Ruth Jones

Ruth Jones

Senior Sleep staff Writer

Ruth is a staff writer at Tom’s Guide, covering all things mattress and sleep. She has a deep interest in the link between sleep and health, and has tried enough mattresses to know the right bed really can make a difference to your wellbeing. At Tom’s Guide she writes to help people sleep better, from how-tos to the latest deals to mattress reviews, and has interviewed an array of specialists who share her passion. Before joining the team at Tom’s Guide, Ruth worked as a sleep and mattress writer for our sister website, TechRadar.

Latest articles by Ruth Jones

Suitcase next to a hotel bed

What mattresses do hotels use? The Ritz, Hilton, Premier Inn and more

By Alison Barretta last updated

Explore the mattresses each hotel uses around the world — plus the best deals so you can recreate hotel luxury at home

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King size Westin Heavenly Bed on location at Westin New York at Times Square

What mattress does the Westin use?

By Ruth Jones last updated

We've been hands-on with the Westin Heavenly Bed and here's everything you need to know about the much-loved hotel mattress.

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A Sheraton Mattress, bedding and pillows in a Sheraton hotel room. To the left, you can see the edges of the bathroom, to the right, a sitting area.

What is the Sheraton Hotel mattress — and where can you buy it?

By Ruth Jones last updated

We explore the mattresses used in Sheraton Hotels and how to buy one for your own bedroom, plus affordable alternatives.

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The Ritz-Carlton Mattress on a box spring and bed frame in a hotel room

What is the Ritz-Carlton Hotel mattress — and should you buy it?

By Ruth Jones last updated

We explore if the Ritz-Carlton mattress can deliver the 'unrivaled' comfort it promises — and if its worth the five-star price tag.

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The Marriott Innerspring mattress from JW Marriott hotels in a cream bed frame in a room with a pale peach background

What mattress do Marriott hotels use?

By Ruth Jones last updated

This is what makes the Marriott mattress suit so many sleepers, and you can enjoy it in the comfort of your own bedroom

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On the left, an overhead shot of a person using their laptop while sitting on their bed, a phone to one side. On the right, two mattress testers sitting on top of a mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom, discussing the comfort and quality

Would you let TikTok choose your bed? Shoppers are using social media to find a mattress — but I think it’s a bad idea

By Ruth Jones published

Social media might be a great place to find opinions but I'm wary of its uses when mattress shopping — here's why.

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A close-up shot of the corner of the Zinus Green Team Memory Foam Mattress with a deals badge in the bottom left-hand corner.

Zinus mattress sales June 2025: Save on dorm room-ready beds

By Ruth Jones, Alison Barretta last updated

Our expert guide to this month's Zinus mattress sales, with discounts on affordable beds that are ideal for college students.

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Two Tom's Guide mattress testers sat crossed legged on the Birch Luxe Natural mattress laughing and smiling

I'm a mattress tester — here's how to break in your new bed quickly

By Ruth Jones published

Don't like that 'fresh out the box' feel of your new bed? Here's how to break your mattress in plus how long it takes.

Mattress Care
A woman stands in front of a window in her bedroom during time, with her hands on the curtains preparing to pull them closed

Experts say the caveman method can help you sleep in a heatwave — but I tried it and no thanks

By Ruth Jones published

The caveman method did make my room slightly cooler in heatwave but my messed up body clock meant I still couldn't sleep.

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Woman performing upward dog on yoga mat during hot yoga class

Can't sleep? Yoga could add almost two extra hours to your rest, study finds

By Ruth Jones published

Can a quiet stroll or meditative yoga practise this evening help you sleep better tonight? A recent review explores the positive impact of gentle exercise on better sleep.

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Emma Hybrid 10" cooling mattress in a brightly lit bedroom

Emma mattress deals July 2025: Up to 60% off budget-friendly mattresses

By Ruth Jones last updated

July’s Emma mattress sales see large savings on both mattresses and bedding.

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The image shows two mattress testers sat on the Helix Midnight Luxe, which is placed on a white bed frame against a blue bedroom wall

The best mattress sales in July 2025 — deals from Helix, DreamCloud and more

By Louis Ramirez last updated

We've found the best mattress sales to browse today, including money off top-rated cooling beds to help you sleep in the July heat.

