Soft

What is a soft mattress?

A soft mattress has generous comfort layers that compress under your body weight. Unlike firmer options that keep you sleeping "on top" of the surface, soft mattresses allow controlled sinking, creating a cradling sensation around your curves and joints.

The softness comes from specialised comfort layers above the support core – typically plush memory foam, soft fibres, or pillowtop designs that prioritise gentle pressure relief over rigid support for a highly cushioned surface.

Different types of soft mattresses

Soft mattresses achieve their plush feel through various constructions. Memory foam versions use lower-density foams in their upper layers, creating deeper contouring and enhanced pressure relief.

Pillowtop designs add a cushioning layer sewn onto the mattress surface, providing immediate softness while maintaining the support system below.

Hybrid models might combine soft comfort layers with responsive pocket springs, offering a balance of plushness and bounce.

Some feature multiple comfort layers with gradually increasing density, creating a progressive softness that prevents excessive sinking while maximising comfort.

How a soft mattress feels

When you first lie on a soft mattress, you'll experience an immediate sense of luxury as the surface yields to your body weight. The plush layers create a gentle hugging sensation, particularly noticeable around your shoulders and hips.

This initial softness transitions smoothly into the more supportive layers beneath, ensuring you don't feel completely sinking.

The mattress adapts to your movements, though you might notice slightly slower response times compared to firmer options—a trade-off for enhanced comfort.

Side sleepers often find this construction ideal, as the soft surface allows their shoulders and hips to sink while maintaining proper spinal alignment.

The best soft mattresses

Our collection includes exceptional soft mattresses that combine plush comfort with reliable support at every price point.

The Kayflex Windsor has 13.5-gauge springs in its open coil system, paired with a soft damask cover. The lighter gauge construction creates a gentle, yielding feel for guest rooms or anyone who prefers a softer sleeping surface.

Deep pocket springs give the Dura Beds Vermont 1000 its distinctive feel, with each spring wrapped individually under a hand-tufted cover.

Side sleepers will appreciate how it cradles shoulders and hips, while couples benefit from minimal motion transfer (you won't disturb your partner when moving). Hand-tufting locks the plush fillings into position for a consistent sleep surface.

Crafted for luxury, the Shire Beds Sylvette 1000 showcases advanced pocket springs beneath layers of premium cushioning. Practical side handles make rotation easy, while high-end materials throughout deliver the indulgent comfort of a boutique hotel mattress.

Each mattress includes free UK delivery in 3-7 working days, allowing you to transform your sleep experience without delay.

Whether you're seeking affordable softness or premium plushness, our collection offers quality British-made mattresses to suit every preference and budget.