/a\u003e, waterproof on a child's bed, so spills and accidents don't soak in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep it off the floor. A mattress straight on the floor can trap moisture and grow mould underneath, so use a slatted or breathable base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the slats. Broken slats, or slats spaced wider than the maker recommends, let a mattress dip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a family-run shop, we'd rather sell you the cheaper mattress that suits you than a dearer one you don't need. Have a look at our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mattress-sale\"\u003emattress sale\u003c\/a\u003e too, where every \"was\" price is one we've genuinely charged, and if you're torn between two mattresses, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eask our team\u003c\/a\u003e how they differ.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"trundleease-10-trundle-mattress","title":"TrundleEase 10 Trundle Mattress","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe TrundleEase 10 is a slim foam mattress for the pull-out bed that slides away under another bed. At 10 cm deep it leaves room for the trundle drawer to close, and it's just as useful for sleepovers, guest beds and bunks where space is tight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a single 10 cm layer of foam with no springs, so it's light enough to lift in and out of a drawer and quiet when someone turns over. The medium-firm feel gives a child or a guest even support. The soft stretch-knit cover comes off for washing, and a non-slip base fabric helps stop it sliding about on a trundle that's pulled in and out every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit your bed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck two things on your bed's page: the mattress size and the maximum mattress depth. The TrundleEase suits any trundle, bunk bed, high sleeper or cabin bed that takes a mattress 10 cm deep or more. Match the length too: a European single is 90 x 200 cm, 10 cm longer than a UK single, and our shorty is 75 x 175 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's one-sided, so rotate it head to toe rather than flipping it. It arrives vacuum packed, rolled and boxed; unroll it in the room it's going in and allow up to 72 hours for it to reach its full shape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swann Sleep","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":55002216989010,"sku":"MJTRUNDEASE1030","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small double","offer_id":55002217021778,"sku":"MJTRUNDEASE1040","price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double","offer_id":55002217054546,"sku":"MJTRUNDEASE1046","price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small single","offer_id":55002217087314,"sku":"MJTRUNDEASE1026","price":130.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Shorty","offer_id":55002217120082,"sku":"MJTRUNDEASE10SHRT","price":130.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European single","offer_id":55002217152850,"sku":"MJTRUNDEASE10EU30","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European small double","offer_id":55002217185618,"sku":"MJTRUNDEASE10EU40","price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European double","offer_id":55002217218386,"sku":"MJTRUNDEASE10EU46","price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1118\/1768\/7378\/files\/TrundleEase-10-Mattress-3.jpg?v=1791555511"},{"product_id":"comfortsleep-15-kids-mattress","title":"ComfortSleep 15 Kids Mattress","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ComfortSleep 15 is an everyday foam mattress for growing children, and a sensible choice for a bunk bed or high sleeper. It has a medium feel, soft enough on top to be comfortable and supportive underneath, which suits most children from their first big bed onwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's built in two layers: 5 cm of reflex foam on top for a cushioned surface, over a 10 cm foam base that keeps the support even. There are no springs, so there's nothing to creak when a child turns over. The soft stretch-knit cover comes off for washing, and a non-slip base fabric helps it stay put.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit your bed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 15 cm deep, the ComfortSleep suits bunk beds, high sleepers, mid sleepers and cabin beds whose maximum mattress depth is 15 cm or more, as well as day beds and ordinary single beds. On a raised bed, the maximum mattress line keeps the guard rail high enough, so always check the bed's limit before you order. Choose the size your bed asks for: a European single (90 x 200 cm) is 10 cm longer than a UK single.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's one-sided, so rotate it head to toe regularly rather than flipping it. It arrives rolled and boxed, and reaches its full shape within 72 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swann Sleep","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":55002217513298,"sku":"MJCMFRTSLEEP1530","price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small double","offer_id":55002217546066,"sku":"MJCMFORTSLEEP1540","price":190.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double","offer_id":55002217578834,"sku":"MJCMFRTSLEEP1546","price":190.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small single","offer_id":55002217611602,"sku":"MJCMFRTSLEEP1526","price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Shorty","offer_id":55002217644370,"sku":"MJCMFRTSLEEP15SHRT","price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European single","offer_id":55002217677138,"sku":"MJCMFRTSLEEP15EU30","price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European small double","offer_id":55002217709906,"sku":"MJCMFRTSLEEP15EU40","price":190.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European double","offer_id":55002217742674,"sku":"MJCMFRTSLEEP15EU46","price":190.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1118\/1768\/7378\/files\/ComfortSleep-15cm-Kids-Mattress-5.jpg?v=1791555522"},{"product_id":"drycomfort-15-waterproof-kids-mattress","title":"DryComfort 15 Waterproof Kids Mattress","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe DryComfort 15 is a foam mattress with a waterproof cover, for the nights that don't go to plan: potty training, bedwetting, spilled drinks or a poorly tummy. Liquid stays on the surface instead of soaking into the foam, so you can wipe it down, change the bedding and get everyone back to sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the waterproof cover it's built like our ComfortSleep 15: 5 cm of reflex foam over a 10 cm foam base, with no springs, for a medium feel that suits growing children. The cover comes off for washing. It's just as useful in a guest room, a student let or anywhere you'd rather not worry about the mattress underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit your bed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 15 cm deep, it suits bunk beds, high sleepers, mid sleepers and cabin beds whose maximum mattress depth is 15 cm or more, as well as day beds and standard single beds. Check your bed's maximum before you order, because the guard rail is designed around it. A European single (90 x 200 cm) is 10 cm longer than a UK single, so choose the size your bed asks for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's one-sided, so rotate it rather than flip it. It arrives vacuum packed, rolled and boxed; allow up to 72 hours for it to reach its full shape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swann Sleep","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":55002218266962,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT1530","price":199.