Firmness
Type
Pocket Spring
Depth (cm)
24
Number of Layers
4
Trial Period (nights)
365
Warranty (years)
10
Price Range
£149 to £299
Best Sleeping Position(s)
Certifications
Assessed from Ikea's published specification for this mattress, captured September 2026, and from regular price comparison across our UK retail partners.
The main draw is value. From £149.00 you get proper pocket springs rather than the connected coils found in many budget mattresses, so support adapts to your body shape and motion transfer between partners is reduced. The polyurethane foam has a 33 kg/m3 density, which means it should hold its shape reasonably well over time for the price. Ikea states a 365-night trial across its mattress range, considerably longer than most brands offer, though it's sensible to confirm the terms at checkout. Add the 10-year guarantee and certifications to EN 1957 and BS 7177 safety and durability standards, and it's a low-risk purchase for anyone furnishing on a budget or kitting out a guest room.
Key Features & what's inside
- Pocket springs. Individually wrapped steel springs, 249 per square metre, that compress independently. This means support follows the contours of your body and a restless partner disturbs you less.
- Comfort zones. Zoned areas within the spring unit that yield differently along the length of the mattress. In practice, your shoulders and hips sink in slightly more while your back stays supported.
- Standard foam. A polyurethane foam layer at 33 kg/m3 density that cushions you from the springs. It's a simple comfort layer, so expect gentle padding rather than the deep hug of memory foam.
- Stiff felt. A firm felt layer that protects the springs and adds structure. You won't feel it directly, but it helps the mattress keep its shape.
Layer details from ikea.com product page, September 2026.
Who's it NOT for?
If you like a soft, sink-in feel, the medium firm tension and modest foam layer will likely feel too plain. Heavier sleepers wanting deep, plush comfort layers should look at deeper hybrid designs. It's also a basic build, so anyone after cooling technology or memory foam contouring should shop elsewhere.
Ikea Valevag Pocket Sprung Mattress
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Is the Ikea Valevag mattress firm or soft?
Ikea describes it as medium firm. That suits most back and combination sleepers, although lightweight side sleepers may find it a little too firm at the shoulders and hips, despite the comfort zones.
How thick is the Ikea Valevag mattress?
It's 24cm deep, a fairly typical height that should fit standard fitted sheets without any trouble.
Does the Ikea Valevag come with a trial and guarantee?
Ikea offers a 365-night trial as a brand-wide policy, though it's worth confirming the terms when you buy. The mattress carries a 10-year guarantee.
What sizes does the Ikea Valevag come in?
Five UK sizes: single, small double, double, king and super king, with prices starting from £149.00.
What is the Ikea Valevag made of?
Steel pocket springs, polyurethane foam at 33 kg/m3 density, a stiff felt layer and a polyester ticking that includes recycled polyester. It's certified to EN 1957 and BS 7177.
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