Louise Oliphant
After graduating with a MA in International Journalism, Louise started her journey to better sleep working in PR for a luxury bedding brand. Joining the other side of the desk as Ecommerce Editor first at Real Homes and now at Homes and Gardens, Louise brings bags of bedding expertise to help you wind down well. A connoisseur of the mattress world she's tried, tested, and reviewed some of the top sleep products - and has all the know-how when it comes to finding the best bed for you. As a beauty sleep advocate, she enjoys nothing more than helping readers find solutions and products that best suit their sleep needs.
Aside from buying guides and reviews to help get essential shut eye, Louise also curates shopping content for homeware items that’ll add a decorative touch to your space. Holding a BA in Fine Art, Louise’s artistic flair has injected her interior style with a love for classic colors and iconic design. While she currently lives in a rented high-rise apartment, she longs for a home with a separate space she could call her studio. When she's not typing, you'll either find Louise at an art exhibition or, (wine in hand) relaxing at home with friends.
Latest articles by Louise Oliphant
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5 mattress buying mistakes to avoid, according to experts
From price and policy to comfort and style, there's a lot to look out for when buying a new mattress. Follow these experts shopping tips on common mattress-buying mistakes to avoid
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What is the worst mattress material? Here's what you should opt for instead
After reviewing more than thirty mattresses, this is the worst mattress material to choose – and the best type to buy when it comes to performance and cost
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How to dispose of a mattress: the eco-friendly ways to get rid of your old bed
How to dispose of a mattress depends on the state you live in, and its rules and regulations – here's how to get rid of your mattress safely, according to the experts
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Is it good to sleep on latex mattresses? Sleep experts assess the benefits of a greener bed
Here's everything you need to know about whether it is good to sleep on a latex mattress, or not, including the benefits and drawbacks of this eco-friendly material, according to experts
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Do I need a box spring? Experts confirm the best base for your bed
Find out whether a box spring is the best for your bed, and the alternative options if it isn't quite right
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Are organic mattresses a hoax? Experts explain green marketing claims
Marketing jargon and certifications may claim mattresses are organic – experts explain how to spot signs of greenwashing and confirm whether organic mattresses are real
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Stiff neck from sleeping? Here's how your pillow can help
Experts explain how choosing the best pillow for you can help with a stiff neck – find the pillow that suits your sleep position, size, and weight to wake up free from aches and pains
By Louise Oliphant Published
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Is it better to sleep without a pillow? An expert explains the benefits and drawbacks
If you wake up with aches and pains, you might last 'Is it better to sleep without a pillow?' – sleep experts explain what's best based on your sleep needs
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Can a mattress help with back pain? Chiropractors confirm how the right bed can better your back
We've consulted a registered doctor and chiropractor to confirm how the mattress you sleep on could help with symptoms of back pain – here's what they had to say
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Best box mattress: sweet dreams delivered straight to your door
We've tried and tested the best box mattresses to make sure these cheaper beds don't compromise comfort or cost – these are the most convenient mattresses on the market
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Are light or dark bed sheets best for sleep? Experts reveal the best shade
Find out whether light or dark bed sheets are best for sleep, and what the best shade is, according to interior designers and sleep experts
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What's the worst bed sheet color to choose? Our sleep editor advises on a better choice
After sleeping under every bed sheet color possible, there's one color bed sheet you should avoid using in the bedroom – Interior designers confirm what is the worst bed sheet color to choose
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Duvet vs comforter: experts uncover the best bedding to sleep under
Our sleep expert explains the pros and cons of a duvet vs comforter and compares the best-rated products to help you find out which bedding is best for you
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Percale vs sateen: what's the difference and which bed sheet should you buy?
From finish and feel to how much they cost and how well they wash, cotton percale and sateen sheets are very different – a bedding expert breaks down everything you need to know
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Are firm mattresses better for your back? Experts reveal the comfiest bed for back pain
Find out whether a firm mattress is better for your back – or not – and what the comfiest mattress is for back pain, according to experts
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Best cooling mattress toppers and pads – tested for chilling and sleeping
Tested and reviewed by hot sleepers, one of the best cooling mattress toppers and pads will transform your sleep so you can sweat-less and chill more
By Louise Oliphant Published
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Is it good to sleep on the floor? Mattress expert confirms what's best for your back
There are some benefits, but also health risks to sleeping on the floor – find out what is the best surface to sleep on according to the experts.
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I'm a sleep editor – these are the 15 Way Day bedding deals worth scrolling
15 sleep editor-approved bedding deals to make the most of during Wayfair's 48-hour Way Day sale, including hundreds of dollars off our top-rated mattresses
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What is the worst bed sheet material to choose? And what you should buy instead
After sleeping under more than thirty sheet sets, this is the worst bed sheet material you can buy – and the best fabric to go for when it comes to comfort, cost, and value for money
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Best plants to help with sleep – the houseplants experts say you have to bring into your bedroom
Plants purify the air and help you breathe better, but some have soothing scents to help you drift off quicker – these are the best houseplants experts approve for better sleep
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Pilling sheets? Here's how to prevent your bedding from pilling, and the best fabrics to invest in, according to an expert
Find out how to prevent, and remove pilling sheets in this expert-led guide, and the best anti-pilling sheets so you never have to struggle again
By Louise Oliphant Published
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Coastal bedding: our sleep editor reveals the trending bedding sets that won't leave you seasick
These are the 9 coastal bedding buys our sleep editor recommends to transform your room into a relaxing coastal retreat
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How much should I spend on sheets? The costs to consider before buying bedding
A good quality bedding set can cost a lot, so how much should you spend on sheets? We uncover the best price for bed sheets based on the brand, material and thread count
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Pillow case vs sham – what's the difference and which do you need?
Experts from big name bedding brands uncover the difference between a pillow case vs sham, so you can find the best sleep surface for you
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