Why our sleep experts loved it
Today we're taking a bite out of the Dreams Workshop Shaw Combination Mattress, a budget product that will better cater children's beds and spare rooms rather than something for adults in a dedicated capacity, although the memory foam layer does give a good degree of comfort for all ages. Interested in learning more? Let's dive in.
A First Impression That Lasts
From the moment I lay down on this mattress, I felt an immediate sense of comfort and a firmer degree of support. The firmness level was naturally tailoring back sleepers over side sleepers, offering a reassuring resistance that I found particularly beneficial for my back. It felt like the mattress was custom-tailored to my body's needs in the upper half with my shoulders, although it felt like there could have been more zonal support around the bottom, a feeling that lasted throughout the night.
The Support Layer
The Shaw Combination Mattress features 288 traditional springs that provide a firm and supportive base. This is particularly beneficial for those who prefer a mattress with a bit more resistance, especially in the lumbar region.
As someone who values spinal alignment and back support, I found the traditional springs to be incredibly effective. They offered a firm yet forgiving support system that seemed to understand the contours of my body. It felt like the mattress was acting as a supportive companion throughout the night, particularly for my back.
The Comfort Layer
The mattress incorporates a rich layer of memory foam that contours to your body, providing crucial pressure relief for your neck, shoulders, and spine. This layer adapts to your body's unique shape, offering a personalised comfort experience.
The memory foam layer felt like a cloud that was custom-shaped to my body. It offered a plush surface that was neither too soft nor too firm, striking a perfect balance. The foam seemed to hug my body, providing a sense of enveloping comfort that made me look forward to bedtime each night.
The Tension
The Shaw has a firm comfort grade, making it especially suitable for back and front sleepers, providing the necessary support for proper spinal alignment, which is crucial for a restful night's sleep.
In my opinion, the firm comfort grade just misses out on being in the "Goldilocks Zone" of not too hard and not too soft. It offers enough firmness to support my back, but does still manage to provide an amount of cushioning that my shoulders and hips appreciate. This balance of comfort and support made it feel like the mattress was designed with my specific sleep needs in mind.
The Good: A Back Sleeper's Budget Dream
As a back sleeper, I felt the mattress was reasonably supportive in all the right places. The traditional springs offered okay levels of lumbar support, while the memory foam layer added a plush, comfortable surface in okay-for-the-price depth of foam. I woke up feeling rejuvenated, without any back pain or discomfort which is quite high praise given the very low price point.
The Not-So-Good: Side Sleepers, Take Note
Switching to my side, I felt the mattress was a bit on the firmer side for my taste. While it didn't cause discomfort, it didn't offer the plush, enveloping feel that I usually prefer for my hips and shoulders.
Final Thoughts
The Dreams Workshop Shaw Combination Mattress is an excellent choice for those looking for a blend of comfort and support. Its firm comfort grade, combined with the traditional springs and memory foam layer, offers a sleep experience that is both luxurious and practical. This mattress seems to have found the sweet spot between firmness and comfort, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of sleepers.
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