After 12 years of daily use, I decided it was time to replace my Sultan Flokenes mattress. Even though I had always been very satisfied with it, I felt it had lost some of its support over time. It was my first foam mattress, and I had no complaints all those years. So, I thought it was time to upgrade — and I invested in an expensive new mattress with pocket springs, costing €2,300.
From the very first nights, though, I started experiencing back pain. I assumed my body just needed time to adjust, so I added a €400 mattress topper, hoping it would make things more comfortable. Unfortunately, even with the topper, the mattress still felt uncomfortable and awkward.
Thankfully, I hadn’t thrown away the Sultan Flokenes — I had given it to a family in need. After struggling to find anything on the market that felt similar — aside from maybe a Tempur — I finally asked the couple if they would be willing to return the Sultan, and I offered them the brand-new, expensive mattress instead. Luckily, they were happy to accept the trade!
In the end, I returned to my old Sultan Flokenes, and my body immediately felt relief. I’ve come to the conclusion that unless I can find something that truly matches its comfort and support, I’m not changing mattresses again anytime soon.
This review is for Ikea Sultan Flokenes
Owned for: 12 years
Condition: Slightly worn
45 - 54 years old
Female
Side Sleeper
150-200 lbs
Prefers Medium Feel
Arthritis, Back Pain, Hip Pain, Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis
I decided to give my sultan flokenes amd buy a brand new. I bought a luxury, expensive pocket spring one
After that i lived a hell! Back pain, discomfort etc. Sultan flokenes was the only matress which i could wake up without backpain. Pity is not available any more by IKEA.
This review is for Ikea Sultan Flokenes
Owned for: 12 years
Condition: Moderately worn
45 - 54 years old
Female
Side Sleeper
150-200 lbs
Prefers Medium Feel
Arthritis, Back Pain, Hip Pain, Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis
