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A Review of Mattress Types
Mattresses come in a bewildering array of materials, sizes, thicknesses, and combinations thereof. But there are a few basic categories – foam, latex, spring for the mattresses, and box spring or slatted bed bases for the foundations. Then there’s mattress toppers or pillowtops! Review the types of mattresses below:
Foam Mattresses
Designed to contour to your body, foam mattress contain high resilient and/or memory foam which contours to your body and resumes its shape. Foam support your body no matter the position and absorbs movements so that you don’t feel your sleep partner’s movements. With natural materials like wool and silk covering mattresses, temperatures are kept even and moisture is wicked away from your body. Removable, washable covers make cleaning a snap.
All IKEA Foam mattresses start with the letter F: FIDJETUN, FINNVIK, FJORDGARD, FLOKENES, FLORVÅG, FONNES, FOSSING, and FÅVANG – all part of the SULTAN family which bear the 25 year limited warranty. FORSEN, FAGERAS, FORSBACKA, FOLLEBU, and FANGEBO have been discontinued.
Latex Mattresses
Designed for precise support, latex mattresses yield to pressure points such as elbows, shoulders and hips – similar to foam, but lighter and springier. The mattress cushions movements, allowing for full relaxation and undisturbed sleep. Naturally porous, latex circulates air and wicks moisture away from your body. The most flexible of all the mattresses, these go well with adjustable slatted bed bases.
All IKEA latex mattresses start with the letter E: ELSFJORD, ENGENES, ERFJORD and as part of the SULTAN family, they carry the 25 year limited warranty. EVJE and ENEBAAK have been discontinued.
Spring Mattresses
Spring mattresses are designed to evenly distribute weight and eliminate pressure on any particular part of your body. Air circulation is good in spring mattresses, keeping you cool and dry during the night. Choose top layers of foam, latex or natural materials to customize your sleep.
All IKEA Spring mattresses which start with the letter H: HAGAVIK, HAMNVIK, HARESTUA, HEIDAL, HERAND, HJARTDAL, HJELMÅS and HUGLO are covered by the 25 year warranty. JAREN and JAVNAKER are not. HASSELBACK has been discontinued as has HOGBO, HEDFORS, and HEBERG. ALBY, ALEKULL, and ARNO have been discontinued.
Review of Foundation Types
Boxspring Foundations
In the United States at least, the boxspring is the traditional type of foundation for a mattress. It lifts the mattress up higher and provides support through the use of a sturdy wood frame, with springs in the middle. IKEA boxsprings carry the 25 year limited warranty, except for the JÄRLEBO which has no warranty.
Check out the OXEL line for Box Spring Covers: OXEL Box Spring Covers
Slatted Bed Bases
In Europe, the slatted bed base is a common type of support for a mattress. It’s low-profile, and lends itself to adjustable applications. Keep in mind that wide bed slats require a mid-beam to make them structurally sound. Except for SULTAN LADE, all IKEA slatted bed bases carry the 25 year warranty, however those with motors for adjustable bases – the motors are covered by a five year warranty.
Review of Mattress Topper Types
Foam or Latex Mattress Topper: Foam and latex mattress toppers simulate the existence of an actual foam, memory foam or latex mattress. Ranging from 1 5/8″ thick to 2 1/2″ thick, foam and latex toppers provide cushiony support for a fraction of the price of a full mattress. Memory Foam Toppers: SULTAN TAFJORD. Foam Toppers: SULTAN TJOME, SULTAN TARSTA. Latex Toppers: SULTAN TVEIT, SULTAN TOLG.
Natural Material Mattress Topper: These mattress toppers or mattress pads provide an extra measure of softness and even protection for the mattress below. SULTAN TRANDAL
None of the IKEA mattress toppers are covered by warranty. TIMAN, TALLIDEN and TORSMO have been discontinued.
IKEA Bed Information
IKEA Bed, Mattress, Bedframe, Boxspring, Slatted Bed Base, Mattress Topper and Crib and Cot Mattress information is located here: IKEA Mattress and Bed Information: IKEA Mattresses
IKEA Mattress Quality
IKEA mattresses are tested like many of IKEA’s products for durability. On most of IKEA’s mattresses, there is a 25 Year Limited Warranty.
- Body Testing: IKEA tests the main body of the mattress to simulate various sleeping positions by moving a weight up and down the bed and in different positions 10,000 times.
- Edge Testing: IKEA tests the edges of the bed to simulate sitting on the edge of the bed when getting in or out, or when dressing. A 220 pound weight is raised and lowered onto the edge of the bed 20,000 times.
