10/05/2026
Most people have never considered that how they sleep matters just as much as what they sleep on. ๐ด If youโve been waking up stiff, restless, or just not quite right, the answer could be simpler than you think. It might not be stress, it might just be your bed. ๐๏ธ
Whether youโre a side sleeper, back sleeper, or someone who ends up in every position by morning, the wrong mattress tension can cause real problems over time. ๐ญ๐ค๐
Weโve put together a full guide covering exactly what to look for based on your sleeping position, so you can stop guessing and actually wake up feeling rested. โจ
Read the full guide: https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/best-mattress-for-each-sleeping-position/
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Best Mattress for Each Sleeping Position | John Ryan By Design
Regardless of how you sleep, a mattress which doesn't suit your sleeping position is likely to cause problems. Discover the best mattress for your position.
06/05/2026
Simba is everywhere. The ads are on the telly, the discount codes are in every podcast, and the reviews look impressive. But strip away the marketing budget and what are you actually buying? ๐
Our honest 2026 review gets into the detail.
Read the full review: https://johnryanbydesign.co.uk/understanding-beds/are-simba-mattresses-any-good-an-honest-2026-review/
Are Simba Mattresses Any Good? An Honest 2026 Review - John Ryan By Design
Simba is the UK's most recognised mattress brand but there is a lot buyers should know before spending up to ยฃ1,299. Our honest review covers construction, the CMA pricing investigation, one-sided limitations, and handmade alternatives at every price point.
25/04/2026
Flaxby mattresses are an investment. But are you paying for genuinely superior materials and construction, or for the brand name on the label? ๐ค
We've gone through the spec in detail, so you don't have to take the marketing at face value.
Read the full review: https://buff.ly/8vbq9ge
Are Flaxby Mattresses Any Good? An Honest 2026 Review - John Ryan By Design
We explain who makes Flaxby mattresses, what the range actually contains, the documented pillow top problems, and what comparable alternatives look like at the same price.
24/04/2026
You've stayed in a Travelodge and slept surprisingly well. So what exactly is that mattress, and can you actually buy something similar for home? ๐๏ธ
We've investigated the spec, the supplier, and whether the alternatives on the market are worth your money instead.
Read the full guide: https://buff.ly/jTxEg6z
Travelodge Mattress: What Is It and What Are the Best Alternatives? (2026) - John Ryan By Design
We explain exactly what mattress Travelodge uses, who makes it, what it actually contains, why it feels different at home, and which alternatives may offer better value.
26/03/2026
Hot at night? ๐ฅ Waking up stiff? Replaced your mattress twice in ten years?
That's memory foam doing what memory foam does.
We stopped selling it because we don't think it serves people well. Natural fibre pocket springs breathe, last longer, can be matched to your bodyweight, and don't end up in landfill.
We've written the honest comparison guide ๐
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Pocket Spring vs Memory Foam: An Honest Comparison from the Makers - John Ryan By Design
Memory foam overheats, degrades faster than its guarantee suggests, and cannot be recycled. We stopped selling it for good reason. Here is the full comparison from a manufacturer who has been making pocket spring mattresses in the UK for 25 years.
04/03/2026
Have you heard the term 'Cortec' springs when looking for a new mattress? If you're scratching your head, don't panic; many people have never heard of them. But the big question is, 'Are Cortec springs worth the investment?' ๐ค
We explain everything about these relatively new spring types and whether or not a classic calico spring is still the king of the mattress world! ๐ด
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What are Cortec Springs? - John Ryan By Design
We explain how Cortec springs work and how they may differ from other Pocket Spring Mattresses. Are they worth the money? Lets take a look.