Mattress Spotlight – Mammoth & Harrison
We care about providing quality products for all our customers, which is why we hand-pick only the best mattresses from companies that support our core values. Our mattresses are chosen for their incredible value and market-wide appeal. We ensure that you have an item in your home that you can call upon for years to come. Our expert team make a conscious effort to offer a selection of best of British products.
Mammoth
Mammoth was created when its founder, John Tuton, suffered a rugby injury which damaged his ribs and back. Being struck down in his twenties drove Tuton to speak to colleagues in the healthcare industry. He soon invested all his time and effort into returning to good health. Using sleep science research, he created a mattress which promotes wellness by responding to the unique characteristics of an individual’s body.
The Medical Grade™ foam mattress has been rigorously tested by the University of Northumbria and is used by the NHS. Tests have shown Medical Grade™ foam mattresses help people fall asleep 29% quicker and improve sleep efficiency by 7%. Furthermore testing revealed 46% greater pressure relief, 69% faster cooling and 21% more enjoyable sleep.
Medical Grade™ foam is Mammoth’s own innovation and superseded memory foam more than 10 years ago which does not retain heat like memory foam does. Medical Grade™ foam has been found to:
- improve sleep,
- relieve aches and pains and
- increase circulation and blood flow to recovering muscles.
Mammoth are also in Partnership with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and is widely recommended by health practitioners.
Unsurprisingly, Tuton’s original target market was high-performing athletes and Olympians. Mammoth mattresses hold a contract with the Rugby Players’ Association and have recently signed a deal with Tottenham Hotspur to become the Official Mattress and Pillow Supplier at their soon to be completed private player accommodation lodge.
Whilst Mammoth have only been trading for just over ten years, they have quickly taken the market by storm with their innovative thinking and superb Medical Grade™ foam mattresses. However, it’s worth noting that in addition to their Medical Grade™ foam only mattresses, they still offer high quality traditional pocket sprung mattresses that are combined with a generous layer of Mammoth’s pressure relieving Medical Grade™ foam.
Mammoth really do epitomise their ‘Science of Comfort’ tagline and even have their own sleep expert in Dr Jonathan Bloomfield. Dr Bloomfield is one of the UK’s leaders in sleep, fatigue and human performance.
Harrison
Harrison have a century of history behind them and still use the time-honoured techniques of 100 years ago. Each mattress is stitched by hand in a Leeds-based factory just 18 miles away from where their fillings are grown on Harrison’s very own picturesque 300-acre farm.
Incredibly, it takes a year to grow materials for just one Harrison mattress. Dense, springy wool is sheared from Harrison’s 300 sheep who roam the farmland. Hemp and flax are used for their absorbency and ability to wick moisture away from the body, keeping it cool. Other luxurious materials are added to the blend, all carefully sourced for optimum quality and longevity. Cotton and Egyptian cotton are used for their absorbent nature, and horse hair is hard-wearing. You’ll also find silk, cashmere and mohair in the lighter top layers, adding luxury and an incomparable softness.
Furthermore Harrison produce their own springs, they have innovated and created using cutting edge technology to design a spring system like no other. Nearly eight miles of wire are used in each mattress. They are coiled into a unique ‘revolution’ spring-within-a-spring system. This system counters the natural movement of the mattresses fillings. These thousands of springs offer exceptional support, and this has won Harrison awards for their uniqueness.
Harrison operate an end-to-end manufacturing process which results in a self-sufficient production process. It allows them to handcraft high quality and bespoke mattresses. They are a heritage brand, with many years of experience. However they are still innovating to combine the best mix of traditional methods and materials with technology and award winning springs.
Whichever type of mattress you prefer, you’ll be hard-pressed to find quality as exceptional as Mammoth and Harrison anywhere in the world.
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Customer Stories
Once an order is complete we always encourage customer feedback. Here’s a selection of different projects and customer comments.
Flooring for complete house
We have used Downs in the past and once again the salesperson was very helpful, answering all my queries. The fitter was equally helpful and able to give knowledgeable advice for a future product. I highly recommend Downs as a local business.
