Mattresses and Bedding
Mattresses and Bedding advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Mattresses and Bedding
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How many pillows should you sleep with? Sleep experts weigh in
The pathway to getting the best sleep you could possibly have
By Amy Lockwood
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Are you using your electric blanket wrong? Experts explain this common mistake, and how to fix it
Should an electric blanket go under or over a mattress protector? Bedding experts explain this easy mistake and tell us which option is the right one
By Amy Lockwood
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Is Emma's Original Hybrid Pillow the most adaptable pillow on the market? I put it to the test to find out
My Emma Original Hybrid Pillow review puts the brand's 2-in-1 adjustable pillow to the test to see how it feels to sleep on
By Amy Lockwood
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What should couples consider when buying a mattress?
By Zoë Phillimore
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How to wash a mattress protector – yes, you really should be washing it every 2 months
Help your mattress protector protect your mattress
By Amy Lockwood
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Is a mattress protector *really* necessary? Bedding experts explain if investing in a protector is worth it, or not
Our bedding experts explain what a mattress protector is, and if you really need to add one to your bed. Spoiler alert: yes, you do
By Amy Lockwood
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How to choose a pillow – three sleep experts reveal the secret formula to finding the right pillow for you
I asked an osteopath, a sleep scientist, and two pillow manufacturers how to choose a pillow. This is their expert advice
By Amy Lockwood
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We've tested the best pillows for side sleepers, neck pain and much more
We've tried and tested the best pillows from all the leading brand names to curate our top recommendations for side sleepers, back sleepers, front sleepers, neck pain, and much much more
By Amy Lockwood
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I just tried Dunelm's bestselling mattress topper – it feels like snuggling into a giant teddy bear and it's now under £15
Our Dunelm Teddy Mattress Topper review puts the brand's super-soft fleecy bedding to the test
By Amy Lockwood
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I just discovered a heated duvet is a thing – I'm so impressed it's convinced me to rethink using an electric blanket
The newly launched Dreamland heated duvet is a game-changer for staying warm in bed on cold winter nights
By Amy Lockwood
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How we test mattresses at Ideal Home
Our in-house mattress review process puts bestselling and newly launched mattresses through their paces to find our tried-and-tested favourites – here's how...
By Amy Lockwood
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The one thing you need to know before buying an IKEA mattress – as someone who learned the hard way
Are IKEA mattresses standard UK size? I asked an IKEA sleep expert to clear up the question once and for all
By Amy Lockwood
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Are you overlooking this one key factor in your hunt for a good mattress? Sleep experts say it's the key to a good night's rest
Sleep experts explain why the breathability of your mattress is a vital ingredient in getting a good night's sleep
By Zoë Phillimore
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Aeyla Adjustable FOAMO Pillow review – ideal for side sleepers who prefer a firmer feel
My Aeyla FOAMO Pillow review puts this adjustable memory foam and microfibre pillow to the test
By Amy Lockwood
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The 7 best mattress toppers I've tested – offering comfort, cushioning, and breathability
After testing each one on my own bed, I think these are the best mattress toppers to invest in
By Amy Lockwood
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How to test a mattress in store – a sleep expert's top tips
How to test a mattress in-store – advice from a sleep expert
By Amy Lockwood
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What is mattress off-gassing? Sleep experts advise what to do about that 'new mattress' smell
What mattress off-gassing is, how long it lasts, and how to get rid of that new mattress smell quicker
By Zoë Phillimore
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Is a luxury memory foam pillow worth it? I tested Panda's £84.99 Hybrid Bamboo Pillow for a month and I'm now convinced it is
Our Panda Hybrid Bamboo Pillow review discovers that this luxurious memory foam pillow is well worth its premium price tag
By Amy Lockwood
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Panda Memory Foam Pillow review – I usually avoid memory foam, but Panda's bestselling pillow has just changed my mind
This Panda Memory Foam Bamboo Pillow review tests out the brand's bestseller and discovers why it's the perfect option for side sleepers
By Amy Lockwood
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I slept on Ikea's Nisseholm mattress topper for a week – this is why I think it's the best firm topper on the market
I put the Ikea Nisseholm mattress topper to the test for this review, and I'm impressed
By Amy Lockwood
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Best weighted blankets – after testing, these are my top picks to reduce stress and improve sleep
These are the best weighted blankets I've tested
By Helen McCue
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How to make mattress delivery stress-free – everything you need to know before you order
From delivery to your doorstep to your room of choice
By Amy Lockwood
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I'm investing in my sleep quality for 2025 — this is what I'll be picking up from The White Company sale with up to 50% off to help
These bedding deals aren't worth missing
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Where to donate bedding – 5 places that will accept your old bedding and help those in need this winter
Don't let your old bedding end up at a landfill
By Kezia Reynolds
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What is a mattress sleep trial and is one worth it? Advice from a sleep expert
Everything you need to know about a mattress sleep trial
By Amy Lockwood
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What are Oxford pillowcases? Where to buy this quiet luxury item for a hotel-worthy sleep
Bring hotel room luxury to your bedding
By Kezia Reynolds
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I’m a Sleep Editor, this is why brushed cotton bedding is top of my shopping list in the New Year's Day sales
And why it should be on your wishlist too
By Amy Lockwood