Forté Mattress Covers & Lightweight Options
Choosing the Right Mattress: Forté Covers and Lightweight Options
A mattress should suit the person using it, from the support underneath to the cover on top. For lighter users, that means looking closely at comfort, positioning and everyday care needs.
At Independent Mobility & Rehab (IMR), we can help you explore Forté Healthcare’s mattress and cover options so you can make a more informed choice for yourself, a family member or someone in your care.
Why the mattress cover matters
The cover is part of the mattress system. Forté’s range includes different materials and constructions for pressure care, homecare and specialist environments. The right choice depends on how and where the mattress will be used.
Forté groups its nine cover options into two areas:
| Cover Group | Options |
| Pressure Care | Advantiflex Classic; Premiflex Classic; Premiflex Ultra; Luxury Quilted Homecare; Premiflex Ultra Plus |
| Mental health and specialist | PVC 1120; PVC Ultra (Surecheck); PVC8; Soft Touch |
When discussing a cover, consider comfort, cleaning requirements, the care environment and compatibility with the mattress. Different covers have different specifications, so it’s worth checking the individual option rather than assuming they all perform the same way.
Three mattress options for lighter users
Forté’s lightweight range brings together alternating air and foam options. Each takes a different approach to support, giving you more to consider than simply choosing a mattress by size.
Zephair Lite
Alternating air
22 low-deformation alternating air cells for active pressure redistribution, an easy-to-use pump and stabilised edges to assist with bedside care and transfers.
Sovereign S3-Lite
Foam support
Airoform Gel and Response foam technologies with targeted anatomical support for lightweight users.
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Low-profile foam
A 15 cm mattress designed for lightweight users, with a stable surface for positioning and transfers.
A fit for the person and the bed
Forté advises that the range can be customised for different bed platforms and supplied with a selection of mattress covers. This can be useful when a standard configuration doesn’t meet someone’s requirements.
Our team can discuss the available configurations and help you check mattress dimensions, bed compatibility and cover choices before ordering.
Ask about a product trial
If you’re unsure which option to explore, start with a conversation. Forté offers free, multi-week product trials through its national dealer network. Ask IMR about availability and the arrangements for your situation.
Where pressure care is a concern, involve your treating clinician in the selection process so the mattress supports the person’s wider care plan.
Talk to IMR
Looking for a mattress that better suits your needs? Contact our friendly team to discuss Forté mattress covers and lightweight options.
Call (02) 4952 2264, email info@imr.net.au or visit us at 144 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow. You can also enquire online.