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![A man and a woman remove a Purple mattress from its packaging before it starts to expand, ready for sleeping on later](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bYPGwdiVYYR8DYetVTV7oW-320-80.jpg)
Can you sleep on a mattress while it's expanding? We asked Helix, Purple, Emma and more
By Frances Daniels published
We asked several leading bed companies, from Nectar to Purple, whether you can sleep on a mattress while it's expanding — here's what they said.
![Philips Hue lights guide](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ijJXFAxT8bTDd8GGFF356S-320-80.jpg)
Philips Hue lights: A guide to what each bulb does (and costs)
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
This Philips Hue lights guide explains exactly what each Philips Hue bulb and light fixture does and how much they cost.
![A man in a blue shirt goes mattress shopping during the best time of the year](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EQff7cSAji7uXpBdMhDeTi-320-80.jpg)
When is the best time to buy a mattress? We rank the year’s 5 biggest sales
By Claire Davies published
While mattress sales happen each month, there are five ‘super-sized sales’ that take place each year – here’s what you need to know.
![A couple pictures in bed using the Scandinavian Sleep Method](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/J7bpzh7wnpMJhzVPJx62TX-320-80.jpg)
What is the Scandinavian Sleep Method and why are so many couples using it?
By Frances Daniels last updated
What you need to know about the Scandinavian Sleep Method, from how it works to what bedding you could use.
![A woman sits on a mattress that has been placed directly onto the floor to make it firmer](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DTKk9B6UPRdK85QrhHaSeX-320-80.jpg)
What are floor mattresses — and is sleeping on the floor healthy?
By Frances Daniels published
Floor mattresses are a great way to save space and money. But what are these compact beds, and are they healthy to sleep on?
![A woman in a brown t-shirt massages her painful lower back in bed](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rncKhquZpmzgpKY5mHquXA-320-80.jpg)
Firm mattresses aren't always best for back pain — here's why, say experts
By Alison Barretta published
Do hard beds cure back pain? According to experts, the answer isn't cut-and-dry. Here's what they told us about sleeping on firm mattresses for back pain...
![A woman with dark hair sleeps happily on her left side](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AtYx4JYq5LT2eoSZDmZGFM-320-80.jpg)
Not everyone should sleep on their left side — leading sleep doctor explains why
By Frances Daniels published
From reducing sleep apnea to lowering your Alzheimer's risk, Dr Michael Breus explains how the side you sleep on impacts your health.
![Image shows the Saatva Adjustable Bed Base placed in a zero gravity sleeping position](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xAMD5vraZcyS6vV92ReETa-320-80.jpg)
What is a zero gravity bed and how do they ease sleep apnea and back pain?
By Frances Daniels published
From easing sleep apnea and snoring to relieving back pain and heartburn, zero gravity beds have a lot of benefits.
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