Love Bridge

What is a love bridge used for?

Visitor gap between mattresses

Many couples know the problem - You go to bed together, want to snuggle up comfortably, and suddenly a foot slips into the gap between the two mattresses in the double bed. This annoying "visitor gap" probably owes its name to the children who sneak into their parents' beds at night as "visitors" to sleep there. When two individual mattresses are used in a double bed, this gap inevitably arises, no matter how closely the two mattresses are pushed together. For both partners, as well as for children sleeping in the bed, the visitor gap can significantly disturb sleep comfort.

Why two mattresses at all?

If the visitor gap between two mattresses in the double bed is perceived as uncomfortable and disturbing, why not simply avoid the problem and buy a continuous double bed mattress? After all, there are mattresses in all common double bed sizes, from 160 x 200 to 180 x 200 to the XXL variant 200 x 200. This way, an annoying gap would not even arise. Nevertheless, many partners opt for the double bed solution with two individual mattresses. The reasons for this are obvious. Every person has an individual sleep pattern and spends about a third of their life sleeping. Healthy sleep is extremely important for health. To sleep well and restfully, everyone should rest on an optimally suitable mattress. The combination of bed, slatted frame, mattress, and bedding as well as bed linen should therefore be chosen differently for each person if one aims for the individually perfect solution. It is therefore almost impossible for both partners to achieve optimal sleep with the same slatted frame and the same mattress.

What advantages do two mattresses offer?

Buying two mattresses for the double bed in the shared bedroom has significant advantages. This way, each partner can choose a mattress that optimally fits their body weight, stature, and has the right firmness. Additionally, two different slatted frames for the mattresses can be purchased. Since each partner usually has their own preferred side of the bed, two slatted frames and two mattresses can create the perfect sleeping surface with perfect comfort. The only downside to this solution: the visitor gap.

What to do against the visitor gap?

Couples who do not want to compromise on their individual sleep comfort due to two mattresses do not have to settle for the visitor gap. This problem can be solved relatively easily and comfortably. Anyone who suspects that one has to pay a horrendous price to eliminate the gap is also mistaken. A so-called Liebesbrücke is indeed available at a price in the single digits.

What is a Liebesbrücke?

The name Liebesbrücke describes the product excellently. The Liebesbrücke connects lovers with each other by literally forming a bridge over the gap between the two mattresses. This makes cuddling together in bed without obstacles possible. A Liebesbrücke is a wedge made of foam that is wedged into the gap between the two mattresses, thus closing the gap.

Other names for the love bridge are:

  • gap filler
  • double bed bridge
  • mattress wedge

What distinguishes a good love bridge?

Love bridges are available in different price categories. Affordable love bridges can be found in the single-digit price segment. However, it should be expected that the foam used has a lower quality and wears out quite quickly. High-quality love bridges are also available in the double-digit price range. Although the basic principle is the same for all love bridges, the items differ slightly in their processing. Love bridges typically have a length of 200 cm, as most mattresses are also 200 cm long. Special sizes over 200 cm are also available. A love bridge looks like a wedge with a flat bridge on top, hence the term mattress wedge. This wedge can vary in length. The upper bridge can also vary in width among different love bridge categories. A long wedge that tapers to a point at the end and a wide bridge ensure optimal closure of the gap without slipping. The height of the bridge, as the part that rests on the mattress, should not be too high, as this would create an uncomfortable hill. The foam of the double bed bridge should be of good, pollutant-free quality. The following features serve as guidelines when purchasing a love bridge:

  • Width of the bridge at least 10 cm on each side
  • Height of the bridge (above the mattress surface) max. 2 cm
  • as long a wedge as possible (depending on the height of the mattress)
  • Foam tested for harmful substances

The correct use of the love bridge

If you have decided to purchase a love bridge, its use is relatively simple. First, the slatted frames, or the slatted frame, are placed into the bed frame, and then the mattresses are placed on top. If you want to protect your mattress from premature wear, you can place a mattress protector between the slatted frame and the mattress. The love bridge is then clamped between the two mattresses. The gap between the mattresses is closed by the foam wedge, leaving only a slight bulge where the gap was before. However, this bulge usually only has an optical effect and is hardly felt when lying on the mattress. To further reduce this effect, it is helpful to additionally place a mattress topper the size of the entire sleeping area over the two mattresses, so for two 80 x 200 mattresses, a 160 x 200 mattress topper, for two 90 x 200 mattresses, a 180 x 200 mattress topper, and for two 100 x 200 mattresses, a 200 x 200 mattress topper.

