From sleepless to seamless: how Linda transformed her motorhome with better bedding

Meet Linda! Since retiring, she and her partner Gerard have embraced van life with their trusty Benimar Mileo, setting off to explore the wonders of Europe one winding road at a time. But there was one thing standing between Linda and her dream getaway: a truly terrible mattress. 

Like many motorhome owners quickly discover, the standard issue mattresses just don’t cut it - especially if you live with back pain like Linda. “Oh God,” she told us, recalling the first nights away, “we could hardly walk when we got up.” 

Determined not to let discomfort derail their freedom, Linda and Gerard began searching for a solution that would give them proper rest and relieve her back pain. 

From panic to peace of mind 

Linda suffers from chronic back pain, and while she was excited to explore Europe, she was genuinely worried about how her body would cope. “We didn’t sleep. We couldn’t enjoy the days, which just ruins the whole experience,” she said. “Because I was having such pain with my back, I didn’t sleep and if I don’t get sleep, I am a monster.” 

Mattress toppers were the first thing they tried. But unfortunately, they weren’t the miracle fix she hoped for. Linda found out what many discover the hard way: a topper is only as supportive as the mattress underneath it. 

Finding the right fit 

After speaking to the team at Jonic, Linda was introduced to a proper replacement mattress designed specifically for motorhomes - not just any mattress, but one that ticked all the boxes for back support, temperature regulation, and premium comfort. 

Linda opted for the Signature 2000 Natural Mattress. "As soon as we tried ours, I loved it. It felt like heaven." 

The firm support of pocket springs was essential for Linda’s back, and the natural fillings were a surprising bonus: breathable and ideal for keeping cool in warmer climates. As Linda pointed out, "I didn’t know you could get something so good for a motorhome." 

Bedding that actually fits 

Of course, the mattress is only half the story. Linda had battled with ill-fitting, oversized sheets and awkward duvets that were too hot, too slippery, and often ended up on the floor. 

Her words? “An absolute nightmare.” 

That all changed with the Luxury Bedding Bundle. Designed to fit motorhome mattresses properly, with all-white cotton sheets and a perfectly sized duvet, Linda finally had bedding that stayed put and felt amazing. 

“Oh my god – the first night away, I got into bed and snuggled down and said ‘Oooo this is heaven’. The sheets were beautiful. I was stroking the sheets thinking ‘oh god this is amazing.’” 

Her only regret? Not covering the sheets before Peggy the dog jumped up on night two. 

Life-changing sleep

The result? Linda barely thought about her back the entire trip. “It never occurred to me,” she said. “I didn’t even need the painkillers.” 

What used to be a deal-breaking issue was suddenly a non-issue. Better still, she now looked forward to bedtime while on the road. 

Advice for fellow travellers 

Linda’s advice to anyone in a similar boat: "No need to consider it – just do it. You’d never regret it." 

She also reminds us of something important: you put so much effort into making your home comfortable, so why not do the same for your motorhome? "You expect to sleep the same way in a motorhome, but you haven’t put the same effort into it. Then you learn the hard way!" 

Comfort that travels with you 

With her upgraded sleep setup, Linda can now enjoy every part of her adventure - no more tossing and turning, no more aching mornings. 

If you're planning your next getaway and dreaming of restful nights under the stars, don’t settle for thin foam and frustrating sheets. 

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