Rachael has a keen interest in all things sleep, including her expert knowledge on mattress cleaning, providing readers with the best hacks and tips to keep their beds clean, as well as trying out the latest viral cleaning products. Rachael also reports on leading mattress brands such as Helix, Saatva and Nectar, writing articles designed to help readers understand what they need from a new bed. She also enjoys reviewing home, travel and tech gadgets, especially anything that has been designed to make life easier like smart home gadgets. During the last 15 years, Rachael has contributed to various publications including Tom’s Guide, Creative Bloq, The Independent, The Spectator, Daily Express and more.
Latest articles by Rachael Penn

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These Boxing Day mattress deals are still kicking around. Shop now before sales ends

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Bacteria, dust mites and mould can thrive in your mattress during winter. Here are some expert tips on how to boost hygiene and get a better nights sleep.

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Night sweats can disturb sleep and have a negative impact on your overall health, so menopause specialists share the best methods to prevent them

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Editor's ChoiceA purifier, heater and fan that earns its premium price tag.

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Our expert guide to cleaning your mattress with household items and removing urine, vomit, sweat and more

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We share how to clean a mattress topper properly — including tips for memory foam, latex, down and more

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Vacuuming a mattress helps get rid bed bugs and dust mites. Here's how to do it properly, according to the experts

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Tried and tested methods for getting yellow stains out of your mattress and pillows, leaving them looking as good as new.

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A waterproof mattress protector in a laundry basket ready to be washed and dried

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Steam clean your mattress at home with help from your household iron — here's how

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Yellow stains on your mattress and pillow are normal, but are they safe to sleep on and how do you get them out? We take a look...

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Wondering how to get rid of mold on your mattress and whether it’s safe to sleep on? We have expert answers for you.

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Alcohol is a great disinfectant but should you use it on your mattress? Here’s what you need to know….

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If you’re looking to get rid of urine, stains, smells and bed bugs from your mattress here are the essential products you need in your cleaning kit.

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Sponsored by Helix Sleep
If you want to clean your mattress to a professional standard, here are three tips that professional cleaners swear by for getting rid of urine and sweat stains.

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Presented by Helix Sleep
Toothpaste is the main ingredient in this viral mattress cleaning hack — but does it actually work? This is what happened when I tried it.

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Presented by Helix Sleep
Don’t wait until spring to clean your mattress, these 5 easy DIY cleaning tasks will ensure that dust mites, bed bugs and mold stay at bay.

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We explore the pros and cons of mattress protectors vs mattress encasements to help you choose the right one.

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We look at the benefits and drawbacks of memory foam mattresses, to help you decide if memory foam is right for your sleep needs

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If you have a memory foam mattress and want to keep it comfortable for longer, here’s how to stop it from sagging.

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The Nectar Classic Hybrid mattress is on sale, but is it the right choice for you? We look at design, materials, support and comfort.

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If you have a memory foam pillow but don’t know how to wash it, here’s a step-by-step guide.

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We compare the Nectar Classic vs the DreamCloud Memory Foam mattress to help you decide which to buy.
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