{"title":"Mattresses for side sleepers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat's the best mattress for side sleepers?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best mattress for side sleepers is usually medium-soft to medium, 3 to 6 on our 1 to 10 firmness scale, with a cushioning top layer such as memory foam or the foam layer of a hybrid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere you land in that range depends mostly on your build. Lighter side sleepers often prefer medium-soft (3 to 4), because they don't press far into a mattress and a firmer one feels hard. Heavier side sleepers are often better on medium (5 to 6), so the hips are cushioned without the middle sinking. The wider your shoulders and hips are compared with your waist, the more give you'll want at the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does side sleeping do to your spine, shoulders and hips?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSide sleeping puts most of your weight through the shoulder and hip, the widest parts of your body, while the waist hangs between them, so the mattress has to let those two points sink in for your spine to stay roughly straight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet the firmness wrong and the spine bends one way or the other. On a mattress that's too firm, the shoulder and hip take the pressure and your waist is left without support. On one that's too soft, the heavier middle of your body sinks lower than your shoulders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFirmness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOn your side\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUsually suits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft (1 to 2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep sink; heavier builds can sag in the middle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLighter side sleepers who like to feel held\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium-soft (3 to 4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShoulder and hip settle in, waist supported\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMost side sleepers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium (5 to 6)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess sink, more push-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavier side sleepers, and anyone who also sleeps on their back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium-firm to firm (7 to 10)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure builds at the shoulder and hip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely side sleepers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich type of mattress is best for side sleepers?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMemory foam and hybrid mattresses usually suit side sleepers best, because both have a comfort layer that moulds around the shoulder and hip; a pocket sprung mattress with a generous soft top can work well too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/memory-foam-mattresses\"\u003eMemory foam\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e softens with body heat and moulds closely around you, then recovers slowly. Very little movement reaches a partner, but it can feel warmer and takes more effort to turn over on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hybrid-mattresses\"\u003eHybrid\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e a foam comfort layer over pocket springs, so the shoulder gets its cushioning while the springs support you and let air move. A good option if you run warm or are heavier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePocket sprung:\u003c\/strong\u003e each spring moves on its own, so the mattress follows your shape better than open coil. Look for a deep comfort layer on top, or the springs can feel firm at the shoulder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat pillow should a side sleeper use?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA side sleeper needs a higher, firmer pillow than a back or front sleeper, because it has to fill the gap between your shoulder and head so your neck stays in line with your spine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right height depends on your shoulder width and your mattress. On a softer mattress your shoulder sinks further, so you need a little less height than on a firmer one, which makes it worth checking your pillow whenever you change mattress. A pillow that has gone flat lets your head drop, and many people replace pillows every couple of years. Our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pillows\"\u003epillows\u003c\/a\u003e page explains how to choose one by sleep position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShould side sleepers choose a soft mattress?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSide sleepers should choose a fully soft mattress (1 to 2) only if they're light; most do better on medium-soft (3 to 4), which cushions the shoulder without letting the middle sag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're heavier, share a bed with a back sleeper, or move between your side and back in the night, medium (5 to 6) is usually the better fit. Compare our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/soft-mattresses\"\u003esoft mattresses\u003c\/a\u003e with our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/medium-mattresses\"\u003emedium mattresses\u003c\/a\u003e using the number on each page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure where you fit in the 3 to 6 range? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eSend us a message\u003c\/a\u003e with your usual position, your build and whether you share the bed, and we'll suggest where to start.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kayflex-bronze-memory-foam-mattress","title":"Kayflex Bronze Memory Foam Mattress","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kayflex Bronze is a memory foam mattress with a medium feel. 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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":55003871019346,"sku":"KF-BRONZE-30","price":244.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small double","offer_id":55003871052114,"sku":"KF-BRONZE-40","price":309.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double","offer_id":55003871084882,"sku":"KF-BRONZE-46","price":309.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"King","offer_id":55003871117650,"sku":"KF-BRONZE-50","price":364.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Super king","offer_id":55003871150418,"sku":"KF-BRONZE-60","price":454.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small single","offer_id":55003871183186,"sku":"KF-BRONZE-26","price":244.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1118\/1768\/7378\/files\/Kayflex-Bronze-Flex.jpg?v=1791566337"},{"product_id":"kayflex-hybrid-cool-blue-foam-mattress","title":"Kayflex Hybrid Cool Blue Foam Mattress","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kayflex Hybrid Cool Blue is a medium-soft foam mattress for people who find memory foam too warm. 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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":55003873214802,"sku":"KF-HYBRID-COOL-BLUE-30","price":319.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small double","offer_id":55003873247570,"sku":"KF-HYBRID-COOL-BLUE-40","price":369.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double","offer_id":55003873280338,"sku":"KF-HYBRID-COOL-BLUE-46","price":369.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"King","offer_id":55003873313106,"sku":"KF-HYBRID-COOL-BLUE-50","price":404.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Super king","offer_id":55003873345874,"sku":"KF-HYBRID-COOL-BLUE-60","price":549.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small single","offer_id":55003873378642,"sku":"KF-HYBRID-COOL-BLUE-26","price":319.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1118\/1768\/7378\/files\/Hybrid-Cool-Blue.jpg?v=1791566367"},{"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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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":55003874394450,"sku":"KF-ECOFLEX-15-SOFT-30","price":164.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small double","offer_id":55003874427218,"sku":"KF-ECOFLEX-15-SOFT-40","price":234.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double","offer_id":55003874459986,"sku":"KF-ECOFLEX-15-SOFT-46","price":234.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"King","offer_id":55003874492754,"sku":"KF-ECOFLEX-15-SOFT-50","price":289.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Super king","offer_id":55003874525522,"sku":"KF-ECOFLEX-15-SOFT-60","price":354.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small single","offer_id":55003874558290,"sku":"KF-ECOFLEX-15-SOFT-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_db073981-2064-4f9c-89a0-173217ec0520.jpg?v=1791566397"},{"product_id":"kayflex-ecoflex-20cm-soft-foam-mattress","title":"Kayflex Ecoflex 20 cm Soft Foam Mattress","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kayflex Ecoflex 20 cm Soft is the softer, deeper version of Kayflex's simple foam mattress, for a standard bed where you'd like a gentler feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a 20 cm piece of Kayflex reflex foam with a softer feel, covered in a quilted damask fabric with a taped edge for strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has no springs. 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