the benefits of weighted blankets: do they really help sleep?
Learn the benefits of a weighted blanket for sleep, including helping you to destress and feel comforted. Find out more with Silentnight.
keep readingproud to be Britain’s sleep experts for over 80 years
Getting the right amount of sleep each night can often feel like an uphill battle. When ‘sleep hacks’, viral trends and conflicting evidence flood your timeline, you sometimes just need easy-to-understand advice backed by industry experts.
our resident sleep experts
Across our content, we work with our recognised sleep experts to make sure every sleep tip we share or product we recommend is backed by industry professionals. You can learn more about each of our sleep experts below.
guides designed to inspire your best night’s sleep
Better sleep should be easy for everyone to achieve. Our guides dive under the covers of some of our most-beloved products and ranges to help you find your perfect match. You can see all our sleep guides here or check out some of our most popular reads below.
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tips for using your electric blanket
Discover what makes the best electric blanket, as well as the answers to your most asked questions in our electric blanket guide from Silentnight.
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how to clean a mattress
If you're struggling to get stains or dirt out of your mattress, explore our mattress cleaning tips to keep your mattress feeling fresh. Read more with Silentnight.
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what is the best mattress for a bad back?
Find out what type of mattress is best for back pain, whether you’re suffering from upper or lower back pain. Read more with Silentnight.
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open coil vs pocket sprung mattresses: a complete guide
Unsure of the difference between open coil and pocket sprung mattresses? Compare support, motion isolation, back pain relief, and durability with Silentnight.
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mattress toppers explained
Find the best mattress topper for you in our handy guide. From the benefits to the different types available, read more at Silentnight.
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bed & mattress size guide
Learn all about UK mattress and bed sizes in our guide, so you can make the right decision for you and your home. Read online from the Silentnight experts.
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bed bases explained
Considered the benefits of a bed base? Explore everything about bed bases so you can focus on a quality sleep. Read more at Silentnight.
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guide to the different types of bed sheets
Find everything you need to know about bed sheets, from types and materials to caring for them, online with Silentnight. Read more here.
articles made for sleepers, backed by science
We’ve created our sleep blog to cover everything you might need to know to get the best night’s sleep. From seasonal editorials for better rest all year long to debunking some of the biggest sleep myths, we cover it all.
how to sleep with a blocked nose or a cold
Discover how to sleep with a blocked nose or cold. From switching up sleeping positions to symptom relief, find out more with Silentnight.
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what is the best sleeping position for you?
Constant restless nights left you looking for the best sleeping position? Join the experts at Silentnight as we help you find the ideal position for sleeping.
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the best sleep sounds for a blissful night’s sleep
Discover the ultimate sounds for sleeping for a night of pure bliss. From white noise to ocean and rain sounds, have the best sleep ever with Silentnight.
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why do I keep having nightmares?
Discover why you experience nightmares, the most common bad dreams and how to prevent them in our helpful guide. Read more here at Silentnight.
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lucid dreams: what are they?
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hay fever at night: why is hay fever worse at night?
Find out all you need to know about hay fever at night, as well as how to ease its symptoms for a better night’s sleep with Silentnight.
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International Day of Happiness: how does sleep make you happy?
It’s one thing figuring out how to choose the best bed, but what about finding the best time to buy one? Understandably, you might not get a choice as to when you need to purchase one, but if you do, there are certain factors to consider. From saving pennies to adjusting your needs, we will cover all basis in this article.
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how to sleep after jet lag
Prepare in advance and help improve your jet lag symptoms so you can quickly return to quality sleep in your new destination. Read with Silentnight.
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getting used to sharing a bed
From the snorers to the fidgeters, the human radiators to the cover hoggers, how do you get used to sharing a bed? Find out at Silentnight.
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Find the answer to some of the most frequently asked questions from sleepers across the nation.
The best sleeping position should maintain proper spinal alignment, promote airflow and support your body. However, we all find different positions comfortable. Some prefer sleeping on their side whereas other feel more supported on their back or front.
If you’re already in bed and struggling to sleep, breathing exercises and creating a quieter, darker sleep environment can help you fall asleep quickly. You should also avoid blue light-emitting screens just before bed to help your brain wind down.
Yes, some sleepers find that taking magnesium supplements before bed can improve sleep by calming brain activity, relaxing muscles, and supporting the production of sleep hormones such as melatonin and serotonin.
It can take 3 to 6 months for babies to regularly start having at least 6 hours of uninterrupted sleep each night, although each baby’s sleep cycle and development will vary.
You should wait for 4 to 24 hours for a rolled memory foam mattress to properly expand; however, hybrid and latex mattresses are generally ready immediately. For latex-based models, it’s recommended to leave them to air out for a few hours before use.
Yes, you can sleep on an expanding mattress, especially if it’s a bed-in-a-box model. However, note that the mattress may feel notably firmer and less supportive during the first night.
A new mattress can emit a faint odour due to being compressed and sealed immediately after manufacturing. This process is completely safe, and the smell will fade by letting the mattress air out for 24 to 72 hours in a well-ventilated room before use.
The largest mattress size available in the UK is the super king mattress, measuring 180cm x 200cm. While super king is the largest size offered by Silentnight, some specialised manufacturers offer Emperor mattresses, which measure at 200cm x 200cm.
To stop a mattress from sliding off a bed frame, use a non-slip mattress pad or heavy-duty Velcro tape. Mattresses are highly prone to slipping if they’re worn out or aren’t identical to the dimensions of the bed base.
