Best mattresses for back sleepers

Most people have a preferred sleeping position, whether that’s front, back or side. Finding a mattress that suits your sleeping position is so important to getting a good night’s sleep.

To make life a little easier, we asked our Product Experts to select three of our best mattresses for back sleepers, offering the perfect level of comfort and support. Find out why they chose these mattresses here.

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Product overview	Silentnight Natural Pocket 1400 Mattress View gallery From £519.00 Now £199 Was £299 Small £299	Silentnight Pocket Latex 1400 Mattress View gallery From £579.00 Now £199 Was £299 Small £299	Silentnight Eco Comfort Pocket 1200 Mattress View gallery From £369.00 Now £199 Was £299 Small £299
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Why have we chosen these?
How will it feel?	Firmness: Firm Those of a larger stature and back/front sleepers tend to go for firm; enjoying extra support from head-to-toe View other firmness options	Firmness: Medium/Firm A little bit of give, but with that extra level of support to give you a base you can depend on. Perfect for both back and side sleepers View other firmness options	Firmness: Medium/Firm A little bit of give, but with that extra level of support to give you a base you can depend on. Perfect for both back and side sleepers View other firmness options
What's so good?	A luxurious silk, wool and cashmere comfort layer maintains a comfortable sleeping temperature through all four seasons Richly woven and hand tufted damask cover for that extra-touch of luxury Premium Mirapocket spring system which evenly distributes your bodyweight to offer tailored support and comfort. Scientifically proven to support healthy spinal alignment The premium pocket spring system Each mattress with our Mirapocket spring unit contains individual small springs housed in their own separate fabric pockets which respond independently to each other. Each spring helps to spread your weight evenly across the bed providing the perfect support and comfort that's second to none. The benefits of Mirapocket: Pocket springs which conform and adjust to body weight for luxurious comfort Individual responsive springs to provide tailored support Edge to edge springs for maximum sleep space Scientifically proven to improve spinal alignment and posture	The latex comfort filling is extra responsive and eases movement - which is ideal if you move a lot through the night Features a zoned spring system to give you support where you need it most: the hips and shoulders. Studies show this improves spinal alignment and eases back pain Made from non-allergenic materials – ideal for allergy sufferers The secret to better posture A third of adults suffer from lower back pain. To combat this, our Mirapocket and Miracoil mattresses are zoned to add extra support to the hips and shoulders, which promotes healthy spinal alignment and back posture. How can your mattress improve sleep quality and combat back pain? One of the key elements of quality rest is the surface you lie on. This is because you need a surface that supports your body throughout the night and allows your spine to naturally realign. In a study conducted at UCLan’s Allied Health Research Unit we put our zoned mattresses to the test against non-zoned alternatives to measure the impact of zoning on spinal alignment. What did the study reveal? Results came back conclusive, and revealed the link between healthy spinal alignment and the mattress you choose. Results showed that - as well as scoring highest on comfort, firmness and overall preference - zoned mattresses also outperformed non-zoned mattresses on neutral spinal alignment. Researchers discovered that it’s “clear changing a single variable (the type of zoning) can clearly affect an individuals’ wellbeing by putting them in a more “at risk” posture”. Discover more about the UCLan study	Features our breathable Eco Comfort layer, made from 100% recyclable plastic bottles and woven into a super-comfy and sustainable comfort filling Foam and FR chemical treatment-free for a purer sleeping environment Which? Best Buy and customer favourite with the reviews to back it What are Eco Comfort fibres? We collect millions of recyclable plastic bottles and ground them into flakes, which are then washed dried and melted before being spun into micro fibres. Finally, these fibres are stretched and crimped to create our environmentally-friendly Eco Comfort layer. The Eco Comfort layer is then intelligently constructed within the mattress to improve extra-breathability for a fresh, purifying and comfortable sleeping experience. 150 plastic bottles go into every mattress with an Eco Comfort layer. So far we’ve prevented 150 million bottles from entering the ocean. Watch our video to see how we turn plastic bottles into high performance sleep technology:
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Sizes	Double 135 x 190cm 4'6" x 6 '3"	Double 135 x 190cm 4'6" x 6 '3"	Double 135 x 190cm 4'6" x 6 '3"
Firmness Rating	Firm Those of a larger stature and back/front sleepers tend to go for firm; enjoying extra support from head-to-toe	Medium/Firm A little bit of give, but with that extra level of support to give you a base you can depend on. Perfect for both back and side sleepers	Medium/Firm A little bit of give, but with that extra level of support to give you a base you can depend on. Perfect for both back and side sleepers
Comfort Filling	Natural Fillings A naturally sourced comfort layer with a silk, wool and cashmere filling - offering a touch of luxurious comfort. Naturally temperature regulating	Latex Our latex comfort filling has been engineered using robust natural latex properties to offer lasting durability and outstanding pressure relief	Eco Comfort Breathable materials combine to give you a fresh sleeping environment on a comfort filling that’s 100% recyclable. Each filling contains 150 recyclable plastic bottles.
Support System	Mirapocket Premium pocket sprung support system that adjusts to your individual body shape and weight for luxurious comfort. Scientifically proven to improve spinal alignment	Mirapocket Premium pocket sprung support system that adjusts to your individual body shape and weight for luxurious comfort. Scientifically proven to improve spinal alignment	Mirapocket Premium pocket sprung support system that adjusts to your individual body shape and weight for luxurious comfort. Scientifically proven to improve spinal alignment
Mattress depth	33cm	28cm	28cm
Mattress weight	Single: 28kg Double: 42kg King: 49kg Super King: 59kg	Single: 27kg Double: 41kg King: 48kg Super King: 57kg	Single: 21kg Double: 32kg King: 37kg Super King: 45kg
Single or double sided	Double sided	Single	Double sided
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Choose size	From £519.00 Now £199 Was £299 Small £299	From £579.00 Now £199 Was £299 Small £299	From £369.00 Now £199 Was £299 Small £299
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Why have we chosen these mattresses?

Good news, back sleepers – you’re doing it the right way. Sleeping on your back is considered the best position for your spine, helping it align in a natural and healthy way.

To help support your spine, we advise opting for a firm mattress, as you’ll typically need that extra support to keep your back level and straight through the night.

Of course, everyone is different and we can only make broad recommendations. This is why we also offer a 60 night comfort guarantee to help you get used to your mattress. If you’re still not comfortable after 60 days of using your new mattress, you can exchange it for another one for free.

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