Wool mattress

In pure French sheep’s wool, handmade using traditional technology in our Paris workshop since 1880. Made to measure to meet different comfort needs.

from €940 incl. VATSee prices

Our wool mattresses

Three tickings to choose from, woven by OEKO-TEX certified weavers. Firmness and support are gauged according to your preferences, your sleeper profile and the type of bed base.

Manufacturing prices

Mattress sizePrice of a new wool mattress
single mattress | 90 cm × 190 cmfrom 940 euros incl. VAT
single mattress | 120 cm × 190 cmfrom 1180 euros incl. VAT
double mattress | 140 cm × 190 cmfrom 1340 euros incl. VAT
double mattress | 160 cm × 200 cmfrom 1640 euros incl. VAT
King Size mattress | 180 cm × 200 cmfrom 2020 euros incl. VAT
Prices including VAT, per unit and ex-workshop, for a pure wool mattress of standard firmness and finishes, paired with a box spring. Delivery and removal of your old bedding not included.

These are guide prices: as each mattress is made to measure, the final price is set at the estimate, according to firmness/support, finish, how complex the making is and the type of bed base.

How our wool mattress is handmade in France

Discover the French, handmade and made-to-measure manufacture of the pure wool upholstered mattress. Following centuries-old know-how, our craft mattress makers make it by hand, to suit each person’s comfort needs.

Wool mattress specifications

Filling
Pure French virgin sheep’s wool, in a quantity gauged to your comfort needs
Thickness
About twenty centimeters on delivery. After running in, about 16 to 18 cm overall, including the crown, and 14 to 16 cm at the side wall, measured border to border
Finishes
Classic, with the visible roll edge running all around the mattress; English style, known as bordé-piqué, with the roll edge hidden under a braided fabric band, for a flat border with crisp edges; imperial
Firmness and support
Set during making (amount of wool, density and tightness of the tufts) according to your preferences, your sleeper profile and the type of bed base
Synthetic materials
None, except the polyester tufting thread (under 1% of the weight)

Materials

You know what goes into your mattress.

Your mattress is handmade from natural, durable, high-quality materials, with no compromise on comfort.

No synthetic substance whatsoever.

French virgin sheep’s wool

The wool we use is selected for its loft, its spring and its ability to provide a comfortable sleeping surface.

The extraordinary properties of wool are not altered by the successive processing stages that come before the making.

Our wool is not imported. Wool — good wool — is a resource we can obtain in our own country. Let us make the most of it!

Discover our woolFrequently asked questions about wool
Mattress ticking with no finishing treatment

Comfortable and durable

Bisonne (20% French linen, 80% cotton) or striped (100% cotton), woven in the Vosges; damask (100% cotton), woven in Lombardy. OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified weavers, no treatment after weaving.

Discover our tickingsFrequently asked questions about bed fabrics

Keeping control of our sourcing makes for more transparency, which is what builds trust.

As you will have gathered, beyond sourcing that respects the sleeper’s well-being, it means bringing in considerations of the common good from the moment your mattress composition is chosen: ecological, natural and recyclable materials and a short, direct value chain.

Artisanal manufacture

Mattress handmade the traditional way

We make sheep’s wool mattresses in a genuinely manual way, following processes and techniques refined by accumulated experience.

Easy to handle, with 4 handles

Four handles make looking after it easier, such as turning the mattress.

Making of the sheep’s wool mattress @lebriand1880

From the stitched border (English stitch) to the classic finish by way of the imperial stitch, we master every finish of the traditional wool mattress. A mattress maker should be able to master the full range of this old know-how in order to answer your need as well as possible.

Little (or no) embellishment

Each step in making the traditional wool mattress serves only to build a tufted mattress: no waste of time or energy, and you can see it in our prices.

Find every step of the handmade making of an upholstered mattress — pure wool, handmade and made to measure — on our educational platform.

Made in France

You know the men and women who make your mattress.

Knowing how to manufacture on our own soil is our compass: a direct link with the maker, control of our means of production, economic vitality, respect for our traditions.

The mattress is made entirely in France, in our workshops in the heart of Paris, in the city’s historic furniture district.

The doors of our workshops are open: come and see.

With a ticking woven in the Vosges, the wool, the weaving and the making are all French. What a source of pride!

Everything about our French manufacturing

Tailor-made manufacture

Creating unique objects.

A tailor-made mattress combining comfort and style.

Made to measure and one at a time, it is customized to your comfort preferences, your build and your taste.

Navigate with guidance

Nothing gets started until we are convinced that the mattress solution is right for you.

Made-to-measure is also useful for antique beds, such as a sleigh bed or a wrought-iron bed, whose dimensions are not standard.

