Sleep Edit

A woman cleaning the top of a mattress with a vacuum

Cleaning & Care, Mattresses

How to clean a mattress

So you need to clean your mattress? We know how easy it is to focus on fresh, clean sheets, airing the quilt, and completely forgetting about what lurks within.

A man sleeping on his side with his head on a supportive pillow

Mattresses, Sleep Health

What is the best mattress for side sleepers?

For the 55% of adults who sleep on their side, choosing the right mattress unlocks easier breathing, better alignment, and less pain - while the wrong one can cause shoulder...

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Mattresses

Is a soft or firm mattress better for me?

When you’re choosing a new mattress, is it better to have a firm or a soft mattress? Is a soft mattress supportive enough? Can a firm mattress be comfortable?

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Sleep Health, Sleep Tips

Are you having sleeping problems?

Many of us suffer from sleeping problems. If you answer yes to 3 of the following questions, you’re probably sleep deprived.

A man and woman lying in bed. The woman has a pillow wrapped around her head while the man snores.

Sleep Tips

Which Pillow Partner are you?

We all have unique sleeping behaviours and personal preferences. Find out which Pillow Partner you are (and who you share your bed with)!

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Health & Beauty, Sleep Health, Sleep Tips

Sleep makes smart

Getting enough sleep enhances your memory, helps you learn quicker, makes you more disciplined, and boosts your productivity.

Back Care

Why back pain increases with age

The number one cause of back pain is age, with normal wear and tear occurring over time.

Sleep Tips

Made for Australians

SleepMaker is the only mattress maker in Australia to manufacture its own springs and foam right here at home.

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Back Care

How to protect your back as you age – back health for seniors

A properly supportive mattress will maintain your body's natural curves rather than forcing your body to conform to the bed.

10 reasons you need to make sleep health a priority

Sleep Health, Sleep Tips

10 reasons to make sleep health your priority

Getting enough sleep isn’t a substitute for getting good quality sleep. That’s why it’s important to prioritise healthy sleep for mental health, cognitive function, physical well-being, and happiness.

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Back Care, Pillows, Sleep Health, Sleep Tips

The Best Pillows for Neck Pain

Are you experiencing neck pain? Discover how your pillow can affect neck pain & how to find the best pillows for neck pain with expert advice from SleepMaker.

Mattress layers pulled apart showing quilting, foams, and pocket springs.

Buying a Bed, Mattresses

Spring mattress FAQs: are pocket spring mattresses good?

Spring mattresses have evolved significantly since their invention in 1871, leading to the current pocket spring, one of the most popular mattress technologies you’ll find today.

A woman sleeping on a pile of pillows, wearing a sleep mask.

Sleep Health, Sleep Tips

Fix your sleeping position, fix your sleep

Sleeping positions: which one’s right for you? You spend a third of your life with your bed, which is more time than you’ll spend with your significant other, your children,...