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small double","offer_id":55002218299730,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT1540","price":239.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double","offer_id":55002218332498,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT1546","price":239.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small single","offer_id":55002218365266,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT1526","price":169.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Shorty","offer_id":55002218398034,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT15SHRT","price":169.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European single","offer_id":55002218430802,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT15EU30","price":199.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European small double","offer_id":55002218463570,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT15EU40","price":239.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"European double","offer_id":55002218496338,"sku":"MJDRYCMFRT15EU46","price":239.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1118\/1768\/7378\/files\/DryComfort-15-Waterproof-Mattress-5.jpg?v=1791555536"},{"product_id":"quiltrest-open-coil-mattress","title":"QuiltRest Open Coil Mattress","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe QuiltRest is a traditional double-sided coil sprung mattress with a medium-firm feel. It's a dependable choice for a teenager's room, a guest bed or an everyday adult bed, and it comes in five sizes from single to super king.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, 13.5-gauge coil springs spread weight across the whole mattress. Dual satin pads and 700 g of polyester filling cushion the springs, under a quilted soft-knit jersey cover. Air vents in the micro-quilted border let air move in and out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 23 cm deep it's a full-depth mattress for beds at standard height and divans, not for bunk beds, high sleepers or mid sleepers. Because it's double-sided, turn it over and rotate it regularly so it wears evenly and lasts longer. It arrives flat and wrapped, ready to use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bedmaster","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":55002223477074,"sku":"MJQUILTREST30","price":179.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small double","offer_id":55002223509842,"sku":"MJQUILTREST40","price":229.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double","offer_id":55002223542610,"sku":"MJQUILTREST46","price":229.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"King","offer_id":55002223575378,"sku":"MJQUILTREST50","price":269.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Super king","offer_id":55002223608146,"sku":"MJQUILTREST60","price":299.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1118\/1768\/7378\/files\/QuiltRest-23-Mattress-2.jpg?v=1791555598"},{"product_id":"bedmaster-guardian-orthopaedic-mattress","title":"Guardian Orthopaedic Mattress","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Guardian is a traditional open coil mattress with a sturdy, medium-firm feel. It's often bought for a guest bed, and it's just as good on an everyday bed for a growing child, a teenager or an adult who likes a firmer mattress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's built on a 12.5-gauge open coil spring unit: thicker spring wire for firm, even support. Polyester comfort layers sit over the springs, under a soft-touch textured damask cover, and hand tufting holds the fillings in place so they stay evenly spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit your bed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt about 15 cm (6 inches) deep, the Guardian suits guest beds, standard beds and divans, and bunk beds, high sleepers and mid sleepers that take a mattress up to 16 cm deep. If your raised bed gives a 15 cm maximum, choose a 15 cm mattress such as the MemoryDream 15 instead. The sizes are UK sizes, 190 cm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn it over and rotate it regularly so it wears evenly. 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At 15 cm deep it suits bunk beds, high sleepers and guest beds, where a slimmer mattress keeps the guard rail height right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a single 15 cm piece of Kayflex reflex foam in the firm version, covered in a quilted damask fabric with a taped edge for strength. Kayflex makes it in a soft version too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has no springs. It arrives rolled and vacuum packed. Unroll it within three months of delivery and give it a day or two to reach its full shape. Kayflex makes its mattresses in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKayflex's 5-year warranty gives free repair or replacement in the first year, then covers the foam for years two to five, where you pay a share of the price that rises each year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kayflex","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":55003873673554,"sku":"KF-ECOFLEX-15-FIRM-30","price":164.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small double","offer_id":55003873706322,"sku":"KF-ECOFLEX-15-FIRM-40","price":234.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double","offer_id":55003873739090,"sku":"KF-ECOFLEX-15-FIRM-46","price":234.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"King","offer_id":55003873771858,"sku":"KF-ECOFLEX-15-FIRM-50","price":289.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Super king","offer_id":55003873804626,"sku":"KF-ECOFLEX-15-FIRM-60","price":354.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small single","offer_id":55003873837394,"sku":"KF-ECOFLEX-15-FIRM-26","price":164.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1118\/1768\/7378\/files\/Kayflex-Eco-Flex.jpg?v=1791566387"},{"product_id":"kayflex-ecoflex-15cm-soft-foam-mattress","title":"Kayflex Ecoflex 15 cm Soft Foam Mattress","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kayflex Ecoflex 15 cm Soft is the softer version of Kayflex's simple foam mattress. 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