PUTNAMS - Newton Abbot, Devon
The Heritage: A family-managed business operating for over 40 years, Putnams remains a specialist in orthopaedic manufacturing. Every pillow and support is hand-cut and finished at their facility in Devon, resisting the industry shift toward automated, overseas foam moulding.
The Verdict: A rare domestic champion of both spinal health and ecological materials. Unlike standard polyester or memory foam pillows that flatten and require landfilling every few years, Putnams utilises high-grade solid foam cores and natural materials like organic buckwheat hulls that are entirely biodegradable at end-of-life. Their Organic range uses unbleached, undyed cotton covers, while their graphite-infused latex options provide a naturally cooling, non-synthetic alternative to chemical-heavy foams. The durability is backed by a 2-year guarantee, though the solid-core construction is engineered to maintain its structural integrity for far longer than loose-fill competitors.
Core Products: Orthopaedic pillows, back supports, organic buckwheat cushions and height-adjustable British wool pillows.
