Articles by 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 woman in bed having suffered from night sweats

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

By Jo Plumridge published 15 May 23

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

Sealy Posturepedic Elevate Ultra Franklin Firm Mattress review 2025

By Jo Plumridge published 7 May 23

Combining a traditional feel and modern materials, is the Sealy Franklin Firm the ultimate choice for back pain sufferers?

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 1 May 23

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

The Origin Coolmax Latex Pillow on a bed, leaning against the headboard

Origin Coolmax Latex Pillow review: great quality but not for everyone

By Jim McCauley published 28 April 23

The Origin Coolmax Latex Pillow is firm and springy with great cooling, but it's one you'll either love or hate.

A person asleep in bed, suffering from sleep paralysis

What is sleep paralysis? A sleep expert explains all

By Jo Plumridge published 18 April 23

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 13 March 23

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

Silentnight Divan Base photographed from above in a bedroom

Silentnight Divan Base Review 2025

By Jo Plumridge published 17 February 23

The Silentnight Divan Base offers an excellent choice of storage options, but how does it stack up to sleep on?

Press shot of the Nectar Premier Hybrid mattress in a bedroom

Nectar Premier Hybrid Mattress review 2025

By Jo Plumridge published 29 January 23

Is the Nectar Premier Hybrid another winner from the popular mattress company?

The Nectar Essential Hybrid mattress in a bedroom

Nectar Essential Hybrid Mattress Review 2025

By Jo Plumridge published 15 January 23

Recommended

Is the Nectar Essential Hybrid a great choice for back sleepers? We investigate in our review.

Linenspa Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress review

By Jo Plumridge published 26 December 22

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

Press shot of the Silentnight Lift Replenish Hybrid 2000 mattress

Silentnight Lift Replenish Hybrid 2000 Mattress review

By Jo Plumridge last updated 16 December 22

Recommended

Does the Silentnight Lift Replenish Hybrid 2000 mattress really give you scientifically-proven better sleep?

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 6 December 22

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

Should I buy the Purple Plus mattress?

By Jo Plumridge published 14 November 22

The Purple Plus mattress contains the brand’s unique ‘Purple Grid’, but will its unique feel suit your sleep style?

Simba GO Hybrid Mattress review

By Jo Plumridge published 13 November 22

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Is Simba’s GO mattress the best environmentally friendly option in the UK mattress market?

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 15 August 22

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 26 July 22

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: Should you buy this luxury hybrid?

By Jo Plumridge last updated 21 July 22

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?

By Jo Plumridge last updated 12 July 22

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 12 July 22

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 7 July 22

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

A couple go mattress shopping and the woman lies on a white mattress with her arms outstretched

The beginner’s guide to Black Friday mattress shopping

By Jo Plumridge last updated 28 November 21

First-time Black Friday mattress shoppers, here’s what to keep in mind when hitting the sales.