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Zoë Phillimore

Is an expensive mattress worth it? I've tested mattresses at both ends of the price spectrum and this is what I've found

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If you’re looking for a new mattress and have broken out into a cold sweat once you’ve clocked the prices, we’ve got you. You might be wondering if the difference between a £400 and £4,000 mattress is really justified – and why. Having tested plenty of mattresses at all price points thoroughly, I'm well placed to do a deep dive on the subject.

The best mattresses don’t necessarily have to cost the earth. 'The most important thing is finding a mattress that provides you the right level of support and comfort to help you get the best night’s sleep,' says Laura Tudor, Bedroom Furniture, Filled Bedding and Mattress buyer at John Lewis & Partners.

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