Why our sleep experts loved it
In my head, I was hoping for a bed that was a properly plush, special-occasion type of mattress - the kind that feels like it might be at a boutique hotel. In lots of ways, the Staples & Co Artisan Pure Decadence is that. It is tall at 31cm, it has a very plush pillowtop, and the overall finish is the kind of thing you notice the moment you make the bed. It is also, bluntly, on the expensive side, and while the quality is excellent, I do think some of the pricing has been propped up by slightly clever marketing around spring counts.
The blurb says "5000 dual layer pocket spring" support system, but the full story of those springs is that you are actually getting 1000 full height pocket springs and 4000 mini (micro) springs. Micro springs definitely do something, they add a more responsive surface feel and a more intricate, contouring kind of feel to the top layer, but they are not full height springs and they are not the same thing as having 5000 full height springs pushing through the entire depth of the mattress. If you are paying premium money, that matters.
But then I stopped fretting over the numbers and tried to actually rest on it, and I started to like it a lot. I found it comfortable in that cushioned, gently buoyant way you get from a good pillowtop, with a reassuringly solid, supportive base underneath. If you like the idea of a luxury feel, natural fibre comfort, and a big, grown-up mattress presence, it is aiming right at you.
Price guide: this is mid-£1,000s and up depending on size and offers, so it's clearly premium.
Introduction The Pure Decadence is a "treat yourself" style mattress. It's made in the UK, it has a bundle of natural and organic fibres (including GOTS-approved fibres) and it comes with a free 10-year guarantee. On paper, it is a box-ticking exercise in premium mattress features, right down to the reinforced edges and the "rotate-only" design for easy care.
Overall, I got the impression that it was a genuinely good quality mattress with a lush top layer and a very polished finish, but that some of the pricing was for the story as much as the substance. If you are a shopper who needs to see their money going into big, obvious and measurable components, you might end up raising an eyebrow at the spring breakdown.
Construction & Materials This is a hybrid-style build that uses a lot of pocket springs and natural fibres rather than the thick slabs of foam you see in a lot of hybrids. It's described as a 5000 dual layer pocket spring support system, that is a mix of 4000 mini springs and 1000 full height pocket springs. In practical terms, the micro springs are closer to the comfort layers so they give that more responsive, finely detailed contouring feel, while the taller springs do the heavier work of overall support.
Above that is a very deep, tufted pillowtop. The tufting is important because it helps hold those comfort fibres in place and stop the top feeling too loose or lumpy after a while. The comfort mix includes Tencel fibres, cotton, flax, and a bundle of wools including Wools of New Zealand wool, UK alpaca wool, and a special "All Seasons" wool layer that is meant to help with temperature regulation all year long.
The whole thing is wrapped in an ultra-plush Belgian damask cover, and M-Pure is listed as the 100% natural, chemical-free fire retardancy protection. It is a no-turn mattress so you are not flipping it, you are just rotating it regularly to even out wear.
Firmness & Feel You have a choice between Medium and Firm and that does matter here, because the pillowtop gives the surface a noticeably cushy, cushioned welcome either way. Overall, the feel is not the slow-melting, memory foam type of softness. It's more buoyant and springy, where you sink in a touch at the shoulders and hips, but you can feel the mattress pushing back in a supportive way as well.
What stood out most for me was the surface "detail". That is the micro springs at work. They add a kind of finely-grained responsiveness that makes the top feel springy rather than flat. The upside is that it can feel very luxurious, very adaptive. The downside (if you are the sceptical type), is that you might feel like you are paying for a feature that is being sold as much bigger than it is.
Because the mattress is 31cm deep and very substantial, it also has a kind of heft to the feel. It is not at all flimsy or overly soft at the edges, and it does feel like a proper, grown-up, premium mattress the moment you lie down.
Performance & Support Support is where I think the Pure Decadence really earns a lot of its asking price. The full height pocket springs underneath the pillowtop, and the layered spring structure creates a stable, supportive base that keeps the hips and lower back well supported. Even with the pillowtop cushioning, I never felt like my spine was sagging or being pulled out of alignment.
