Improving your overall well-being begins with good sleep. Not only does quality rest improve our performance, but also strengthens our immunity and relieves stress. Considering we spend a third of our lives in bed, a comfy mattress is a must. However, with so many mattresses around, it’s easy to miss...

Mattresses of course are sold worldwide and sizes will vary between country to country. The sizes of mattresses are different in Europe compared to Ireland and the UK.   Choosing the right size when replacing your old mattress is very important so it fits your bed frame. More and more...

Sleeping on your front has huge drawbacks with many sleepers experiencing some type of pain. This position can place pressure on your lower back and neck if your mattress isn't providing enough support in the pelvic area or your pillow has to much loft. Our mattresses and pillows are the...

  A survey carried out in the UK shows that the average person keeps their duvet for far too long; 7.6 years to be exact. This same report suggested that up to 5 years was long enough to keep your duvet before changing. The quality of duvets vary and this...

Sleep Hygiene is about creating a routine to give yourself the best chance to sleep well each and ever night. Achieving a greats sleep is vital for both your physical and mental health.   Struggling to fall asleep or experiencing frequent sleep disturbances maybe be caused by poor sleep hygiene....

You have decided, now is the time to change your mattress. A mattress is perhaps the most important piece of furniture you can buy for your home and considering you will spend a third of your life sleeping on it, its vital you choose correctly.   Here are a few...

When decorating their bedroom most people will focus on the elements that reflect their needs when they are awake.  Your bedroom might offer convenience by day, but there is a chance it may have different impact at night. You still spend a third of each day there, so a hot,...

When is the last time you changed your pillow and I am not on about the pillow case. According to a recent study by a well-known bedding company, nearly all asked (92%) where aware of what can live and grow inside your pillow, which nearly 30% of your day is...

Shopping for a new mattress? The last thing you want to do is regret the size you choose. Your mattress is a long term investment  and at The Sleep Shop we believe bigger is better.   The majority of Irish couples sleep in a standard double bed which is only...