What makes it a made-to-measure mattress

Without neglecting comfort, we aim to meet the most diverse requirements:

  • mattress size
  • mattress firmness
  • mattress support
  • mattress feel
  • style and type of fabric envelope
  • product decor
  • mattress shape
  • the finish: with or without visible edge rolls
  • etc.

To see more of what is possible, discover our wool mattress creations always designed with well-being in mind.

Find out more about made-to-measure manufacturing

Manufacturing lead time

Indicative lead times
4 to 8 weeks

As we talk things through, we’ll be able to estimate the lead time; if you have time constraints, let us know.

What makes lead times vary

The lead time varies mainly according to:

  • the confirmed orders
  • the workshop activity
  • the complexity of the piece to be produced
  • the final destination of the mattress

On our quotes, lead times are indicative: we do everything we can to meet them and let you know of any delay.

Lead times in the world of bedding

A mattress has manufacturing rules that cannot be rushed.

We waited a few years before changing our mattress, so we can wait a few weeks for a cozy sleep.

Customer reviews of the Le Briand wool mattress

Verified customer reviews of the handmade Le Briand wool mattress, which more than 200,000 sleepers have tried and adopted before you. ★ Average rating: 4.96/5 from 50 reviews.

Knowing the strengths of a Le Briand wool mattress is helpful; it is even better when the people who sleep on one confirm them.

We publish every review, and all of them come from verified customers. Reviews translated from French.

An Artisan Company with a Capital A

16 juin 2025

We had a box spring and mattress refurbished. What a pleasure; everything was easy!

The turnaround time and the explanations provided beforehand were exactly as promised.

The result is flawless. The team was always available and kind as well.

An Artisan Company with a Capital A.

We thank Théo and his team for their expertise and dedication.

Evelyne

Your motto could be “Quality and Complete Customer Satisfaction.”

24 mai 2025

Bravo, and many thanks.

You are open to discussion, and our conversations were constructive and helped us find solutions, even for a grumpy old 81-year-old (LOL) who is demanding and difficult, but open-minded and willing to compromise.

Your motto could be “Quality and Complete Customer Satisfaction.”

You meet your deadlines and bend over backward to make us happy.

My lower back thanks you.

BRAVO again, and a huge THANK YOU.

I highly recommend Les Ateliers Le Briand.

Philippe

My body cannot thank you enough!!!!

2 septembre 2024

A wonderful experience, both personally and professionally!!!!!

Exceptional traditional craftsmanship.

Thank you for your responsiveness, kindness, craftsmanship and passion for mattress making. My body cannot thank you enough!!!!

Laure

The wool mattress has a gentle surface feel, is comfortable and promotes genuinely restful sleep.

18 juin 2024

Since buying our mattress and box spring set, we would like to say how pleased we are. The quality, comfort and sleep are incomparably better than with conventional bedding. The wool mattress has a gentle surface feel, is comfortable and promotes genuinely restful sleep. We highly recommend it!!!

Nadine

Professional and friendly service

2 mai 2024

The mattress is fantastic, and the service was highly professional and friendly.

Pascal

It is a way of living and sleeping

8 mars 2024

What a marvel a wool bed is; it is a way of living and sleeping.

Marielle

Efficient, fast and reliable.

7 mars 2024

Efficient, fast and reliable. The website is very well designed.

Jacques

A comfortable mattress that is kind to my back

6 mars 2024

I wanted a comfortable mattress that was kind to my back, eco-friendly and extremely durable!! It will outlive me, and probably my children too; my grandchildren will be able to have it restored!!!

Annick

I sleep better!

23 février 2024

They were extremely courteous and answered my questions quickly. They choose the best solutions for the customer. They collected and returned the box spring as promised, without any inconvenience.

The finished product, a traditional box spring with decorative upholstery, is perfect! I sleep better!

Brigitte

Delighted with the refurbishment of my old mattresses

2 janvier 2024

I am delighted with the refurbishment of my old mattresses. They have a new lease on life and give us new comfort. The team is responsive, friendly and professional. I recommend them.

Christine

I would work with them again

5 septembre 2023

Hello, I hired Les Ateliers Le Briand to refurbish a wool mattress and redo the entire Louis XV bedroom: the headboard and footboard fabric, a dressing-table stool and the bedspread. They were outstanding throughout, and the result was breathtaking. I thank them again and would gladly work with them on other projects.👏👏👏👏

Jean-Jacques

Wake up feeling refreshed

5 septembre 2023

Excellent. There is nothing better for sleeping comfortably and waking up feeling refreshed.

Stéphane

What a pleasure it is to sleep well!

2 août 2023

High-quality bedding, made in France. What a pleasure it is to sleep well!

Valérie

Perfect work

13 juillet 2023

Perfect work.

André

Highly recommended!

13 juillet 2023

I am delighted with the refurbishment of my wool mattress.

Careful, high-quality work completed on time, and the store is easy to reach by car.

