Vågstranda Mattress Review
The Vågstranda Mattress is an unremarkable, innerspring mattress that comes in a firm or extra firm feel.
Purchase and delivery
The Vågstranda Mattress can be purchased through the IKEA website or at any of their 12 stores Australia-wide. Delivery costs will depend on your location, but a typical delivery cost to a metropolitan area is $49.
This mattress has a fairly dull appearance with a white and grey colour theme. It sits 20cm high which is lower than many other innerspring mattresses.
Comfort and support
The Vågstranda Mattress uses an outer cover made of 100% polyester that also includes underside ticking (non-woven polypropylene).
Additional comfort materials include a layer of 100% polyester filling, and a layer of polyurethane foam (25 kg/cubic metre).
The firm option has a hard, firm feel and would likely suit many back sleepers. Understandably though, its suitability will vary between individuals and it may also suit side sleepers and stomach sleepers.
Our expert reviewers all agreed that the firm version has a firm feel. By majority vote, we settled on a 8 / 10 on the firmness scale (with 10 being the firmest).
Firm option
Please note that our firmness ratings are just a guide and they do not necessarily relate to comfort. Furthermore, our firmness ratings are assigned based on Bedbuyer’s testing process and these may differ from firmness ratings given by individual companies.
As you would expect, the extra firm option is slightly firmer and harder. It has a questionable level of comfort that would again, be suited for back sleepers.
Our expert reviewers all agreed that the extra firm version has a firm feel. By majority vote, we settled on a 8.5 / 10 on the firmness scale (with 10 being the firmest).
Extra firm option
The Vågstranda Mattress uses a dual layered, steel pocket spring system. Although there are 7 ‘comfort zones’ in this spring system, these zones are difficult to detect and the support structure feels fairly basic.
Nevertheless, it should provide adequate back support for most people.
The Vågstranda Mattress responds well to normal sleep movements and we rated its level of responsiveness in the ‘optimal’ zone. In basic terms, this means that changing sleep positions (and intimate activities) shouldn’t be any trouble.
Please note that our responsiveness scales are just a guide and preferred responsiveness levels will vary between individuals. It’s worth noting also that innerspring mattresses are generally more responsive than foam mattresses.
The finer details
The overall build quality of this mattress is average at best. The mattress construction and materials are basic and the foam components feel unsophisticated.
The overall build quality of this mattress is average at best.
Edge support is reasonable, so most users should be able to use the entire mattress surface without fear of falling off the edge.
Partner disturbance is noticeable, but not excessive. As always though, motion transfer will vary depending on the mattress size and the size of the occupants of the bed.
It’s also worth noting that this mattress has side handles to make it easier to carry and transport.
What bed base should I use?
As with most mattresses, we recommend the Vågstranda Mattress to be used on a bed base with flat panel slats such as the Koala Paddington Bed Base.
A bed base with solid slats (with slats no longer than 8 cm apart) such as the Chiropedic Bed Base, would also be very suitable.
We would advise against using a bed base with flexible (posture) slats as this type of base may not provide adequate support. Ultimately, the use of an unsupportive mattress foundation may void the mattress warranty.
We do not recommend the Vågstranda Mattress to be used with an adjustable (electric) bed base. Here is our full list of mattresses that are compatible with an adjustable bed base.
It’s worth noting here that mattress firmness, performance, and durability will vary with different bed bases.
Available sizes
The Vågstranda mattress is available in 4 sizes (180 x 200cm, queen, double, and single) so it should suit most adult sleeping situations.
Here are Australia’s standard bed (mattress) sizes in 2023.
Final verdict
The Vågstranda Mattress is an ordinary mattress that would lacks the comfort level desired by most people.
Bedbuyer’s rating: 2.7 / 5
Here are our ratings for each category:
Comfort
Spinal Support
Build Quality
Partner Disturbance
Value for Money
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In a nutshell 🥜
- 28cm height
- Firm or extra firm feel
- Pocket springs
- 10 year warranty
Retail Prices
Warranty
10 years
Specifications – Vågstranda Mattress
- Height: 28cm
- An extra-firm 28 cm high innovative double layer pocket spring mattress. You get ultimate comfort and perfect support from comfort zones that adjust to your body. A generous layer of foam adds to the feel!
- The innovative S-core of the mattress has two layers of pocket springs to provide comfort exactly where it’s needed and support your back.
- Individually wrapped pocket springs isolate movements, so you won´t disturb your partner if you have the habit of moving a lot when sleeping.
- Pressure points like shoulders and hips are supported by 7 comfort zones – slightly softer springs around the heavier parts of the body help keep your body aligned.
- An extra thick and quilted foam top layer adds to the relaxing feel.
- The pocket springs are designed to help air circulate and regulate your body temperature.
- The deeply quilted stretch fabric around the top adds to the crafted look, is soft to the touch and moves with you when sleeping.
- Practical handles on the sides help you when moving the mattress.
- Choose a pillow you like to go with your mattress in order to really boost your sleep.
- The springs run from edge to edge to avoid a gap if you want to place two mattresses next to each other. Also, the mattresses fit together seamlessly when placed side by side.
- The Vågstranda Mattress cover is designed to stay firmly in place on the mattress.
- Only to be used on one side – no need to turn the mattress over.
- You can sit comfortably on the edge of your bed since the reinforced edge helps keep the mattress firm and even.
- To keep the mattress fresh, use a textile cleaner suitable for upholstery and vacuum it occasionally.
- The complete mattress is covered by a 10 year guarantee. You can read about the terms in the guarantee brochure.
- The mattress may need about 72 hours to fully regain its shape and comfort after having been roll-packed. Any wrinkles will disappear too.
- Sometimes the packaging may have given the mattress a noticeable smell which will disappear over a short period of time.
- 498 springs per square metre in a 90×200 cm mattress.
- Care instructions can be found inside the cover.
- Complete with a mattress base or non-adjustable slatted bed base.