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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My kids and I camped out in our living room to find the best air beds for hosting overnight guests – these are my 6 top recommendations
To sleep extra guests or to take camping, these are the best air beds money can buy
By Zoë Phillimore
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Do you sleep with one arm under your pillow? Experts warn this can mean your pillow is wrong for you
Here's how to fix it
By Amy Lockwood
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H&M is my go-to store for luxe-look bedding on a budget – these are the pieces that look far more expensive than their price tag
This is where to shop designer-look bedding that won't break the bank
By Amy Lockwood
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Aldi has launched the ultimate £5 bedding solution for allergy sufferers - finally get a good night's sleep this summer
Goodbye sniffles and itchy throats, hello restful night's sleep...
By Kezia Reynolds
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Weighing up the pros and cons of a wool vs feather and down duvet? I asked bedding experts which is better
Is a wool or feather and down duvet better? Experts weigh in on the battle of the bedding
By Zoë Phillimore
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A gamechanger for couples who can't agree – a newly launched mattress allows you to adjust the firmness of each side from your smartphone
Wave goodbye to bedtime quarrels
By Amy Lockwood
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This expert-recommended £5 M&S buy will stop yellow stains on your pillows – shoppers are raving about the quality for the price
This bestselling M&S buy solves a common bedding issue, and it's only £5
By Amy Lockwood
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The best mattress protectors tried and tested – I've found the best waterproof, cooling, and budget options from M&S, Dunelm, and more
The best mattress protectors for keeping your mattress in top condition – we've tried and tested options from Marks & Spencer, Panda, Dunelm, and many more to bring you our top recommendations
By Amy Lockwood
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Best duvets – tried and tested for a good night's sleep
The best duvets as tried and tested by the Ideal Home team – our top recommendations for the best summer duvets, best all-season duvets, best down and best wool duvets
By Amy Lockwood
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How to get rid of yellow stains on pillows – once and for all
The experts reveal the best ways to give your stained pillows a refresh and how to prevent further stains in the future
By Amy Lockwood
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Best pillow for side sleepers – tried and tested for good sleep posture
I've tried and tested the best pillows for side sleepers from Levitex, Tempur, Panda, and a whole host more brands, to help you find the right pillow for your sleep style
By Amy Lockwood
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How to wash pillows to keep them in tip-top condition – the dos and don'ts according to cleaning experts
Give your pillows the refresh they deserve with our easy how to
By Amy Lockwood
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What to do with an old duvet — clever ways to reuse it at home or recycle it
All the eco-friendly ways to dispose or repurpose a duvet that's past its best
By Katie Sims
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Struggling to find a mattress that suits both you and your partner? Why a zip-and-link mattress is the solution that could save your relationship
A zip-and-link mattress could solve the problems couples face when sharing a bed. Sleep experts explain what one is, and what the benefits and disadvantages are
By Zoë Phillimore
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Do mattress toppers help with back pain? Medical professionals explain what you need to know
If a bad back is keeping you from a good night's sleep a mattress topper can help to an extent...
By Zoë Phillimore
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How often should you replace your pillows? Bedding experts reveal all, and the answer might surprise you
Your pillows might need changing more often than you think
By Amy Lockwood
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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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What should couples consider when buying a mattress?
Everything you and your partner need to know
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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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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Is mattress responsiveness affecting your sleep? Experts explain all you need to know
What is mattress responsiveness and why is it important? Sleep experts explain all
By Zoë Phillimore
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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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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