Description
Some people sleep best on a mattress that barely gives. If you are one of them, The Foam People’s Comfort Ortho All Reflex Firm is made from 8 inches (20 cm) of high-density reflex foam, with very little sinkage. This listing is the 4ft6 Double, 135 × 190 cm.
Reflex foam versus memory foam
Memory foam slowly molds around you and lets you sink in. Reflex foam pushes back more and gives you a firmer, more resistant surface. Here it is used for both the support layer and the comfort layer, so the whole mattress feels firm. The aim, according to the maker, is to support the body and keep a comfortable posture through the night.
Things to like
- A premium Pisa zip cover that comes off for easy care.
- Single-sided with a non-sleep base, so no flipping; just rotate it regularly so it wears evenly.
- Fits a standard UK double frame.
Things to think about
- If you are coming from a plush or memory foam bed, firm takes some getting used to.
- It is all foam with no springs, so it breathes and bounces differently from a pocket-sprung mattress.
- Couples who disagree on firmness will both be sleeping on the same firm surface.
Choosing for a sore back
Firm is not automatically better for back pain; it depends on your body and how you sleep. If you have ongoing back or joint pain, a clinician or physiotherapist can help you decide. Morning stiffness that lasts more than an hour, or pain that is worse at rest, is worth mentioning to your doctor.
Want to understand your nights better? Try the free Pain Check-Up, and drop into the back and neck pain groups.
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