Mattresses

A good night's sleep is crucial for well-being, and the foundation for this often rests on the choice of the right mattress. At Nordiska Galleriet, we offer a carefully selected range of mattresses and top mattresses that are designed to optimise your sleep. Our selection is curated with a focus on quality, comfort, and ergonomics, from manufacturers who are recognised for their craftsmanship and innovation. We strive to present products that not only meet current needs but also carry a solid knowledge of the importance of sleep and the evolution of the mattress.

The Mattress's Role for a Good Night's Sleep and its Historical Development

The mattress is more than just a lying surface; it is an investment in your health. It should provide optimal support to the body's contours, relieve pressure points, and contribute to even temperature regulation throughout the night. These factors are central to waking up rested and without discomfort. To find the right mattress, it is important to understand how it interacts with the body. It should help maintain the natural alignment of the spine, whether you sleep on your back, side, or stomach. Although firmness preferences vary, adequate support is always a priority. The history of the mattress extends thousands of years back in time, long before we had access to the different types of mattresses available today.

The first forms of mattresses consisted of simple layers of leaves, grass, and animal hides placed directly on the ground to create a softer and warmer resting place. As early as about 77,000 years ago, people in South Africa used mattresses made of plant material, which were covered with insect-repelling plants. Over time, these rudimentary beds evolved. In ancient Egypt, fabric bags filled with straw or wool were used, and in the Roman Empire, more luxurious variants filled with feathers or reeds could be found. These early mattresses had a simpler construction but aimed at the same fundamental need: to create a more comfortable and protected place to sleep.

During the Middle Ages and up to the Renaissance, mattresses became more sophisticated, often sewn from coarse fabric and filled with straw or down. It was also during this time that people began to lift the bed from the floor to protect against cold and vermin. However, the development of the spring mattress in the 19th century marked a revolution in sleep technology. This innovation introduced an internal spring system that provided a completely new level of support and cushioning, which dramatically improved comfort and contributed to better sleep. This basic technology has since been refined and adapted to include a variety of different types of mattresses that we see today. From the first simple sleeping mats, the mattress has undergone extensive development, with each step leading to more advanced solutions to create the best possible sleep environment.

Our Selection of Different Types of Mattresses and Modern Technology

We offer several different types of mattresses to meet various needs. From the traditional spring mattress to modern foam mattresses, every mattress in our assortment is selected for its ability to deliver exceptional comfort. Today's technological advances have made it possible to create mattresses with specific properties, addressing a wide range of individual requirements and preferences. There are many factors that apply when choosing a mattress, and we help you find the right one.

is synonymous with handcrafted products of natural materials and an almost 170-year tradition of bed-making. The brand's top mattresses, such as the BJX Luxury Top Mattress, consist of a carefully balanced blend of cotton, wool, and high-quality horsehair. These materials contribute to excellent breathability and a conforming feel, resulting in undisturbed sleep. Hästens uses a layer-on-layer principle that optimises air circulation and moisture transport, keeping you cool in summer and warm in winter. This technique is a direct legacy from generations of craftsmen who understood the importance of the unique properties of natural fibres. The brand's commitment to quality means that every mattress is a long-term investment.

From Dux you will find mattresses with advanced spring systems, based on the patented Dux Pascal cassette that has been developed over decades. This innovation utilises hundreds of interconnected spirals that dynamically adapt to the body's movements and weight, providing exceptional support. Dux's focus on ergonomics means that their products help to improve blood circulation and relieve pressure on the spine. Their products are a result of both scientific research and traditional furniture craftsmanship, where they strive to create a bed that not only provides comfort but also contributes to the body's recovery.

Carpe Diem Beds combine Scandinavian design with innovative comfort zones. Their mattresses offer pressure relief that creates a feeling of weightlessness, helping the body to relax completely. Their unique patent-pending Contour Pocket System is based on springs that are specifically adapted to follow the body's contours and provide support where it is needed most. This system is designed to provide a balanced and soft surface while ensuring correct ergonomic support. This way of thinking about comfort is also a result of analysing how the body reacts during sleep.

Mille Notti presents, among others, the popular Featherbed Top Mattress, filled with goose feather and goose down. This is an excellent layer to add an extra soft and cosy feel to the bed. It can be used as a complement to your existing top mattress or directly on the divan base. This type of top mattress offers a traditional, enveloping comfort that has been appreciated for generations, where the properties of natural materials contribute to natural temperature regulation.

Choosing the Right Mattress and Top Mattress for Your Needs

Choosing the right mattress is about understanding your personal needs. If you sleep softer and want an enveloping feeling, a foam mattress with adaptability can be a good choice. Models with foam such as viscoelastic or memory foam, developed from NASA technology in the 1960s, conform to the body's heat and weight, providing unique pressure relief. This foam helps to distribute body weight evenly and minimise motion transfer, which is perfect if you share the bed with someone.

If you want a firmer mattress with more support, a spring mattress may be the best fit. Modern spring mattresses often use pocket springs, where each coil spring is individually encapsulated. This way of constructing the mattress helps to provide zone-divided support and prevents a movement on one side of the bed from affecting the other. There are also hybrid systems that combine foam and springs to create the best of both worlds: the pressure-relieving comfort of foam and the responsive support of springs.

Many of our mattresses offer several different firmness levels, such as medium firm, so you can choose the one that is perfect for you. It is important to choose the size that suits both your bed frame and your space, as well as your personal preferences. Certain mattresses come in different sizes to meet specific wishes.

The top mattress is the outermost layer that refines comfort and protects the main mattress. A top mattress can make a big difference to sleep and extend the lifespan of your main mattress. We offer top mattresses in various materials, such as natural latex for resilience and ventilation, or down and feather for a softer feel. Natural latex, extracted from the sap of the rubber tree, is known for its elasticity, durability, and natural anti-allergic properties. It provides responsive support that returns to its original shape quickly, which is good for those who move a lot during sleep. Complementing with a mattress protector is also a good way to maintain the quality of your mattress over time. A mattress protector not only protects against dirt and moisture but also helps to maintain a hygienic sleeping environment, which is fundamental for a good night's sleep.