
Kingsdown Mattress Review (2023)
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Overall Rating
Kingsdown is a brand that can trace its business heritage back to 1904. With its catalogue of mid-priced to high-end mattresses, this company competes with big-name, in-store luxury mattresses like Stearns & Foster, Sealy, or Simmons Beautyrest, as well as online luxury brands like Logan & Cove. For our review, we bought and tested the Kingsdown Silent Partner Fontaine. This mattress is made in Canada and retails at various prices for different models and retailers. Return policies, fees, sleep trials, and delivery options are dependent on the retailer.
Firmness
The Kingsdown Silent Partner Fontaine mattress we tested for this review is available in one firmness option. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), it rates at 6.3 out of 10 on the firmness scale.

Pros
- Foam is certified by CertiPUR-US
- Pocketed coil springs
- Pillow-top cushioning
- Available to try in-store
- Made in North America
Cons
- Not shipped in a box
- Return or reselection fees with most retailers
- Cover is not machine washable
- Below-average bounce
- Below-average edge support
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How we reviewed the Kingsdown mattress
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To provide a consistent benchmark for our tests, we commission third-party engineers to test every mattress in the exact same way. You can view the methodology of testing and the APEGA-stamped results document here.
Without further ado, our Kingsdown Mattress Review:
Kingsdown Mattress: Company Overview

Company Overview | Kingsdown |
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Launched: | 1904 |
Price Queen: | Varies |
Available in: | USA; Canada |
Made in: | Canada |
Trial length: | Varies by retailer |
Warranty: | 10 years |
Where to buy: | Traditional mattress stores; online |
Kingsdown is a company that has found ways to modernize with the times without losing sight of its history as a luxury mattress brand. Originally founded in 1904 as The Mebane Bedding Company, the company eventually became a manufacturer with distributors and operations in multiple countries.
Today, Kingsdown has a number of mattress lines and models available for sale at various price points, many of which can be bought at stores like Leon’s and Sleep Country.
Kingsdown Mattress: Delivery, Sleep Trial, Returns

Delivery, Trials, Returns | Kingsdown |
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Shipping cost: | Dependent on retailer |
Shipping time: | 3–10 business days |
Sleep trial length: | Dependent on retailer |
Return ease: | Dependent on retailer |
Refund: | Dependent on retailer |
Additional fees: | Dependent on retailer |
Kingsdown mattresses will have different delivery times depending on the retailer. The model used in this review – the Silent Partner Fontaine – was ordered at Sleep Country and delivered within the expected time frame.
Mattress retailers may choose to use their own delivery service to deliver Kingsdown mattresses. In these cases, it’s not unusual for companies to offer a “white glove” delivery service where the courier takes the mattress to the room you choose, places it on the bed frame you indicate, and then unwraps the packaging. Since not all companies who offer white glove delivery will remove the old mattress, buyers may still have to make arrangements prior to delivery.
Retailers who sell Kingsdown mattresses will take different approaches to the sleep trial and return process. Some companies, like Sleep Country, will offer a sleep trial or period during which customers are able to take the mattress home and try it out with the option to return it within a stated time frame. By the same token, however, some companies won’t offer a return policy at all.
Kingsdown Mattress: Out of the Box

Out of the Box | Kingsdown |
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Delivered in a box: | No |
The Kingsdown Silent Partner Fontaine mattress is not delivered in a box. That being said, retailers may offer white glove delivery service either as part of the delivery fee or otherwise within the price of the mattress.
Kingsdown Mattress: Construction

Construction | Kingsdown |
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Mattress height: | 13.5" |
Number of layers: | 3 |
Comfort layer: | 1" Comfort foam |
Transition layer: | 3" Memory foam |
Support layer: | 9” Pocketed springs |
Cover materials: | Viscose, polypropylene, polyester |
Machine washable: | No |
Made in: | Canada |
The Kingsdown Silent Partner Fontaine is a spring-and-foam hybrid mattress. Using a combination of memory foam and coils, this mattress offers a medium-firm feel.
In addition, the Silent Partner Fontaine mattress comes in just one firmness option. Although this mattress did not come in a box, it does follow the “one-size-fits-all” strategy taken by a lot of mattress companies.
Kingsdown Mattress Layers

