Like most things in life, you get what you pay for and mattresses are no different. This Fraud Awareness Week, we're sharing how to shop safely and avoid a mattress scam. You may be able to buy a so-called memory foam mattress or high-count pocket sprung mattress off...
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...
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...
You have listed 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're all set to hit the shop or click 'add...
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...
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...
It’s been going on for a number of years all over the country but the rogue traders selling rip-off mattresses from the back of vans show no signs of letting up. In fact, the chances are these dodgy dealers will be coming to your area, stopping you in the street or...
‘Van scam’ mattress fraud rockets due to cost of living crisis – UK consumers spend more than £40m on rip-off mattresses as rogue traders prey on cash-strapped consumers Research from the National Bed Federation (NBF) has revealed that up to 280,000 unsuspecting...
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...
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...
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...
Many people make the link that lack of sleep affects how they feel the next day but many fail to recognise that their sleep could be improved by a new mattress. A bed with the correct support, comfort and space will ensure you wake less, move about less, are less...