Browsing: Bedroom
Everything for a better night’s sleep and a calmer bedroom: mattresses, bed frames, bed sizes, bedding, pillows, dressers and kids’ furniture. Browse every bedroom article below, or jump to a topic at the bottom of the page.
Twin XL Size: 38 x 80 Inches, How It Differs from Twin and Which Sheets Fit a Dorm Bed
A twin XL mattress measures 38 by 80 inches. That is the same width as a standard twin (38 by 75 inches) but five inches longer.…
Best Comforter: Down vs Down Alternative, Fill Power, Fill Weight and Baffle Box Construction
The best comforter depends on how warm you sleep, whether you have allergies and how much you want to spend. Down is warmer for its weight,…
Waterproof Mattress Protector: Vinyl vs TPU, Noise, Heat and How to Choose
A waterproof mattress protector shields your mattress from spills, sweat and accidents. Vinyl (PVC) is a strong, cheap barrier but it’s noisier and traps more heat.…
Heated Mattress Pad Guide: Safety, UL or ETL Marks, Wattage, Dual Zones, Washing and Overnight Use
Quick answer: a heated mattress pad is a thin pad with heating wires that goes on your mattress under the sheet to warm the bed. Choose…
Best Cooling Mattress Topper: Latex vs Gel Foam vs Wool and How to Choose
Sources generally rank latex as the coolest topper material, gel-infused memory foam as a middle ground between contouring and breathability and wool as a moisture-wicking, natural…
Standard Pillow Size: 20 x 26 Inches, Queen, King, Body and Euro Sizes and How Cases Fit
Quick answer: a standard pillow is usually 20 by 26 inches. A queen pillow is about 20 by 30 inches, a king pillow about 20 by…
Best Mattress for Heavy People: Firmness, Hybrid and Latex Construction, Weight Ratings and Warranty Checks
Quick answer: heavier sleepers usually do best on a medium-firm to firm hybrid or latex hybrid with reinforced pocketed coils and dense foam. Check whether the…
Latex Mattress Topper Guide: Dunlop vs Talalay, Feel, Cooling, Durability and Natural Content
Quick answer: a latex mattress topper is a layer of latex foam placed on top of a mattress to change its feel. Talalay latex is generally…
How to Stop a Squeaky Bed: Find the Source, Tighten Bolts, Wax Joints, Fix Slats and Box Springs
Quick answer: most bed squeaks come from loose hardware or friction. Take the mattress and box spring off the frame, test each part separately, tighten all…
RV Mattress Sizes Guide: Short Queen, RV King, Bunk Sizes and How to Measure
Quick answer: the most common RV mattress is a short queen at 60 by 75 inches, about five inches shorter than a standard queen. An RV…