The side sleeping performance is helped by the pillowtop cushion, which softens the shoulder pressure point, but the spring system underneath stops you dipping in too far. For back sleeping, you get a good mix of comfort and lift. Front sleepers will probably want the Firmer version to avoid the "hammock" effect that can happen with a deep comfort layer on top.
Motion isolation is very good for a spring-based mattress. Pocket springs naturally move more independently than open coils, and while you will still notice a bit more movement compared to an all-foam mattress, it is controlled and I had no problem sleeping through a partner turning over.
The edge support is a real positive. The mattress uses a "Comfort Edge Pro" reinforced edge system and what that means in practical terms is less roll-off and more usable sleep surface all the way to the sides. If you like to sit on the edge to put socks on, or you sleep near the side, that reinforcement is genuinely helpful.
Temperature Regulation This is clearly a mattress built with breathability in mind. Natural fibres like cotton, flax and wool are all sensible choices for moisture management, and the Tencel should help wick moisture and keep the surface feeling fresher as well. The spring layers also create some space for air to move through the mattress, which is a big advantage over denser foam builds.
In reality, it slept a comfortably temperate for me. It has that slightly cosy, insulated feel that you often get from a wool-rich comfort layer, but it never tipped over into too hot. If you are a very hot sleeper, you will still want to use breathable bedding, but it does make sensible material choices if you are looking for a premium mattress that is aimed at year-round comfort.
Practical Features Rotate-only care: This is a no-turn mattress, and I am always a fan of that at this weight and depth. A 31cm mattress is not something you want to be flipping regularly. Rotating it is still a two-person job for most of us, but it is far more manageable than a full flip.
Deep fit bedding: At 31cm, you do need to check your fitted sheets, as standard depth sheets can struggle with very tall pillowtops. If you already have deep fitted sheets, you will be fine, but it is something to bear in mind if your linen tends to the more tailored end of the scale.
Guarantees and trials: You get a free 10-year guarantee and Bensons also offers a comfort guarantee window (with conditions, including using a mattress protector, and charges applying if you swap). For a premium purchase, that kind of safety net matters.
Build credentials: It is made in the UK and the listing makes a point of listing the factory accreditation via the Furniture Makers Manufacturing Guild Mark and the British Kitemark. Whether those badges do or don't influence your buying decision, the mattress itself does feel carefully finished and properly built.
Who It Suits Luxury comfort lovers: If you want a plush, indulgent pillowtop feel with a solid supportive backbone, this does that very well.
Side and back sleepers: The cushioned top helps with pressure relief and the pocket spring system underneath keeps the body well supported.
People who want breathable, natural comfort: The fibre blend leans towards wool, cotton, flax and Tencel rather than heavy foams, which should suit anyone looking for a fresher sleep environment.
Couples who want a stable, premium feel: Motion transfer is controlled and the reinforced edge support makes the sleep surface feel more generous.
Who It Doesn’t Suit Value-first shoppers: Even if you love the feel, this is a big spend, and the spring count story may feel a bit too "marketing" for the money.
Anyone wanting a true 5000 full height spring feel: If your priority is maximum deep, full-depth spring support, you may prefer a mattress where the headline spring count is mainly full height.
People who want a softer option: Medium and Firm are the only comfort options, and there is no obvious "Soft" option for lighter sleepers who like a more sink-in surface.
Final Verdict The Staples & Co Artisan Pure Decadence is an undeniably premium mattress in look, feel and finish. The pillowtop is properly indulgent, the support is strong and the materials and focus on breathability make it feel like a considered, luxury product rather than a gimmicky hybrid.
My main frustration was the way the 5000 spring story was sold. Yes, the micro springs count, and yes, they do add to the comfort feel, but only 1000 are full height springs. When the price is as high as this, I want that spring breakdown to feel like a bonus, not the core of the value argument. If you can get past that, and you are buying for the overall sleep experience rather than the headline numbers, it is a mattress that really does feel special to sleep on, and the 10-year guarantee does add some welcome reassurance.
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