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Tips on Cleaning Your Bed

Start by vacuuming your mattress to remove any obvious debris, dust and dirt from the surface. Spot cleaning a mattress is an effective way to deal with any small marks. Using a special fabric cleaner, a small amount of soapy liquid 

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How long should your bed last?

Every mattress and manufacturer of mattresses is different. But we always advise that your mattress should last for at least 8 years and be guaranteed for it's quality for 10 years.

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Should I Buy A Mattress In A Box?

If you are looking for an affordable mattress with a free trial and quick delivery then a mattress in a box might be right for you. But where do you start? Casper mattress, Simba mattress, Eve mattress, Leesa mattress and many more all want you to shop with them!
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Can napping help you feel less tired?

3 Types of Napping:

Planned napping - before you actually become very tired and need to sleep.

Emergency napping - driving and being forced to stop for a nap.

Habitual napping - regular daily nap as part of a lifestyle/routine.

Benefits

A National Sleep Foundation article says that:

  • Naps can restore alertness, enhance performance, and reduce mistakes and accidents. A study at NASA on sleepy military pilots and astronauts found that a 40-minute nap improved performance by 34% and alertness 100%.
  • Naps can increase alertness in the period directly following the nap and may extend alertness a few hours later in the day.
  • Scheduled napping has also been prescribed for those who are affected by narcolepsy.
  • Napping has psychological benefits. A nap can be a pleasant luxury, a mini-vacation. It can provide an easy way to get some relaxation and rejuvenation.

Napping can have a negative impact on your sleep so you should monitor how each nap effects your sleep and wellbeing.

Studies show that a 8-10 minutes nap can boost brain function and reduce tiredness.

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The Differences Between Down and Feather

The most immediate difference you’ll see is that feathers have a noticeable quill, which is the sharp bit that sometimes pokes you through the sheets.

Feathers are firmer and more structured than down and therefore offer more support.
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Best Mattresses for 2018

Forget something rolled up, made of foam and squashed into a box. These are our 3 top picks for an affordable luxury mattress in 2018. 
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