Essential Orthopaedic Caravan Mattress
Single Layer Construction
Lifestyle
Firm support at the lowest price we make. One thick layer of dense foam, cut to your exact bed — 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
- Four depths, 12.5–25 cm — the price follows the depth
- 4-year guarantee
- Hypoallergenic cover that unzips and goes in the machine
- A single thick layer of firm foam — no thin pads glued together
- You'll never have to turn it
Single Layer Construction
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Hypoallergenic zip-off cover
The cover unzips and goes straight in the machine, so you can freshen it up at the end of a trip or before the family come to stay. It breathes well and resists dust mites.
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A single thick layer of firm foam
Using one thick layer instead of several is how we keep the price down — 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. Underneath you is one thick layer of firm foam that holds your back straight and doesn't sag where you lie. We use a single layer rather than several, and that is the whole reason it costs what it does. The foam is the same grade we use further up the range.
It's cut to the exact size of your bed, so there are no gaps down the side and no wrestling it into place. There are four depths, from 12.5 cm up to 25 cm, and the price follows the depth.
If the mattress that came with the caravan has gone soft in the middle, this is the straightforward way to put that right without spending more than you need to.
Ideal for:
- Anyone who wants firm support without paying more than they need to
- Anyone who sleeps better on a firm bed
- Caravans in regular use, including long stays
- Beds that need a particular depth between 12.5 cm and 25 cm
Firmness & Depth Options
Firmness Levels
Firm support that suits most people, whichever way you sleep
The firmest we make, if you like a really solid bed under you
Available Depths
The slimmest, and the lowest price
The depth most people choose
A good all-round depth
The deepest, with the most give in it
Not sure which depth and firmness to go for? Ring us and we'll talk it through.
Care & Maintenance
Mattress
- You'll never have to turn it — the sleeping side is marked
- The foam resists dust mites
Zip-Off Cover
- Machine wash at 30°C on a gentle cycle
- Mild liquid detergent — no bleach
- Air dry only
- Iron on low if you need to
- Wash it every month or two
Measuring Guide
We cut the foam to the exact dimensions you provide; the mattress cover then adds a centimetre or two to the finished size.
If your bed sits in a tight recess, or you'd like room for tucking in bedding, we recommend reducing your measurements though this remains a personal preference.
If you're not sure, ring us before you order and we'll talk you through the measurements.
Delivery
- Free delivery to most addresses in England, Scotland, and Wales
- Rolled and vacuum-packed in a 158 × 39 × 39 cm box, so it comes through the door in one piece
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does it come rolled and boxed?
- Yes — vacuum-packed in a 158 × 39 × 39 cm box, so it's manageable getting it to the van.
- How long does it take to expand?
- About an hour, though give it a few hours before you sleep on it.
- Will I have to turn it?
- No. It's made to be slept on one side only, and that side is marked. And because it's cut to the shape of your bed, it isn't meant to be turned round either — it only fits one way.
- What guarantee is included?
- Four years.
- Which depth do most people choose?
- 15 cm. It's the balance most people settle on — comfortable for a long stay, without paying for depth you won't feel.
Would you rather talk it through with someone? Ring 0121 663 6114 — Mon–Fri 10–5, Sat 10–2.