Highgrove Solar Backcare King Size Mattress
The Highgrove Solar Backcare is a budget-friendly mattress from established British bed maker Highgrove, available in six UK sizes from Small Single up to Super King.
- Firm open coil support
- Includes Small Single & Small Double
- Suits spare rooms & rentals
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Highgrove Solar Backcare Mattress
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Mattress details
Mattress
Highgrove Solar Backcare Mattress
Size
Firmness
Firm
Construction
Depth (cm)
23
Layers
3
Layer Details
Belgian damask cover
A Belgian damask fabric with a deep quilted finish that holds the outer fabric to the surface layers. It keeps the top of the mattress neat and secure, so the filling stays where it should.
White fibre fillings
A lightweight, high-loft white fibre filling that is hypoallergenic and keeps its shape. It adds a layer of cushioning over the springs and suits you if allergens are a worry, though a fibre filling will feel simpler than foam.
Open coil spring system
A 12.5-gauge open coil system with the springs set out in rows from head to toe, and a thick rod-edge wire around the perimeter to strengthen it. This gives the firm feel the mattress is known for and helps the edges hold up over time.
Layer details from archerssleepcentre.co.uk and bedconnect.co.uk product pages, October 2026.
Key benefits
- Proper space for two: At 75cm each for two people sharing, you both get room to stretch out, which means fewer elbows and less shuffling to the edge.
- 15cm wider than a UK double: The UK king is 15cm wider than the UK double, a difference you notice most on the nights one of you is restless.
- Extra length for taller sleepers: At 200cm long, the UK king suits anyone approaching six foot whose feet currently hang off a standard-length bed.
- King space on a small budget: The Solar Backcare is one of the more affordable ways into this size, useful if the bed frame has already stretched the budget.
- Room for the whole household: If the dog treats the foot of the bed as its own, the extra width means it can settle there without either of you losing space.
This size suits you if...
You share the bed every night and the double is starting to feel cramped, especially if one of you gets up hours before the other and would rather not wake their partner climbing out. It also suits you if either sleeper is approaching six foot, since the 200cm length is a genuine upgrade over a standard double, or if a pet routinely claims part of the mattress.
Consider another size if...
Your bedroom falls short of the 2.7m x 2.9m we suggest as a minimum for a UK king. In that case the UK double of this same mattress would suit you better, keeping walking space around the bed.
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FAQ's
Is the Highgrove Solar Backcare king big enough for a tall sleeper?
It should be. The UK king runs 200cm long, which comfortably accommodates anyone approaching six foot. If width is the concern rather than length, the UK super king of this mattress is 30cm wider than the UK king, though it demands a noticeably bigger room.
Will a UK king reduce disturbance from my partner?
Extra width helps. With 75cm each for two people sharing, you are less likely to feel a partner turning over or getting up early. Highgrove doesn't publish construction details for the Solar Backcare, so we can't comment on how well the mattress itself absorbs movement, but the space alone makes a difference.
What room size do I need for the Solar Backcare in a UK king?
We suggest at least 2.7m x 2.9m, with around 3.2m x 3.2m feeling comfortable once wardrobes and bedside tables are in. New build master bedrooms often look bigger empty than they are furnished, so measure with your existing furniture in mind before committing.
Is the king size worth it over the double for this mattress?
For couples, usually yes. The UK king is 15cm wider than the UK double and also longer, so you gain space in both directions. Given the Solar Backcare's budget pricing, the step up costs less here than it would on most mattresses. Solo sleepers in smaller rooms may find the UK double plenty.
Where can I buy the Solar Backcare in a UK king?
Highgrove makes this model exclusively for selected bed retailers, so it isn't sold on Highgrove's own site. Availability in each size changes, so compare the retailers listed on this page; the prices shown here are updated as retailers change them.