A reasonable price and a very comfortable mattress after following the break-in advice.

Highly recommended!

Alain

A very satisfying result

11 mai 2023

The manufacturer listened carefully to my very specific requests and delivered a very satisfying result: twin mattresses that have been incredibly comfortable and cozy for several years!

In a few years, I will have Le Briand refurbish them in exactly the same way.

Brigitte

Quality work

9 mai 2023

Quality work, with welcoming and very friendly staff.

Catherine

I sleep like a baby again

6 mars 2023

At over 70, I sleep like a baby again. Many thanks for a job that was a complete success.

Nicole

Very high-quality bedding

6 mars 2023

Very high-quality bedding and a skilled, attentive team.

Benoit

Going to bed is a joy every night

2 mars 2023

The team was highly professional and listened carefully to our needs and preferences. The result is a high-quality mattress with unrivaled comfort, both enveloping and firm. Going to bed is a joy every night.

Christine

Quality work!!!

23 février 2023

I am very satisfied with the wool mattress and box spring you made for me!

I recommend Les Ateliers Le Briand for their expertise, reliability and choice of natural products.

Quality work!!!

Bravo to the entire team!!!

Dany

Excellent service

14 février 2023

Excellent service. My mattress was refurbished quickly, within a single day. I recommend them without reservation.

Marie-Laure

A cozy cocoon I do not want to leave in the morning

13 février 2023

The quality of the mattress I ordered and Bruno’s craftsmanship are second to none.

Every evening I climb into a bed that has become a cozy cocoon I do not want to leave in the morning. Bravo and thank you to this workshop for keeping the tradition of the wool mattress alive!

And thank you for arranging the delivery. Everything was perfect!

Lisa

Traditional French craftsmanship at its finest

10 février 2023

French craftsmanship and expertise of a kind rarely seen today.

Gabriel

A job well done

10 février 2023

Very good service and a job well done. I have known this company for as long as I can remember, and it has always stayed true to tradition.

Françoise

A very pleasant and healthy place to sleep

30 janvier 2023

The bed is comfortable and natural, and sleeping on it is very pleasant and healthy.

Danielle

A beautiful, comfortable bed

29 janvier 2023

We ordered a mattress, and it was made quickly and well.

We immediately ordered a box spring. Your company accommodated our specific requests with kindness and flexibility.

A beautiful, comfortable bed made to our measurements. Thank you.

Emmanuele

Always attentive

29 janvier 2023

They always listen carefully and answer our questions quickly.

Colette

Work very well done

28 janvier 2023

In just a few hours, my old mattress was given a new lease on life. The same goes for the box spring. Work very well done. A truly valuable find.

Édith

Perfect!!

27 janvier 2023

We visited their workshop and saw how the mattresses are made, the materials used and the quality of the finish. The delivery and the instructions for turning the mattress during the first few months were perfect!!

Lionel

Exceptional quality

21 décembre 2022

Exceptional quality.

Pascal

Flawless product quality

20 décembre 2022

Flawless product quality.

Jane

Their advice was invaluable, and the result was very satisfying.

12 décembre 2022

We bought a wool mattress from professional, passionate craftspeople.

Their advice was invaluable, and the result was very satisfying.

We appreciate the quality of both the product and the follow-up service.

Thank you.

Azilys et Stéphane

A mattress generously filled with wool

5 décembre 2022

First, there was our visit to the workshop, with its charming old-fashioned atmosphere…

The wool, fabrics and tools, and two craftspeople working on a mattress generously filled with wool…

Christiane

Mattress quality

5 décembre 2022

The quality of the mattress and the appeal of this eco-friendly approach.

What is more, my mattress can be recycled in about ten years.

Jean-Barthélémi

A bed I consider highly eco-friendly

17 novembre 2022

At a time when everyone is talking about ecology, I am amazed to see so many “modern” mattresses discarded on the sidewalk…

I would never dream of doing that; I am used to sleeping in a bed I consider highly eco-friendly…

A box spring made of wood, springs and cotton canvas; a wool mattress. What could be more natural? The wool is wrapped in cotton fabric.

This kind of bed is not left on the sidewalk. When it begins to show its age, skilled people can restore it for a new and long life. This makeover is as eco-friendly as it gets…

Thank you for making it possible for us to sleep in a natural bed that can be reused indefinitely… In a recession, it is both an economical and eco-friendly solution.

Isabelle

A warm welcome, excellent service and outstanding craftsmanship

26 octobre 2022

A warm welcome, excellent service and outstanding craftsmanship. A wool mattress is comfortable, healthy and recyclable throughout its life! I recommend it.

Isabelle

Quality work

11 octobre 2022

A warm welcome, excellent communication, a prompt quote, deadlines met and quality work!

