Pocket Sprung Mattresses

What Is a Pocket Sprung Mattress?

A pocket sprung mattress contains individual springs housed separately within fabric pockets. Rather than moving together as one connected spring unit, each pocket spring can compress independently in response to pressure placed on that area of the mattress.

This gives a pocket sprung mattress a responsive, more localised support system. It can also reduce how much movement travels from one side of the mattress to the other when compared with traditional open-coil constructions, which can be useful when two people share a bed.

The pocket spring unit is only one part of the overall mattress, however. Firmness, surface feel and suitability will also depend on the spring specification, upholstery layers, foams, fibres and overall construction used in each model.

Why Choose a Pocket Sprung Mattress?

Pocket spring mattresses are a versatile option because the spring system can be combined with very different comfort layers and firmness levels. Within our range, this means pocket sprung construction can be found in everything from more cushioned mattresses through to significantly firmer and heavy-duty designs.

• Independent spring movement: individual springs respond separately rather than moving as one connected unit.
• Reduced partner disturbance: localised spring movement can help limit movement transferring across the mattress.
• Different firmness options: pocket spring construction can be used within medium-firm, firm and extra-firm mattresses.
• Different comfort layers: models can combine pocket springs with fibres, foam, memory foam or additional cushioned layers.
• Multiple applications: our range includes options for domestic bedrooms, heavier sleepers, commercial accommodation and bunk beds.

Does Pocket Spring Count Matter?

You will often see pocket sprung mattresses described using figures such as 1,000 or 2,000 springs. Spring count can help describe how the internal support system has been constructed, but it should not be used on its own to judge firmness, comfort or suitability.

For example, a mattress with a higher spring count is not necessarily firmer than one with fewer springs. Spring tension, wire specification, mattress depth and the materials positioned above the spring unit can all change the finished feel.

When comparing mattresses in this collection, consider the complete specification rather than choosing solely on spring count.

Choosing the Right Pocket Sprung Mattress

The best starting point is to decide what you need the mattress to do. Pocket sprung construction is available across several different mattress categories, so the right model will depend on factors such as firmness preference, sleeper weight, mattress depth and where the mattress will be used.

Pocket Sprung vs Memory Foam Mattresses

The main difference is the support system. Pocket sprung mattresses use individual springs to create a responsive sleeping surface, while foam mattresses rely on layers of foam rather than a sprung core.

Neither construction automatically determines how firm a mattress will feel. Pocket sprung mattresses can range considerably in firmness, while different foam densities and layer combinations can also create anything from a more cushioning feel to a very solid surface.

Some mattresses combine both technologies, using a pocket spring core beneath foam or memory foam comfort layers. If you specifically prefer a foam-led construction, compare our memory foam mattresses.

Pocket Sprung Mattresses for Heavier Sleepers

A pocket spring system does not automatically make a mattress suitable for a heavier sleeper. The complete mattress construction and its stated weight capacity are more important than the presence of pocket springs alone.

Several mattresses within this collection also appear within our heavy duty mattress range, where products are selected specifically around higher stated weight capacities and robust construction.

If sleeper weight is one of your main buying criteria, use the weight-support information shown on each product rather than relying solely on firmness or spring count.

Pocket Sprung Mattresses for Contract and Specialist Use

Pocket spring construction is also available across some of our specialist mattresses. This includes models intended for commercial accommodation, waterproof applications and bunk beds.

For commercial settings, mattress specification should be chosen around the requirements of the environment rather than spring type alone. Our contract mattresses bring together products intended specifically for accommodation and higher-use settings.

Likewise, customers buying for bunk beds should consider mattress depth and compatibility alongside comfort. Our dedicated bunk bed mattress collection provides a more focused selection for this application.

What Sizes Are Available?

Our current pocket sprung mattress range includes options across common UK sizes including Single, Small Double, Double, King and Super King, with selected models also available in Small Single. Size availability varies between mattresses, so check the individual product before ordering.

Before replacing an existing mattress, measure the usable sleeping area of the bed frame and compare it with the dimensions shown on the product page. Mattress depth should also be considered where clearance matters, particularly on bunk and raised beds.

Find the Right Pocket Sprung Mattress

Start with the type of support and firmness you prefer, then compare spring construction, comfort layers, weight capacity and size. If pocket springs are your preferred construction, the products above allow you to compare everything from everyday and contract mattresses through to firmer, higher-capacity and specialist designs.

If construction is less important than the amount of support you require, browse our heavy duty mattresses to compare both pocket sprung and foam alternatives.