Hypnos Wool Origins 8 Firm Mattress
Mattress
Hypnos Wool Origins 8 Firm Mattress
Size
Firmness
Firm
Construction
Depth (cm)
Layers
Layer Details
- A shared bed that fits the room: At 135cm wide, the UK double sits comfortably in most British bedrooms, usually with space left for bedside tables on both sides.
- 67.5cm each for two sharing: Two people get 67.5cm each, which works well here because a firm surface holds you in place rather than rolling you towards the middle.
- Pocket springs, less partner disturbance: Each spring moves independently, which means one of you turning over at 3am registers far less on the other side of a shared double.
- Modest room requirement: We suggest at least 2.6m x 2.8m for a UK double, well within a typical terrace or new build second bedroom.
- Easy to dress: Standard double sheets and a 200 x 200cm duvet are sold everywhere, so bedding for this size is cheap and simple to replace.
This size suits you if...
You share the bed most nights and want a firm feel that keeps both spines level, your bedroom is a typical UK size where a UK king would crowd the walkways, or you're kitting out a guest room that regularly hosts visiting couples and want something supportive rather than saggy.
Consider another size if...
You and your partner are both broad-shouldered or restless and 67.5cm each feels tight. The UK king is 15cm wider and 10cm longer; allow at least 2.7m x 2.9m of room space and we'd recommend it instead.
Similar Mattresses in This Price Range
Did you know? On Mattress Unboxed we have over 1,000 different mattresses to suit all types of sleepers. View all mattresses.
Is a UK double Hypnos Wool Origins 8 big enough for a couple?
Yes, for most couples. Two people sharing get 67.5cm of width each, and the firm pocket sprung build helps here: it keeps each of you supported on your own side rather than letting you sink towards the centre. Larger or restless couples may prefer the UK king, which is 15cm wider and 10cm longer.
What room size do I need for the Wool Origins 8 in a double?
We suggest at least 2.6m x 2.8m, with around 3m x 3m the comfortable norm. That usually leaves space for bedside tables on both sides plus a wardrobe, which is exactly why the UK double remains the default couples' size in typical British bedrooms.
Should I buy the Hypnos Wool Origins 8 in a double or a king?
Choose the UK double if your room is close to our 2.6m x 2.8m minimum or you want floor space around the bed. Choose the UK king if you can allow at least 2.7m x 2.9m and want the extra 15cm of width; taller sleepers will also appreciate its extra 10cm of length.
Will a double mattress get up the stairs in an older house?
Usually, yes. At 4ft 6in x 6ft 3in, the UK double is one of the easier shared sizes to manoeuvre round a turning staircase in an older terrace or a tight new build landing. Hypnos doesn't publish a weight for this mattress, so if access is genuinely tight, check with the retailer before ordering.
Is a firm double a good choice for a guest room?
It's a strong option if your guests are often couples: the 135 x 190cm footprint hosts two people without dominating a smaller second bedroom, and a firm pocket sprung surface suits the widest range of visitors. If the room only ever sleeps one guest, the UK single, 45cm narrower and the same length, frees up more floor space.