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On the left, an image of two women closely inspecting the bedding of a mattress as they make the bed, in our Sleep Lab. On the right, a close up of bed bugs giding in the seams of a mattress
Stop bed bugs from ruining your guest room mattress this holiday season — all you need is a credit card

By Ruth Jones Published

Bed bugs love the busy holiday season so keep them out of your mattress with this handy bed bug prevention kit you already own.

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Expert warns millions of Brits against using electric blankets if you sleep on this type of mattress — plus 3 safe alternatives

By Lauren Jeffries Published

Electric blankets are a cost-effective way of staying warm at night this winter — but experts are warning millions to avoid them if you sleep on this type of mattress

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Stop! You’re cleaning your mattress wrong — here are the only tips you need for a fresher, bug-free bed this winter

By Ruth Jones Published

Cozy season is here but before you start hibernating, here are out top tips to keep your mattress clean all winter — and what you should never do.

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Is your bed making you sick? 5 ways to banish winter germs from your mattress today

By Rachael Penn Published

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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There's one type of mattress you should never vacuum

By Jim McCauley Published

Vacuuming can mess up the wool layers in a mattress. Found out why, and learn what you can do instead to keep your bed clean.

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A close up of a pair of hands in rubber gloves using vinegar to blot the corner of a mattress. In the top left, a close up of a spider
This vinegar mattress cleaning hack will banish spiders from your bed this fall — here's how

By Frances Daniels, Ruth Jones Published

A cleaning expert reveals why you should be dabbing vinegar on your mattress — it's a must this spider season.

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A woman lies on a mattress made up with the Utopia Bedding Sheet Set in a pale green color
Studies warns that 51% of adults aren't using this essential bedding item and it could be ruining your mattress

By Ruth Jones Published

A mattress protector is an easy and inexpensive way to keep your bed cleaner for longer — here's why you need one.

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On the left, an image of a bed in a bedroom, made up with a yellow duvet and pillows. On the right, a closeup of a mattress with dark spots at the corner which might indicate mold, with a finger pointing to the stain
The one mattress stain you should never ignore — expert explains why and what to do

By Ruth Jones Last updated

Dark spots on your mattress are an early sign of mold plus other common mattress stains, rated from harmless to dangerous.

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Clean your mattress now, experts warn after new research reveals average couple's bed holds a bathtub full of sweat

By Lauren Jeffries Published

A summer full of heatwaves means the average couple has produced over 100 liters of sweat at night — here's how to get your mattress clean again

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A photo of a bed on a bed frame in a bedroom, in the top right corner, a close up of bed bugs hiding in fabric
Bed bugs love it when you store these 5 things by your mattress, experts warn

By Ruth Jones Published

The space under your bed is an easy storage solution but we're exploring how forgotten clutter might harm your mattress — and your sleep.

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