New sleeping experience thanks to love bridge

Lattenroste, Matratzen, Ritzenfüller, Matratzenauflage - Das Bett ist nun nahezu komplett. Es fehlt nun noch das passende Bettlaken als Bezug. Bei der Verwendung einer Liebesbrücke ist zu beachten, dass nun nur noch ein große Bettlaken-Bezug in der Größe vom Doppelbett passt. Wenn vorher zwei Bettlaken, also eines für jede einzelne Matratze verwendet wurde, sind diese Bettlaken nun nicht verwendbar. Ein großes Spann-Bettlaken als Bezug, in der Breite vom Doppelbett ist einfach zu beziehen und lässt die Besucherritze unter Doppelbettbrücke und Matratzenauflage komplett verschwinden. Mit den passenden Bettwaren, kuscheliger Bettwäsche und stilvollen Heimtextilien wird das Schlafzimmer zur Entspannungsoase.

Alternative to the love bridge - The topper

Those who want to enjoy special comfort in the beds can buy a mattress topper instead of or in addition to a double bed bridge to bridge the gap between two mattresses. A topper is a mattress pad made of foam. Unlike a mattress protector, a topper usually has a height of 4 to 10 cm. The topper can be chosen in the width of the double bed and is placed over both individual mattresses. This way, a topper also completely eliminates the visitor gap. In addition to the bridge for the visitor gap, a topper can significantly increase comfort in bed. A degree of firmness that is too firm can be made soft and pleasant.

Mattresses and bedding in the Mister Sandman shop

Whether it's children's mattresses for the kids' beds, mattresses for the double bed, toppers for box spring beds, cuddly pillows, or cozy duvets, you will find all the items for restful sleep in your home beds and a cozy bedroom at the Mister Sandman shop. The shipping of items at Mister Sandman is straightforward and offers you the following advantages:

  • manageable selection of premium mattresses, duvets, and pillows
  • all mattresses available in 8 sizes
  • Online-mattress finder as a free guide and help in finding mattresses + pillow-guide
  • convenient shipping and delivery of all items directly to your home
  • free shipping and return shipping to delivery addresses in Germany
  • 30 days trial sleeping for an extensive test of the items
  • convincing item-quality that you can trust, 100% made in Germany

Mattresses and bedding in the Mister Sandman shop

The Mister Sandman range includes the following items:

Our premium mattress categories:

  • Anea Kaltschaum mattress with 7-zone cube cut
  • Serena gel mattress made of gel foam
  • Liara latex visco mattress made of latex and visco foam

Our premium duvet categories:

  • Anea polyester blanket
  • Serena down blanket
  • Liara virgin wool blanket

Our premium pillow categories:

  • Anea cold foam pillow
  • Anea visco pillow
  • Serena gel pillow
  • Liara gel visco pillow

Our premium toppers:

  • Visco topper

Mattress sizes in the Mister Sandman shop

All mattresses from the Mister Sandman shop have a standard length of 200 cm. The height of the mattresses varies by model. The Anea cold foam mattress has a height of 16cm, the height of the Serena gel mattress is 20cm, and the height of the Liara latex visco mattress is 24cm. Each mattress model is available in 8 different sizes with varying widths. The following sizes are available for selection:

  • 80 x 200
  • 90 x 200
  • 100 x 200
  • 120 x 200
  • 140 x 200
  • 160 x 200
  • 180x200
  • 200 x 200