Ikea Valevag Pocket Sprung Single Mattress
The Ikea Valevag is a 24cm deep pocket sprung mattress with a medium firm feel.
- Minimises partner disturbance
- Support that adapts to your shape
- 365-night trial & 10-year guarantee
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Ikea Valevag Pocket Sprung Mattress
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Mattress details
Mattress
Ikea Valevag Pocket Sprung Mattress
Size
Firmness
Medium Firm
Construction
Foam
Pocket Spring
Depth (cm)
24
Layers
4
Layer Details
Pocket springs
Individually wrapped steel springs, 249 per square metre, that compress independently. This means support follows the contours of your body and a restless partner disturbs you less.
Comfort zones
Zoned areas within the spring unit that yield differently along the length of the mattress. In practice, your shoulders and hips sink in slightly more while your back stays supported.
Standard foam
A polyurethane foam layer at 33 kg/m3 density that cushions you from the springs. It's a simple comfort layer, so expect gentle padding rather than the deep hug of memory foam.
Stiff felt
A firm felt layer that protects the springs and adds structure. You won't feel it directly, but it helps the mattress keep its shape.
Layer details from ikea.com product page, September 2026.
Key benefits
- Leaves room for everything else: At 3ft wide, the UK single leaves space for a desk and wardrobe in a small bedroom, which means homework and storage do not have to fight the bed.
- Two can fit in a shared room: Its narrow footprint lets you place two UK singles side by side with a walkway between, so siblings or two guests each get their own bed.
- Proper springs for a growing back: The independent pocket springs follow the body's shape, which gives a child or teenager more tailored support than the connected coils found in many budget single mattresses.
- Suits a slim loft conversion: A 90cm width sits neatly beneath a sloping ceiling in a loft conversion, where a wider bed would push into the lower part of the room.
- Sensible for a spare room office: In a study that sometimes hosts guests, the UK single keeps most of the floor free for a desk, while still offering visitors a supportive medium firm night.
This size suits you if...
You're buying for a child or teenager who sleeps alone, or you're furnishing a spare room or student room with limited floor space, and you have at least 2.1m x 2.8m to work with.
Consider another size if...
You're an adult who likes room to spread out, or you regularly share your bed. We'd recommend the UK small double instead, and we suggest at least 2.4m x 2.8m for it.
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FAQ's
Will the Ikea Valevag single fit a bunk bed or mid sleeper?
The Valevag is 24cm deep, which is a standard height but may be too deep for some bunk, cabin and mid sleeper frames. Raised frames often set a maximum mattress depth so the guard rail stays high enough above the sleeper. Check the frame maker's stated limit before buying, and choose a shallower mattress if 24cm exceeds it.
What room size do I need for an Ikea Valevag UK single?
We suggest allowing at least 2.1m x 2.8m of floor space for a UK single. That leaves room to walk around the bed and open drawers or a wardrobe. If you're fitting two UK singles into a shared room, measure for both beds plus a clear walkway between them before you order.
Is the Ikea Valevag UK single long enough for a tall teenager or adult?
The UK single is 190cm long, the same length as the UK small double and UK double. If your teenager is already very tall, the UK king adds length, being 10cm longer than the UK single, although it needs far more space: we suggest at least 2.7m x 2.9m for the UK king.
Should I get the Ikea Valevag in a single or small double for a teenager?
The UK single suits a teenager in a smaller room who mainly needs a supportive bed. The UK small double is 30cm wider and the same length, giving more room to sprawl, but we suggest at least 2.4m x 2.8m for it, against 2.1m x 2.8m for the UK single.
Are two Ikea Valevag singles a good choice for a guest room?
Two UK singles give a guest room flexibility: friends or siblings can sleep separately, and each person gets independent pocket springs beneath them. The medium firm feel suits most short stays, although guests who prefer a soft, sinking bed may find it a little plain. Compare the retailers listed on this page for current availability.