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Brits spend 27 years in bed on average during their lifetime
As this year’s National Bed Month approaches in March, the National Bed Federation (NBF) is once again raising awareness of the importance of sleep to wellbeing and is urging people to make sure they have a comfortable, good quality bed to help them achieve a...
7 Steps in Choosing the Right Mattress for You
Have you bought a new bed in the winter sales and been left disappointed in your purchase? If you can relate, it's vital that you understand what type of mattress and bed works best for you, your partner (if you share a bed) and your sleep environment. To do this and...
9 Ways You Can Achieve an Organised Bedroom
Happy New Year from the Bed Advice UK team! A new month and a new year mean only one thing, it’s time to get organised! As January is Get Organised Month, this is a fantastic opportunity to start ticking off those items that seem to have dropped to the bottom of your...
How to get out of bed in the morning in Winter
When the clocks change in October, we have months of cold, dark evenings and mornings to look forward to – and people naturally want to spend more time in their beds. Less sunlight means your brain produces more of a hormone called melatonin, which makes you feel...
How to Avoid Being Ripped Off in a Mattress Scam
Now more than ever, we know just how much consumers are trying to save their hard-earned cash, whether that's online or on a big red sales sticker in-store. When it comes to beds and mattresses that cost hundreds of pounds, it is no surprise that people want to bag...
8 Hacks to Stay Warm in Bed this Winter
We know this winter will be different for many households across the UK. With energy bills higher than in previous years, lots of us will be looking towards more affordable options for keeping warm, especially at night. In this blog, we share advice on how to stay...
Fire Safety in the Bedroom this Autumn
When we think about autumn, we picture crunchy leaves underfoot, steaming hot drinks, communal bonfires, woodsmoke in the air, and dusting off the candles to illuminate our homes. As we embrace the new season and spend more time indoors keeping warm, it is a valuable...
Where Does Your Old Mattress End Up?
Do you ever wonder where your old mattress ends up? In 2020, of the 6.4 million mattresses that were disposed of, a staggering 4.8 million* of these were not recycled, meaning they likely ended up in landfill or were incinerated. With the current mattress recycling...
Summer Sleep for Teens
The summer holidays are here and while young people may rejoice at not having to get out of bed for school, The Sleep Charity is urging parents to not let their teens sleep patterns slide too much otherwise come September, they are in for a shock! Ask any teenager...
What You Should Do to Sleep Well During Your Holiday
Sun cream? Check. Sunglasses? Check. Passport? Check. The holiday season is upon us. So, as well as packing the essentials, read our tips on how you can sleep well in that unfamiliar bedroom environment. Tips before you arrive at your accommodation Not all hotel rooms...
Why the Bed Can Make or Break Your Holiday
City minibreak or a watersports adventure? Self-catered apartment by the coast or a rustic villa nestled in the hills? When we plan our holidays, we usually try to do as much research and planning as possible before we click 'book now' and part with our cash. We...
How to Avoid Being Scammed When Buying a New Bed
With the rising cost of living, it's tempting to pick up a bargain wherever you can, whether that's heading to the reduced area in the supermarket or getting a deal on a mattress that appears to be too good to be true. But this Scams Awareness Month, we’re warning...