Medium Mattresses

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A medium firmness rating means that the mattress is between firm and soft. These mattresses are ideal if you like a bit of softness yet you don't want to jeopardise support. We have a full range of memory foam, pocket sprung, coil sprung, and orthopaedic mattresses. Browse our full collection below.

Why Medium Mattresses Are a Popular Choice

For many sleepers, the medium mattress strikes the perfect balance between comfort and support. It's not too soft, leaving you swallowed whole, nor too firm, feeling like you're on a board. This happy medium makes it ideal for people who switch positions throughout the night or have what's known as a "combination sleeping style”.

Let’s Understand the Medium Mattress

Think of a firmness scale from 1 (cloud-like) to 10 (rock-solid). Medium mattresses typically land around a 5 or 6. This sweet spot allows them to gently cradle your body's curves while providing enough firmness to keep your spine aligned. This translates to better pressure relief, potentially fewer aches and pains, and ultimately, a more restful night's sleep. 

Who Should Choose a Medium Mattress?

Combination sleepers: If you tend to switch between sleeping on your back, side, and stomach, a medium mattress is a versatile choice that can accommodate all of these positions.

Couples with different sleep preferences: Since medium mattresses offer a balance of comfort and support, they can be a good compromise for couples who have different firmness preferences.

People with average weight: Medium mattresses are well-suited for people of average weight, as they provide the right amount of sinkage and support.

Benefits of Medium Mattresses

Pressure relief: Medium mattresses conform to your body's curves, helping to distribute your weight evenly and reduce pressure points that can cause pain and discomfort.

Spinal Alignment: A medium mattress can help to keep your spine in a neutral position, regardless of your sleeping position. This is important for maintaining good posture and preventing back pain.

Motion Isolation: If you share your bed with a partner, a medium mattress can help to isolate motion transfer. This means that you'll be less likely to be disturbed by your partner's movements during the night.

Versatility: Medium mattresses are a good option for people with a variety of sleeping styles and preferences.

Things to Consider When Buying a Medium Mattress

Material: Medium mattresses can be made from a variety of materials, including innerspring, memory foam, latex, and hybrid constructions. Each material has its own unique feel and benefits.

Body weight: While medium mattresses are a good option for people of average weight, heavier sleepers may find that they need a firmer mattress for proper support. Conversely, lighter sleepers may prefer a softer medium mattress.

Sleeping style: If you are primarily a side sleeper, you may want to choose a medium-soft mattress that provides additional pressure relief for your shoulders and hips. Back sleepers and stomach sleepers may prefer a slightly firmer medium mattress for better spinal alignment.