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Amy Hunt

How do you know if you need a mattress topper? Experts reveal all – plus the benefits of using one

Mattress topper on top of a white bed frame a in a grey bedroom, to illustrate article on 'how do you know if you need a mattress topper?'.

Mattress toppers can be an invaluable accessory to buy for your bed, but given that they’re not something everyone has (you may not have ever had one yourself), it can be difficult to know whether buying one is actually essential for your sleep and health. So how do you know if you need one of the best mattress toppers?

A mattress topper, unlike one of the best mattress protectors, is essentially a thick layer of additional bedding materials – it tends to be between 2 and 4 inches – that sits (you guessed it) on top of your best mattress, providing an extra layer of cushioning as you sleep. 

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