Bodyshape Value Memory Mattress
Mattress
Bodyshape Value Memory Mattress
Size
Firmness
Medium Firm
Construction
Depth (cm)
16
Layers
3
Layer Details
- Knitted cover. A soft knitted finish that adds a touch of cosiness on top of the foam. It also enhances airflow and breathability, which means the surface should feel a little cooler than a basic foam cover.
- Memory Foam. A 3cm layer of memory foam that cradles to your shape, which means pressure at your hips and shoulders is eased as you settle in. It creates a cushioned feel without the deep sink of thicker memory foam layers.
- Reflex Foam. A 13cm base of sturdy reflex foam, a firmer, more responsive foam that does the supportive work. It promotes spinal alignment and moulds gently to your body, so you feel held on top rather than swallowed.
Layer details from mattressonline.co.uk product page, September 2026.
- Proper space for two: At 75cm each for two people sharing, you can both change position without waking the other, which matters when one of you leaves for work hours earlier.
- Foam absorbs movement: Memory foam over a reflex base transfers less motion than a bouncy surface, so an early alarm on one side stays on one side.
- Extra length for taller sleepers: The UK king is 10cm longer than the UK Double, which means anyone approaching 6ft finally gets their feet on the mattress.
- A big bed on a small budget: King sizes usually carry a premium, but this budget foam build keeps the upgrade affordable, and at 16cm deep it's manageable to move upstairs alone.
- Cooler than typical budget foam: The knitted cover improves airflow across the surface, which two people sharing will notice more than one, since a shared bed runs warmer.
This size suits you if...
You share the bed every night and have outgrown a double, or you're often disturbed by a partner on a different schedule and want foam plus width to soften those movements. It also fits if one of you is tall enough to hang off a standard-length mattress, or you're setting up a decent-sized master bedroom without a big spend.
Consider another size if...
Your bedroom is smaller than the 2.7m x 2.9m we suggest as a minimum, or you sleep alone and don't need the width. We'd recommend the UK double instead, which needs a slightly smaller room at 2.6m x 2.8m.
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Is the Bodyshape Value Memory Mattress in a UK king good for couples?
Yes, with a caveat. The width gives you 75cm each for two people sharing, and the memory foam layer dampens movement, which suits partners on different schedules. The medium firm feel supports most sleepers, although lightweight side sleepers may find it slightly too firm, and heavier couples may want a deeper mattress than 16cm.
What room size do I need for this mattress in a UK king?
We suggest at least 2.7m x 2.9m, with 3.2m x 3.2m comfortable. That allows for bedside tables and space to walk around both sides. If your room is a new build master that shrinks once wardrobes go in, measure with furniture in place before committing to the UK king.
Is the UK king Bodyshape Value Memory Mattress long enough for tall sleepers?
At 200cm long (the full size is 5ft x 6ft 6in), the UK king is 10cm longer than the UK double, and that length is often the real reason taller sleepers upgrade. If either of you is over six foot, the extra 10cm stops feet dangling off the end.
Is a king size worth it over a double for this mattress?
The UK king is 15cm wider than the UK double and 10cm longer, which sounds modest but changes how a shared bed feels night to night. Because this is a budget mattress, the jump costs less than it would on a premium model. Compare the retailers listed on this page for the current price.
Is the UK king the biggest size this mattress comes in?
Yes. The Bodyshape Value Memory Mattress runs from small single up to king, so there's no super king option. If you want maximum space for two, the UK king is the ceiling here, and couples wanting a 180cm-wide bed would need to look at a different mattress.