Why our sleep experts loved it
Sublime sleep is an underrated luxury that we often neglect. It's not just about simply ceasing to be active and allowing our bodies to replenish their energy reserves; it's about the quality of that sleep as much as the quantity. One of the main contributing factors to a good night's sleep is a comfortable, supportive mattress that caters to your personal needs and preferences. Whether you're a front, back, or side sleeper, the mattress you lie on makes all the difference. With mattresses, the Silentnight Geltex 800 Pocket Mattress is a worthy candidate for consideration.
How we test
Referring to personal in-store tests and experiences alongside customer reviews, this review aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the Silentnight Geltex 800 Pocket Mattress. While I couldn't take the mattress home, I examined it thoroughly in the shop, testing out different sleeping positions and gauging its overall comfort level. I also paid very close attention to its features and construction.
Design and features
The Silentnight Geltex 800 Pocket Mattress shines in its innovative construction. The mattress houses 800 Zoned Mirapocket® springs that are made to individually react to body movements, providing a personalised and responsive zonal support precisely tailored to your body shape. The combination of the springs with the Silentnight Geltex™ cool comfort layer makes this mattress uniquely effective at targeting pressure points, offering relief, and ensuring ease of movement. This gel-infused foam layer is intelligently designed to aid a cooler, more agreeable night’s sleep.
The surface of the mattress boasts a delicate soft-touch, stretch knit cover that works in harmony with the springs and fillings to contour to each sleeper's body. The quilted sleep surface, which enhances the cushioning comfort, places the mattress in the category of easy care – needing only a simple rotation now and then rather than a tiresome flip.
Despite several noteworthy assets, there are a few potential drawbacks. The mattress, weighing in at 24kg, is a hefty piece that may be a challenge to manoeuvre. The mattress is ranked as a medium comfort which, while may suit a broad range of sleepers, may not necessarily satisfy all specific preferences across the comfort spectrum. Lastly, there may be some off-gassing, a chemical smell that can occur with newly manufactured mattresses, although this usually subsides after a few days of airing out.
Expert Opinion on Suitability
The medium tension is suitable for back and side sleepers. Being in the middle ground of the tension spectrum, it should cater well to an array of sleepers, particularly those of average weight. The layer of support should contour well to both back and side sleepers, providing a comfortable and supportive sleep experience. However, back sleepers who prefer a firmer feel may find themselves more comfortable with a mattress that offers increased firmness.
What customers thought
Perusing through customer reviews and feedback, there seems to be a few recurring themes. Many mention that the comfort and support levels of the Silentnight Geltex 800 Pocket Mattress have positively impacted their quality of sleep. However, some mention that the mattress began sagging after extended usage, questioning its long-term durability. More considerate points to note from customer feedback include some minor issues with edge support; the edges of the mattress could lack the same support as the centre. As for price, while some consider it a worthwhile investment for the quality, others suggest it is somewhat expensive.
The Verdict
The Silentnight Geltex 800 Pocket Mattress is an innovative product that brings promising features to the table – responsive springs, cooling foam layers, and a soft stretch knit cover. While it shines in many areas, it may also present potential drawbacks, including its price, heaviness, possible off-gassing, and durability concerns. But overall, for those in pursuit of a mattress that aids in pressure relief, promotes easier movement, and has a cooling effect – this could be a worthy contender. With a five-year guarantee to offer peace of mind, it's an investment in better sleep and, subsequently, a better quality of life.
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