Latest articles by Alison Barretta
DreamCloud mattress sales for November 2024: $100 mattress orders for Black Friday
This month's best DreamCloud mattress sale is up to 50% off these hotel-stye beds-in-a-box, ahead of Black Friday sales.
Best Nectar mattress sales for November 2024: Get 50% off plus an extra $100 off mattresses
Nectar's best-selling memory foam and hybrid mattresses are heavily discounted ahead of Black Friday. Here's what to shop...
Coop Home Goods Original Pillow review 2024
The Coop Home Goods Original is a crowd-favorite pillow. We explore if it’s worth the praise.
Best Eight Sleep mattress sales and deals for November 2024: Up to $400 off smart beds this Black Friday
Learn about the latest Eight Sleep discount codes and deals, to help you pick up one of these cooling, adjusting, data-tracking beds for less.
What mattresses do hotels use? The Ritz, Hilton, Premier Inn and more
Find out why hotel mattresses and pillows are among the most comfortable you've ever slept on.
The best organic mattress 2024: Natural beds for a non-toxic sleep
The best organic mattresses and all-natural beds to buy online for a clean, hypoallergenic sleep, rated by our team of certified sleep experts.
The best mattresses on Amazon 2024: Our 7 top-rated picks
Find the best Amazon mattress for your budget and sleep needs, courtesy of our expertly-curated list.
Memory foam vs hybrid mattress: Which one should you buy?
If you’re looking for a new mattress, the choice usually comes down to memory foam or hybrid. For the undecided, our guide to memory foam vs hybrid mattresses will help you make sense of it all.
What is lumbar support in a mattress? And can it prevent back pain?
Plus, three ways to increase your lumbar support when sleeping
Hard vs soft mattress: Which is best for general aches and pains?
Just like taco shells, you'll need to consider whether you want your mattress to be hard or soft. Here's when you should go for a firmer or plushier bed to alleviate your aches and pains.
Mattresses sizes: a complete guide and how to choose
Our essential mattress size guide outlines the main US and UK mattress sizes to help you find the right mattress size for you.
What is the Eight Sleep Pod? A guide to Elon Musk's favorite smart mattress system
Tech moguls and world-class athletes credit the Eight Sleep Pod with their best rest yet. But is it worth the hype? We take a look at how this smart mattress system works...
How thick should a mattress be? Your guide to picking the right height
Unsure whether to buy a tall or short mattress? Here's how to choose the right mattress thickness for your needs.
What is a hybrid mattress and are they any good?
What does 'hybrid mattress' mean? Is sleeping on one good for you? The answer to those questions and more revealed.
Awara Natural Hybrid Mattress review
We review the Awara Natural Hybrid Mattress to discover whether this budget-friendly, all-natural bed is good for your sleep as well as the planet
Firm mattresses aren't always best for back pain — here's why, say experts
Do hard beds cure back pain? According to experts, the answer isn't cut-and-dry. Here's what they told us about sleeping on firm mattresses for back pain...
The 7 best hybrid and memory foam mattresses to buy in the Black Friday sales
Looking for a memory foam bed to sink into, or a bouncy hybrid? Shop the best Black Friday mattress deals available now from Emma, Nectar, Purple and more.
As a pro mattress tester, these are my 3 golden rules of Black Friday sales shopping
I'm a mattress tester and deal hunter who's been covering Black Friday sales for 15 years. Here's what you need to know about scoring a winning mattress deal this Black Friday.
Is there such a thing as a mattress for life? We explore forever warranties
Does a lifetime warranty mean your mattress will last forever? Not quite, so here’s what you need to know before buying.
I reviewed the Nectar Mattress – here's 3 reasons why you should (and shouldn't) buy it this Black Friday
I'm a mattress tester and these are my reasons for and against buying the Nectar Memory Foam this Black Friday.
What is sleep hygiene? Here are 6 ways to improve yours
We explain the importance of sleep hygiene and offer six tips to help you achieve your best rest.
Leesa Original mattress review
Review The Leesa Original mattress is made-to-order in the USA and provides ample support for most sleepers. Here's what else we found out after weeks of testing...
5 reasons you SHOULDN'T buy a mattress on Amazon in the Prime Day sales
Amazon will be flush with Prime Day deals, but if it's a new mattress you're shopping for, it's best avoided. Here's what you need to know...
