Buy the Best Mattress Online: Discover the Mattresses Built Around How You Actually Sleep
A great bed frame only gets you halfway there. The mattress on it does most of the real work, supporting your spine, regulating temperature, and determining whether you wake up rested or reach for painkillers. Super Beds stocks a full range of mattresses online, from memory foam mattresses to pocket sprung, orthopaedic, pillow top, and kids mattresses, all backed by a manufacturer’s guarantee and fast UK-wide delivery.
Find the Mattress that Suits You
There’s no single best mattress that suits everyone, it depends on how you sleep, what you weigh, and whether you’re dealing with any specific aches or conditions. A few starting points:
- Side sleepers generally do better on memory foam or a softer pocket sprung mattress that cushions the shoulders and hips
- Back and stomach sleepers often prefer firmer support, which is where orthopaedic and firmer pocket sprung options tend to perform best
- Hot sleepers should look toward pocket sprung or hybrid designs, which allow more airflow than dense foam
- Anyone sharing a double mattress with a restless partner benefits from memory foam’s motion isolation, so movement on one side doesn’t disturb the other
Super Beds UK: Shop by Mattress Type
Memory Foam Mattresses
Memory foam mattresses contour to your body shape, redistributing weight evenly and easing pressure on the hips, shoulders, and lower back. They’re particularly effective at isolating motion, making them a strong choice for couples, and hold their shape well over years of regular use. If you tend to sleep hot, buy a memory foam mattress with a cooling or gel-infused top layer.
Pocket Sprung Mattresses
Each spring in a pocket sprung mattress is individually wrapped, allowing it to respond independently to your body’s movement rather than the whole mattress sagging as one unit. This gives you targeted support with better airflow than solid foam, making it a popular pick for anyone who runs warm at night.
Orthopaedic Mattress
Designed with firmer, more structured support, an orthopaedic mattress is often recommended for people managing back or joint discomfort. If you’re specifically searching for the best mattress for back pain, our orthopaedic range prioritizes spinal alignment over plush softness, which tends to make a genuine difference for chronic discomfort.
Pillow Top Mattress
A pillow top mattress adds a plush, cushioned layer stitched directly onto a firmer base, giving you the sink-in comfort of a soft mattress without losing structural support underneath. A good middle ground for anyone torn between a firm and a soft feel.
Kids Mattresses
Sized to fit single beds, bunk beds, and mid sleepers, our kids mattresses are lightweight, breathable, and built with growing bodies in mind. Hypoallergenic covers and firmer support help establish healthy sleep habits from an early age.
Choose the Right Mattress Size For Your Bed Frame
- Single (90 x 190cm): standard for kids beds, guest rooms, and single sleepers
- Small Double (120 x 190cm): a good option for solo sleepers wanting extra space, or snug shared rooms
- Double Mattress (135 x 190cm): the most common size for couples and shared bedrooms
- King (150 x 200cm): noticeably wider and longer, giving couples more room to move without disturbing each other
- Super King (180 x 200cm): the largest standard UK size, ideal for larger bedrooms and couples who value maximum space
If you’re replacing an existing mattress, always measure your current one rather than assuming based on your bed frame’s name, as sizing can vary slightly between manufacturers.
Foam vs Sprung Mattress: Which Should You Buy?
It’s one of the most common questions we get, so here’s the short version. A foam mattress molds closely to your body and isolates movement well, making it ideal for side sleepers and couples. A sprung mattress, particularly pocket sprung, offers more breathability and a slightly bouncier, more traditional feel, often preferred by back and stomach sleepers. Neither is objectively better, it genuinely comes down to personal preference and sleep position.
Mattress Firmness Guide
Firmness is often more important than mattress type when it comes to comfort, and it’s rated on a rough scale from soft to extra firm.
- Soft: deeper contouring, best suited to lighter side sleepers
- Medium: the most commonly bought firmness, balancing support and comfort for most sleep positions
- Medium-Firm: a popular pick for back sleepers and couples with different preferences
- Firm: minimal sink-in, favoured by stomach sleepers and heavier body weights
- Extra Firm: maximum support, often chosen for orthopaedic or back pain relief purposes
If you’re unsure, medium-firm is the safest middle ground and suits the widest range of sleepers and body types.
Bundle Your Mattress With a Bed Frame
If you’re furnishing a bedroom from scratch, buying your mattress and bed frame together usually works out better than purchasing separately, and it means everything arrives in one coordinated delivery rather than two. Pair any of our memory foam, pocket sprung, orthopaedic, or pillow top mattresses with a divan, ottoman, wooden, or upholstered frame from our beds range and get it delivered fast.
Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Mattress
- Waking up with stiffness or pain that eases once you’re up and moving around
- Visible sagging, lumps, or dips, particularly in the centre of the mattress
- Sleeping noticeably better in hotels or other beds than at home
- The mattress being over 7-8 years old, even if it still looks fine on the surface
- Increased allergy symptoms, which can indicate a build-up of dust mites and allergens over time
If two or more of these sound familiar, it’s probably time to buy a new one.
Tips for Mattress Care and Longevity
A good mattress should last 7-10 years with proper care. To get the most out of yours:
- Rotate it head to foot every few months to encourage even wear
- Use a mattress protector to guard against spills and everyday wear
- Avoid folding or bending memory foam mattresses during moves, as this can damage the internal structure
- Allow a new foam mattress to fully expand for 24-48 hours before use for accurate support
Sleep Better, Starting Tonight
Shop the full Super Beds mattress range online and find the right support for the way you actually sleep. We deliver fast across London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow, and throughout the UK, with regular mattress sale offers and manufacturer guarantee on every order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which mattress is best for back pain?
An orthopaedic mattress is generally the top recommendation for back pain, thanks to its firmer, more structured support that helps keep the spine aligned. That said, individual comfort varies, so it’s worth considering your usual sleep position too.
What’s the difference between memory foam and pocket sprung mattresses?
Memory foam contours closely to your body and isolates movement well, while pocket sprung mattresses offer more breathability and a slightly firmer, bouncier feel. Both come in a range of firmness levels to suit different sleepers.
How do I know what size mattress I need?
Measure your existing mattress or bed frame directly rather than relying on the name alone, since sizing can vary slightly between brands. Our size guide lists exact dimensions for every standard UK mattress size.
How often should I replace my mattress?
Most mattresses perform well for 7-10 years with proper care, though this can vary depending on mattress type and usage. If you’re waking up with aches that ease once you’re up and moving, it’s usually a sign your mattress needs replacing.
Do kids mattresses need to be a specific firmness?
Yes, children generally need firmer support than adults to encourage healthy spinal development, which is why our kids mattresses are designed with this in mind rather than simply being smaller versions of adult mattresses.
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