Using mattress reviews to choose the best foam mattress for you Buying a new mattress is an important decision, and you have plenty of options to choose from. So how do you make sure you get the best mattress for you? You need to choose the right type of mattress to suit your needs and …
Top tips on mattress care and maintenance A good mattress should last you well over a decade with proper care. At the Sleep Republic, all our mattresses come with a 12-year warranty. We make high quality pocket spring mattresses, that will stand the test of time. With over 20 years in the business, we’ve learned how to …
Co-sleeping with baby: what you need to know When parents sleep in the same beds as their babies, it’s called co-sleeping. It’s the way humans have naturally raised their children for thousands of years, and it’s still common practice in many parts of the world. However, co-sleeping is less popular than it used to be. …
Change your sleep patterns for the better Sleep deprivation is the worst. It can affect our moods, our concentration, our energy levels and our physical health – did you know long-term sleep deficiency can increase your risk of heart disease and diabetes? Yet in a world filled with non-stop demands and distractions, it can be hard to …
Not everyone wakes up each morning with a smile on their face and spring in their step. We all live busy lives, and our health often suffers because of it. It could be the glasses of wine you had last night; the stress of waking up late, getting stuck in traffic; or the fast food …
Life changes when you invest in a good mattress. Finally, you know what it means to have a good night’s sleep. Your partner’s tossing and turning no longer affects you, you no longer wake up stiff and sore and falling asleep is as effortless as counting to five. When buying your mattress, you would …
You’ve eliminated caffeine from your diet, put away your cell phone before bedtime and have a quality bed that promises a good night’s sleep. Despite this, you still spend the night tossing and turning – unable to nod off. If this sounds familiar, don’t head off to your doctor for a prescribed sedative just …
Childhood is a period of tremendous growth, and everything your child does during this time helps them develop towards adulthood. Sleep is no different, which is why you should put plenty of thought and care into how your child will be sleeping once they’re ready to have a bed of their own. Making the …
Human ingenuity is a wonderful thing, and it’s what we have to thank for the products we use in our daily lives. It’s our ability to improve on things that resulted in cars developing better safety systems and our homes being built using brick and mortar instead of straw and mud. The mattress is …
Living in a pet, pollen and dust filled world isn’t easy when you’re an allergy sufferer. The constant sneezing, watery eyes and heaving coughs aren’t particularly nice to deal with. You would think that your bed would be the safest place for you; wrong! Allergy sufferers can have problems sleeping due to the allergens lurking …
Why is Latex used so often in mattress construction? Latex is a great material functionally in mattresses because it has excellent rebound, softness and resilience characteristics. It is an excellent comfort layer, it feels good and rebounds and recovers really well from compression. It has the added advantage of being all or part natural (more …
Skin is the largest organ of the human body. Added to that it’s covered in nerves and sensory receptors which make touch and feel so important. Research shows that the physical touch directly affects how you feel. The softer the touch, the happier we feel. No wonder babies and children so often need that soft …
There is no delicate way of putting this, but us humans are ‘leaky’ creatures. The collective amount of fluid perspired and exhaled while in bed is mind blowing, and the cumulative weight of dried skin sloughed would weigh more than some airlines’ cabin allowance. Apologies, we hope you’re not reading this while eating! Prevention With …
Yep. Better nights roll out from each Sleep Republic box. It starts with ordering your mattress online. Then, the box arrives at your doorstep the very same day (!), waiting for you to unravel the magic. Dreamy, isn’t it? Our happy customers think so. They love that getting their new mattress is fuss-free–no need to …
Okay I get buying my Nespresso pods and clothing online, but a mattress, really? You need a new mattress, your current one is getting tired, maybe you’re getting a bit of back pain, there’s a huge concave pit in the middle and frankly it feels like it came out on the First Fleet. You know …
Everybody loves a bargain. No matter how much an item costs, if it’s discounted by a significant margin, consumers believe it’s a great deal and that they win by taking advantage of it. The psychology behind discounts Having a sale works by tapping into “discounts psychology”. It’s why consumers come out in droves to shop …
We dig deep to find the best type of mattress to help relieve back pain, according to science There are many causes of back pain and it is important for serious or chronic back pain that you see a qualified medical professional for treatment or advice. This article is not meant to replace professional medical …
Yes, your mattress really does affect how well you sleep. Take a look the 2011 study published by Research Triangle International. The study tested several interesting hypotheses, and the findings were very revealing… Over a period of 4 years, 128 healthy people (no sleep problems to note) tested 7 mattresses of varying firmness from the …
Sound slumber results in increased energy and productivity, improved health, a better mood, even a longer life. Not to mention the difference in how you feel after a satisfying 8 hours of quality rest. So how do we get to this magical land of rest and REM? Do these 8 things, and I can confidently …
We’re here today to teach you about using protection…mattress protection that is. “What exactly is a mattress protector?” you may ask. “What’s it used for? Is it protecting me, or the mattress… or me from the mattress?” Let’s start with a fact: Humans are made up of about 60% water. What does that mean for …
Sag and body impression – what’s what and and what’s acceptable? BODY IMPRESSION. If you’ve had your mattress for awhile you may notice some ‘dipping’ or body impression in the surface, usually there will be one or two distinct areas (or maybe even three if there’s a big spoilt dog around!). Unless a mattress is …
