Finding the perfect mattress
Don’t know your comfort layers from your support systems? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve created this quick-fire guide to help you discover the mattress of your dreams with total ease. So, let’s get started…
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Surface
The top layer of the mattress that affects durability and comfort
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Comfort layer
Helps tailor your mattress to your personal sleeping habits
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Support system
The core of the mattress that’s key to support and firmness
Firmness
Your sleeping position is linked to the firmness rating you choose
What size do I need?
Time to get sized-up. Here’s a full list of the UK and European mattress sizes we have to offer.
How do I find my ideal firmness rating?
Whether you’re a front, back or side sleeper, we have a firmness rating to suit your sleeping position.
Medium soft
Perfect for side sleepers and people who like to ‘sink-into’ the mattress
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Medium
The Goldilocks of firmness ratings. Not too soft, not too firm—a safe shout for side sleepers
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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
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Firm
Those of a larger stature and back/front sleepers tend to go for firm; enjoying extra support from head-to-toe
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Extra firm
Sometimes called an orthopaedic mattress, lying on this type of mattress can help with back issues as it gives more support to the whole body
Shop nowWhat are comfort layers and why do they matter?
The comfort layer sits just above the mattress support system and helps you tailor the mattress to your individual sleeping habits.
We offer 5 key comfort layers. Whether you want a cooler sleeping environment, a cosy and snug-feel or free & easy movement through the night, we have a comfort layer that’ll help you hit those ZZZs.
Geltex
Scientifically proven to perform in comfort, support and optimum pressure
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Breathable materials from sustainable sources
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Breathable materials from sustainable sources
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Latex
A comfortable sleeping temperature all year round
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Memory foam
Allows you to sink blissfully into sleep
Learn moreWhich support system do I need?
The support system makes up the core of the mattress and is key to body support, comfort and sleep quality.
Silentnight offer both spring and foam support systems that comes with their own unique benefits.
Miracoil support system
- Zoned support for perfect spinal alignment
- Designed to offer firmer support
- No roll-together for less partner disturbance
Mirapocket support system
- Zoned for perfect spinal alignment
- Offers tailored support to your body shape
- Spreads weight evenly for premium comfort
Foam support system
- Body moulding core for a cocooning feel
- Edge-to-edge support
- Available in rolled-form for quick delivery
Mattress surfaces
The mattress surface protects the filling beneath and increases the overall durability of the mattress, while also offering a little extra comfort.
Each type of mattress surface offers something a little different to help you personalise your sleeping experience.
Quilted mattress surfaces
- Stitched directly to the mattress filling
- Various design patterns
- A smoother finish
- Available with both single and double-sided mattresses
Tufted mattress surfaces
- The most common mattress finish
- Tufted mattresses tend to be firmer
- Available with both double and single-sided mattresses
Pillowtop mattress surfaces
- This is a separate layer on the top of the mattress for extra comfort
- Can be found on both sprung and foam mattresses
- Only available with single sided mattresses
Box top mattress surfaces
- Zoned support for perfect spinal alignment
- Designed to offer firmer support
- No roll-together for less partner disturbance
Delivery
Our two-man delivery service makes life that little easier. Here’s what to expect when you order your new mattress.
What happens before and during delivery?
- You’ll receive a confirmation email detailing your order.
- The night before delivery our delivery team will contact you either by text or email to confirm a 4 hour delivery window.
- On the day, our delivery team will call you to let you know when they’re just an hour away.
- When they arrive they’ll take your new mattress or bed to the room of your choice and remove any packaging.*
*Next Day Delivery items are doorstop delivery only, so set up, removal of package and take back services are not available. Next day is the next working day Monday to Friday only.
Caring for your mattress
Keeping your mattress in top condition is just a matter of following a few simple tips, and will help give you years of comfort and restful sleep.
Leave it uncovered for a few hours to allow to air
Once you remove your new mattress from its packaging, leave it uncovered for a few hours to allow to air. If you have a rolled up mattress, you need to leave it to flatten out in a warm room for 24 hours before using it.
Allow time for your body to adjust
When you first start using your new bed, it will probably feel a bit different to your old one, so please allow time for your body to adjust to the new level of comfort and support, and the mattress fillings to settle.
Use a damp cloth for light cleaning
You should also avoid using detergents or chemical cleaners as this may damage the fabric and stitching, instead just use a clean damp cloth for light cleaning, allowing the mattress to thoroughly dry afterwards.
Allow for settlement of the fillings
It’s normal for the upholstery of your mattress to settle a bit during use, but this doesn’t compromise the support or comfort it provides. You may notice that certain parts of the mattress settle more than others, but this is due to the zoned support responding to the areas where your body weight is more pronounced, so it's actually just a sign that it’s doing its job.
While a bit of settlement is no cause for concern, there are ways you can minimise this effect:
- Give your mattress a daily airing by leaving the covers off after you get up.
- Turn your mattress regularly (unless your mattress is ‘no turn’, which will be stated on the label).
- Rotate your mattress top to tail every so often so that natural settlement from body pressure is evenly distributed.
Try and test
Find your nearest Silentnight retailer, get expert advice and give our mattresses a whirl.
