Pocketveren

Pocketveren, or pocket springs, are a mattress support system in which each steel coil is enclosed in its own fabric pocket. This design allows every spring to move independently, enabling the mattress to contour to the sleeper’s body while reducing motion transfer between partners.

Construction and design: A pocket-spring unit consists of numerous individual coils arranged in rows inside a fabric cover. The pockets are typically made from nonwoven fabric or cotton and are stitched into a panel. Many designs include zoned pockets that provide different firmness levels in regions such as the shoulders, hips, and lower back. Mattresses often pair pocket springs with comfort layers of foam, latex, or other padding to produce the desired feel.

Benefits and use: Advantages include improved contouring, targeted support, and reduced partner disturbance due to limited spring-to-spring interference. Edge support can be stronger in pocket-spring designs, particularly with reinforced perimeters. The system is commonly used in hybrid mattresses that combine springs with foam or latex layers and is favored by people seeking customizable firmness and durable performance.

Variants and considerations: Pocket-spring systems vary by spring count, coil gauge, and zoning. Higher counts and finer gauges offer more precise support but can increase cost and weight. Heat and breathability depend on the comfort layers and fabric ventilation; some designs prioritize airflow to mitigate heat retention.

Market and terminology: The term pocket veren is the Dutch designation for pocket springs and is widely understood in European markets. Other terms include pocketed coils or individually wrapped springs.

See also: mattress, innerspring, hybrid mattress, zoned support.