The Kingsdown mattress we tested – the Silent Partner Fontaine – contains three layers of spring and foam. Combined, these layers form the construction of the mattress.
- First layer: 1-inch pillow-top that both shapes the mattress visually and makes it more comfortable to sleep on.
- Second layer: 3 inches of memory foam. This layer works with the layer above it to enhance comfort.
- Third layer: 9 inches of pocketed coils. These springs add firmness, stability, and support to the mattress. This model is rather unique in that it’s made up of two layers of 4.5-inch coils stacked on top of each other instead of a single row of 9-inch coils.
Of note: Additional layers, particularly below the spring layer, are a part of the construction of this mattress. These combined with the quilting on the mattress account for the Kingsdown Silent Partner Fontaine’s 13.5-inch height.
Kingsdown Mattress Cover

Like many high-end mattresses, this Kingsdown mattress has a white pillow-top which with a textured pattern. Accented by black edging, the pillow-top gives way to a thinner, more breathable fabric. Further down, the sides of the mattress follow a dotted triangle pattern with circle stitching. The material of the cover blends viscose (64%) and polypropylene foam (36%). Although certain mattress covers are machine washable, this Kingsdown mattress cover is spot-clean only.
Kingsdown Mattress: Environmental Sustainability
Eco-Consciousness | Kingsdown |
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Green policies: | No mention on website. |
Social responsibility: | No mention on website |
Box materials: | n/a |
Foam materials: | Polyurethane |
Cover materials: | Viscose, polypropylene, polyester |
CertiPUR-US®: | Yes |
Green manufacturing: | No mention on website. |
Kingsdown Mattress: Feel and Firmness
Feel & Firmness | Kingsdown |
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Feel: | Medium-Firm |
Firmness: | 6.3 / 10 |
Edge support: | 3.8 / 10 |
Motion isolation | 7.1 / 10 |
Bounce | 4.1 / 10 |

Feel & Firmness
The Kingsdown mattress has a medium-firm comfort level. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), it is rated at 6.3 / 10 on the firmness spectrum.

Motion Isolation
Motion isolation is usually quite good in foam and hybrid mattresses. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Kingsdown mattress rated at 7.1 / 10 on the motion isolation scale. This is above-average in its category.

Edge Support
According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Kingsdown mattress rated at 3.8 / 10 on the edge support scale. This is quite low for a hybrid mattress.

Bounce
When a mattress has high motion isolation scores, it usually has low bounce scores. According to the testing conducted by third-party engineers (commissioned by us), the Kingsdown mattress rated 4.1 / 10 for bounce, which is a fairly low score for a hybrid mattress.
Kingsdown Mattress: Price
Twin

$1,499 CAD
(Eastbrook)
Twin XL

$1,599 CAD
(Eastbrook)
Double

$1,679 CAD
(Eastbrook)
Queen

$1,699 CAD
(Eastbrook)
King

$2,699 CAD
(Eastbrook)
Cal King

N/A
Kingsdown Mattress: Overview
Overview | Kingsdown |
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Price (Queen): | $1,699 CAD (Eastbrook) |
Available in: | USA, Canada |
Made in: | Canada |
Trial length: | Dependent on retailer |
Warranty | 10 years |
Number of layers: | 3 |
Cover materials: | Viscose, polypropylene, polyester |
Machine washable: | No |
Green policies: | No mention on website. |
Feel: | Medium-firm |
Firmness: | 6.3 / 10 |
Edge support: | 3.8 / 10 |
Motion isolation: | 7.1 / 10 |
Bounce: | 4.1 / 10 |
Where to buy: | Traditional mattress stores; Online |
Who buys a Kingsdown mattress?
As a brand, Kingsdown has sought to establish itself over the years as an ideal pick for shoppers who want a higher quality sleep experience and are willing to pay for it. With this manufacturer, buyers can expect a firm and supportive mattress with a simple, clean-cut design.
That being said, the Kingsdown mattress we tested for this review had below-average edge support and bounce scores. This combination may raise questions about the mattresses functional nature. When the lack of firmness options and the shorter warranty period are also taken into account, prospective buyers may want to explore their options before committing to this mattress. You can read up on more mattress brands both in the Best Mattress listings and in the Reviews Directory.
Buy a Kingsdown if you want:
- A medium-firm hybrid mattress
- To purchase from a well-established brand
- A mattress with above-average motion isolation
- A mattress made in North America