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 to clean a mattress with baking soda – a step-by-step guide from cleaning experts
Is it just a waste of time?
By Amy Lockwood
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Can you recycle pillows? These are the best ways to dispose of an old pillow
There are a number of different ways to give your old pillows a second life...
By Ellis Cochrane
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I slept on this budget Dreams mattress for a month – at £349 for a double, I think it combines comfort and affordability
Our Dreams Workshop Follows Traditional Spring Mattress review puts this affordable mattress to the test to see if you can really get comfort at a low price (*spoiler alert* it seems that you can)
By Rachel Tompkins
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Emma vs Simba – which mattress brand is the best choice for you
We take a closer look at two of the most popular mattress brands, Emma and Simba
By Katie Sims
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Can a mattress topper save you money and revive an old mattress? We asked the experts
Deciding whether to buy a new mattress or opt for a mattress topper instead? Here's everything you need to know in the mattress topper vs new mattress debate
By Lauren Bradbury
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Is an expensive mattress topper really worth it? This is what you need to know before investing
It’s possible to fork out hundreds of pounds on a luxury mattress topper, but could your money be better spent?
By Amy Cutmore
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Emma Premium Pillow review – tried and tested
Our Emma Premium Pillow review tests out the brand's height-adjustable pillow to see whether it lives up to its name and can justify its hefty price tag
By Richard Jones
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Dunelm wants your old bedding – the new online takeback scheme means you can easily recycle your home textiles with free shipping
The homeware brand partners with The Salvation Army to launch an online takeback scheme for all of your unwanted home textiles
By Sara Hesikova
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The futon vs. mattress debate that has social media tossing and turning
Would you ditch a mattress for this traditional Japanese sleeping practice? Experts weigh in on the futon vs. mattress debate that has social media users losing sleep
By Jullia Joson
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Behind the scenes at a mattress maker – we take a tour of the Harrison Spinks farm in Yorkshire
Jo and Gary McPartland show us around their burgeoning business
By Heather Young
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Is the new bed rotting trend ruining your mattress?
Experts warn that the TikTok 'bed rotting' phenomenon presented as a means of self-care could actually damage your mattress
By Sara Hesikova
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The best mattress for side sleepers, plus more expert advice for sleeping comfortably
We asked various sleep experts what's the best mattress for side sleepers, which pillow to opt for, and how to sleep more comfortably on your side
By Lauren Bradbury
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Experts reveal the best time of year to buy a mattress, plus when to shop for other homeware savings
Start marking up your calendar now, experts reveal this is the best time to buy a mattress, new furniture, a home appliance, and even a new home!
By Rebecca Knight
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How often should you rotate your mattress? We ask sleep experts for their advice
Ensure you're getting the best night's sleep by avoiding this common mistake
By Jullia Joson
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Should you flip your mattress? Experts reveal whether rotating has replace flipping a mattress
Is a regular mattress flip still necessary? Sleep experts reveal if rotating has replaced flipping a mattress
By Sara Hesikova
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How long do memory foam mattresses last? Expert advice
Experts reveal how long a memory foam mattress should last and when you should consider replacement
By Jullia Joson
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REM-Fit Hybrid Pocket 1000 Mattress review – tried and tested
I put the REM-Fit Hybrid Pocket 1000 Mattress to the test to find out how well I slept on a budget mattress with a 20cm depth. Here's what I found.
By Jennifer Oksien
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How often should you change your mattress? Expert advice on when to replace your mattress
Has your mattress seen better days? This is how often should you change a mattress
By Millie Hurst
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Why is edge support important in a mattress? Three bed experts reveal all
It's a feature rarely considered by mattress shoppers, but good edge support can make a big difference to your sleep experience
By Amy Cutmore
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How to reuse an old mattress in the garden – 7 genius ways to repurpose yours responsibly
Not sure what to do with your old mattress? It might just prove an unexpected garden saviour...
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to recycle a mattress - who can help and how much it’ll cost you
Everything you need to know about recycling a mattress
By Lauren Bradbury
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Here's how to get rid of a mattress that's seen better days
Making room for a new mattress? Here's how to get rid of a mattress that's seen better days, whether you opt to recycle, sell or donate
By Katie Sims
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How to choose the right mattress size for you, your sleeping position, and your bedroom
Size does matter when you’re buying a new mattress
By Lauren Bradbury
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The most common mistakes when buying a mattress – and how to avoid them
Sleep easy by saving yourself from any costly – and frustrating – mattress buying mistakes
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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6 bedding plants that slugs hate – protect your garden with these expert recommendations
Experts reveal 6 bedding plants that slugs can't stand
By Sara Hesikova
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Sleep experts warn against falling for these 8 mattress protector buying mistakes that they see all the time
Avoid spending unnecessary money and damaging your mattress in the process
By Zoë Phillimore
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What is a memory foam mattress? The pros and cons of this marmite mattress style
Everything you need to know about a memory foam mattress before investing
By Zoë Phillimore