British Bed Company The Legend Ortho Mattress
Mattress
British Bed Company The Legend Ortho Mattress
Size
Firmness
Extra Firm
Construction
Depth (cm)
Layers
3
Layer Details
- Cover. A cotton-rich cover sits on top. Cotton is breathable, which means it helps the sleep surface stay a little cooler than fully synthetic fabrics.
- Cushion layer. A dense cushion layer provides comfort to an already firm mattress. In practice, that means a touch of give at the surface before you reach the firmer support beneath.
- Spring unit. The spring unit forms the supportive core of the mattress. This is where the firm, orthopaedic-style feel comes from.
Layer details from mattressman.co.uk product page, September 2026.
- Fits compact rooms: At 90cm wide it leaves floor space free in a small bedroom, so a desk or wardrobe can share the room without a squeeze.
- Extra firm support for a growing teen: Heavier teenagers who sleep on their back or front often do better on a firmer surface, and this pocket spring build keeps them supported rather than sagging.
- A guest bed with a real mattress: Extra firm suits occasional use well, since a spare room single that only sees a few nights a month stays supportive for the visitors who do use it.
- Cheap, easy bedding: Standard single sheets and a 135 x 200cm duvet fit, and they are the most widely stocked bedding of any UK size.
- Straightforward to compare: The retailer prices shown on this page are updated as they change, so you can check the UK single against other sizes before committing.
This size suits you if...
You sleep alone and know you prefer a firm surface, you are buying for a teenager who has outgrown a softer children's mattress, or you are furnishing a spare room or first flat where the frame is a single and the mattress is down to you. The 90cm width also suits rooms where the bed has to share space with a desk or storage.
Consider another size if...
You are an adult who spreads out in your sleep, or you find 90cm leaves you nudging the edge by morning. The UK small double is 30cm wider at the same length, and we suggest at least 2.4m x 2.8m of floor space for it.
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What are the dimensions of the Legend Ortho single mattress?
The UK single measures 90 x 190cm, which is 3ft x 6ft 3in. That is the standard UK one-person size, so it fits ordinary single frames, standard single fitted sheets and a 135 x 200cm single duvet without any hunting for unusual sizes.
What room size do I need for a single Legend Ortho?
We suggest allowing at least 2.1m x 2.8m of floor space for a UK single. That guidance is ours rather than the manufacturer's, and it leaves enough room to walk round the bed and open drawers. In a child's room competing with a desk and toy storage, the single is usually the only size that works.
Is the Legend Ortho single suitable for a child?
It depends on the child. This is an extra firm mattress, and lighter bodies press into a firm surface less, so a small or lightweight child who sleeps on their side may find it too unyielding. For a heavier teenager who sleeps on their back or front, the firm pocket spring support is a sensible fit.
Does the Legend Ortho single work in a guest room?
Yes, and arguably better than most sizes. A 90cm single, or two of them, fits a spare room that doubles as an office, and the extra firm feel holds up well under occasional use. Guests who prefer a soft, sink-in surface may find it firm, so it suits hosts whose visitors like solid support.
Should I get the single or the small double Legend Ortho?
The UK single is 30cm narrower than the UK small double, and the two are the same length. If the sleeper is a child, a teen or an occasional guest, the single is fine. A solo adult sleeping on it every night may prefer the extra width, provided the room offers at least 2.4m x 2.8m, which is our suggested minimum for the UK small double.