Your bed is where you end each day and begin each morning, so choosing the right mattress is very important. A poor night’s sleep doesn’t always mean your mattress is of poor quality; sometimes, the mattress tension or fillings may not be the right fit.
By this, we mean the cause of your poor night’s sleep may be for a number of reasons, such as tension or fillings, not necessarily because your mattress isn’t good enough. With this in mind, we’ve put together a complete guide to soft mattresses, helping you become a mattress expert in no time at all and see if a soft mattress should be high on your wish list in the pursuit of better sleep.
A woman sleeping on a soft mattress
On the firmness level, soft is the softest type of mattress and what we’d usually recommend for those of a lighter stature who typically sleep on their side.
Soft mattresses are ideal for people experiencing joint pain, such as shoulder or hip issues, as the soft surface offers a cushioned feel. In contrast, we’d recommend a firm or extra firm mattress for those who sleep on their front or back to ensure sufficient spinal alignment.
For further details, head over to our comparison guide for soft mattresses and other tensions.
‘Soft’ refers to the mattress’s tension, outlining its firmness level. In one of our blogs, we discuss tension in greater detail, helping you settle on the perfect bed for your sleeping style.
A soft mattress provides a plush, cushioned feel that gently contours your body. It offers more sinkage and less firmness than other mattress types.
There’s not usually as much selection available with soft mattresses compared to other mattresses. This is because many side sleepers prefer a medium mattress rather than a soft one, as it provides better support for the hips and shoulders while offering some cushioning to alleviate pressure points. The exception is children or, as mentioned above, those with a lightweight stature.
However, we still feature an extensive selection of soft mattresses on our website, varying in price points and composition, offering something for everything.
Most of our soft mattresses are single-sized because they are well-suited for people of a lighter stature, particularly children and teenagers.
The best soft mattress for side sleepers will depend on a few factors, such as the type of comfort you would like to experience, whilst your budget will also play a part. Below, we break down the common types of soft mattresses.
Open coil mattresses are considered budget-friendly options. Despite cheaper price points, they offer a reassuringly balanced sleep surface, ensuring great comfort and support.
These mattresses feature a system of interconnected springs that evenly distribute weight across the surface.
With this in mind, an open coil soft mattress could be an excellent choice for side sleepers looking for a bed on a budget.
Open Coil Mattress
The next level up from open coil bases is pocket springs. Each pocket springs, covered in a fabric sleeve, react independently to movements, allowing for targeted support and excellent pressure relief.
Pocket springs and open coil units will accommodate comfort layers such as memory foam or natural fillings.
Memory foam is an incredibly popular option thanks to the body-moulding comfort the foam offers. A soft memory foam mattress could answer your sleep woes if you want to sink into blissful comfort every night.
Natural mattresses are any mattress that features natural fillings such as wool or cotton. Apart from incredible comfort, natural fillings are recognised for their breathable properties helping to ensure you don’t overheat at night.
Natural fillings are also eco-friendly and often hypoallergenic, ideal for anyone who experiences allergies.
Certain brands, such as Emma and Tempur, feature full-foam mattresses. Complementing the comfort layers is a durable and supportive foam base. Full foam may be the best option if you prefer a consistent, cushioned feel without the bounce of springs.
Soft Foam Mattress
Ensuring we feature something for everyone, our range varies from single to super king. We also sell European sizing and zip and link options, which would be great if you’d like to split your mattress into two single mattresses.
We’re confident our impressive collection will leave you spoilt for choice. Silentnight, Sleepsoul and Tempur are just some of the brands that make up our soft mattress range.
With amazing prices, 60-night sleep trial options and free delivery – Mattressman has your sleep taken care of. Shop our range now and upgrade your sleep!