Home

   Log in or Register



Insurance Quotes
forums Campsite Search Comp Directory tips virtual brochure Profile
Tent and Awning Reviews Competitions Caravans and Motorhomes For Sale Shopping Diary Advent Calendar

Advertisement

Message Forums

Welcome Guest Register Login Search The Forum Posts Since Last Visit
 Reception - All Forums
  Camping and Caravanning Equipment
Share   Post on X / Twitter  Share on Facebook  Email  Printer Friendly Version Print
Subject Topic: 5 inch medium firm mattress issues Post Reply Post New Topic
via mobile 31/8/2024 at 10:55pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View Nannalynda's Profile View Profile   Reply to Nannalynda Reply   Quote Nannalynda Quote  
Joined: 06/7/2017

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   22

Site Reviews Total: 4
Site Reviews 2024: 3  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 1  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 6
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 2
Site Nights 2018: 0

Hi, I have a camper van with 5inch med firm custom made seats that make our small double bed. Frame is slats. While the idea is good I find the mattress too firm and at 67, my hips don't like the firmness. So, for practical (storage) issues, is a mattress topper or a thinnish double SIM on top of the mattress or under, the better option?
Any ideas please?
Thanks


01/9/2024 at 9:19am
 Location: Manchester
 Outfit: Pennine Countryman
View alisonme's Profile View Profile   Reply to alisonme Reply   Quote alisonme Quote  
Joined: 26/4/2006

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   1617

Site Reviews Total: 5
Site Reviews 2024: 1  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 2
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0

I don't have an answer I'm afraid, I'm just interested in the same thing!

I know the mattress in our new folding camper will be too firm for my dodgy hip. I've bought a soft topper (Silentnight), not foam but more like a thick duvet to try, but then I thought maybe a SIM? I sleep well on a camp bed SIM combo, so it might work better. I had a quick look at doubles, but found they are all too wide, it would have to be two singles, and even then the thickest ones seem to be wider. So although the SIM sounds like a great idea, I might have to stick with a topper just to get the size.

Our maiden voyage is in a couple of weeks, I'll report back on the topper!

-------------
All the best,
Alison


via mobile 01/9/2024 at 3:37pm
 Location: Yorkshire
 Outfit: None Entered
View lidds0's Profile View Profile   Reply to lidds0 Reply   Quote lidds0 Quote  
Joined: 24/8/2009

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   4494

Site Reviews Total: 57
Site Reviews 2024: 7  
Site Reviews 2023: 10 
Site Reviews 2022: 1  
Site Reviews 2021: 4  
Site Reviews 2020: 1  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 8  
Site Nights 2024: 37
Site Nights 2023: 48
Site Nights 2022: 20
Site Nights 2021: 9
Site Nights 2020: 2
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 8

Try 2 single Duvalay Compact mattress toppers. They make a huge difference and can be rolled up and stowed away(carry bags not included but available as optional extras) when not required. Just 2.5cm thick, available in 58cm, 66cm, 77cm or 122 cm wide.

Looky


via mobile 01/9/2024 at 5:11pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View Nannalynda's Profile View Profile   Reply to Nannalynda Reply   Quote Nannalynda Quote  
Joined: 06/7/2017

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   22

Site Reviews Total: 4
Site Reviews 2024: 3  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 1  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 6
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 2
Site Nights 2018: 0

Have heard of those duralay toppers!
I'm probably having a night out at end of the week so will get husband to dig the SIM out so I can trial one! Good luck with your adventures!



In order to post a reply you will need to register, or if already registered please log in here

Prev       Next
Quick Links - All Forums - Camping and Caravanning Equipment - Top of Page

Printer Friendly Version Printable version      Share   Post on X / Twitter  Share on Facebook  Email


Latest News, Discounts and Competitions  see all...














3369 Visitors online !

Free UKCampsite.co.uk Window Sticker  -  Recommend to Friend  -  Add a Missing Campsite

[Message Forums]  [Caravan Sites & Camping]  [Company Listings]  [Features / Advice]  [Virtual Brochure]  [Shop!]
[Reception]  [Competitions]  [Caravans & Motorhomes For Sale]  [Event Diary]  [Contact Us]  [Tent Reviews



Please note we are not responsible for the content of external sites & any reviews represent the author's personal view only. Please report any error here. You may view our privacy and cookie policy and terms and conditions here. All copyrights & other intellectual property rights in the design and content of this web site are reserved to the UKCampsite.co.uk © 1999 - 2024


Advertisement


Advertisement


UKCampsite.co.uk
2024 Advent Calendar


Advent Calendar

24 Daily Prizes PLUS a Christmas Day Star Prize worth £999

Request a Reminder