Rachael Penn
Rachael has been a freelance journalist for 15 years for various publications including Tom’s Guide, Creative Bloq, Independent, The Spectator, Daily Express and more. She has written extensively on home and technology news as well as reviewed hundreds of products across home and technology. She has a keen interest in AI and also written articles on this topic for Tom’s Guide. She also enjoys reviewing home, travel and tech gadgets, especially anything that has been designed to make life easier like smart home gadgets. She’s covered most tech including laptops, cameras, projectors, smartphones, headphones and more. When she isn’t writing Rachael can be found working out on her peloton, taking her two dogs — Murray a Sealyham terrier and Maggie a West Highland terrier on walks and getting sucked into a rabbit hole of watching true crime documentaries.
Latest articles by Rachael Penn
What is the support core in a mattress and why is it important?
By Rachael Penn published
The support core is a crucial element of every mattress – here's why, how they work, plus how to pick a mattress with great ground-up support.
How to clean a Tempur-Pedic mattress without ruining it — 7 steps to follow
By Rachael Penn published
How to deep clean your Tempur-Pedic mattress without ruining it — 7 steps to follow.
Why does my mattress smell? How to get rid or urine, mold and vomit smells
By Rachael Penn published
Urine, mold and vomit can all make your mattress smell. Here’s why it happens, plus how to get rid of unpleasant smells.
How to clean urine from a mattress — 7 pro tips for removing stains and smells
By Rachael Penn published
The best tips and products for how to clean a mattress from pee, getting rid of strong smells and stains.
TikTok trick instantly shows if your hotel mattress has bed bugs — how to use it
By Rachael Penn published
Hotel mattresses aren't immune to bed bug infestations. This trending TikTok trick helps you spot them in seconds — here's how to use it...
5 signs you should replace your innerspring mattress with a hybrid bed
By Rachael Penn published
If you notice any of these sign, it's time to switch your innerspring bed for a breathable new hybrid mattress. Plus, our top recommendations in today's sales...
Cooling mattress vs cooling mattress topper: Which should you buy?
By Rachael Penn published
How to choose between a cooling mattress and cooling bed topper, plus the ones we recommend in this weekend's sales...
5 signs you'd sleep better on a pillow-top mattress — plus our top 3 picks
By Rachael Penn published
A pillow-top mattress adds an extra layer of padding, making it a great choice for people with back and joint pain. Here are five signs that you should switch...
How to buy a budget mattress and get it right — 5 expert tips
By Rachael Penn published
Shopping for an affordable mattress? Here's what to look for, plus the three we recommend buying, with prices from $179.
5 signs you should be sleeping on a soft mattress, not a medium-firm bed
By Rachael Penn published
Medium-firm might be the most popular mattress firmness, but that doesn't mean it's right for everyone. Here's why you should switch to a softer bed...
I’m a mattress writer — 5 mistakes people make after buying a new mattress
By Rachael Penn published
You risk damaging your new mattress in a box if you do any of these things...
Leesa, Molecule, Saatva and more — 5 best cooling mattress and topper deals to shop in today’s Memorial Day sales
By Rachael Penn published
Don't let sleeping hot ruin your sleep. 5 of the best cooling mattress and topper deals to shop in today's Memorial Day sales — save up to $697.
Need a new bed urgently? 5 Memorial Day mattress sales with the fastest shipping
By Rachael Penn published
If you need a new mattress urgently, these 5 Memorial Day sales from Purple, Casper and more have the fastest shipping times.
Which Tempur-Pedic hybrid mattress should you buy in Memorial Day sales?
By Rachael Penn published
Memorial Day is one of the best times to invest in a premium mattress, such as a Tempur-Pedic hybrid. But which should you buy? We've narrowed it down to these three beds.
How do you get smells out of a mattress? Best tips, products and bed cleaning hacks
By Rachael Penn published
Sweat, dirt and body oils accumulate over time and lead to yellow, smelly mattresses — here’s how to remove bad odors from your bed.
7 pro tips for vacuuming a mattress to get rid of bed bugs, dust mites and smells
By Rachael Penn published
Vacuuming a mattress helps get rid bed bugs and dust mites. Here's how to do it properly and what to avoid...
Cleaning a mattress — 5 costly mistakes to avoid when deep cleaning a bed
By Rachael Penn published
We look at the common mistakes people make when cleaning a mattress and how you can avoid them during your next deep clean.
Why buy a hybrid mattress? The 5 big benefits of foam and coil beds
By Rachael Penn published
Wondering why a hybrid mattress has become the go-to bed for so many people? Here's a look at their major benefits and who they will and won't suit.
It removes mattress stains in minutes — but is cleaning your bed with hydrogen peroxide safe?
By Rachael Penn published
Hydrogen peroxide removes stubborn mattress stains in minutes. But is it safe to clean your bed with? Yes, provided you use it correctly.
How to deep clean your mattress safely with hydrogen peroxide — a step by step guide
By Rachael Penn published
Hydrogen peroxide is a safe and effective way to clean your mattress, if used correctly. For the best results, follow our step by step guide.
How to steam clean a mattress to get rid of dust mites, bed bugs and more
By Rachael Penn published
Learn how to steam clean your mattress like a professional and get rid of dust mites, bed bugs, bacteria and stains.
How to get yellow urine stains and smells out of a mattress in 7 simple steps
By Rachael Penn published
Accidents happen, and when they do, this is how to get urine smells and stains out of your mattress in 7 simple steps.
How to steam clean your mattress with an iron — 7 dos and don'ts
By Rachael Penn published
Steam clean your mattress at home for a deeper clean with your household iron — here's how.
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