Introduction: Silentnight Eco Comfort Airmesh 2000 Pillow Top Mattress
Meet Silentnight's addition: the Eco Comfort Airmesh 2000 Pillow Top Mattress. For those who prioritise unwinding into a snooze backed by decades of dedication to ensuring perfect slumber, Silentnight's offering sparks interest. Over 80 years in the business culminate in this luxurious product, the perfect blend of scientifically-proven technology and sumptuous materials.
How we assessed it
The core is 2000 Mirapocket pocket springs, zoned and rated firm, and a unit like that should keep your hips level rather than letting them drop. The pillow top and recycled Eco Comfort fibre sit above the springs, so I'd expect a firm bed with a little cushioning at the surface and no deep sink. One owner, at over 18 stone, backs that up: they returned another mattress after their lower half sank into it and found this one gives "more support than the mattresses that come vacuum packed". Lighter side sleepers should read that as a warning.
Design and Features
The Silentnight Eco Comfort Airmesh 2000 bowls you over with its unique amalgamation of features. Immediate attention is drawn to its Mirapocket springs, a result of Silentnight's ingenious design philosophy. These pocket springs are tailored to mould to your individual shape and offer enriched spinal alignment, posture, and pressure relief.
Another star player is the Airmesh technology. Likened to a 3D honeycomb, it is the epitome of breathable mattress designs. The use of movement to enhance the circulation of air assures a fresh sleeping environment. It effectively dissipates moisture and heat, keeping your sleep at an optimal, undisturbed temperature.
Probably one of the highpoints is the additional layer of pillowtop, improving the luxury feel of your sleep. The mattress also equips itself with an eco-friendly fibre, made of recycled materials, a nod to Silentnight's commitment to sustainability. Also, beneficial for sensitive individuals it is hypoallergenic, a brilliant feature to assuage any allergy-related concerns.
With a name invoking the image of a freshly made bed, the microquilted surface couldn't be more apt. Comfort is the queen in this regard, with the fabric stitched into the inside filling providing that plush quilted feel. A convenient luxury are the turning handles, stitched into the mattress border for easy manoeuvrability. Also, with this single-sided mattress, maintenance is simplistic; a mere rotation every few months will suffice.
Comfort Level
In terms of comfort, the Silentnight mattress lends itself towards a firmer, more supportive experience. It's designed with back sleepers and those in need of orthopaedic features in mind. We must note that the firmness level may not be acutely suited to side sleepers, or those inclined towards a softer mattress.
While the pillow top adds a layer of luxury, that initial softness will fade with use. It's single-sided, so you can't flip it to even out the wear, and to my mind that soft top layer is the part of this mattress most likely to age first.
Suitability
The Silentnight Eco Comfort Airmesh 2000 Pillow Top Mattress appears ideal for back sleepers and those drawn towards a firmer mattress.
Consider the 31.5cm mattress depth, which is greater than average. While it promises a luxurious feel, it may pose compatibility issues with standard bedding or specific bed frames. Hence, before purchase, ensure your other bed furnishings harmonise with the dimensions of the mattress.
Customer Thoughts
Owners describe a firm, supportive mattress. One, who sleeps on their back and front, wrote "Immediately it was supportive" and liked the "cushion like pillow effect" on top. Another had their best night's sleep in a long time on "a superbly firm surface". It isn't for everyone, and one owner's whole review reads "This mattress is too firm for us."
The depth comes up more than once: "It’s deeper so you need 40cm fitted sheets", one owner warns. Owners also note the bed sits higher as a result. One review calls it well made and "consequently it's very heavy".
Personal Thoughts and The Verdict
The Silentnight Eco Comfort Airmesh 2000 Pillow Top Mattress is a promising product. Armed with science-backed design and conscious material selection, it presents a comfortable, sustainable, and health-friendly option. However, the potential downfall of the pillowtop compressing over time, the shorter 5-year warranty, and the unsuitability for softer inclinations can't be overlooked. Ultimately, for those after a solid, back-friendly mattress with a unique offering of features, this Silentnight creation is an option worth considering.
