Are you making any of these 7 bedding mistakes? Here's how to avoid bedding blunders, according to experts

A bright bedroom with grey bed, storage ottoman with wooden tray and beige blanket and carpet, with wooden chest of drawers and bedside table, tall houseplant, white lamp, empty picture frame, off-white bedding, cushions and abstract wall art.

Given that we spend so much of our lives in bed, getting the bedding basics right should be a top priority. Avoiding common bedding mistakes can transform your bedroom into a sanctuary.

As the resident Sleep Editor here at Homes & Gardens, I lead a team of expert testers in the search to find the world's best bedding. Together, we've worked out which bedding mistakes to avoid to keep our beds looking their best. We want to share our hard-won wisdom with you.