Rachael Penn

Rachael Penn

Contributor

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

Saatva Organic Quilted Mattress Topper on top of a Saatva mattress, cropped; it's discounted in the after Christmas mattress sales

How to clean luxury, organic and natural mattresses — pro tips for cleaning premium materials

By Rachael Penn published

Keep your luxury, natural or organic mattress in great condition with these cleaning tips.

Mattresses
A woman sits on the foot of the Saatva Classic mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom

What is a luxury mattress and how much do they cost?

By Rachael Penn published

If you’re looking to invest in a luxury mattress but unsure what makes it worth the premium price tag — we take a look at exactly what they are and what they cost, to help you decide.

Mattresses
A cheap mattress on a bed frame

How to buy a cheap mattress and get it right — 5 expert tips

By Rachael Penn last updated

Shopping for a new cheap mattress? Here are the five key features every budget bed should have

Mattresses
A woman sat on bed wearing white vest and orange shorts with a glass of water in hand, looking out of window with wooden frame and plants outside.

These 5 habits are making your mattress dirty — here's why and how to stop

By Rachael Penn published

Are your little habits making your mattress dirty? These hygiene habits that could be damaging your sleep quality.

Mattress Care
A close up of the edge of the Avocado Green mattress directly next to the edge of the Essentia Stratami mattress

Avocado Green vs Essentia Stratami: Which organic mattress suits your sleep?

By Rachael Penn published

We compare the Avocado Green and Essentia Stratami organic mattresses in terms of comfort, design and price to help you decide which suits your sleep best.

Mattresses
A woman cleaning up a spill on a mattress

I’m a mattress cleaning expert — this is when you should rotate, vacuum and deep clean your bed in 2025

By Rachael Penn published

Your complete guide to maintaining and cleaning your mattress in 2025.

Mattress Care
A a person uses steam cleaning on a mattress to keep it fresher for longer

Why you should always deep clean your mattress after your holiday guests leave

By Rachael Penn published

From cookie crumbs to mulled wine spills, here's why post-holiday mattress cleaning is essential for a fresh start to the New Year.

Mattress Care
The DreamCloud Hybrid mattress on a wooden bedrame in a spacious bedroom

Are DreamCloud mattresses non-toxic? We take a closer look

By Rachael Penn published

We're looking deeper at DreamCloud mattresses and their commitment to non-toxic materials and reveal what really goes in to these popular beds.

Mattresses
The Simba Hybrid Pro Mattress on a bed in a white bedroom on a bright winter's morning with a blue price drop badge overlaid on the bottom left hand corner of the image

Boxing Day mattress sales 2024: the best deals for all sleep needs and budgets

By Rachael Penn last updated

No matter what you're looking for or how much you're willing to spend, we're certain you'll find the Boxing Day mattress deal you want in our roundup of the day's best sales...

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The Nectar Premier Hybrid directly next to the DreamCloud Hybrid mattress

DreamCloud Hybrid vs Nectar Premier Hybrid: Which luxury hybrid mattress should you buy?

By Rachael Penn published

We compare the DreamCloud Hybrid and the Nectar Premier Hybrid to see how they differ in terms of price, design and comfort.

Mattresses
A person uses a handheld vacuum cleaner to vacuum a corner of a mattress

By Rachael Penn published

Get your home Christmas-ready and prepped for guests with these simple steps for deep cleaning your mattress.

Mattress Care
A hand holding a cloth scrubbing the surface of a mattress with the other hand holding a spray bottle

I've written over 25 mattress cleaning articles — These are the best 3 tips I've learnt

By Rachael Penn published

I'm a mattress cleaning expert. There are my top tips to deep clean your mattress in time for holiday guests

Mattress Care
The DreamCloud Hybrid mattress shown on a light wooden bed frame and covered with white bedding in a white bedroom

How to clean a DreamCloud hybrid mattress

By Rachael Penn published

Discover the secret of how to clean your DreamCloud Hybrid mattress and keep it in good condition for longer in our guide.

Mattress Care
A woman working from her laptop in bed

By Rachael Penn published

The Office for National Statistics has revealed that working from home can increase your sleep time by up to 24 minutes, we investigate why

Sleep
The Simba Hybrid Ultra Mattress placed on a bedframe in a stylish industrial bedroom

Where can I try and buy a Simba mattress in store and online?

By Rachael Penn published

You can buy a Simba mattress online and order in-store, so which is the best option? We take a look so you get the best mattress at the best price

Mattresses
Nectar Memory Foam Mattress on a yellow background

How to clean a Nectar Memory Foam mattress

By Rachael Penn published

Here are our pro tips on how you can clean and care for your Nectar memory foam mattress

Mattress Care
A couple lifting up a mattress to air it out

3 crucial reasons why your mattress needs to breathe — especially in winter

By Rachael Penn published

Letting your mattress breathe should be part of your cleaning routine — here's why and how to do it.

Mattress Care
A handheld mattress vacuum on white mattress - not vacuuming regularly is a common mattress cleaning mistakes

7 mattress cleaning mistakes that age your bed prematurely — and how to avoid them

By Rachael Penn published

From not vacuuming regularly to using too much water when getting rid of stains, these mattress cleaning mistakes will age your bed fast.

Mattress Care
The image shows a bare mattress and pillows and a crumpled white duvet on top of a black bed frame

5 reasons why your mattress and pillows smell, plus how to deodorize them

By Rachael Penn published

Here, we'll tackle the common reasons why your mattress and pillows smell unpleasant, plus our 3-step guide to deodorizing them.

Mattress Care
Tart cherry juice poured into a clear glass

Why are people drinking cherry juice for sleep and does it actually work? A sleep doctor answers

By Rachael Penn published

Drinking cherry juice for sleep is becoming popular, but is it a con or a cure? We ask an expert.

Sleep
A woman with long dark hair sleeps on new silk bed sheets. A blue price drop sales badge is overlaid in the bottom right corner

Labor Day bedding sales 2024: The 7 best deals live now

By Rachael Penn last updated

This year's Labor Day bedding sales are live, these are the best seven deals.

Pillows & Bedding
Image shows a brightly coloured dorm room with a clean and comfy mattress placed on a white bedframe and dressed with brightly coloured cushions and a grey throw

Study reveals the 3 dirtiest sleep products in a dorm room — plus how to clean them

By Rachael Penn published

This time, it isn't just your mattress that's a breeding ground for dorm room bugs.

Mattress Care
A cosy looking bed sits in the middle of a college dorm room - a Tom's Guide Price Drop deals badge is laid over the top of the image

3 reasons why you should use a mattress protector on your dorm bed

By Rachael Penn published

A mattress protector forms a crucial barrier against you and your dorm bed.

Pillows & Bedding
How to fix a squeaky bed

How to stop a squeaking bed — 7 quick tips

By Rachael Penn published

Is your squeaky bed keeping you awake? Here's how to fix it fast

Mattress Care
The image shows the Beautyrest Black mattress on a wooden platform bed base within a sleek, neautral bedroom

What mattress does the Hyatt Hotel use, plus 3 affordable alternative pillow-top beds 

By Rachael Penn published

We run through what type of mattress the Hyatt Hotels use, plus how you can recreate the same 5 star luxury at home with an affordable pillow top mattress.

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