Capsule Essentials Mattress
The Capsule Essentials is a soft, 18cm deep open coil mattress designed for children, made for Furniture Village by Julian Bowen and sold in UK Single and UK Double only.
- Soft feel suits lighter sleepers
- Cushioned surface, no coils felt
- 20-year guarantee
£149
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In the Capsule Essentials, open coil springs, which means a single connected spring unit rather than individual pocket springs, give a gently bouncy, traditional feel that suits lighter bodies. It sits firmly in the budget bracket, and for a growing child who will outgrow it in a few years, that pragmatism makes sense. It arrives unrolled with no airing needed, so it can be slept on straight away. There is no sleep trial, which is worth weighing before you buy.
Mattress specifications
Firmness
Soft
Type
Open Coil Spring
Depth (cm)
18
Number of Layers
3
Trial Period (nights)
Warranty (years)
20
Price Range
£149 to £199
Best Sleeping Position(s)
Side Sleeping
Certifications
Assessed from Furniture Village's published specification for this mattress, captured September 2026, and from regular price comparison across our UK retail partners.
Why should you choose this mattress?
This is a sensible pick if you want a low-cost children's mattress from an established retailer without overthinking it. The soft feel suits lightweight sleepers, and open coil springs at an affordable starting price are uncomplicated engineering rather than a compromise dressed up as one. The 18cm depth means most fitted single and double sheets will go on without a fight. It arrives ready to sleep on, no airing needed, and it is covered by Furniture Village's 20 Year Structural Guarantee, which applies across their range. Delivery takes up to 28 days and carries a charge, a noticeable extra on a mattress at an affordable starting price, so factor that into the total.
Key features & layer details
Soft-touch damask cover
A woven damask fabric cover, which means a traditional, hardwearing sleep surface rather than a plush knitted one. It keeps the top of the mattress smooth and practical for a child's bed.
Insulator pad
This sits between the cover and the springs, which means you feel a cushioned surface rather than the coils beneath. It is a standard comfort barrier in open coil designs.
Open coil spring unit
A single interconnected spring system that gives a soft, slightly springy feel across the whole mattress. It suits lighter sleepers well, although it offers less motion isolation than pocket springs, which matters little in a child's single bed.
Layer details from furniturevillage.co.uk product page, September 2026.
Best suited for?
Children
This is described as a children's mattress, with a soft feel and smooth damask cover that keeps a child's bed practical and easy to live with.
Lighter sleepers
The soft feel and open coil spring unit give a gently bouncy surface, which means lighter bodies sit comfortably into it without feeling held up too firmly.
Budget buyers
Open coil springs at an affordable starting price keep the engineering simple, which suits anyone wanting a low-cost mattress for a child who will soon outgrow it.
Guest rooms
It arrives unrolled with no airing needed, which means it can be slept on straight away when a spare bed is wanted at short notice.
This is a children's mattress, so it is not right for adults who need proper support, and the soft feel plus open coil unit will not suit heavier bodies. It only comes in UK Single and UK Double, and there is no sleep trial, so you cannot return it simply for feel.
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Some retailers still sell the earlier version of this mattress, or ex-display and returned stock at a lower price. These are the sizes where it costs less than the current model's best price.
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FAQ's
Is the Capsule Essentials mattress for kids?
Yes. It is a children's mattress, made for Furniture Village by Julian Bowen, available in UK Single and UK Double sizes only. The soft feel and open coil springs are well matched to lighter, growing bodies rather than adults.
Does the Capsule Essentials mattress need airing before use?
No. It arrives unrolled with no airing needed, so it can go straight onto the bed and be slept on the same day.
What guarantee does the Capsule Essentials mattress have?
It is covered by Furniture Village's 20 Year Structural Guarantee, which applies across their range rather than being specific to this mattress. There is no sleep trial, so check the feel suits your child before buying.
How much does delivery cost for the Capsule Essentials mattress?
Furniture Village charges a fee for mattress delivery, with delivery within 28 days. On a mattress with an affordable starting price, that fee is worth including when you compare against alternatives.
How firm is the Capsule Essentials mattress?
It is soft. Combined with the open coil spring unit, that gives a gently cushioned, slightly bouncy feel that suits lightweight sleepers such as children. Heavier sleepers would likely find it too soft to be supportive.
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