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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Best organic mattress 2024 – non-toxic beds, tried and tested
The best organic mattress is better for your body and for the environment − these are a few of my favorites, ranked and reviewed by experts
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These are the 9 bedroom essentials I can't sleep without − and they're all on sale
I shopped my linen closet to bring you the best bedding I've ever tested at the lowest prices you'll see this summer
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There's up to 60% off Pottery Barn Teen bedding – here's what you need for the perfect dorm room setup
Save on sheets, shams, quilts, comforters, and everything else you need to style your (or your kid's) dorm room in the Pottery Barn Teen bedding sales
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Best cooling comforter 2024: tested for sweat-free sleep
The best cooling comforter could save your sleep this summer – these are my favorite finds, tested by hot sleepers, for hot sleepers
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Is it good to sleep on latex mattresses? Sleep experts assess the benefits of a greener bed
I asked mattress makers and sleep experts what makes latex so special and whether it's really the best mattress material
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Best cooling mattress protectors 2024 − ranked and reviewed for sweat-free sleep
I've found the best cooling mattress protectors to help you sleep cool and stay fresh this summer
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Which bedding do luxury hotels use? Hoteliers share their secrets for a five-star bedspread
I asked top hoteliers and head housekeepers all about their sheets and shams, so that you can get that hotel look and feel at home
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Best cooling mattress 2024 – tested by hot sleepers, for hot sleepers
The best cooling mattress is essential for hot sleepers and summer nights − these are our favorites from Tempur, Saatva, Zinus, and more
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The viral 'Cloud Bed Recipe' promises fluffier sheets and comfier sleep – and it's super easy to recreate
Lifestyle blogger Anni Vanderbeek is sharing the secret to deeper sleep, and she's linked everything you'll need in her Amazon storefront
By Emilia Hitching Published
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(redirected) To upgrade your bedroom on a budget, head to Wayfair every time – these are the best deals happening right now
When you shop the Wayfair bedding deals, you could save hundreds of dollars on mattresses, bed frames, and sheet sets
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Can you mix bed sheets? Yes − here's the secret to doing it stylishly
I asked bedding designers how to mix bed sheets by color and material so you can create a beautiful bespoke bedspread that works in harmony with your style
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How we test mattresses – H&G's expert review process explained
This article should tell you everything you need to know about how we test mattresses for comfort, cooling, and cost
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What's the difference between US and UK beds? Your expert guide to mattress fit and feel across the pond
Whether you're shopping for a Twin or a Single, a Full or a Double, you need to know the difference between US vs UK beds
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How to test a mattress − at home or in store
I asked mattress manufacturers and certified sleep experts how to test a mattress for the best night's sleep
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Drake has a $400,000 bed − we asked why and where you can buy it
This mattress 'masterpiece' lies at the heart of Drake's Toronto estate – here's how it's made and where to get the look for less
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Do I need hypoallergenic bed sheets? Expert insights from bedding designers
Hypoallergenic bed sheets could keep your bed and body cleaner, according to bedding designers and mattress makers
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The hot sleeper's checklist − everything you need to sleep cool this summer
From cooling pillows to breathable bed sheets, these 6 sleep essentials should keep you just the right side of cool and dry
By Emilia Hitching Published
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What is OEKO-TEX? What it means and why it matters
I asked bedding designers and mattress makers to explain the significance of OEKO-TEX certification for deep, clean sleep
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Do I need a hypoallergenic mattress? Expert insights from sleep scientists
Sleep coaches and mattress makers say that a hypoallergenic mattress could change the game for sensitive sleepers
By Emilia Hitching Published
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Saatva vs DreamCloud 2024: which mattress brand is best on test?
We set the Saatva Classic Mattress and the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid head-to-head to see which mattress is best on test
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Egyptian cotton vs Supima cotton − what's the difference and which meets your sleep needs?
I've outlined all the pros and cons of Egyptian cotton vs Supima cotton to help you find your material match
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Best cooling pillow 2024 – tested for hot sleepers and summer nights
I've tested the best cooling pillows from Saatva, Woolroom, Luxome, and more to help you sleep cool and feel fresh
By Emilia Hitching Published
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This unexpected Australian sleep secret could change the game for hot sleepers – we put wool bedding to the test
Forget everything you think you know about wool bedding − these sheets aren't itchy or scratchy, but soft, smooth and ultra-breathable
By Emilia Hitching Published
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I didn't know you could get silk pillows – until I tested this luxurious Cozy Earth pillow
A silk pillowcase is all well and good, but did you know you can get a completely silk pillow? The Cozy Earth Silk Pillow delivers cooling comfort from the inside out
By Emilia Hitching Published