If you’re heavier than average then you need to take extra things into account when buying a new mattress. The general rules are that a large person needs a mattress which: We’ve picked six mattresses which tick those boxes. They’ve also won awards, received good reviews or are from the…

There’s plenty of choice if you want a Rest Assured mattress. They’re a big name in the UK mattress market and they’ve been going for more than a century. I’d describe a Rest Assured mattress as a mid-priced choice. They’re owned by the same company as Silentnight and they’re (very)…

Buying a Sealy mattress is a solid choice as they are a big name in the UK mattress market. We put them somewhere around the middle in terms of price and specifications. According to the official blurb Sealy is ‘the world’s biggest bed brand’ although Silentnight is bigger within the UK. The…

Sleepeezee mattress reviews are more positive than many of their rivals. But that’s not the end of the story. The brand is also a long established name in the UK mattress market which has won major awards. Their prices won’t make your eyes water and they make mattresses in a…

The Just Sleep range of mattresses by Silentnight is their attempt to tap into the popularity of ‘Bed in a Box’ mattresses. Which is best for you?

Choosing the best Silentnight mattress isn’t an easy task. They’ve got a much bigger range of mattresses than most companies and are probably the most famous mattress brand in the UK.  Their range includes some very good value cheap foam and sprung mattresses and some more luxurious mattresses. Overall, Silentnight…

I always get a bit irritated when mattress sellers try and flog you a pricey mattress with the argument that it will only cost you 27p a night, or whatever. We don’t all have £1000 to spend on a mattress, or perhaps you’re just looking for a cheap mattress for…

A pillow top mattress is one where a comfortable topper is permanently attached onto the mattress. Various materials are used for the comfort layer on a pillowtop mattress. Some use natural materials such as latex and wool whilst others use synthetic fibres. Should you get a manmade or natural pillow…

A latex mattress is a sustainable and natural alternative to a memory foam or pocket spring mattress. The best latex mattress will be supportive whilst also being more breathable than a foam mattress. They’re also good for people with allergies to dust mites. So why aren’t all mattresses made from latex? Well, latex…

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…