One of the most common questions we receive at Olive Foam Awka Depot is: "What thickness should I choose?" The answer depends on your weight, sleeping position, and budget. This guide covers every option from 3 inches to 24 inches.
Why Thickness Matters
Thickness determines three things: how much the foam compresses under your body weight (comfort), how evenly it distributes that weight (support), and how long it maintains its shape (durability). Too thin and you feel the bed frame beneath you. Too thick and you may have an unnecessarily high sleeping surface.
Thickness Options — What Each One Means
3 Inches — Minimum
The thinnest option we stock. Suitable only for very light users (children under 10) or temporary/camping use. Not recommended for adults as a primary mattress — you will feel the frame beneath you within months.
4 Inches — Budget / Children
Suitable for children and very light adults (under 50kg). Affordable. Not recommended for adults above 60kg as a primary sleeping surface.
6 Inches — Standard / Entry Level
The entry-level thickness for adult use. Adequate for adults up to 70kg in economy and mid-range collections. A 3×6ft ENO Foam at 6 inches costs around ₦36,799 — the most affordable adult mattress in our stock.
8 inches is our best-selling thickness across all collections. It provides the right balance of comfort, support, and cost for adults of average weight. When in doubt, choose 8 inches.
8 Inches — Most Popular
The most popular thickness in Nigeria for adults. Handles weights up to approximately 90kg comfortably. This is the hotel industry standard — every standard hotel room in Nigeria uses 8-inch mattresses. Available across all 6 of our collections.
10 Inches — Premium Comfort
Significantly more comfortable than 8 inches. Better pressure distribution, slower wear rate. Recommended for anyone above 80kg or anyone prioritising long-term comfort. Available in Full Orthopaedic, Semi-Orthopaedic, Olive Foam, and Olive Damask.
12 Inches — Luxury / Back Pain
Hotel suite standard. Excellent for back pain sufferers — the extra foam depth allows the mattress to fully support the spine without bottoming out. Recommended for anyone above 90kg or with chronic back or joint pain.
14–24 Inches — Ultra Premium / Institutional
Available in Semi-Orthopaedic and Full Orthopaedic. Used in VIP hotel suites, presidential accommodations, and specialist medical applications. At 24 inches, the mattress is exceptionally deep and durable — genuinely expected to last the full 10-year warranty period without significant compression.
Thickness vs Body Weight Guide
- Under 60kg: 6–8 inches is adequate
- 60–80kg: 8 inches recommended
- 80–100kg: 10 inches recommended
- Above 100kg: 12 inches minimum — consider 14–16 inches for Full or Semi-Orthopaedic
Bed Frame Compatibility
Standard Nigerian bed frames accommodate mattresses up to 12 inches without any issue. For mattresses above 12 inches, check that your bed frame height plus mattress height gives a comfortable sleeping height — typically the top of the mattress should be 55–65cm from the floor for easy access.
Tell us your weight and sleeping position on WhatsApp — 08108310088 — and we will recommend the exact thickness for you.