Kaymed UK

What Kaymed UK does

Kaymed is a privately held Irish mattress and bed manufacturer founded in 1898, positioned as the only foam manufacturer in Ireland, operating two production sites in Dublin and Kilcullen. The company designs and produces specialty mattresses and beds built around proprietary temperature-regulation materials developed in-house, including Therma Phase phase change crystals, patented gel bead technology, Energex Smart Foam, and graphite-infused foam, alongside exclusive visco-elastic compounds used in medical pressure-care applications. Its product portfolio spans nine sub-brands (Silver, Therma~Phase Ultra, Regulatex, K3 Gel, Mighty Bed, Energize, iKool, V85 and a King Koil chiropractor-endorsed range) covering consumer, heavy-sleeper, medical and spinal-care use cases, supported by headboards, specialised pillows and 15-year guarantees on selected lines.

The business operates a B2B2C wholesale model, distributing exclusively through a network of specialist retail stockists across England, Scotland and Wales, with no direct online sales. The company explicitly requires customers to test products in person at a stockist before purchase, and supports the channel with a "Find A Stockist" locator, downloadable sleep guides and a content-led blog. Channel partners include Harvey Norman (named Bedding Supplier of the Year 2014) and independent retailers such as Ramsden Home Interiors. Kaymed is a longstanding member of the National Bed Federation, holds CertiPur certification on polyurethane foam, and has won NBF Bed Manufacturer of the Year in 2016 and 2016-17 and the Big Furniture Group Best Bed Supplier (mid-price) award in Spring 2023. The firm is privately held with no disclosed investors, parent company, or revenue, and operates with a small disclosed headcount of 24 employees.

Name

Kaymed UK

Legal name

Kaymed

Website

https://kaymed.co.uk

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Kaymed is a privately held Irish specialty mattress and bed manufacturer, founded in 1898 and the only foam producer in Ireland, operating two plants in Dublin and Kilcullen. It sells proprietary temperature-regulating mattresses (Therma Phase, K3 Gel, Energize, V85 and others) exclusively through specialist UK and Irish retail stockists.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mattresses and Beds

NAICS

Mattress Manufacturing (33791), Urethane and Other Foam Product (except Polystyrene) Manufacturing (326150)

SIC

Plastics Foam Products (3086)

akta.pro primary industry

Foam Conversion & Fabrication (Cutting, Laminating, CNC, Packaging Inserts) (IMANAIAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Mattress & Pillow Components Manufacturing (Ticking/Pillow Shells/Protectors) (IMAOAKAE)

Keywords

• Mattress manufacturing
• Foam bedding products
• Temperature regulation mattresses
• Specialist bed retail
• Orthopaedic sleep systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Dublin

HQ country

Ireland

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Mattress and Bed Sales: One-time purchase of mattresses, beds, headboards, and pillows through specialist retail stockists

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Kaymed UK manufactures and distributes premium mattresses, beds, headboards, and pillows through a network of specialist retail stockists across England, Scotland, and Wales. The company operates as the only foam manufacturer in Ireland, with two production sites in Dublin and Kilcullen enabling in-house development of proprietary temperature-regulating and pressure-relief technologies such as phase change crystals, patented gel beads, Energex Smart Foam, and graphite-infused foams. Products are sold exclusively in-store for in-person testing and are not available for online purchase.

Product overview

Kaymed UK is a mattress and bed manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of luxury sleep products. The company operates as the only foam manufacturer in Ireland with two manufacturing sites in Dublin and Kilcullen. Their product portfolio includes six main mattress collections: Silver (Medallion series), Therma~Phase Ultra, Regulatex, K3 Gel, Mighty Bed, and Energize. These collections range from pocket spring mattresses to advanced temperature-regulating and gel-infused models. Supporting products include headboards (Charlotte, Sarah, Julianna, Emily, Clare, Helena), specialized pillows, and the iKool rolled mattress range. The company differentiates through proprietary technologies including phase change crystals, patented gel beads, Energex Smart Foam, and graphite-infused materials for heat dissipation, all developed in-house and exclusive to Kaymed.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Silver: Mattress product line including Medallion 1200, 1500, 1800, and 2000 models.
• Therma~Phase Ultra
• Regulatex
• K3 Gel
• Mighty Bed
• Energize
• iKool
• V85
• King Koil

