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10/06/2008

So What Sorts Of Divans Are There?

There Are Four Main Types Of Divan:

  • Sprung-edge divans (the most luxurious) have a complete open coil or pocket spring unit mounted on a frame. They provide even support across the whole mattress and act like a giant shock absorber.
  • Solid or platform-top divans have a rigid, non-sprung top panel, often made from hardboard. These bases are generally firmer, as well as cheaper than sprung bases.
  • Firm-edge divans have a smaller number of larger, heavy-duty springs within a rigid, wooden-sided frame.
  • Flexible slatted divans use laminated soft woods mounted in a frame, creating a modest level of springiness.

The tension can be adjusted to suit your preference. Bedsteads, on the other hand, come in lots of different styles and materials, including those sleek, contemporary models we all love. Wooden - either rigid or flexible - slats are the most common support for the mattress. Others include flexible or rigid wire mesh. The space between slats on most cheaper, rigid bases is usually wider than on flexible slatted models, but it is worth checking the gap is no more than 9 to 10cm, as the wider the gaps, the greater the wear and tear on the mattress.

When faced with a choice, shopping for the best value, not the lowest price, makes sense. The better the bed's construction, the better the support, and the longer it will last. Consider, too, the bed's height. Contemporary styles tend to be lower, meaning less storage space below.

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  1. We have had the same issue - try looking on this site as they have lots of good info regarding this: www.ergoflex.co.uk Hope this helps!
    Posted by RufusB on 13/10/2009 15:24:23
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  2. Hi there, you're website is extremely helpful and well laid out. However I wonder if you might cover cleaning tips for ladies going through the menopause and subsequently discovering that their mattreses are beginning to have an odour because of the amount of hot sweats they are having in the nighttime. Could a de-humidifyer help for example?? Regards Sharon
    Posted by Sharon Cullen on 13/09/2008 10:57:37
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