Silentnight Explore Traditional Spring Kids' Mattress
The Silentnight Explore Traditional Spring Kids' Mattress pairs open coil springs with a waterproof, hypoallergenic cover, which means everyday spills and a child's growing body are both taken care of.
- Waterproof cover for everyday spills
- Hypoallergenic for sensitive sleepers
- Breathable fibres keep air moving
£379
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This is a traditional open coil spring mattress for children aged 3 and over, rated medium and 23cm deep. A quilted surface with an airflow border sits over a recycled-fibre layer, and the cover is waterproof for spills. It comes in a UK single only. Dreams offers a 100-night trial, and Silentnight gives a 5-year guarantee.
Mattress specifications
Firmness
Medium
Type
Open Coil Spring
Depth (cm)
23
Number of Layers
3
Trial Period (nights)
Warranty (years)
Price Range
£379
Best Sleeping Position(s)
Back Sleeping
Combination Sleeping
Side Sleeping
Certifications
Assessed from the specification published by dreams.co.uk, captured November 2026, and from regular price comparison across our UK retail partners.
Why should you choose this mattress?
The waterproof cover is the headline: spills and accidents are far less of a worry on a child's bed. The hypoallergenic properties are a plus for sensitive sleepers, and the breathable EcoComfort Fibre layer, made from recycled plastic, helps keep air moving. Open coil springs give full-body support, and a medium feel suits most children as they grow. It's suitable from age 3 upwards. Being single-sided, it can't be flipped, although you can still rotate it. It's a sensible, practical choice for a first proper bed.
Key features & layer details
Quilted sleep surface
A smooth quilted top with an airflow border. It gives your child an even surface to sleep on, with air able to move around the edges.
EcoComfort Fibre layer
A thicker layer of EcoComfort Fibre, made from recycled plastic and described as breathable. It adds cushioning while letting air pass through.
Open coil spring unit
Durable open coil springs that provide full-body support. They give a traditional, supportive base for a growing child.
Layer details from dreams.co.uk product page, November 2026.
Best suited for?
Children
Made for children aged 3 and over, it has a waterproof cover that makes spills and accidents far less of a worry on their bed.
Allergy sufferers
Hypoallergenic properties suit sensitive sleepers, so a child who reacts to bedding materials has a more comfortable option in this mattress.
Warm sleepers
An airflow border on the quilted top and a breathable recycled-fibre layer let air keep moving, which helps the bed feel less stuffy at night.
Eco-conscious buyers
The breathable EcoComfort Fibre layer is made from recycled plastic, so part of the cushioning comes from reused material rather than new fibre.
If you need a size other than a UK single, this might not be the best choice, as it only comes in that one size. It's rated medium, so a child who needs a very soft or firm feel may not be comfortable. It's single-sided and can't be flipped, and it's not suited to children under 3.
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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.
Silentnight Explore Traditional Spring Kids' Mattress
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FAQ's
How firm is the Silentnight Explore Traditional Spring Kids' Mattress?
It's rated medium. That's a balanced feel which suits most children, although a child who likes a very soft or very firm bed may prefer something different.
What size does the Silentnight Explore Traditional Spring Kids' Mattress come in?
It comes in a UK single only, measuring 90 x 190cm. If your child's bed is a different size, you'll need to choose another mattress.
How deep is the Silentnight Explore Traditional Spring Kids' Mattress?
It's 23cm deep. That's a good height for a child's bed, so it should sit comfortably on most frames, although check any bed with high side rails or a low gap.
Is the Silentnight Explore Traditional Spring Kids' Mattress waterproof?
Yes, Silentnight describes it as waterproof for everyday spills. It also has hypoallergenic properties, which helps if your child is sensitive to allergens.
Does the Silentnight Explore Traditional Spring Kids' Mattress come with a trial or guarantee?
Dreams offers a 100-night trial, and Silentnight gives a 5-year guarantee. The trial is Dreams' own offer, so check its terms before you buy.
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