Cooling Bamboo Mattress Topper Queen, 550 GSM Medium Plush Pillow Top
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Mattress Topper for Side Sleepers
Side sleepers press the shoulders and hips into the bed more than anyone. A plush topper adds cushion in those spots, and a deep pocket keeps it in place through the night.
Plush queen toppers
Ultra Plush 4 Inch Bamboo Pillow Top Mattress Topper, 1000 GSM
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Save 25%What side sleepers look for in a topper
Lying on your side puts your weight on a small area at the shoulder and the hip. On a firm mattress those spots meet a hard surface, and the bed can feel unforgiving. A plush topper adds a soft layer between you and the mattress, so you settle in rather than sit on top of something hard.
This is about comfort and how the bed feels, so choose the loft that suits your mattress and your preferences.
1000 GSM: a deep, cushioned feel
The 1000 GSM topper is our ultra plush option. With roughly twice the fill of the 550 GSM, it gives a thick pillow-top feel, with room for the shoulder and hip to sink in. If your mattress is firm or older and you like a cushioned surface, this is the topper side sleepers tend to reach for.
Its pocket fits mattresses up to 21 inches deep.
550 GSM: a lighter layer
If you already have a fairly comfortable mattress and only want it a little softer, the 550 GSM topper is enough. It is a medium plush layer, so the mattress underneath still provides most of the feel. It fits mattresses 8 to 20 inches deep.
Keeping it in place and in shape
Side sleepers shift and turn through the night, so a topper that slides is annoying. Ours have an elastic deep-pocket skirt that stretches over the mattress corners like a fitted sheet. Pull it fully down on all four corners, and add a deep-pocket fitted sheet on top.
Both toppers are machine washable on a gentle cycle at 30°C or cooler. Shake the fill out after washing to bring back the loft. Pillows matter for side sleeping too, and our layering guide explains how pad, topper and pillows work together.
Plush options for side sleepers
Both are plush. The 1000 GSM is the deeper of the two.
| Feature | 550 GSM topper | 1000 GSM topper |
|---|---|---|
| Fill weight | 550 GSM | 1000 GSM |
| Feel | Medium plush, you stay on top | Ultra plush, sink-in pillow top |
| Fill | Down alternative (7D polyester) | Down alternative (7D polyester) |
| Mattress depth it fits | 8 to 20 inches | Up to 21 inches |
| Attachment | Elastic deep-pocket skirt | Elastic deep-pocket skirt |
| Good match for | Warm sleepers, mattresses a touch too firm | Very firm or worn mattresses, a deep cushioned feel |
Product pages: 550 GSM queen topper and 1000 GSM queen topper.
Questions about this topper
What is the best mattress topper for side sleepers?
Most side sleepers like a plush topper that cushions the shoulders and hips. Our 1000 GSM topper has the deepest cushion we make, and the 550 GSM is a lighter plush option.
Should I choose 550 or 1000 GSM for side sleeping?
On a firm or older mattress, the 1000 GSM leaves more room for the shoulder and hip to settle in. If your mattress already has some give and you want a little more softness, the 550 GSM is enough. This is about how the bed feels, so go by your own preference.
Is 1000 GSM too thick for a side sleeper?
Not usually. A thick topper gives the shoulder and hip room to settle in. If you prefer to stay nearer the surface, the 550 GSM is the better match.
Will a topper make a firm mattress comfortable for side sleeping?
A plush topper softens how a firm mattress feels at the surface, which many side sleepers prefer. How much depends on the mattress and your own preference.
Does the topper slide when I turn over?
The elastic deep-pocket skirt holds it like a fitted sheet. Pull it fully over all four corners and use a deep-pocket fitted sheet on top.
Will a topper work on a memory foam mattress?
Yes. Both toppers fit thick mattresses, and a plush topper on memory foam is a common setup. Check the combined height against your sheets.
