Jo Plumridge

Jo Plumridge

Jo Plumridge is a freelance writer and photographer with over 20 years of experience writing for a variety of magazines, books and websites. She writes, perhaps unsurprisingly, about photography but also extensively on all things sleep and interior design related, alongside home and tech product reviews. She’s lived in the middle of a nature reserve in Botswana and written a guidebook to New Zealand, but now spends a lot of time trying to photograph the cats she and her husband foster for a local charity - without a doubt the most challenging subjects on earth!

Articles by: Jo Plumridge

A spring poking out of an old, damaged mattress

8 signs it's time to replace your mattress

By Jo Plumridge published

If your bed is no longer a welcoming sight at night, it might be time to replace your mattress. Here's what to look out for.

A person in bed holding a hot drink

6 hacks to keep you warm at night without putting the heating on

By Jo Plumridge published

Keep the chill away with these cosy tips that mean you won't have to leave the heating on all night.

Man lies in bed with one hand behind his head

How to make a mattress firmer: 8 things to try when your bed's too soft

By Jo Plumridge published

Top tips for turning a too-soft mattress into one that's just right.

Man and woman rotate their double mattress

How long does a mattress last? Plus, key signs that it’s time to upgrade

By Jo Plumridge last updated

Are your mattress's days numbered? Find out how long it'll probably last, and how you can prolong its lifespan.

Eight Sleep Pod cover

Eight Sleep smart mattress cover price drop! Add dual-zone cooling and heating to your bed

By Jo Plumridge published

The Eight Sleep Pod range lets you control the temperature for a great night's sleep.

Sony A7 camera in the hand

Sony’s full-frame mirrorless turns 10: The real mirrorless camera dawn

By Jo Plumridge published

On October 16 2013, Sony launched the A7 and A7R, cameras that set the market in motion away from DSLR to mirrorless

Woman asleep on the floor

Is sleeping on the floor good for you? We asked a sleep expert for their opinion

By Jo Plumridge published

Thinking about sleeping on the floor? We investigate the positives and negatives.

Woman sat up, rubbing her eyes and looking tired, with a mug in her hand

Sleep debt: can you catch up on sleep? We ask an expert

By Jo Plumridge published

What is sleep debt? We look at how to recover from it and how to avoid it in the first place.

A person with neck pain sitting on the edge of an uncomfortable bed

How to sleep on an uncomfortable bed: make your bed a happier place to be

By Jo Plumridge published

We’ve rounded up the ways to help you get the best night’s sleep possible on an uncomfortable bed.

A woman asleep in bed

How much sleep do you need as you age? A sleep expert tells us all

By Jo Plumridge published

Sleep is essential to our wellbeing. But do our requirements change as we get older?

A person lying in bed with restless legs syndrome

What is restless legs syndrome? We asked a sleep expert for their insights

By Jo Plumridge published

Is restless legs syndrome ruining your sleep? An expert explains how to manage and live with it.

A woman in bed having suffered from night sweats

What are night sweats and should you be concerned about them?

By Jo Plumridge published

We speak to an expert about how to deal with night sweats and their underlying causes.

A person asleep in bed with their mouth slightly open

What is sleep talking? We ask a sleep expert to explain

By Jo Plumridge published

What’s going on when you talk in your sleep? We investigate this parasomnia.

A person asleep in bed, suffering from sleep paralysis

What is sleep paralysis? A sleep expert explains all

By Jo Plumridge published

What is sleep paralysis, and how do you handle it if you’re a sufferer?

A person having a nap on a yellow sofa with a phone beside her

Can naps help you sleep better? We asked a sleep expert

By Jo Plumridge published

Is a daytime nap a good idea, or will it disturb your sleep at night?

Linenspa Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress

Linenspa Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress review

By Jo Plumridge published

Can Linenspa’s budget hybrid mattress provide you with a good night’s sleep? We reviewed the 20cm / 8 inch version to see

The Emma Mattress shown on a black metal bed frame and photographed against a green background

This is how long a memory foam mattress lasts – and when to replace yours

By Jo Plumridge, Claire Davies last updated

Memory foam mattresses are long-lasting but only if you care for them – here’s why and what you need to do.

Saatva vs Avocado, featuring the Saatva Classic and Avocado Green side by side

Saatva vs Avocado: which luxury mattress is best for your sleep?

By Jo Plumridge last updated

Can’t decide between the Saatva Classic and the Avocado Green Mattress? We compare them across all key points to help you choose the right one for your needs.

GhostBed Luxe mattress feature image has a woman sitting across the bed

The GhostBed Luxe: Should you buy this premium cooling mattress?

By Jo Plumridge published

The GhostBed Luxe claims to be the ‘coolest bed in the world’ – but does it live up to the hype?

Image shows the Simba Hybrid Pro Mattress unboxed yet still compressed and rolled in plastic before the off-gassing process begins

What is mattress off-gassing and is it dangerous to your health?

By Jo Plumridge published

Wondering why your new mattress smells weird? It’s down to off-gassing and here’s what causes it and how to speed it up…

The DreamCloud Mattress

The DreamCloud Mattress: Should you buy this luxury hybrid?

By Jo Plumridge last updated

The DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid is a winner with back sleepers, but what about other sleeping styles? We break down the pros and cons here...

How often should you flip or rotate your mattress: Two people laugh as they rotate their double mattress in their bedroom

How often should you flip or rotate your mattress?

By Jo Plumridge last updated

Should you flip or rotate your mattress? It depends on what your mattress is made of. Here’s why….

Image shows an unmade bed with a mattress that's sagging slightly in places

You can’t fix a sagging mattress, but you can reduce the sag – here’s how

By Jo Plumridge last updated

Mattresses deteriorate with age, so here's how to minimize sagging in a mattress to extend its lifespan.

A person uses a magnifying glass to spot bed bugs on a mattress

How to spot bed bugs on your mattress and prevent them from coming back

By Jo Plumridge last updated

Think you’ve got bed bugs? We’ll explain how to identify these pests, then remove them from your space for good.

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