Mattress Buying Guides
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Night after night, your mattress supports you, cushioning your body and helping you get a great night’s sleep. That is if you make the right choice, of course!
If you’re in the market for a new mattress, we can’t stress enough how important it is to do your research before you buy. Everything from your preferred sleeping position to the type of mattress you choose can impact how comfortable your mattress feels, so it’s crucial to make the right choices.
Thankfully, we’re here to help. On this page, you’ll find all of our helpful mattress guides covering everything you need to consider when shopping for a new mattress.
How to Choose a Mattress
Mattress Buying Guide
There is a lot to consider when buying a new mattress and with so many options to consider, it can be confusing. A great place to start is our mattress buying guide. It provides an overview of all of the essentials, from the different mattress types available to what each firmness rating means.
Read our mattress buying guideMattress Size Guide
From compact single to spacious super kings, mattresses are available in a wide variety of sizes. Deciding which size is best for you depends on multiple factors such as who will be using it and the size of your bed frame and bedroom. Check out our mattress size guide for all the need-to-know measurements.
Read our mattress size guide
Our Mattress Recommendations
Everyone has different preferences when it comes to a mattress; while you might like to sink into a super-soft mattress, someone else might prefer a firmer option. That’s why it’s so important to seek impartial, expert advice when shopping for a new mattress. Don’t take your mate’s word for it; check out our mattress recommendations in our guides below.
Mattress buying guides by topic
Best mattresses for front sleepers
Discover what to look for in a mattress if you prefer to sleep on your front.
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Best mattresses for side sleepers
Check out our recommendations to snuggle up on your side without the aches and pains the next day.
5 Min Read
Best mattresses for back pain
Ease your bad back with our recommendations for finding the best mattress for back pain.
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Best mattresses for hip pain
Unsure of which bed type to go for? Build your own bed with Happy Beds.
12 Min Read
Best mattresses for heavy people
Find out how to get the best support from your mattress to match your body size.
8 Min Read
Best cooling mattresses for hot sleepers
Feel cool throughout the night by opting for a mattress with some of these cooling features.
12 Min Read
Best mattresses for older people
What we need from our mattress changes as we age. Find out more about the best mattresses for older sleepers in our guide.
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Compare mattress types
Know what type of mattress you’re looking for?
Find out more detailed information in our guides about specific types of mattresses.
Our memory foam mattress guide answers some of the most common questions about memory mattresses, while we have also compared natural and organic mattresses to highlight the differences between the two. Thinking about a pocket-sprung mattress? Find out how many springs your mattress should have.
Memory Foam Mattress Guide
Should you buy a memory foam mattress or not? Find the answers to this and more; read now.
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Natural vs Organic Mattresses
Are organic beds a healthier choice for your family? What is an organic mattress made from?
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Pocket Spring Mattress Guide
We answer commonly asked questions about pocket sprung mattresses, such as how many springs does a good mattress have?
12 Min Read
Gel Foam Mattress Buying Guide
Curious about the benefits of a gel mattress? Find out more about these innovative cooling mattresses.
3 Min Read
Kids Mattress Guides
Shopping for a children’s mattress can be difficult as there is a lot to consider. The type of support your child will need from their mattress changes as they grow, so it’s important to select the right one for their current life stage. We have a number of guides to help you decide on the type of mattress they need.
How to choose a kids mattress
Whether you’re a new parent or the parent of a growing child, our guide on how to choose a kids mattress is a great starting point. We explain the best mattress types for everyone from toddlers to teens, as well as safety and firmness considerations
Read our kids mattress buying guide
How to choose a mattress for teenagers
Teenagers need different support (and space!) than younger children. Our guide covers everything from the ideal size and firmness to the best mattress type for different sleep styles.
Read our teenage mattress guideMattress Comfort Guides
With the right research before you buy, you should get maximum comfort from your mattress. But sometimes, you might find that your chosen mattress isn’t quite right. Whether it’s too soft or too firm, or it slides around on your bed frame, we’ve got all the information you need in our mattress comfort guides to help you get it just right.
How to make a firm mattress softer
If you’re finding your mattress is a little too firm, there are ways to make it softer and more comfortable for you.
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How to make a mattress firmer
If the sink-in feeling isn’t for you, check out our guide on how to make your mattress feel firmer.
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How to stop a mattress from sliding
There are many reasons why your mattress might slide on your bed frame. Find out more in our guide.
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Mattress topper buying guide
We explain what to look for when shopping for a mattress topper to maximise your comfort and support.
12 Min Read
How to clean your mattress
Your mattress is an investment, so it’s important to take care of it so it lasts you for years to come. Whether it’s regular cleaning to keep it fresh or cleaning up spills and accidents, our how to clean a mattress guide has all the information you need.
Read our mattress cleaning guideHow to stop mould spreading to your mattress
Mould can cause health problems for you and reduce the longevity of your mattress. Find out how to spot the signs of mould and mildew in your home and how to stop it from spreading to your mattress.
Read our mould prevention guide
Mattress Delivery & Recycling Guide
From receiving your brand new mattress to working out what to do with your old one, Happy Beds has all of the help and advice you need in the below guides:
Mattress delivery guide
Our guide answers all of your questions about receiving your new Happy Beds mattress, from how long it takes to where we deliver.
6 Min Read
How often should you change your mattress?
Wondering if it’s time for a new mattress? Read our guide to find out how often you should change yours.
10 Min Read
How to recycle a mattress
If it’s time to get rid of your mattress, dispose of it the right way with our guide on how to recycle your mattress.
9 Min Read
Ready to start shopping?
We have a wide range of mattresses to suit every sleep style, from memory foam mattresses that mould to your body and supportive traditional pocket spring mattresses to hybrid mattresses that offer the best of both worlds.