Joël

I can only recommend buying one of these wool mattresses

3 octobre 2022

I wholeheartedly recommend these wool mattresses. They are eco-friendly and comfortable in both summer and winter.

It is a real pleasure to climb into bed at night and wake up without back pain in the morning.

The team listens to each customer’s needs and meets its deadlines.

My mattress was delivered by bicycle: eco-friendly from start to finish!

Marie

A very good experience

2 octobre 2022

A very good experience; everything went smoothly.

The mattress we received is beautifully made. Every commitment was honored, and every appointment took place on time.

Isabelle

Our mattresses are extremely comfortable

1 octobre 2022

The work from Les Ateliers Le Briand is perfect.

Our mattresses are extremely comfortable and have handles that make them easier to turn.

The comfort of wool is unmatched in both summer and winter.

Sylvie

What a wonderful night’s sleep

1 octobre 2022

On the mattress made

At the Le Briand workshop

What wonderful nights I spend

The alarm clock may ring

I just keep on dreaming

Wrapped in softness without end

Do not bother counting sheep

You will quickly fall asleep

The wool is carded perfectly!

Passionate craftspeople

Efficient and cheerful

At the Le Briand workshop!!

Monique

Everything was perfect

1 octobre 2022

Everything was perfect, both the timing and the work.

Sonia

An attentive and efficient team

30 septembre 2022

I appreciated being able to meet passionate craftspeople who were always available in person. My custom mattress project went smoothly from start to finish.

An attentive and efficient team.

A more than reasonable design and production time.

The pleasure of buying a high-quality product made in France!

Thank you for everything.

Laurence

Professionalism, kindness and trust

30 septembre 2022

Professionalism, kindness and trust.

Emmanuele

Helpful advice when making choices

17 août 2022

Helpful advice on what to choose. Professional service. A beautifully made mattress and box spring.

Yves

A superb result and absolute comfort

11 août 2022

High-quality craftsmanship; a superb result and absolute comfort; reasonable deadlines that were met.

Philippe

We are truly delighted with the comfort

28 juillet 2022

After several months of using our mattress, we are truly delighted with its comfort and quality. Thank you very much!

Sonia

The promise of unrivaled comfort

25 juillet 2022

Bravo again, and thank you for your work!

A densely packed wool mattress paired with a box spring is the promise of unrivaled comfort and ideal sleep!

Sophie

I was very satisfied

22 juillet 2022

The box spring I ordered meets my expectations perfectly.

I was very satisfied with the quality of the box spring, the delivery and my conversations with the craftspeople.

Thank you for the beautiful headboard made at the same time.

I will soon need to have another box spring refurbished, and I fully intend to entrust it to Ets Le Briand.

Note: the kindness and warmth shown during our phone calls are an added bonus!

Alice

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Frequently asked questions about the wool mattress

Often little-known, our upholstered mattresses raise many questions. Our straight answers about the sheep’s wool mattress.

What is the price of a wool mattress?

From 940 euros incl. VAT for 90 × 190 cm and 1,340 euros for 140 × 190 cm, for a standard make, ex-workshop. Made to measure, each mattress has its own price.

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How long does it take to make a wool mattress?

Allow 4 to 8 weeks of making, plus delivery. Our techniques have incompressible times: in bedding, going ever faster does not produce quality.

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Can we choose the firmness of the wool mattress?

Yes. The surface feel stays soft; the firmness is adjusted to your preferences, your sleeping habits, your sleeper profile and the type of bed base. We work on the quantity of wool, the density of the tufts and how tightly they are pulled.

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Can we try the wool mattress at the workshop in Paris?

Yes, Monday to Friday from 8am to 12pm and 1pm to 6pm, and on Saturdays from 10am to 4pm. It is a workshop, not a showroom: call before you come, on (+33) 1 43 72 08 87, to find out which bed is ready to try.

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When should a wool mattress be refurbished?

We recommend refurbishing a wool mattress every 8 to 12 years, depending on use, the sleeper's build, the firmness and the care given. In practice, many of our customers wait at least 15 years.

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So many reasons to sleep on a sheep’s wool mattress

It brings restful sleep by adapting to your needs. It is the synergy of the dimensions below that makes our mattress stand apart.

8 easy questions to get straight to the point.

Guiding you toward the essential information we need to help you estimate your project.

Get an estimate for the manufacture of your mattress

What sets us apart

Discover the ideal companions for ever better sleep

Sleep is good for your health! Sleeping on good bedding means preserving it!

Stop neglecting the quality of your sleep, so essential to a balanced life.

Beyond the product, what matters is taking the time to guide you before manufacturing begins, so that we design a piece suited to what works for you.

If you would like to move toward a traditional pure wool mattress, we invite you to:

…and we will be delighted to point you in the right direction in your quest to sleep ever more comfortably.

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