IKEA Mattress Reviews
SULTAN HEIDAL: “This is a firm mattress, but I have found it v comfortable. Transports heat and moisture v effectively.”
SULTAN HJELMÅS: quiltmaster: “Excellent quality. Flippable. Hard to find similar warranty for anywhere near the price elsewhere.”
SULTAN ALSARP: Tigratrus: “Love it. Excellent use of space in an unexpected location.”
SULTAN ERFJORD: “Conforms nicely to body. More conforming and softer than the Evje.”
SULTAN EVJE. yage: So far it’s been very comfortable and we’ve been using it with the Lade slatted bed base
IKEA’s Mattress Warranty
IKEA offers a Twenty Five Year Limited Warranty on most mattresses. The SULTAN LADE’s electric motor has a Five Year Limited Warranty. Warranties do not apply to SULTAN Mattress Pads or Slatted Bed Bases or Children’s Mattresses.
The mattress warranty covers the SULTAN mattresses and bed bases against defects in material and workmanship as follows:
- Wooden frame and springs in the wooden base spring mattresses
- Springs in reversible spring mattresses
- Foam core in foam mattresses
- Latex core in latex mattresses
- Wooden frame and slats in slatted bed bases except for SULTAN LADE. The electric motor in the electrically operated beds carry a 5 year warranty.
Love It or Exchange It
IKEA offers additional surety that you’ll be happy with your mattress – you can exchange a mattress once in ninety days if you’re not satisfied with your purchase. The Love It or Exchange It policy is as follows:
Return your mattress with your receipt to the store and select your new mattress. We are unable to exchange your mattress if your merchandise is found to be dirty, stained, damaged or abused.
You’ll also have to provide a Photo I.D. as a condition of the exchange.
IKEA Mattress Removal Offer
From January 11th through March 7th, 2010 when you purchase a new mattress and pay for delivery, IKEA will remove your old mattress for free!
Tags: IKEA Bed Bases, IKEA Bedrooms, IKEA beds, IKEA Mattresses, SULTAN
Oh, a good information I have read. I like mattress. I will buy some for my house.
IKEA is a terrible mattress store. Most of their mattresses are just junky, as they are purchased and created in places like India and China. If you want a chinese or indian mattress “desinged” by Ikea, by all means, purchase it. they have a draconian return policy — they will not accept back opened mattresses! I got stuck with a $200 foam pad mattress after it did not fit my bed frame (which I bought from ikea itself)! They have this lame-brained love-it-or-exchange it plan, which, if you read the fine print, is only one exchange within 90 days. That’s not love it or exchange it! That’s take a chance or we’ll give you one more spin! A real return policy would include the possibility of refunding the mattress. They have no such policy. Believe me, if you buy a mattress there, you better get ready to be stuck with it. They just have cheap, padding-stuffed crap. Avoid them for anything you can’t return, including their furniture, since it won’t be accepted back once you assemble it.
Alex K says he was dumb enough to buy a mattress pad that was the wrong size for his bed frame, and then completely craps on Ikea because he is too stupid to use a tape measure..
and he is prejudiced as well, as if am Indian or Chinese person could not manufacture to Ikea’s specifications..ok one exchange in 90 days.. how many times are you going to exchange your mattress Alex??
I have been sleeping on Ikeas mattresses for over 30 years, great value, great products,
great warranties, i dunno, what more do you need.
just take your time, and find the right mattress for your needs, you can always exchange it!
It’s funny that your comment came uo today Russ R because I just bought the favang mattress today along with an Ikea Tromso loft bed.
The specifications for the mattress I bought is 74 1/2″. The frame has a stated length of 74 1/2″.
First off Russ, I would like to know how you use a tape measure to measure the length of a rolled up foam mattress before you buy it unless of course you wanted me to measure out the mattress at the ikea bin. I had no clue that the mattress I bought would be two inches too short. I measured it with a tape measure unrolled because I am not as talented as Russ.
If I was as talented as Russ, I would not have to drive 100 km back to my nearest ikea store to get an exchange for a too short mattress. I would rather have a refund for both the frame and mattress that has not been used and does not meet specifications that Chinese and/or Indian workers should be able to follow (btw, I am a Chinese guy whose parents were born in Calcutta) but I don’t think Russ’ boss will authorize it. I am truly regretting my wife’s insistence on going to ikea today.
Russ I suggest you take your tape measure and stick it up your Ikea manager’s butt to measure how far up your brown nose has gone because it truly sounds like you are a regular ikea employee of the month.