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While even the best mattress won’t be a magic fix for medical issues, an unsupportive one can compound the problem. Finding the best mattress for back pain can be an urgent task. “Typically ...

This article has recently been updated to reflect additional product testing, including changes to the best memory foam mattress category in which we chose to replace the Tempur Sensation mattress ...

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Timber is the most popular material for constructing raised beds and is very versatile. Pressure-treated softwood sleepers are an attractive and economical alternative to hardwoods like oak, and will ...

The best sofa beds promise a handy two-in-one solution; both a sofa for relaxing and entertaining and a comfortable bed for guests. Historically, though, they have been neither. They seemed to be ...

A mini army of testers help us find the best air beds and tell us which ones are the most comfortable to lie on. We also find out which are the best air beds for durability, which ones are noisy if ...

A good quality mattress can make all the difference to our sleep, and Saatva make some of the very best options around. With 12 models to choose from, ranging from hybrid, memory foam and latex ...

However, there are some pitfalls when buying a budget bed, so we're here to steer you in the right direction. While the best cheap mattresses may not have the same high-end features as some of ...

If you want to sleep soundly and feel recharged when you wake, you'll need the best bed possible. Our guide explains how to choose the perfect bed and highlights the important features to consider ...

You probably change your sheets regularly, but do you ever think about how to clean your mattress? Mattresses collect dead skin cells, sweat, stains, dust mites and other unpleasant things like ...