Bedrooms

Such a Bright Idea — This DIYer Turned Budget IKEA Lampshades Into a Japandi-Style, Designer-Look Pendant in Less Than an Hour

This simple DIY takes no time at all to make and results in a beautiful Japanese-style pendant that brightens boring corners

By Lilith Hudson Published 7 September 25

I Asked Bedding Experts the Most Searched Questions on 'Thread Count' — Here's What You Need to Know Before Buying New Sheets

What's the best thread count for sheets? Does it actually matter? Let's demystify this often misunderstood quality of bed sheets

By Luke Arthur Wells Published 30 June 25

Can't Sleep in the Heat? 10 Things to Try Tonight That'll Help You Stay Cooler at Night

The temperature can be one of the main reasons you may struggle to sleep in the warmer months. Here’s what you need to do to combat this during a heatwave

By Becca Cullum-Green Published 19 June 25

I Didn't Expect to Love This Rise & Fall Bedding So Much — This Might Be the Best Fitted Sheet I've Reviewed

Rise & Fall's Crisp & Cool cotton bedding seemed pretty ordinary out of the pack, but once it came to the sleep test, I was a total convert

By Luke Arthur Wells Published 18 June 25

Is Secret Linen Store's Luxury Bedding Worth the Price Tag? I Tested Its 100% Linen Bedding Comprehensively

Dive under the covers of Secret Linen Store's luxury linen bedding and see how it stood up to our testing process

By Luke Arthur Wells Published 12 June 25

8 Art Deco Bedrooms That Bring a Modern Take on This Style's Glamorous Luxury

Bring some 1920s elegance to your bedroom with these rooms that take inspiration from the classic design motifs of the Art Deco era

By Luke Arthur Wells Published 29 May 25

I Put Bed Threads Luxury Flax Linen Bed Sheets Through Their Paces — Here's How They Faired Against the Competition

This Australian bedding brand is a relatively new arrival to the UK, but can it compete with other luxury sheet makers?

By Luke Arthur Wells Published 28 May 25

5 Bedroom Colors That Have Gone Out of Style in 2025 — Plus the Shades Designers Are Using Instead

Looking to redecorate your bedroom this year? Steer clear of these outdated hues if you want a fresh, contemporary-looking space

By Lilith Hudson Published 28 March 25

This Simple Trick Turns a Basic IKEA Sofa into a Skirted Style Icon in Seconds — It's So Easy to Copy

You don't need a whole new sofa to get a whole new look; a skirted slip cover and a few simple tricks can transform the couch you already know and love

By Olivia Wolfe Published 7 January 25

7 Bedroom Lighting Mistakes — Experts Say They "Scream 'Wrong Vibe'" And Ruin Your Aesthetic

Avoid these lighting blunders at all costs if you want your bedroom to be everything you dreamt it would be

By Natasha Brinsmead Published 30 December 24

This Genius DIYer Recreated a $2,500 Scalloped Dresser Using Budget IKEA Furniture

DIY influencer Dannie Berger walks us through the process of building a designer dresser for only $740, using just a flatpack base, a few power tools and some elbow grease

By Daisy Finch Published 30 December 24

42 IKEA Hacks That Prove Even Inexpensive Flatpack Can Still Create a Designer-Look Home

Hacking some of IKEA's best-loved furniture and decor can help your home look expensive, elevated, and bespoke, while sticking to a budget

By Luke Arthur Wells Last updated 17 December 24

This DIY Used Simple Bobbin Detailing to Make Second-Hand IKEA Look High-End Vintage — Here's How to Do It

Before you throw out your old and boring nightstands, think about whether you could transform them instead

By Olivia Wolfe Published 3 December 24

Where to Spend Your Bedding Budget — Experts Say This Is Where They Splurge and Where They Save

We’ve consulted bedding experts for their advice on the bedding items you should – and where you definitely should not – be spending your bedding budget

By Marina Rabin Published 24 November 24

Not Your Grandma's Ruffled Bedding! How the 'Coquette' Aesthetic Brought Back Prettier Bed Styling

There's a new take on classic frills that's making this traditional style bedding feel fresh and right for right now

By Hugh Metcalf Published 19 November 24

Is Putting Carpet in Bedrooms Considered Passé These Days? This Interior Designer Called it "Dated and Suburban" — Let's Discuss

For some it's a standard design choice, but for others it conjures images of stained dorm room floors. So is it a good look still, or one that's got to go?

By Olivia Wolfe Published 23 October 24

These On-Trend Futons Are Not the Ones You Remember From College (and They Could Be the Answer to Better Sleep)

Japanese futons are trending and you might be surprised to know that these traditional floor mattresses make for a heavenly night's rest

By Olivia Wolfe Published 8 September 24

This "LACK Hack" Is the Most Elegant Thing You Can Do With IKEA's Budget Shelves

A Los Angeles-based creator turned IKEA's basic floating shelves into a wall unit that transforms a corner of his apartment

By Hugh Metcalf Published 1 September 24

Cooling Comforters Are the Answer to Better Sleep When It's Hot Out — We Asked Experts How They Work

These comforters are the breathable solution for hot sleepers and the perfect remedy to soaring summer temperatures

By Olivia Wolfe Published 18 July 24

How to plan a walk-in closet - the expert guide to getting the most from your space

Knowing how to plan a walk-in closet means you can have a space like the one in Carrie Bradshaw's dreams

By Pip Rich Last updated 27 October 22

Simba Hybrid Luxe review: invest in a great night's sleep

The Simba Hybrid Luxe is the latest and most advanced mattress from this British mattress brand. But does it live up to the claims it boasts its 10 layers offer? We put it to the test

By Lindsey Davis Last updated 9 May 22

Best mattress topper: 7 topper options to upgrade your sleep comfort

Our shortlist of the best mattress topper has been selected with everyone in mind for all budgets and sleep positions

By Jaclyn Turner Published 8 February 22

The Little Green Sheep’s Natural Dual-Sided Pocket Sprung mattress review: the best night’s sleep Mother Nature can offer

We’ve thoroughly tested The Little Green Sheep’s Natural Pocket Sprung mattress but is it the bee’s knees or a rotten apple? Read on to find out…

By Linda Clayton Published 29 October 21

Emma Premium mattress review: a luxury offering from British mattress masters

Heard the hype about the new Emma Premium mattress and wondering if it could be for you? We went under the covers to find out…

By Linda Clayton Published 18 October 21

Give your bed a designer approved upgrade with Abigail Ahern's new bedding collection

Get moody in the bedroom with this striking new collaboration from maximalist designer Ahern and luxe bedding company, Secret Linen Store

By Ginevra Benedetti Last updated 8 March 21

Inside the world's most beautiful bedrooms

The most sumptuous sleeping chambers are revealed in a new book

By Lotte Brouwer Published 9 January 20

Guest Bedrooms Are Open for Business: Here's How To Get Yours Ready For Guests

By Lotte Brouwer Published 22 July 20