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Straight answers from people who make mattresses for a living. How to choose, how to care for it, and how to sleep better.

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How to choose the right mattress: a complete guide

Firmness, materials, size and sleeping position, explained step by step so you buy once and buy right.

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  • Choosing a mattress

    Spring or memory foam? How to pick between them

    The honest pros and cons of each, and why springs are making a comeback.

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  • Choosing a mattress

    Pocket spring mattresses: how they work and who they suit

    Why individually wrapped springs give tailored support and stop you feeling your partner move.

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  • Choosing a mattress

    Latex or foam? What latex is, and what it costs

    What makes latex different, how it feels, and whether it is worth the higher price.

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  • Choosing a mattress

    The best mattress for couples

    Different weights, different sleeping positions, one bed. How to find a mattress that suits you both.

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  • Choosing a mattress

    Double mattresses: 160x190 and made-to-measure sizes

    Standard Italian double sizes explained, and when a custom size makes sense.

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  • Toppers & care

    A firm topper for a soft mattress

    How a firm topper can rescue a mattress that has gone too soft, for a fraction of the cost of a new one.

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  • Toppers & care

    Unpacking a vacuum-packed mattress, topper or pillow

    How to unroll it, how long it takes to reach full shape, and what to do about the new-foam smell.

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  • Better sleep

    Well-being and sleep quality: tips for sleeping better

    Simple habits for your bedroom, your routine and your bed that help you sleep more deeply.

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  • Buying online

    Buying a mattress online: the advantages

    Why buying direct online can get you a better mattress for less, and what to check before you order.

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  • Buying online

    Where to buy a quality mattress online at factory prices

    How to spot a genuine Italian maker online, and the questions to ask before you buy.

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