British Bed Company The Legend Ortho Plus Super King Mattress
The British Bed Company The Legend Ortho Plus Mattress has a 2000 pocket spring unit under a dense cushion layer, which means you get extra-firm, individually moving support with a little comfort on top.
- Extra-firm feel for a flat sleep
- Springs move individually
- Double-sided, so you can flip it
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British Bed Company The Legend Ortho Plus Mattress
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Mattress details
Mattress
British Bed Company The Legend Ortho Plus Mattress
Size
Firmness
Extra Firm
Construction
Orthopaedic
Pocket Spring
Depth (cm)
30
Layers
2
Layer Details
Dense cushion layer
A dense layer of cushioning that sits on top of the spring unit. It adds some comfort to an already firm mattress, so the surface feels a little less harsh.
2000 pocket spring unit
A pocket spring unit with 2000 springs (the count is given for the king size), each moving individually. That means support follows your body's shape rather than moving as a single sheet.
Layer details from mattressman.co.uk product page, October 2026.
Key benefits
- Distance from a restless partner: You each get 90cm, which is 15cm more each than the UK king, so space does most of the work in keeping their movement away from you.
- Room when children wander in: The extra-firm surface stays flat across the full 180cm width, which means a small child climbing in at 3am is less likely to roll into either of you.
- A big dog without losing your share: If a large dog sleeps on the bed as routine, 180 x 200cm lets it settle at the foot while both adults keep a proper stretch of mattress.
- In proportion with a large room: In a period property or generous master bedroom where a UK king can look a little undersized, the 180cm width sits more comfortably against the wall.
- Double-sided for longer wear: You can rotate and flip it to spread wear, although at this size turning it is a job for two people rather than one.
This size suits you if...
You share with a partner whose tossing and turning keeps waking you, children or a large dog regularly end up in the bed with you, or your bedroom comfortably clears our suggested 3m x 2.9m and a smaller bed would look lost in it.
Consider another size if...
Your room falls short of 3m x 2.9m, or a tight landing makes a 180cm-wide mattress hard to get upstairs. We'd recommend the UK king instead, which needs at least 2.7m x 2.9m.
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FAQ's
What size bedroom do I need for a Legend Ortho Plus super king?
We suggest at least 3m x 2.9m, with around 3.5m x 3.2m feeling more comfortable once you add bedside tables and space to walk round. In a loft conversion, the slope of the ceiling usually decides which wall the bed goes on, so measure the full-height floor area rather than the whole room.
How much space does each person get on a super king Legend Ortho Plus?
Two people sharing get 90cm each. That's 15cm more each than the UK king and 22.5cm more each than the UK double, which is a real difference if your partner moves a lot in the night or the children often join you.
Should I get the Legend Ortho Plus in a king or super king?
The UK super king is 30cm wider than the UK king but the same length, so you gain width only. Choose the UK super king if you want distance from a restless sleeper or regularly share with children or pets. If your room is under 3m x 2.9m, the UK king, at 2.7m x 2.9m, is the safer fit.
Is a super king Legend Ortho Plus difficult to flip and get upstairs?
It's double-sided, so you'll want to flip and rotate it, and at 180 x 200cm that's a two-person job. Before ordering, check your door swing, landing turns and stairwell. British Bed Company doesn't publish a weight for this mattress, so ask the retailer if lifting is a concern.
What bedding fits the Legend Ortho Plus super king?
Look for super king fitted sheets with pockets deep enough for a 30cm mattress, as shallower sheets can ping off the corners. A 260 x 220cm duvet fits this size. Super king bedding costs more than king bedding, so factor in a spare set when you compare the retailers listed on this page.