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
I'm a mattress writer — here's my 3-step guide to buying the best split king bed in the 4th of July sales
By Frances Daniels published
Three things all bed-sharing couples should look for when shopping for a split king mattress on the 4th of July sales, according to a sleep writer.
How do you sleep with a sunburn? We ask an expert
By Frances Daniels published
As the days get hotter, we ask expert Dr Hana Patel to explain how to sleep with a sunburn — and it starts with extra pillows
Saatva launches its luxuriously thick Contour5 Mattress with next-generation cooling technology — and it's already 15% off
By Frances Daniels published
Get up to $539 off the Contour5 Mattress, an upgrade from Saatva's Loom & Leaf that offers more cooling tech and pressure relief
How to choose a mattress for your sleep position
By Frances Daniels published
Shopping for a mattress that best suits your sleeping position? Here's our advice on how to choose...
Why do bed bugs come out at night? Plus how to get them out of your mattress
By Frances Daniels published
We explore why bed bugs seem to prefer to come out at night and the easy tricks you can use to get them out of your mattress
My top 3 queen mattresses are on sale for under $1,000 this weekend — save up to $750
By Frances Daniels published
Buy a queen mattress for up to 50% off with these sales from Awara, DreamCloud, and Cocoon by Sealy — starting from $665
Here are 3 mattress toppers I'd buy to soften a firm bed — get up to 25% off in the weekend sales
By Frances Daniels published
Add extra softness to a firm bed for as low as $53 with these three plush mattress toppers — all on sale this weekend for up to 25% off
5 signs you and your partner need a split king mattress — plus our top 3 recommendations
By Frances Daniels published
Some couples need a bed that can suit both their sleep needs. Here's why you should switch to a split king mattress...
WinkBed mattress review 2024
By Jennifer Nelson last updated
Handcrafted, customizable support for people with back pain — sound familiar? We review the WinkBed to see if it really is a worthy rival to the Saatva Classic.
Are mattresses in a box worth it or a waste of money? I’m a sleep writer —here’s my take
By Frances Daniels published
Mattresses in a box are often cheaper and delivered quicker than traditional beds, but are they worth it? We take a closer
Hybrid mattress vs hybrid bed topper: which is best for you?
By Frances Daniels published
A hybrid mattress and hybrid bed topper can both offer a balance between comfort and support, but which is best for you?
Saatva knocks 15% off their best mattress — but should you wait for the 4th of July sales?
By Frances Daniels published
The Saatva Classic Mattress is now up to $448 off— but should you buy now or wait for the 4th of July sales?
How to get up earlier — 5 tips to fix your sleep schedule fast
By Frances Daniels published
Want to know how to get up earlier and not feel tired? These top tips will get your sleep schedule on track in just six days.
Cheap mattresses aren’t just for people on a tight budget — why I’d buy one
By Frances Daniels published
From generous extras to accommodating guests, here's why should buy a cheap mattress besides the affordable price tag.
Should you buy a mattress topper or a new mattress? Here's how to choose
By Frances Daniels published
Could you save money by improving your existing bed with a new mattress topper or do you need a new mattress? Here’s how to tell…
I'm a sleep writer — the 5 best queen firm mattress deals I'd shop this weekend
By Frances Daniels published
Save up to 50% on some of this year's best firm queen mattresses in the weekend sales, with prices from just $298.
5 things you need to know before buying a cheap mattress for $400 or less
By Frances Daniels published
Everything you need to know before buying a bed under $400, plus how to buy a cheap mattress that doesn't skimp on quality
What is a murphy bed and do you need one?
By Frances Daniels published
Murphy beds are perfect for guest rooms and smaller spaces. But are these space-saving pull-down beds right for your sleep?
Memory foam mattress vs memory foam bed topper: Which should you buy?
By Frances Daniels published
A memory foam mattress and bed topper can both offer comfort and pressure relief, but which one is best for your sleep?
What are gel-foam mattresses and should you buy one if you sweat during sleep?
By Frances Daniels published
Gel-foam mattresses are different to pure memory foam mattresses — here’s what you should know and whether you should buy one.
What is edge support and why is it important when it comes to buying a new mattress?
By Frances Daniels published
Good edge support is found in beds with high-quality designs, but what is it and why is it important when buying a mattress?
Sleep expert reveals 3 types of people should drink coffee before bed — here's who
By Frances Daniels published
Fit into one of these three categories? Sleep expert Max Kirsten says drinking coffee before bed could help you drift off
Memorial Day mattress deals under $200 — my top 3 choices in today’s extended sales
By Frances Daniels published
Looking for a twin bed under $200? These mattresses start from $160 in today's extended Memorial Day sales
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