Sleep Guide

Mattress, Sleep Technology

Is a firm or soft mattress better for me?

Choosing between a firm or soft mattress comes down to personal preference, body type, and sleep position; test for comfort without pressure points, and remember firm isn't always best for...

Bedding, Mattress, Sleep Health, Sleep Technology

The best bed for hot sleepers

Sleep hot? Choose natural, breathable fabrics, a larger bed size for space, and cooling technologies like KülKōte to help hot sleepers stay comfortable all night.

Mattress, Mattress Protector

When should I replace my bed?

Replace your bed every 8–10 years to avoid dust mites, degraded foam, and poor sleep quality; protect your investment with a mattress protector and regular rotation for better health and...

Bedroom, Lifestyle, Mattress

What’s the best mattress size for me?

Choosing the right mattress size depends on how many people sleep in your bed, their height and build, and whether children join you; from Single to California King, find the...

Bedroom, Mattress, Sleep Health

Avoiding a firestorm in your bedroom: The Fibreglass Mattress Fiasco

Fibreglass in mattresses can cause health issues and bedroom contamination if it escapes; learn how to spot it, what to do after exposure, and how to choose a safer, fibreglass-free...

Mattress

How to transport a mattress

Learn how to safely transport your mattress without damaging it, from avoiding the risky roof-rack move to using plastic wrap, getting help, and choosing the best method by car, trailer,...

Bases & Headboards, Mattress, Pillow, Sleep Health

How to stop snoring guide

Discover four effective ways to stop snoring, from changing your pillow and sleep position to improving your health and hydration.

Lifestyle, Mattress

Shopping for a guest bed

From foldable Stowaway mattresses and foam crash pads to space-saving trundlers and dedicated guest beds, find affordable, comfortable sleep solutions for holiday visitors.

Mattress, Sleep Technology

Is a spring mattress or foam mattress better for me?

Spring mattresses offer durable support and breathability, while memory foam provides pressure-relieving contouring and motion isolation; choose based on your sleep preferences, temperature needs, and body type.

Mattress, Sleep Technology

Spring mattress FAQs: Are pocket spring mattresses good?

Pocket spring mattresses offer independent contouring, breathability, and motion isolation; learn how they work, their benefits, and how to choose the right one for your sleep needs.

Children & Sleep, Mattress

Giving your children the best chance at a healthy sleep

Growing children need healthy, supportive mattresses designed for their developing bodies; consider upgrading from a single to a long single, king single, or double as they grow.

Bedding, Mattress, Sleepyhead

Generations of kiwi comfort: pioneering sustainable sleep

For nearly 90 years, family-owned Sleepyhead has led New Zealand's bedding industry with locally made mattresses, sustainable manufacturing, and four generations of comfort innovation.

Bedroom, Mattress, Sleep Health

Spring into cleaning with a fuss-free bedroom refresh

From decluttering and vacuuming to deep-cleaning your mattress and curtains, follow this complete spring cleaning guide to refresh your bedroom for the warmer months.