Bedroom

If you prefer to sleep on your back, you’ll probably want a medium-firm mattress to align your spine and keep your shoulders, hips, and lower back comfortable.

It takes some effort, but you can find a decent, comfortable mattress that won’t break the bank. Here are five we recommend.

Shopping for mattresses can be a nightmare, and searching specifically for an innerspring model is its own special hell. Let us help.

We spent hundreds of hours researching and testing more than 50 throws. Here are 11 throws we think are the best to curl up with for a nap.

These simple solutions will help reduce the giant mountain of clothes hanging out in your bedroom.

Our pillow expert has tested dozens of pillows. Here’s a love letter to the wedge pillow she can’t live without.

One of the editors on the Wirecutter sleep team has tested dozens of mattresses, but she still misses her Japanese futon.

Target’s Casaluna Premium Down Comforter is one of the most affordable comforters we’ve tested, yet it has ethical down and still feels cozy and luxurious.

Redoing your room doesn’t have to blow your budget. Here’s a handful of less-pricey picks for mattresses, pillows, and everything in between (ahem, sheets).

We had our testers try 18 shredded, solid-slab, layered, and contoured memory-foam pillows. Their overall favorite: the Nest Bedding Easy Breather Pillow.

On the hunt for a timeless bed frame or luxe linen sheets? Here’s a selection of our favorite investment pieces to jazz up your sleeping space.

To get a great set of sheets, thread count matters. But it’s not the main criterion you should use—the quality of the cotton and the yarns matters more.

After sleeping on a Floyd bed frame for several years, one of our editors offers their take on things to consider before you buy.

Cleaning your comforter can be a big job, but a proper wash every few years should keep it lofty and fresh. Here’s how to do it right.

Blankets don’t have to be cleaned as often as sheets, but a proper wash a few times a year is a good idea. We explain how to launder several kinds of blankets.

After testing dozens of heated mattress pads and blankets over the years, we found the best ones to keep you cozy at night.

Here’s every set of sheets we recommend, from breezy summer linen to cozy winter flannel, from neutral solids to quirky prints.

Here are some of the most popular home and lifestyle Wirecutter picks from 2023.

These aren’t the high-end sheets you might find at a resort, but our testers found their quality comparable to that of sets costing three times more.

Stress less and make guests feel at home by stocking up on these cheap(ish) essentials and nice-to-haves before they arrive for an overnight stay.

Transforming a communal area into a comfortable, peaceful escape for your visitors is easy as long as you have the right stuff.

Like any other bedding, pillows need a deep cleaning every now and then. We explain how to wash all kinds of pillows.

After six years and almost 200 hours of research and testing, we still prefer L.L.Bean’s Ultrasoft Comfort Flannel Sheet Set.

A great weighted blanket is soothing, cozy, and attractive on your bed or sofa. We have nine to recommend for adults and kids.

The ChiliPad promises to cool down even the sweatiest sleepers. We were skeptical, but our tester found it a surprising solution for a better night’s sleep.

We tested 14 protectors and found that the SafeRest Premium Mattress Protector is the best at keeping mattresses dry while still being comfortable to sleep on.

After 17 hours of research, we think Protect-A-Bed’s AllerZip Smooth Mattress Encasement and Pillow Protectors are the best to ward off bedbugs and dust mites.

We tested three of the most expensive sheets sets available—ranging from $1,000 to $2,000—to see how they compared with the cotton sheets we already recommend.

We researched and tested dozens of bedroom lamps and found seven different styles we loved, in a range of prices, to suit any bedside table.

Purple’s gridded, jiggly foam may feel weird to many people. We recommend trying the mattresses in person before you buy.

We’ll walk you through the step-by-step checklist of everything you need to do to clean your mattress and bedding ahead of spring.

Functional hooks are plentiful, stylish hooks exist. The trick is finding both in one package. Here are 11 that our staff use and love for reducing clutter.

Not a morning person? Not a problem. Here are eight expert-approved strategies for getting out of bed without hitting snooze.

If you share your bed with a pet, some simple strategies and durable gear can help protect against accidents and keep your space clean and comfortable.

We take a real-world look at the advantages and disadvantages of owning a Sleep Number adjustable mattress, plus note our own experience sleeping on one.

Bedbugs can get the best of us, but there are steps you can take to beat them.

Leesa offers four mattresses: the foam-on-coil Leesa Legend and Leesa Hybrid, and the all-foam Leesa and Leesa Studio. After testing, we like the Hybrid.

Get the best for less. Here are six deals on Wirecutter-approved top picks.

If you’re considering a Tuft & Needle, here’s what you should know about its Original, Mint, and Hybrid mattresses.

Helix offers a large line of 14 mattresses. We think the Helix Plus is worth considering.

After more than a hundred hours of research, and over a month sleeping with eight sleep trackers, we think SleepScore and Sleep Cycle are the most helpful.

Our pillow expert tested the oddly shaped Pillow Cube that’s been taking over social media. Conclusion: It’s not life-changing, but it’s not bad either.

Cleaning your mattress helps keep mites, stains, and odors at bay. Here’s how to do it right.

Here’s what you need to know about spring, foam, and hybrid mattresses—and which type will work best for you.

The Somnox sleep robot is a soft, “breathing” lima bean that you hug to fall asleep.

Bedtime shouldn’t be a fight. Instead of picking your battles, automate them—with one of these smart-lighting sleep solutions.

The right frame, mattress, and bedding can promote better rest and pull together your entire room with a lot less effort and money than you might think.

If you want to take advantage of Presidents’ Day mattress sales, here are eight pitfalls to avoid so you can buy a mattress you’ll happily sleep on for years.