Frances Daniels
Frances Daniels is a PPA-accredited journalist and Sleep Staff Writer at Tom's Guide with an MA in Magazine Journalism from Cardiff University. Her role includes covering mattress and sleep news and writing sleep product reviews and buyer's guides, including our Best Hybrid Mattress 2024 guide. She is hugely interested in the relationship between good sleep and overall health, interviewing a wide array of mattress and sleep experts to create well-informed articles about important topics such as nutrition, sleep disorders (from sleep apnea to night terrors), lucid dreaming, sleep hygiene, and mattress care. She is also our specialist on mattress toppers — producing mattress topper reviews and taking care of our Best Mattress Toppers 2024 guide — and takes the lead on all content related to fiberglass-free mattresses for a clean, non-toxic sleep.
Latest articles by Frances Daniels
Lucid vs ViscoSoft: Which is the best foam mattress topper with cooling gel?
By Frances Daniels published
We compare the Lucid Gel Memory Foam and ViscoSoft Serene Hybrid mattress toppers in key areas such as price, cooling, and comfort.
I bought a microfiber bed topper to soften up a firm mattress and it was a huge mistake — here's why
By Frances Daniels published
I tried softening a firm mattress with microfiber bed topper and it was a let-down — I now know three key reasons why.
Why are mattresses so expensive and how much should you realistically spend?
By Frances Daniels published
We're here to explain why mattresses are so expensive, plus how much you should actually spend on one.
Doctor reveals his expert tips for how to sleep better during summer
By Frances Daniels published
A sleep expert shares his top three tips for sleeping cool this summer, plus his advice on how to sleep better any time of the year
The 5 best dorm bed mattress toppers on sale right now
By Frances Daniels published
Transform your dorm bed for up to 25% less with these 5 twin XL mattress topper sales from Casper, Viscosoft, Lucid and more
Casper's 20% off memory foam mattress topper sale is the best I've seen — here's why
By Frances Daniels published
Sleep on your side? You can now save 20% on the Casper Comfy Topper, with a queen now $239.20.
The makers of Beautyrest beds unveil new mattress brand — and it's perfect for tighter budgets
By Frances Daniels published
The makers of Beautyrest beds have now launched more affordable brand Beauty Sleep, with mattress prices starting from $399
How to keep a split king mattress together — pro tips and products
By Frances Daniels published
Split king beds are perfect for couples and Scandi Sleep Method fans, but there's a knack to keeping the two mattresses together — here's how to do it...
Latex vs Memory foam mattress topper: Which is best for your sleep style?
By Frances Daniels published
We explore the key differences between latex vs memory foam mattress toppers, including price, support, and temperature regulation
How to create the dorm bed of your dreams — the essential first-year college checklist
By Frances Daniels published
How to create the dorm bed of your dreams — everything a college student needs for quality sleep while studying.
What is an egg crate mattress topper?
By Frances Daniels published
I weigh up the pros and cons of egg crate mattress toppers to see if they're actually worth buying.
This is how long it takes for a new mattress to soften, plus what to do if it doesn't
By Frances Daniels published
Your brand new mattress too firm? Here's how long it takes to soften and how you can break it in quicker.
What is a bunkie board and does your mattress need one? Here's how to tell
By Frances Daniels published
Bunkie boards are a low-cost way to add support to your bed and prolong the life of your mattress, but are they necessary? Here's how to tell.
Memory foam vs hybrid: Which is the best mattress topper for your sleep style?
By Frances Daniels published
We explore the key differences between memory foam vs hybrid mattress toppers, including price, support, and cooling.
What is the best bed frame for a Saatva mattress?
By Frances Daniels published
Planning on buying a new Saatva mattress? Here's a guide to choosing the best bed frame for it.
Does green tea help you sleep? We ask a wellness expert
By Frances Daniels published
Green tea is loaded with benefits, but drinking a cup before bed isn't good for everyone's sleep. Dietician Lena Bakovic tells us why...
Should you use a bed topper on a pillow top mattress?
By Frances Daniels published
A topper can boost the comfort of your bed, but does that mean you can use it on your pillow top mattress?
Quick! Lucid are selling their budget cooling mattress topper for just $28 in 1-day flash sale
By Frances Daniels published
Save 30% on Lucid's budget cooling mattress topper in flash sale, with a queen size now down to just $39 for one day only
Should you buy a cheap mattress in Amazon's Prime Day deals or save up for a better bed? I'm a sleep writer — here's my take
By Frances Daniels published
I look at the benefits of buying a cheap mattress from Amazon this Prime Day, including deals, convenience, and sleep trials
Are Amazon Basics mattresses any good or a waste of money in Prime Day deals?
By Frances Daniels published
Thinking of buying a Amazon Basics mattress in Prime Day deals? Here's what you should know about these budget beds...
How to spot a good Prime Day cheap mattress deal
By Frances Daniels published
Plus, the three best budget mattress sales to shop now, with prices from $137.
3 Amazon Prime Day mattress topper deals I'd snap up to make a firmer bed feel softer and cooler
By Frances Daniels published
Save up to 58% ahead of Amazon Prime Day with these three mattress topper deals from Casper, Tempur-Pedic, and Sleep Innovations
Shopping Prime Day deals for a new mattress? I’m a sleep writer — what to look for and avoid
By Frances Daniels published
A guide to shopping for a mattress in the Amazon Prime Day sales, including what to look for and the deals to avoid
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