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An old mattress leans against the side of a building

Redditor's ‘gross’ new mattress is making me itch — what to do if your bed is delivered damaged

By Ruth Jones last updated

Unboxing a new mattress only to discover it's unusable turns your dream bed into a nightmare — at least for this Redditor.

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A woman sits on her bed wrapped in a blanket and holding a cup of green tea

These 'sneaky' caffeine sources might be why you can't fall asleep quickly — here's what to look for

By Ruth Jones published

We ask an expert about the unexpected sources of caffeine in your daily diet and why this is bad news for your sleep.

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A woman wearing a pink sleep vests lies in bed with a white hot water bottle

I was going to try the viral frozen hot water bottle sleep hack — but this method is safer (and better)

By Ruth Jones published

Freezing your hot water bottle risks damaging the material but you can create a safer cooling pack using water from your faucet.

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The image shows a woman with nighttime anxiety laying in bed with her eyes open in the darkness

How to sleep during the 4th of July fireworks — expert shares top tips for adults, children and pets

By Ruth Jones published

Expert tips on how to sleep during the noise, light and stress of a firework display, plus advice for kids and pets.

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A man sleeping with his arms stretched overhead with grey bedsheets and light shining in through blinds

Don't sleep naked — 7 top tips for sleeping better in a heatwave

By Ruth Jones published

Our guide to the best (and most unexpected!) methods for sleeping in the summer heat — from closing the windows to putting your clothes on.

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Two mattress testers sitting on the Nectar Premier Memory Foam Mattress in a bedroom, testing the bed to see if it deserves a place in our memory foam mattress guide

Can you put a memory foam mattress on an adjustable bed?

By Ruth Jones published

Want a memory foam mattress for an adjustable bed? Our expert guide to what to look for (and what to avoid.)

Mattress Care
A woman making the bed in a using white bedding in a room

The cheap bedding product that has kept me sleeping cool so far this summer

By Ruth Jones published

I'm settling the debate: yes, you need a top sheet. This simple layer helps you stay cozy in summer without overheating.

Pillows & Bedding
A man lies in bed relaxing, with headphones over his ears, his eyes closed, and his hands behind his head.

Pink noise can help you sleep better, say experts — but what is it?

By Ruth Jones published

The lower frequencies of pink noise sound gentle to the ear — we asked the experts how it can help you sleep.

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A simba mattress on a wooden bed frame in a clean and tidy bedroom with a price drop label over the top of the image

I test beds for a living — the luxury mattress I sleep on at home is up to £420 off in new sale

By Ruth Jones published

The organic comfort of the Simba Earth Escape is my go-to mattress and you can save up to 20% in the new sale.

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Image shows bed bugs nestled inside folds on a mattress

This city is the worst in the US for bed bugs — but with my top bed bug prevention tip you don't have to cancel your 4th of July getaway

By Ruth Jones last updated

Diatomaceous earth is an affordable bed bug treatment that can keep your mattress pest free, even in the height of bed bug season.

Mattress Care
A woman struggling to sleep in a hot room

'No flipping required' — how a simple pillow switch helped me sleep cooler

By Ruth Jones published

My firm and breathable pillow has changed my sleep for the better this summer, right in time for a heatwave.

Pillows & Bedding
A closeup of the MUSICOZY Headphone Sleep Mask in green against a white sheet with the straps showing at the back

I tried Amazon’s best-selling headphone sleep mask — it’s only $29.99 and it's coming with me on summer vacation

By Ruth Jones published

The MUSICOZY Bluetooth eye mask creates an immersive cocoon and its lightweight design makes it perfect for better sleep on the go.

Sleep Tech
A hand holds a piece of dry cloth over a dark brown stain on a mattress, ready to blot away the stain.

Baking soda for self tan stains — plus other tips for keeping your mattress clean this summer

By Ruth Jones published

From self tan to sweat to sand, expert mattress cleaning tips for keeping your bed clean even as you enjoy the summer.

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