Products and services

• Silver Mattress Collection (Medallion Series) Premium mattress collection featuring Medallion models (1200, 1500, 1800, 2000) with silver-infused technology for enhanced sleep comfort and hygiene, sold through specialist retailers across the British Isles.
• Therma~Phase Ultra Mattress Collection Advanced temperature-regulating mattress collection (TP Ultra Paradise 1200, 1600, 2000, 2500) using phase change crystal technology to absorb, store, and release body heat to maintain ideal sleeping temperature throughout the night.
• Regulatex Mattress Collection Temperature-regulating mattress range (Bali 1600, 2000, 2400, 3500) featuring patented technology developed in-house by Kaymed for sleep surface temperature control.
• K3 Gel Mattress Collection Gel-infused mattress collection (Ultimate 1800, 2200) with patented gel bead technology that reacts to body movements to disperse heat away from the mattress surface, providing cooling comfort and pressure relief.
• Mighty Bed Mattress Collection Heavy-duty mattress range (Mighty Mourne, Mighty Wicklow) with reinforced springs and extra deep upholstery layers, designed for heavy sleepers, backed by a 15-year guarantee.
• Energize Mattress Collection Smart foam mattress collection (Energize 1000, 1200, 1600, 2000, 25cm) featuring Energex Smart Foam that activates at 27°C and graphite-infused technology for up to 12x faster heat flow.
• iKool Rolled Mattress Range Vacuum-packed rolled mattresses with gel memory foam, available in solid foam or pocket spring variants, designed for easy transport and quick settling-in time for retail customers.
• V85 Pressure-Relieving Mattress Premium pressure-relieving mattress made from Kaymed-exclusive visco-elastic material that does not rely on body heat to remain pliable, providing around-the-clock pressure relief and used in medical applications.
• King Koil Chiropractor-Approved Mattress Range Chiropractor-approved mattress range offering ultimate comfort and spinal support, manufactured by Kaymed using the three-component ChiroSpans, Post Pad, and Tuff-Edge System spine protection, endorsed by the International Chiropractors Association.
• Headboards (Charlotte, Sarah, Julianna, Emily, Clare, Helena) Floor-standing headboards in Charlotte, Sarah, Julianna, Emily, Clare, and Helena designs, available in widths from 90cm (3') to 180cm (6') and approximately 137cm high, sold as bed accessories.
• Specialized Pillows (Mighty Bed, Response Gel, Therma Phase, V85) Specialized pillows (Mighty Bed, Response Gel, Therma Phase, V85) offering superior support, temperature regulation, or pressure relief options to complement Kaymed mattresses as a complete sleep system.

Quantifiable outcome

• 93% customer satisfaction rate
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Harvey NormancoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2014International Furniture and Bedding Group that selected Kaymed as their Bedding Supplier of the Year 2014 at their annual award ceremony hosted in Dublin. Major retail partner for Kaymed products.
• National Bed Federation (NBF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLongstanding members of the National Bed Federation, the recognised trade association for mattress and bed manufacturers in the British Isles. All NBF members must abide by a strict code of practice including regular factory auditing and product testing to ensure products are manufactured to the highest standards.
• King KoilcoreTechnology or IntegrationKaymed manufactures King Koil mattresses - a range of ultra-high quality chiropractor approved beds offering ultimate comfort and spinal support. King Koil is endorsed by the International Chiropractors Association.
• Association of Independent StoresminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKaymed ran a national promotion exclusively for members of the Association of Independent Stores. Customer Phil Collins won £2,500 Virgin Gift Card and sales person Debbie Squires won £2,000 Virgin Gift Card.
• Ramsden Home Interiors / Ramsden Group of CompaniesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFamily-owned furniture retailer in Grimsby and North East Lincolnshire employing over 200 people. Part of Ramsden Group of Companies. One of Kaymed's retail stockists.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Sealy: Global mattress incumbent (Tempur Sealy International subsidiary) with strong UK presence through retailer partnerships. Comparable in product range and UK specialist retail distribution, but operates at substantially greater scale.
• Simmons Bedding Company: US-based global mattress manufacturer (Beautyrest brand) with international licensing and manufacturing partnerships. Comparable in pocket-spring and premium mattress segments, though at significantly larger scale and global distribution.
• Tempur Sealy International: Global mattress and sleep products giant owning Tempur-Pedic, Sealy, and Stearns & Foster. Comparable in premium foam mattress technology and patent-protected materials, but at vastly larger scale and global reach.

Regional players

• Dreams: UK's largest specialist mattress retailer with own-brand offerings. Relevant as the dominant distribution channel for premium UK mattress brands and a direct competitor to Kaymed's specialist retail stockist network.

Emerging players

• Simba Sleep: UK bed-in-a-box challenger brand using proprietary foam and spring hybrid technology. Comparable in temperature and comfort technology focus, but operates entirely through D2C online channels rather than specialist retail.
• King Koil: US-headquartered global mattress brand endorsed by the International Chiropractors Association. Directly comparable as Kaymed's manufacturing partner and a peer brand in the chiropractic-approved premium mattress segment.

Direct peers

• Silentnight: Largest UK-based mattress manufacturer with Heritage, Just Right, and Miracoel brands. Directly comparable as a UK/Ireland-focused foam and spring mattress producer selling through UK retail stockists.
• Vispring: UK luxury pocket-sprung mattress manufacturer with Royal Warrant and high-end specialist retail distribution. Comparable as a UK heritage premium mattress brand focused on specialist stockists and the broader British Isles market.
• Hypnos: UK-based luxury mattress manufacturer with Royal Warrant and international hotel supply chain. Direct competitor in the premium specialist mattress segment with comparable use of natural materials and pocket-sprung construction.
• Harrison Spinks: Yorkshire-based premium mattress manufacturer with proprietary spring technology and vertically integrated production. Comparable as a UK heritage manufacturer focused on premium specialist retail.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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