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Can anyone recommend a really good mattress topper please?

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TitaniasAss · 15/02/2023 20:14

New ish bed. Bed was pretty cheap and it came with a mattress so obviously not the best quality. It's a bit of a temporary measure at the moment but I absolutely cannot sleep on it for much longer as it's killing my back when I lie on my back and my hips when I lie on my side. The mattress is so hard it's like sleeping on a concrete slab. I'm thinking that a decent topper may be a good plan for now but not sure what to get. Any recommendations?

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BecuaseIWantItThatWay · 15/02/2023 20:16

Watching 👀, I would like to know too!

Bikeybikeface · 15/02/2023 20:16

Can’t help you sorry, but I definitely have the same problem.

greenacrylicpaint · 15/02/2023 20:17

ikea memory foam.
reasonably priced and will make a difference.

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TitaniasAss · 15/02/2023 20:19

I wondered if memory foam would be the way to go. I've been in pain all day today and I'm waking up 3/4 times a night because of this stupid mattress. I'm sure I saw someone on here mention a Panda topper a while ago but I can't find the post. I didn't need one at the time!

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Farmageddon · 15/02/2023 20:28

I got this a while ago and it's very comfortable - it's also machine washable which is handy.

www.marksandspencer.com/simpy-soft-matress-protector/p/hbp60466202#intid=plpnav_pid_pg1pip29g4r3c2

Itsagrandoldteam · 15/02/2023 20:31

Dorma Tencel memory foam from Dunelm, this topper is amazing. It's not cheap though £190 for a double £225 for kingsize.

My sister has a panda topper from Amazon, she really likes that one.

HundredMilesAnHour · 15/02/2023 20:37

I have a goose down topper from Soak & Sleep. Best purchase ever. Very hard to get out of bed now. 😉

GreenSalon · 15/02/2023 20:40

Panda mattress topper. A recent purchase and v pleased

SkalengeckOrSiegbarste · 15/02/2023 20:44

We got one from Dunelm. I can't remember exactly which one, but it was a memory foam one, we have a superking & it cost about £180. Totally worth it! I was pregnant when we got it and really struggling to get comfortable. The topper helped so much. DH loves it too.

Craftybodger · 15/02/2023 20:55

It depends what you want it for. Memory foam are good to add comfort. Down are good for additional warmth. I’ve had both and really liked both. Have to have a down topper now, need to keep warm!

NomDePrune · 15/02/2023 20:59

Literally just making the bed with brand new wool-filled topper from Devon Duvets - v excited to think it might improve my aching joints and get a better night's sleep

www.devonduvets.com/wool-mattress-topper-king

Ostryga · 15/02/2023 21:01

GET AN IKEA HOVAG MATTRESS IMMEDIATELY!

Sorry to shout but it’s the same price as a decent topper and they are so dang comfortable you will thank me.

Stick the new mattress on gumtree and sleep well every night.

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TitaniasAss · 15/02/2023 21:49

It's def for comfort, not warmth. The Hovag mattress is just more than I can afford right now I'm afraid so I'm leaning towards the Panda because I can afford it and it gets great reviews. I just want to be comfortable in my bed! Gone are the days when I could sleep on anything, I want my comfort dammit!

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007DoubleOSeven · 15/02/2023 22:01

Silentnight Airmax mattress topper

Affordable and brilliant

Wilma55 · 15/02/2023 22:05

We use a panda topper in our campervan and its made the world of difference. Also have a John Lewis memory foam which is good. Both 5cm.

skaredykat · 15/02/2023 22:56

I found memory foam too hot - like lying on a radiator by the middle of the night because your body heat doesn't dissipate. I ditched it, along with my old mattress, in favour of a new but cheapish Ikea mattress (HÖVÅG) and a cool mattress topper from M&S.

LegArmpits · 15/02/2023 23:04

We bought a Panda topper in February 2020 and it's still going strong and has made a huge difference to an old mattress.

Ostryga · 15/02/2023 23:06

Hovag is £30 more. I promise you if you can cope with another month of crap sleep you’ll thank me.

A topper works for for a few months, a mattress works for years.

TheTeenageYears · 15/02/2023 23:53

Panda topper - do you have access to Costco? It's cheaper there. They also sell them reconditioned on eBay which I nearly bought when they were out of stock at Costco but were restocked the day I went to order. We have 4 in different sizes. I also can't live without my Panda pillow.

Thatnameistaken · 16/02/2023 06:11

We have tried a few including the panda but I found the memory foam too hot.
We've now got the dormeo octasmart topper and love it.

HundredMilesAnHour · 16/02/2023 10:59

Craftybodger · 15/02/2023 20:55

It depends what you want it for. Memory foam are good to add comfort. Down are good for additional warmth. I’ve had both and really liked both. Have to have a down topper now, need to keep warm!

I definitely don't want down for warmth. I like a cool bed and room. My goose down topper is super-comfy and has zero impact on temperature.

I actually copied my bed setup from Sofitel as their beds are the most comfy hotel beds that I've ever slept in (Sofitel are known for their beds and food).

mewkins · 12/03/2024 21:48

skaredykat · 15/02/2023 22:56

I found memory foam too hot - like lying on a radiator by the middle of the night because your body heat doesn't dissipate. I ditched it, along with my old mattress, in favour of a new but cheapish Ikea mattress (HÖVÅG) and a cool mattress topper from M&S.

Does the cool mattress topper work? I currently have a panda but wake up ridiculously warm.

skaredykat · 12/03/2024 21:56

mewkins · 12/03/2024 21:48

Does the cool mattress topper work? I currently have a panda but wake up ridiculously warm.

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Yes, in the sense that it is cooler than the memory foam - I don't get the radiator feeling with it. I wouldn't say it is cool, just not so uncomfortably hot.

Andthereyougo · 12/03/2024 23:21

Thatnameistaken · 16/02/2023 06:11

We have tried a few including the panda but I found the memory foam too hot.
We've now got the dormeo octasmart topper and love it.

I bought the Dormeo octasmart too and I hate it. Slides around, not particularly comfortable. Bought a £45ish fabric one from Dunelm, so much better.

TyneTeas · 12/03/2024 23:35

I got a Fogarty Anti Allergy Memory Foam Mattress Topper from Dunelm a few years ago and I was surprised at how much it improved the bed