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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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 often should you wash your pillows? Cleaning experts reveal all, and it's probably more frequently than you might think
Get ready for a figure that will shock you out of slumber
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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Best cooling mattress toppers to combat overheating – tried and tested
The best cooling mattress toppers for a cooler and more breathable sleep – tried and tested options from Simba, Panda, Emma, Silentnight, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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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 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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The best mattresses – tested by our experts for a great night’s sleep
Top recommendations for all budgets and sleepers, from Simba, Emma, Tempur, Hypnos, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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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