Marian G
Carpet order
From the first enquiry to the fitting of the new carpet, we were warmly welcomed by friendly staff, which helped to make our choice and decisions easy. Carpet came much sooner that originally told but that was great as it meant we could get on with the other changes in the particular room. Many thanks for an excellent service.
Richard M
Kitchen/diner
Customer service is top notch. We have used CMS for all of our flooring requirements to date and will continue to do so throughout the renovation of our house.
Vicky B
Bedroom carpets
The sales team were really efficient and helpful, taking into consideration our requirements. The fitters worked well, efficiently and cleared up afterwards a real blessing. The choice of flooring was great and the prices very competitive. Recommend CMS carpets and would use them again. Thank you.
Karen P
The Downs Difference
At Downs Carpets & Beds, we stay true to our original core values. Take a look at why our customers choose us for their beds and carpets time and time again.
Free Measuring Service
We can visit you with carpet samples at a time to suit you. We will check your sub-floor, measure, plan and provide a free no-obligation quote.
Leading Brands
We aim to offer the largest choice of products at the very best prices, with all the leading brands of beds and carpets in one shop for your convenience.
Running For Over 50 Years
All Fitting Guaranteed
Every home or office carpet installation we undertake is covered by our one year Fitting Guarantee for complete peace of mind.
Specialist Expertise
We specialise in great quality carpets, flooring and beds at the very best prices, with friendly, knowledgeable staff to provide expert advice.
Speedy Fitting & Home Delivery
Most of our popular carpet, bed and flooring ranges are held in stock to ensure that we can offer competitive pricing and fast delivery times.
Our bespoke service
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Design consultation: Working collaboratively with you, your designer helps you select the right products.
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Technical consultation: We will conduct a technical survey, checking all measurements and any unusual angles.
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Supplying the product: Your chosen product will be ordered and delivered to you in the time frames discussed.
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Professional Installation: Our expert installers precision fits your product for an exceptional finish.
What Our Customers Say
James AvisonKev, Ash & Mark, our fitters, have been brilliant. Working at light-speed, they've been thorough, meticulous and professional. It's not every group of tradespeople that you'd be happy to recommend, especially in a predominantly female office environment but these three were respectful, thoughtful and good company to have around. We'd be glad to have them back and the quality of their workmanship is excellent. Thank you.
peter brunsdenExcellent job done, good price and very professional at all times. recarpet of first floor of period property, tricky job well handled. Highly recommended
Debbie AshworthI knew what I wanted when I went in and had the measurements as well. The person serving me was very helpful and we were able to get everything sorted easily.
Ian Fewtrell-SmithGood. There was a small hiccup but quickly resolved.
Carole HornerWe have found this company to be excellent with their service and with great recommendations for carpets in relevant rooms. So our latest purchase for lounge and 2 flights of stairs and landings. Process was well explained and nothing seemed too much trouble. The fitters were exceptional !
Yvonne HossackCarpets and vinyl lovely. Dave the fitter was so accomplished, he fitted the stair runner brilliantly. Both Dave and his assistant Andy were courteous and helpful
Katherine SingletonHi Simon, Thank you for getting all the carpets all sorted, you have been brilliant Simon, its been a pleasure and I appreciate you always being quick to communicate and answer any questions. I am very pleased I came back to you after 18 years! Stress free process and quality carpets and good honest prices! Barry the carpet measuring guy was prompt and has a nice friendly and polite manner. The fitters Kevin & Paul are nice chaps too. All in all a great team from start to finish. I wish all companies operated like you do. Well done and thanks again. Best Regards K
Yoshihiro SunbeamHad a superb experience when we went in recently looking for a carpet quote. Spoke to Simon and he was very helpful and accommodating, explaining how the prices worked and what the best underlay was for our particular situation. Would highly recommend if in the West Berkshire area.
Judith CursonVinyl for a small space fitted well and at much shorter notice than we expected
