Articles by Ruth Jones, Staff Writer

Ruth is TechRadar’s Sleep Writer. She’s here to help you find the perfect sleep setup for your budget and personal preferences. As well as keeping a keen eye on everything that’s going on in the world of mattresses, she regularly speaks to experts to help you learn how to improve your sleep habits, whether that’s by debunking sleep myths or explaining the science behind it all. Prior to joining the TechRadar team, she put together features and product guides for new parents hoping to get a decent night's sleep, as well as writing for a variety of online spaces.

Articles by: Ruth Jones

What is the best temperature for sleep?

By Ruth Jones published 1 April 24

We asked the experts about the perfect temperature for the best night's sleep.

A basic black eye mask (left) and the Aura Smart sleep mask (right)

I swapped my £6 sleep mask for a £160 sleep mask – here's what I learned

By Ruth Jones published 31 March 24

The Aura smart sleep mask does more, but is it that much better than my basic eye mask?

A woman sits on bed using her laptop with her wet hair wrapped in a towel

Here’s what going to bed with wet hair does to your mattress – and it's disgusting

By Ruth Jones published 30 March 24

We asked an expert what happens when you sleep with wet hair and the answer will have you reaching for the hair dryer.

Mattress unzipped to show pocket coils and foam comfort layers on top

What are the benefits to buying a hybrid mattress?

By Ruth Jones published 28 March 24

Shopping for a new mattress? Here are the best reasons to consider buying a hybrid.

A young couple place frozen bed sheets on their mattress during the summer to help them sleep cooler

Do you need to rotate a hybrid mattress?

By Ruth Jones published 26 March 24

We explore why rotating your hybrid mattress can improve comfort and longevity – and when not to do it.

A woman works at a desk in her bedroom, next to her bed

I work from my bedroom – here's how I stop it from ruining my sleep

By Ruth Jones published 25 March 24

A bedroom office is a necessity for many remote workers – here's how I stop bedroom working from disrupting my sleep.

TechRadar Sleep team sitting on a mattress

What are the down-sides to buying a hybrid mattress?

By Ruth Jones published 25 March 24

Discover the potential down-sides to hybrid beds, and how price, motion isolation, and weight might affect your choice.

A woman prepares to put a comforter on a freshly cleaned mattress

#SundayReset – why changing your bed sheets is a surprising TikTok wellness trend

By Ruth Jones published 24 March 24

Is 3pm on Sunday the best time to change bed sheets? We asked an expert why a Sunday reset might boost your sleep.

What exactly is sleep hygiene – and why is it so important?

By Ruth Jones published 23 March 24

Learn how to develop a healthy pre-bed structure with sleep hygiene, so good sleep becomes routine.

From hay fever to changeable weather, here's how spring can ruin your sleep – and what you can do about it

By Ruth Jones published 22 March 24

We asked an expert how to deal with spring sleep challenges for better rest in this transitional season.

Sleep tourism set to be the biggest travel trend of 2024, Hilton report reveals

By Ruth Jones published 21 March 24

Hilton hotels announces 'sleep retreats' as trend report shows the search for rest and relaxation is driving travel plans.

A couple rotate their mattress before putting it back on a slatted bed base

Do you need to flip a hybrid mattress?

By Ruth Jones published 21 March 24

We explore why you very rarely need to flip a hybrid mattress (and the few occasions you do).

3 expert-approved tricks for ultra-fluffy pillows

By Ruth Jones published 21 March 24

Transform your pillows from pancake-flat to plump and inviting with these simple tips.

A woman lies on bed writing in her sleep diary

What is a sleep diary? And why should you keep one?

By Ruth Jones published 20 March 24

A sleep diary helps you identify patterns and behaviors that might be causing your bad rest. Here's how to keep one.

A woman lies in bed at night looking at the clock, unable to sleep

Clock-watching could be killing your sleep – why clocks have no place in the bedroom

By Ruth Jones published 19 March 24

Is watching the time tick away causing sleep anxiety? An expert explains why you should remove the clock from your bedroom.

A woman wakes up and stretches on her bed in a bedroom

Give your bedroom some TLC: how to use temperature, light and comfort to create the perfect sleep setup

By Ruth Jones published 18 March 24

A touch of TLC can transform your bedroom into a sleep sanctuary. Here's how to use temperature, light, and comfort.

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Aura smart sleep mask review

By Ruth Jones last updated 18 March 24

With total blackout and immersive sound, the Aura smart sleep mask is a new sleep experience, but not the most user-friendly.

A man wakes up happy after a great night's sleep

If you're going to nap, do it every day, say sleep experts

By Ruth Jones published 17 March 24

When it comes to napping, consistency is key. A sleep expert explains why naps are best when you have them regularly.

A woman sits on her mattress and stretches as she prepares to get out of bed

I’ve stopped lazing around in bed thanks to the 3-2-1 method – here’s how to do it

By Ruth Jones published 15 March 24

The 3-2-1 method gets you up with a simple countdown. To celebrate World Sleep Day, I gave it a try.

You actually can ‘bank’ your sleep for a later date – an expert explains how

By Ruth Jones published 14 March 24

We asked an expert whether storing sleep can offset the effects of sleep debt, and how to start sleep banking.

A woman makes a bed with a large fabric headboard

How to clean a headboard to get rid of dust and stains

By Ruth Jones published 13 March 24

Follow these 5 simple steps for a cleaner headboard and a fresher sleep setup.

A woman lies in bed listening to soothing white noise from a smartphone app

Using a white noise machine has improved my sleep – but not in the way I expected

By Ruth Jones published 12 March 24

How listening to white noise around bedtime helped me effectively achieve better rest.

One simple trick to make your bedtime routine the best part of the day

By Ruth Jones published 11 March 24

How setting aside your favorite activities can make bedtime more appealing and help you step away from screens.

Can't put your phone down before bed? Spotify might be your surprising sleep savior

By Ruth Jones published 8 March 24

How using music timers can encourage you to set limits for a healthier bedtime routine.

A mom and son brush their teeth before going to bed

Stop brushing your teeth just before bed, say sleep experts – here's why

By Ruth Jones published 7 March 24

Here's how to shuffle your evening for a better chance of a great night's sleep.

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