FAQs

Why should I choose a Silentnight Geltex mattress?

If you twist and turn in bed at night, and all that twisting and turning keeps you awake, then this is the mattress range for you. Silentnight Geltex mattresses include a special Geltex^® comfort layer, a gel-infused layer that actively responds to your body as you move at night. It’s this layer that helps relieve minor aches and pains, plus it’s actually been proven to outperform other comfort filings for pressure relief.

And it’s all thanks to Silentnight’s active response technology that’s built into every Geltex layer. This technology also ensures that your body is supported in all the right places. The clever thing about it is that because the Geltex layer is designed to move when you do, your weight is evenly distributed across the mattress all night long and that helps relieve stress on pressure points while banishing niggling aches.

We think that you’ll also love the fact that the Geltex layer in every Silentnight Geltex mattress has a breathable structure which allows air to flow through. This means that Silentnight Geltex mattresses help keep you cool and comfortable at night.

What’s the right size mattress for me?

Geltex mattresses come in a wide range of sizes so there’s bound to be one that’s the right size for you (and your partner) and your bedroom. Bed and mattress size generally comes down to two factors – who’s sleeping in the bed and the size of the room where it’ll live. We recommend that you buy the biggest mattress or bed that your bedroom can accommodate, as the more room you have to stretch out in bed, the more comfortably you’ll sleep. After all, you seldom hear people complaining that their bed is too big.

But, of course, bed size is limited by bedroom size. However much you wish you could, you’re not going to be able to fit a super king bed complete with Geltex mattress in a small guest bedroom. (We’re happy to help you find the perfect guest bed if that’s what you need). If you do decide to size up and get a bigger bed that the one you’re sleeping on at the moment, be sure to measure your space carefully. Make sure you allow enough room to walk around your bed with ease, open wardrobe doors and pull out drawers.

What’s different about a Silentnight Geltex mattress?

It’s all about that intelligent Geltex layer. This comfort layer actively responds to body movement, allowing you to move freely at night. You’ll likely notice the difference when you wake up feeling well-rested and refreshed. And there’s another difference that we think is worth noting. You can actually expect to find that your Silentnight Geltex mattress is perfectly comfortable long after many other types of mattress have been replaced. That’s because Silentnight tests beyond the British standard and have proved that even after eight years of regular use your Geltex mattress will perform exactly the same as the day you brought it home.

What’s the best way to look after my new mattress?

When you’ve invested in a high-quality mattress like a Silentnight Geltex, be sure you get value for money by taking good care of it. Bed care and maintenance really does make a difference to mattress longevity and that’s why our experts have put together an in-depth bed and mattress care guide. This very thorough online guide is packed with information, tips and advice for taking care of your new bed and mattress from the moment you bring it home. There’s also advice on how to prevent damage to your mattress, clean upholstered bed frames and even prolong the life of your mattress, whether you’ve chosen a pocket spring, gel, hybrid or memory foam mattress.

In addition to reviewing the guide, we also always remind you to read the manufacturer's care instructions carefully and keep them in a safe place for future use. That way you’ll ensure that you’ll be doing everything you can to enjoy your new Silentnight Geltex mattress for years to come.

Now I’ve chosen a Silentnight Geltex mattress, what else does my bedroom need?

Your perfect mattress deserves a comfortable and stylish bedroom, and in fact a finely-tuned bedroom environment – relaxing colours, low-level lighting and free from electronic devices – is certainly key to good sleep. We also believe that the more stylish your bedroom, the more you’ll enjoy spending time luxuriating on your new Geltex mattress.

Choosing a new mattress is often a good time to upgrade other aspects of your bedroom, but it doesn't have to break the bank. Repainting your bedroom walls is a relatively inexpensive way of ringing in the changes, and you might want to consider repurposing furniture and fixtures from other rooms in your home to give your bedroom a whole new look without spending any extra money. Bedside table lamps, for example, don’t have to be traditionally bedroom-y. Task lighting from a home office looks great in a modern minimal space, or consider a pair of floor lamps that arch over each side of your bed.

If you are in the market for new bedroom furniture, you’ve most definitely come to the right place. Our oak bedroom furniture range is a great place to start shopping and there you’ll find everything from chests of drawers to wardrobes to dressing tables in every style and finish. Love iconic British furniture? Be sure to visit our Ercol furniture department. And if you want to give your bedroom a clean contemporary makeover, we think you’ll love our London Bedrooms collections. These extensive ranges have multiple sizes of storage pieces and wardrobes so there's something for every bedroom, big and small.

Whatever else you decide to bring home, be sure to choose a suitable bed base for your new Silentnight Geltex mattress. Many of our mattresses are available with a divan bed base as a complete Silentnight divan set, or opt for a statement upholstered bed frame with high headboard. Want to know more about creating the best possible environment for sleep? Take a look at our 24-hour sleep guide with helpful tips and advice curated by our sleep and wellness ambassador, Dr Ranj.