Firm support at the lowest price we make. One thick layer of dense foam, cut to your exact measurements — it holds its shape, it won't dip in the middle, and you'll never have to turn it.
- Two firmness levels: Medium-firm or Hard
- 4 depths from 12.5–25 cm — multiple price points
- 2-year guarantee
- Hypoallergenic zip-off washable cover
- A single thick layer of firm foam — no thin pads glued together
- You'll never have to turn it
- Bulk pricing available for traders
Single Layer Construction
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Hypoallergenic Zip-Off Cover
A breathable, hypoallergenic cover that zips away and washes in your machine — an easy refresh whenever the spare room or guest bed needs one.
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Quality Single-Layer Foam Core
One thick layer of firm foam does all the work here. Building it as a single layer is how we hold the price down, and the foam itself is not where we cut the corner. It supports you evenly and doesn't hollow out where you lie.
Why Choose Essential?
This is a proper mattress, not a foam pad. Made to your exact size, it is built around one thick layer of firm foam that holds your back straight and keeps doing it year after year. We use one layer instead of stacking several, and that single choice is what pulls the cost down to the most affordable point in our whole range.
Light enough to manoeuvre into an alcove, a built-in frame or any tricky recess, it arrives in four depths — 12.5, 15, 20 and 25 cm — each with its own price. That per-unit value has long made it a go-to for upholsterers, guest houses and trade buyers ordering custom-size mattresses in quantity, and bulk pricing is on offer.
Ideal for:
- Anyone who wants firm support without paying more than they need to
- Sleepers who rest best on a harder, well-held surface
- Everyday beds, spare rooms, day beds and bunk rooms alike
- Upholsterers and trade buyers ordering in volume (bulk pricing available)
- Made-to-measure beds that call for an exact depth between 12.5 and 25 cm
Firmness & Depth Options
Firmness Levels
Firm support that suits most people, whichever way you sleep
The firmest surface we make, for anyone who wants maximum support
Available Depths
Slim profile at the friendliest price
The volume-buyer favourite
Well-rounded depth for everyday use
The deepest, with the most give in it
Carrying more weight? Drop us a line and we'll point you to the depth and firmness that will suit you best.
Care & Maintenance
Mattress
- Single-sided build — sleep on the marked face, no flipping needed
- Swap it head-to-foot now and then to spread the wear evenly
- Naturally hypoallergenic make-up that keeps dust mites at bay
Zip-Off Cover
- Machine wash at 30°C, gentle cycle
- Mild liquid detergent only; never bleach
- Leave to air dry, never tumble
- A cool iron if it needs one
- Freshen it every one to two months
Measuring Guide
We cut every core to the precise measurements you send us, and the cover then adds a little to the final made-up size.
Where a frame is set into a snug recess, or you want slack for tucking sheets under, it helps to trim your figures back a touch — though that is entirely your call.
Delivery
- Free delivery across mainland England, Scotland and Wales
- Vacuum-rolled into a 158 × 39 × 39 cm carton that's simple to carry
Ask us any time for the exact weight of your chosen mattress.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is it delivered rolled up?
- Yes — it's vacuum-rolled into a 158 × 39 × 39 cm box that's easy to move and store.
- How soon can I sleep on it?
- Give it roughly an hour, up to a few, to settle out to full size.
- What cover does the guarantee give?
- Every one is backed by a reassuring 2-year guarantee.
- Which depth do bulk buyers pick most?
- 15 cm tends to hit the sweet spot of comfort, price and margin for resellers.
Would you rather talk it through with someone? Ring 0121 663 6114 — Mon–Fri 10–5, Sat 10–2.
