Getting Started TRY IT OUT It’s vital to try before you buy. Advice from the Sleep Council suggests buying the biggest bed you can afford and will fit into your space. Try a selection of beds and mattress types, testing all your sleeping positions. If you sleep with a partner, bring them with you as it’s important that your new bed suits you both. BED SIZES & MEASURING UP It's worth working out the space available to before going shopping for a new bed. We suggest making a scale plan of your bedroom, checking any possible obstacles to the safe delivery of your bed. Make sure the access to your bedroom via stairs and corridors is sufficient to allow the bed/mattress to fit. Mark up the rooms door widths and radiators to make sure they won't be an obstruction. Add other furniture including space to open wardrobe door and drawers. If you are buying a bed frame then you will need to build it, so this may help with limited access. A divan base with storage will also help with limited space. Bed Sizes: Bed sizing can be confusing so use this guide to work out which is the best size for you. 75 x 190cm (2' 6" x 6' 3") Small Single 90 x 190cm (3' x 6' 3") Single 120 x 190cm (4' x 6' 3") Small Double 135 x 190cm (4' 6” x 6' 3") Double 150 x 200cm (5' x 6' 6") King 180 x 200cm (6' x 6' 6") Super King DIVAN OR BEDFRAME? We have a huge selection of beds including divans (many of which have 2 or 4 storage drawers), bed frames (sometimes called bedsteads), adjustables, storage ottomans, sofabeds, folding beds and much more. Your choice will depend on you requirements and we can help with size, and finish, as well as the most suitable mattress for your base. THE BEST MATTRESS According to the Sleep Council, every year up to 40% of the population will suffer a bout of back pain and if you’re one of the unlucky ones, you will find that the state of your bed will quickly become a priority. A good mattress, providing correct support and comfort, has an important role to play in relieving and preventing back pain. Too Firm and you will sleep on top of the mattress with your weight supported only on pressure points resulting in bad circulation. Too Soft and your mattress will sag in the middle where you are heaviest and this will put a great strain on your back. Just Right and the mattress will support your spine in the right position and distribute your body pressure evenly. FINISHING TOUCHES Once you've got the right bed, make sure you have all the finishing touches. Headboards: Our Headboard Centre has a wide selection including wood and metal & upholstered. Pillows & Duvets: Pillows play a large part in making sure you are properly supported and the correct duvet tog rating will control your temperature. Mattress Protectors: Protect your investment with one of our range of mattress protectors. Bed Linen: Finish off with some beautiful new bed linen from our wide selection. Image supplied by Press Play To watch our bed buying guide video TOO FIRM TOO SOFT JUST RIGHT
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