About Vi-Spring#

Vi-Spring Limited is a Plymouth-based British mattress manufacturer founded in 1901 by the inventor of the pocket spring — James Marshall. The company claims to have made the first pocket-sprung mattress in the world. Today, Vi-Spring produces entirely hand-crafted mattresses using the finest natural materials, supplied to royal households, luxury hotels and discerning private buyers across the world. Their mattresses are double-sided, made to order and backed by a 30-year guarantee.

Vi-Spring mattresses start at approximately £1,500 for a double and extend to over £20,000 for bespoke, fully hand-stuffed models using the rarest materials.

What makes Vi-Spring different#

Three things distinguish Vi-Spring from all other mattress manufacturers:

  1. Calico pocket springs: Vi-Spring uses an exceptionally high spring count (upwards of 2,000 individually hand-nested springs in a double) with long-coil tempered steel. Each spring is individually nested by hand — the springs are not mass-produced in sheets.
  2. Natural fillings: No synthetic materials anywhere in a Vi-Spring mattress. Fillings include British fleece wool, Shetland fleece, cashmere, mohair, silk, Horsetail hair and cotton. These materials are selected for longevity and natural temperature regulation properties that synthetic alternatives cannot match.
  3. Double-sided, double-stitched: Every Vi-Spring mattress can be flipped and rotated — and should be, quarterly. The hand-stitched side walls create a firm, durable perimeter that modern one-sided mattresses cannot replicate.

The range#

  • Herald Superb: Entry-level Vi-Spring (still exceptional). British fleece wool, 1,716 springs in a double. From approximately £1,500 for a double.
  • Tiara Superb: Their most popular model. Adds Shetland fleece and a higher spring count.
  • Diamond Majesty: Vi-Spring's signature premium model. Cashmere, mohair, silk and Horsetail hair. One of the finest mattresses money can buy.
  • Bespoke: Fully custom mattresses in any size, firmness and filling specification.

Firmness and feel#

Vi-Spring offers multiple firmness options across their range, from plush soft to very firm. The feel is traditional British luxury — supportive yet cushioning, with natural fillings that contour gently without the sink-in sensation of memory foam. It is a feel that is increasingly rare in the modern market and deeply appreciated by those who seek it.

Longevity#

A Vi-Spring mattress, properly maintained, will last 25–40 years. When viewed as a cost-per-night proposition, even the higher-priced models become competitive with mid-range mattresses that need replacing every 8–10 years. This is perhaps the most compelling argument for the price.

Who Vi-Spring suits#

  • Best for: Those who want the finest British craftsmanship; buyers who want a lifelong investment; those who appreciate natural materials and a traditional feel; those who can visit a retailer to test firmness options in person
  • Less suitable for: Budget buyers (obviously); those who want memory foam contouring; buyers who need a home trial before committing