A wool mattress is what you’d call a ‘traditional’ choice for a mattress. They’re made in a tried-and-tested way. My mother would probably want a wool mattress after watching a feature on Countryfile about sheep shearing. Wool is a naturally breathable material which can add a bit of comfort to…

Definitions vary a bit, but the best natural mattress is one that uses things like cotton, wool, latex and springs. Natural mattresses are usually more expensive than manmade mattresses as the materials are pricier.  Some natural mattresses also use fancy materials like cashmere. However, this can be a bit of…

We’ve picked out 10 of the best cot bed mattresses for babies, based on expert awards, customer reviews and value for money.

The best memory foam mattress will give you consistent all-over support. But that’s not all you should look for when choosing a memory foam mattress.

Where should you start if you want the best orthopedic mattress? It’s fair to say there’s some mixed advice online. Most of the time a mattress referred to as ‘orthopedic’ or ‘orthopaedic’ just means one that is very firm or extra firm. Despite the name, it isn’t necessarily the best mattress…

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

Finding the best mattress for couples is not easy, particularly if one of you is much heavier than the other. The main issue is firmness, because lighter people need softer mattresses than heavier people. One option is to find a couples’ mattress which is a compromise which will be OK…

Buying a bed in a box is a convenient alternative to traipsing around a mattress showroom on a retail park on a Saturday morning with three reluctant children. Your mattress is usually delivered quickly and you can carry it up the stairs without knocking the mirror off the wall. You…

Finding the best mattress for back pain takes a bit of research.. There are loads of guides online with diagrams of backs and videos of people showing off their bottoms so you can see how straight their spine is on a certain mattress. I’ve tried to summarise all the waffle…

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…