Emilia Hitching
Emilia is our resident sleep writer. She spends her days tracking down the lowest prices on the best mattresses and bedding and spends her nights testing them out from the comfort of her own home. Emilia leads a team of testers across America to find the best mattress for every sleep style, body type, and budget.
Emilia's quest to learn how to sleep better takes her all around the world, from the 3Z mattress factory in Glendale, Arizona to the Hästens headquarters in Köping, Sweden. She's interviewed luxury bedding designers at Shleep and Pure Parima, as well as the Design Manager at IKEA. Before she joined Homes & Gardens, Emilia studied English at the University of Oxford.
Latest articles by Emilia Hitching
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5 signs you're sleeping on a bad mattress − how to spot the red flags
I asked medical professionals and sleep scientists how to spot the signs you're sleeping on a bad mattress and when it's time to upgrade
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Mattress buying mistakes – what not to do when you're buying a new bed
With so many makes and models on the market, it's easy to make a mattress buying mistake – here's my hard-won wisdom on what not to do
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What to do with kids' mattresses when your kids grow up
Don't let a good mattress gather dust – you can reuse, repurpose, recycle your kid's old mattress to gain a brand new bed
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Are mattress sales even real? Our shopping editor investigates
Some deals are too good to be true − I asked the experts how to spot the genuine article from a real fake
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When is the best time to buy a mattress? Seasoned shoppers advise
I asked mattress manufacturers and shopping experts when is the best time to buy a mattress and get the most bang for your buck
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Where's the best place to buy a bathroom vanity? A style editor's recommendations
A good bathroom vanity can be hard to come by, but these stores will ensure you get the perfect option for your home
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Naturalmat is the organic bedding and mattress brand you need to know about
If you're a hot sleeper or an eco-conscious shopper, then you'll love Naturalmat – the British brand doing it all naturally
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How much should you spend on a mattress? Our expert mattress price guide
I asked mattress manufacturers and sleep specialists to explain how much you should spend on a mattress to meet your sleep needs
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When should you buy a new mattress? 5 signs it's time for an upgrade
I asked mattress manufacturers and medical professionals for their expert advice on the best time to break up with your old bed
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How mattress warranties work – everything you need to know
I asked a mattress salesman to explain how mattress warranties work, what they do and don't cover and how to file a claim if your bed breaks
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What is a mattress sleep trial? Everything you need to know before you buy
With a mattress sleep trial, you get more time to get used to your mattress − just make sure you read the terms and conditions
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Avocado Mattress lawsuit dismissed – everything we know
A lawsuit brought against Avocado Mattress has been dismissed − but is it safe to buy from Avocado?
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I'm a sleep writer and sales hunter – these are my mattress protector buying rules
I'm a bedding tester – when you follow my mattress protector buying rules, you can make a major saving on this essential bit of bedding
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Which mattress should I buy? Expert advice for your sleep style
However you sleep, whatever your budget, I've found your dream bed
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Nectar vs Casper 2024 – which mattress brand is best?
We set the Nectar vs Casper in a head-to-head to see which mattress wins. After months of tests, Casper sleeps better, but Nectar is kinder to your wallet
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The only DreamCloud mattress deals you need to know about − from a sleep writer and sales hunter
When you shop the best DreamCloud mattress deals, you can save hundreds of dollars on some of America's best-selling beds
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Best Nectar mattress deals − selected by a sleep writer and sales hunter
When you shop the Nectar mattress deals, you can save hundreds of dollars on plush memory foam models and high-tech hybrids
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I've spent hours searching through Amazon Prime Day bedding deals, but the best deals are actually on Cozy Earth
When you shop the Cozy Days sales with our exclusive code, you can save hundreds of dollars on breathable, sustainable bedding
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Best KitchenAid stand mixer 2024: which model do you need?
KitchenAid makes the best stand mixers on the market, but which is the best KitchenAid? We've tested them all to bring you this list.
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College dorm room checklist – everything you need to make a home away from home
From chic storage and timeless decor to sheets, shams, quilts, and comforters, here's everything you need to make your dorm feel like home
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I just graduated – here's how I'd deck out a dorm for less with the Amazon bedding sales
When you shop the best bedding on Amazon, you can save hundreds of dollars on chic sheets and supportive pillows to update your dorm
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What is a futon mattress? Your expert guide
For flexible comfort and short-term stays, there's nothing like a futon mattress − I've searched the web to bring you the best fold-out beds
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King vs California King mattress − what's the difference and which will suit you best?
I've weighed up the pros and cons of King vs California King mattresses to help you decide which big bed is best for your space
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Queen vs King mattress − what's the difference and which will suit you best?
I've outlined all the pros and cons of Queen vs King mattresses to help you decide which size meets your style needs and budget constraints
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