Frances Daniels
Frances Daniels is a PPA-accredited journalist and Sleep Staff Writer at Tom's Guide with an MA in Magazine Journalism from Cardiff University. Her role includes covering mattress and sleep news and writing sleep product reviews and buyer's guides, including our Best Hybrid Mattress 2024 guide. She is hugely interested in the relationship between good sleep and overall health, interviewing a wide array of mattress and sleep experts to create well-informed articles about important topics such as nutrition, sleep disorders (from sleep apnea to night terrors), lucid dreaming, sleep hygiene, and mattress care. She is also our specialist on mattress toppers — producing mattress topper reviews and taking care of our Best Mattress Toppers 2024 guide — and takes the lead on all content related to fiberglass-free mattresses for a clean, non-toxic sleep.
Latest articles by Frances Daniels
The 3 best bed toppers to pair with the Saatva Classic mattress
By Frances Daniels published
Want to get the most out of the Saatva Classic? These three mattress toppers will add even more comfort to your luxury bed.
Is it possible to fall asleep in 10 seconds? Experts say yes — but there's a catch
By Frances Daniels published
We asked three leading sleep experts how to fall asleep in 10 seconds. Here's what they said...
I've found 7 latex mattress sales to shop now if you can't wait for Memorial Day
By Frances Daniels published
Celebrate Earth Day for up to $765 less with these 7 deals on eco-friendly latex mattresses deals ahead of Memorial Day
How much is a king-size mattress? Plus the top 5 to buy before the Memorial Day sales
By Frances Daniels published
Our guide to the typical prices and deals of a king-size bed, plus a round-up of our favorite king mattress sales to shop
I've found the best organic mattress for heavy people, and it's up to $405 off in new sale
By Frances Daniels published
Avocado just shaved 15% off of their best selling organic mattress ahead of the Memorial Day sales, taking the price of a queen down to $1,699.
What are latex mattress toppers and are they any good?
By Frances Daniels published
Latex mattress toppers are designed to add comfort and support to your bed, but are they actually worth buying? We take a closer look...
I’m a mattress writer — Casper’s epic new 25% off sale is the best I’ve seen since Black Friday
By Frances Daniels published
Casper's 25% off site-wide sale is as good as Black Friday — save up to $750 on the new One Foam Mattress, Casper's most affordable bed ideal for side sleepers.
Can you buy a mattress that's naturally resistant to common allergens? Yes —here’s what to look for
By Frances Daniels published
Stop allergies from disrupting your sleep by investing in an anti-allergy mattress. Here's how to pick the best hypoallergenic mattress.
PlushBeds launches handcrafted organic mattress just in time for Earth Day 2024
By Frances Daniels published
The PlushBeds Royal Bliss European Handcrafted Mattress is made from certified organic materials for cleaner, greener sleep.
Saatva Latex Hybrid vs Avocado Latex mattress: Which is the best natural cooling bed for you?
By Frances Daniels published
We look at the key differences between the Saatva Latex Hybrid vs Avocado Latex mattress, comparing price, design, comfort, and more
Should you flip or rotate a mattress topper?
By Frances Daniels published
We look at whether you should flip or rotate your memory foam, latex or down feather mattress topper.
Waking up early after a late night is the best way to fix your sleep schedule — here's why
By Frances Daniels published
Eight Sleep co-founder Alexandra Zatarain shares her go-to hacks for getting your sleep schedule back on track if you've had one too many late nights.
3 key signs that your mattress topper needs replacing
By Frances Daniels published
Our guide to how long different types of mattress toppers should last, including memory foam, latex and down.
Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe vs Cocoon by Sealy Chill: Which is the best affordable cooling mattress for you?
By Frances Daniels published
We explore the key differences between the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe vs the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Mattress, comparing design, price, and more.
Hot sleepers, one of Amazon's top cooling mattress toppers is on sale for just $44
By Frances Daniels published
Sleep cool for as low as $44 with Amazon's new deal on the Best Price Mattress 3" Ventilated Topper
One of Amazon's top-rated queen hybrid mattresses drops to $213 in flash sale
By Frances Daniels published
Save over $175 on the Modway Jenna 10" Hybrid Mattress in a box in this flash Amazon sale.
Siena vs Layla: Which is the best cheap memory foam mattress for your sleep?
By Frances Daniels last updated
We examine the key differences between the Siena Memory Foam Mattress vs the Layla Essential, comparing design, price, and more.
I'm a mattress writer — the 3 best queen size hybrid beds on sale this weekend
By Frances Daniels published
Get up to $800 off top-rated queen mattresses in big weekend sales from Avocado, Brooklyn Bedding, Cloverlane and more.
Saatva vs Molecule: Which is the best cooling mattress topper for you?
By Frances Daniels published
A complete comparison of the Saatva Graphite vs Molecule CopperWELL mattress toppers and which one is right for you
I'm a mattress writer — the 3 best cheap queen beds on sale today from just $399
By Frances Daniels published
Save up to $665 on these top-rated yet inexpensive queen mattresses from DreamCloud, Siena Sleep and Cocoon by Sealy.
Are inexpensive mattresses worth it or are they a waste of money?
By Frances Daniels published
An inexpensive mattress can save you hundreds, but are their cheap price tags a false economy? I'm a sleep writer — here's my take...
What is the Sleep Visualization Method and why do so many experts recommend it?
By Frances Daniels published
The Sleep Visualization Method is a science-backed sleep hack rooted in deep relaxation. Here's how to do it.
What is the Cloverlane Hybrid Mattress and should you buy it?
By Frances Daniels published
Thinking of buying the Cloverlane Hybrid Mattress? Here's what you should know about the Saatva Classic's new rival
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