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Firm mattresses
Like a mattress with a steadier, less cushioned surface? Firm mattresses are designed to feel firmer under the body, but that doesn't make them universally more supportive. Compare the feel in-store, and let Forty Winks bedMATCH® help with the support part.
About firm mattresses
Like a mattress with a steadier, less cushioned surface? Firm mattresses are designed to feel firmer under the body, but that doesn't make them universally more supportive. Compare the feel in-store, and let Forty Winks bedMATCH® help with the support part.
What a firm mattress feels like
A firm mattress gives you a flatter, more even surface with less sink when you first lie down. You feel as though you are lying on the mattress rather than in it, which makes it easy to change position through the night. The firmness comes from the comfort layers at the top; the support system underneath, whether pocket springs, a coil system or foam, does the separate job of holding your body in place. That is why two firm mattresses can feel quite different.
Who tends to prefer a firm feel
Many back and stomach sleepers choose a firm mattress because they like a flatter surface with less sink. Heavier sleepers often find a firm feel more comfortable for the same reason, and some people simply prefer to sleep on top of the mattress rather than in it. Side sleepers usually want more cushioning at the shoulder and hip, so they may find medium or plush mattresses more comfortable. Your body, not the label, should make the final call.
Firm mattress brands at Forty Winks
Firm comfort options come from King Koil, Crown Posture Bedding, Sealy and Sealy Posturepedic, Silent Partner, Active Sleep, MLILY, TEMPUR® and Aireloom, across pocket spring, hybrid and foam constructions. The range runs from everyday options such as the Crown Posture Bedding Physio Pro and the Sealy Posturepedic Acclaim Alpine through to luxury mattresses like the King Koil Platinum Luxury Vista and the Silent Partner Bordeaux. Firm mattresses come in every size from single to super king, so use the size filter to narrow the list.
Finding the right firm mattress
Lie on a few firm mattresses in your usual sleep position for at least a few minutes each, and compare them with a medium firm or super firm option to calibrate. Start with Forty Winks bedMATCH® in-store, which measures your body and recommends a support level, so you are choosing between mattresses that already suit you. Selected ranges are covered by the Forty Winks 90 Night Comfort Guarantee if the feel turns out not to be right at home.
Firm describes a mattress with a less cushioned surface feel than softer options. The exact feel varies between brands and constructions, so one firm's idea of Firm can feel different from another's.
Many back and stomach sleepers, heavier sleepers and people who like to sleep on top of the mattress choose a firm feel. Side sleepers often prefer more cushioning at the shoulder and hip. Comfort is personal, so try a few firm mattresses in your usual sleep position, and let Forty Winks bedMATCH® recommend a support level first.
Super firm sits towards the very firm end of the comfort scale, with less give at the surface than most firm mattresses, while firm keeps a little more cushioning on top. Labels are not standardised between brands, so the clearest comparison is to lie on a firm and a super firm mattress one after the other.
Any new mattress can feel a little different once it has been slept on for a while, as the comfort layers settle in. Follow the care instructions for your model, use a mattress protector from the first night, and see our product care guide for more on keeping it in good condition.
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Forty Winks Fitzroy now calls Hoddle Street in Abbotsford home, with more than 50 mattresses and bedroom suites on display. A trusted Sleep Advisor can take you through Forty Winks bedMATCH®, help determine your individual postural support needs, and make a big showroom feel much easier to navigate. The store also offers mattress removal, assembly, bedroom furniture, pillows, protectors, and Manchester. Parking is limited, with nearby options on Turner Street and Hoddle Street after 10:00am where permitted, while public transport is close by.
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