Did you know a staggering 44% of British adults now suffer from at least one allergy and the number of sufferers is on the rise?* And for many, their symptoms feel worse in the bedroom. One of the most common triggers for indoor allergies is the dreaded house dust...
Mattresses
How to Care for Your Bed this National Bed Month
We all deserve some TLC, including our beds! If you have recently bought a new bed, it is now really important to ensure you take good care of both the mattress and the bed base. Not only will a well-looked-after bed provide the support and comfort you need to get a...
The Importance of the Right Bed for Quality Sleep – National Bed Month
Change your bed, change your life this National Bed Month. We've all come across those enticing online or TV ads that promise miraculous results from various products. However, when it comes to choosing the right bed, the benefits go beyond being just a piece of...
Press release: New data reveals huge gap between UK Council’s provision for recycling mattresses – new website launched to help consumers boost recycling rates
The worrying results of a new survey undertaken through Freedom of Information Act requests to every one of the UK’s 385 waste authorities in the UK, has highlighted a gulf between the best and worst performers in recycling bulky waste such as mattresses, and prompted...
Healthy Habits to Create a Restful Bedroom
Whether or not you're a believer in New Year's resolutions, carrying these healthy habits into 2024 will create a calm, restful bedroom environment and significantly increase your chances of getting a great night's sleep. Make your bed every day Making your bed daily...
Is Black Friday The Best Time To Buy A New Mattress?
As one of the biggest sales period descends, how do you make sure that the bed you buy is a genuinely good bargain? With some serious savings to be had on mattresses this Black Friday (24 November) and with many deals on offer, sale-loving shoppers are truly spoilt...
Is That Bargain Mattress Really Such A Great Bargain? #FraudWeek
Like most things in life, you get what you pay for and mattresses are no different. You may be able to buy a so-called memory foam mattress or high-count pocket sprung mattress off the internet for a bargain price – but if it looks too good to be true – it probably...
Would You Pay More for an Eco-Friendly Mattress?
In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, it's heartening to see that even our choices in something as essential as a mattress are being influenced by environmental concerns. The latest consumer survey by our parent organisation, the National Bed Federation...
Look for the NBF-Approved Tick on Your Next Mattress
You have made a list of your requirements for your new bed: outlined your budget, measured the bed size that comfortably fits your space, decided on the firmness and fillings, and possibly narrowed down a few brands to check out; you are all set to hit the shop or...
How to Buy a Bed on a Budget
Everyone deserves to sleep well at night, and it is possible to buy a budget-friendly bed that doesn’t compromise on safety, hygiene, or quality. Prices for mattresses range from under £100 to several thousand, but we encourage you to spend as much as you can...
Press release: End the postcode lottery of access to mattress recycling
The National Bed Federation (NBF), which represents the bed industry across the UK, is calling on the Government to support its plans for a nationwide program to fund a service enabling everyone to recycle their used mattresses. Around 4.75 million mattresses every...
Rip Off Mattress Van Scam
It’s been going on for several years all over the country but the rogue traders selling dodgy mattresses from the back of vans show no signs of letting up. In fact, the chances are they’ll be coming to your area, stopping you in the street or knocking on your door,...