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What should couples consider when buying a mattress?

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I just tried Dunelm's bestselling mattress topper – it feels like snuggling into a giant teddy bear and it's now under £15

Our Dunelm Teddy Mattress Topper review puts the brand's super-soft fleecy bedding to the test

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Is mattress responsiveness affecting your sleep? Experts explain all you need to know

What is mattress responsiveness and why is it important? Sleep experts explain all

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I just discovered a heated duvet is a thing – I'm so impressed it's convinced me to rethink using an electric blanket

The newly launched Dreamland heated duvet is a game-changer for staying warm in bed on cold winter nights

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The Aeyla adjustable pillow has a lot of positive reviews from side sleepers, but during testing I discovered one major downside

My Aeyla FOAMO Pillow review puts this adjustable memory foam and microfibre pillow to the test

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As a sleep expert, these are the 6 things I always do when testing a mattress in-store

How to test a mattress in-store – advice from a sleep expert

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Electric heater vs electric blanket — heating experts weigh in on the effectiveness (and affordability) of these winter warmers

Constantly cold at night? Experts weigh in on whether an electric heater or electric blanket will suit you best

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Is a luxury memory foam pillow worth it? I tested Panda's £84.99 Hybrid Bamboo Pillow for a month and I'm now convinced it is

Our Panda Hybrid Bamboo Pillow review discovers that this luxurious memory foam pillow is well worth its premium price tag

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I usually avoid memory foam, but Panda's bestselling pillow has just changed my mind – here's why I'm a convert

This Panda Memory Foam Bamboo Pillow review tests out the brand's bestseller and discovers why it's the perfect option for side sleepers

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I slept on Ikea's Nisseholm mattress topper for a week – this is why I think it's the best firm topper on the market

I put the Ikea Nisseholm mattress topper to the test for this review, and I'm impressed

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I've arranged more mattress deliveries than most people do in a lifetime - here's everything you need to know for a stress-free delivery day

From delivery to your doorstep to your room of choice

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7 ways to make your life easier and cheaper in 2025 — our top at-home hacks for a less stressful year

Yes, life at home can be easier and cheaper this year – here are our top tips

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Torn between a spring mattress vs a foam mattress? How to decide which is best for you

I pit the two main types of mattress construction head-to-head to work out whether you should invest in a spring or a foam mattress

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I usually avoid synthetic blend duvets, but Panda's bamboo-infused Cloud duvet has just changed my mind

My Panda Cloud duvet review puts the vegan-friendly bamboo-blend duvet through its paces

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I tested Woolroom's Deluxe Wool duvet – as a hot sleeper, this is why I'm never looking back

Our Woolroom Deluxe Washable Wool Duvet review puts this breathable and temperature-regulating bedding through its paces

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How we test duvets at Ideal Home: our review process

This is how we put duvets through their paces to find our top recommendations

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I bought a Simba Hybrid Original mattress five years ago – it cured my joint pain overnight, and it's never returned

Shoulder, hip and neck pain disappeared as if by magic when I swapped to a Simba Hybrid; I've saved its cost in physio bills alone

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I tested the Emma Cloud Duvet and found it lightweight and toasty – but these are the budget-friendly options I'd recommend instead

My Emma Cloud Duvet review puts the brand's microfibre duvet through its paces. Is it worth the money?

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I put the Simba Hybrid Duvet to the test to see if its 'cool tech' would stop me overheating in bed - here's what happened

As Ideal Home's Sleep Editor and a self-certified hot sleeper, I tested the Simba Hybrid Duvet on my own bed to see if it's 'cool tech' is worth the investment

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Is an expensive mattress protector worth it? This is how much you should be paying for one, according to sleep experts

Mattress protectors can help make a mattress last long, but how much should you be investing in one?

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Meet Ideal Home's Certified Experts - they've spent over 1,000 hours testing everything from appliances to mattresses so you can shop wisely

No-nonsense product advice direct from our team of in-the-know experts

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What type of mattress is best for heavy people – I asked the experts

Our weight can have a big impact on how comfortable we find a mattress. I asked a variety of sleep experts to explain how to find the right fit for you

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What is a foam mattress and is it the right choice for you? I asked the experts

Wondering what the advantages and disadvantages of a foam mattress are? I asked a range of sleep experts for their thoughts

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3-minutes with an Ikea storage expert solved a bedroom dilemma I’ve been struggling with most of my life – and it only costs £2

I visited Ikea's base in Sweden, and came home with an Ikea hack that has transformed the way I use my bedroom

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How to clean an air purifier in six simple steps - experts warn you must do it every few weeks

This easy cleaning guide will keep your air purifier in tip top condition

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