
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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These are the best places to buy Halloween decor – 5 spookily chic collections worth shouting about
Halloween wreaths and garlands, dining and kitchenware, throw pillows and blankets: these stores stock everything you'll need for the holiday season
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Trust me – head to Target for the largest and most affordable Christmas decor collection of 2024
I'm a shopping writer and a sales hunter – these are my favorite finds from Target's Wondershop, from festive wreaths to Christmas trees
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I tried the million-dollar Hästens mattress – but I can't stop dreaming about this $10,000 alternative
There's so much more to Hästens than the Grand Vividus − I took a trip to the luxury mattress factory in Köping, Sweden, to see for myself
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I tested the Bear Natural Mattress − now, I can't wait to go to bed
I sampled the Bear Natural Mattress back in April before I called it home for long-term testing − breathable and bouncy, it's worth the wait
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How to make an air mattress more comfortable – 5 tips to elevate an air bed
I asked an expert panel of interior designers how to make an air mattress more comfortable − and how to style it to impress your guests
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How to make an uncomfortable mattress more comfy – 6 tips from a mattress tester
We've all endured a sleepless night on an uncomfortable bed. This is how to make the most of a lumpy bed
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Is it okay for a mattress to have fiberglass? A sleep editor investigates
I asked mattress manufacturers and medical professionals how to tell if your mattress contains fiberglass – and what to do if it does
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Should you put a mattress directly on the floor? Experts outline the pros and cons
I spoke to mattress manufacturers and sleep scientists to find out whether it's ever a good idea to put a mattress directly on the floor
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How to break in a mattress − expert tips from mattress testers
I spoke to mattress manufacturers and sleep scientists to learn how to break in a mattress for better sleep on a time crunch
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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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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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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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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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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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Nectar vs Casper – 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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Best KitchenAid stand mixer: 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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What is an orthopedic mattress? Your expert guide
An orthopedic mattress could align your spine and ease your aches and pains – just try not to be taken in by the marketing jargon
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I finally tried the custom Pluto Pillow and now I get the hype
As seen on Shark Tank, this custom pillow is made to your exact specifications so that you can get the best night's sleep
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What is a pocket sprung mattress? Your expert guide
For responsive support with minimal motion transfer, try a pocket sprung mattress – I've outlined the pros and cons to help you shop smart
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