There’s a lot of advice online about choosing the best mattress if you’ve got arthritis. However, it takes a while to sift through the sales pitches and get to some solid advice. Let’s take a look at what the actual experts say.

A soft mattress is generally best for lighter people. The general theory is that a mattress should keep your spine straight. A lighter person’s hips and shoulders won’t sink enough on a firm mattress. Meanwhile, an elephant would not get sufficient support from a soft mattress. Even a baby elephant…

There’s an old myth that sleeping on a firm mattress is good for you, regardless of your build and weight. Most experts and researchers now say that is nonsense. What you need is a ‘supportive’ mattress, which matches your build. Those interested in the science of sleep and research might…

You’ve probably heard of Hypnos, but which is the best Hypnos mattress? And why do some Hypnos mattresses cost twice as much as others? A respected brand Hypnos is a posh mattress brand with a Royal Warrant, which is based in Buckinghamshire. Does that mean that the King sleeps in…

Some people just use adult mattresses for children, but there is also a good choice of kids mattresses on the market in the UK. But which is the best mattress for children? As with adult mattresses, most kids mattresses are either made from foam or from springs. Some kids mattresses…

We’ve found the UK’s most expensive bed! Well, we think it’s the most expensive – but we’d love to hear from you if you know of a pricier one. It is called the Vispring Diamond Majesty Mattress & Divan Set and it currently sells in Large Emperor size for £95,046.00.…

Those of you who have been studiously following the mattress industry for several years (Ed: er, that’s just you) will remember when Simba just sold one mattress. It was a simple time when kids played outdoors and helicopter parenting was where your parents spun you round (Ed: get on with…

The best pocket sprung mattress for you is one which is suited to your body and your wallet. This guide aims to help you narrow down the choice. Pocket sprung mattresses are the most popular type of mattress in the UK. They provide a familiar feel and don’t ‘sink’ in…

Eve Sleep now make seven different mattresses. This gives you a lot more choice, but it also makes thing a lot more confusing when they have long names like The Eve Wunderflip Ultimate Hybrid Sleep Mattress.