Rest Assured British Wool 2000 Pocket Softer Mattress
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Rest Assured British Wool 2000 Pocket Softer Mattress
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Soft
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- Soft feel for lighter sleepers: Children and slim adults often perch on top of firmer mattresses, whereas this softer tension lets a small frame settle in at the shoulder and hip.
- Leaves space for the rest of the room: At 90cm wide, the UK single leaves room for a desk, wardrobe and toy storage in a child's bedroom, with a clear path between them.
- Suits a loft conversion: A narrow footprint slides in under a sloping ceiling where a wider bed would push you into the lowest part of the roof.
- Twin singles for guests: Two UK singles side by side let a spare room take two friends, or a couple who prefer separate beds, with the soft springs on both.
- Standard UK frame size: Most bunk, cabin and mid sleeper frames are built for a 90 x 190cm mattress, although you should check the frame's maximum mattress depth first.
This size suits you if...
You're buying for a child or teenager who sleeps on their side and finds firmer mattresses uncomfortable, or you sleep alone in a compact room and want a gentler feel, or you're furnishing a spare room that also serves as a study.
Consider another size if...
You're an adult who likes to spread out, or a couple sharing. We'd recommend the UK double instead, which is 45cm wider; allow at least 2.6m x 2.8m for the UK double.
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Is the Rest Assured British Wool 2000 Pocket Softer UK single a good mattress for a child?
For most children, yes. Lighter bodies tend to find firmer mattresses a little hard at the shoulder and hip, and this soft pocket spring feel lets them sink in slightly. The UK single is also the standard size for children's beds, so frames and bedding are easy to find. A heavier teenager who sleeps on their back may prefer something firmer.
Can I put the UK single Rest Assured British Wool 2000 Pocket Softer on a bunk or cabin bed?
The 90 x 190cm footprint matches the frame size most bunk, cabin and mid sleeper beds are designed for. The part to check is depth: raised frames set a maximum mattress depth so the guard rail stays high enough to be safe. Compare the depth on Rest Assured's own listing against the frame maker's limit before you buy.
How much room do I need for a UK single mattress?
We suggest at least 2.1m x 2.8m of floor space for a UK single. That leaves enough room to walk around the bed and open drawers. For siblings sharing a bedroom with two UK singles, measure for both beds and a walkway between them, rather than doubling this figure in your head.
Should one adult choose the UK single or the UK double in this mattress?
The UK single is 45cm narrower than the UK double but the same length, so the choice comes down to width. If you sleep still and your room is tight, the UK single is fine. If you sprawl or share with a pet, the UK double will feel far roomier; allow at least 2.6m x 2.8m for it.
Is a UK single long enough for a tall teenager?
At 190cm (6ft 3in), the UK single suits most teenagers, but a very tall one may find their feet near the edge. The UK king is 10cm longer, although it is also 60cm wider and needs at least 2.7m x 2.9m of floor space. This mattress doesn't come in a longer single.