Articles by Ruth Jones, Staff Writer

Ruth is TechRadar’s Sleep Writer. She’s here to help you find the perfect sleep setup for your budget and personal preferences. As well as keeping a keen eye on everything that’s going on in the world of mattresses, she regularly speaks to experts to help you learn how to improve your sleep habits, whether that’s by debunking sleep myths or explaining the science behind it all. Prior to joining the TechRadar team, she put together features and product guides for new parents hoping to get a decent night's sleep, as well as writing for a variety of online spaces.

Articles by: Ruth Jones

You actually can ‘bank’ your sleep for a later date – an expert explains how

By Ruth Jones published 14 March 24

We asked an expert whether storing sleep can offset the effects of sleep debt, and how to start sleep banking.

A woman makes a bed with a large fabric headboard

How to clean a headboard to get rid of dust and stains

By Ruth Jones published 13 March 24

Follow these 5 simple steps for a cleaner headboard and a fresher sleep setup.

A woman lies in bed listening to soothing white noise from a smartphone app

Using a white noise machine has improved my sleep – but not in the way I expected

By Ruth Jones published 12 March 24

How listening to white noise around bedtime helped me effectively achieve better rest.

One simple trick to make your bedtime routine the best part of the day

By Ruth Jones published 11 March 24

How setting aside your favorite activities can make bedtime more appealing and help you step away from screens.

Can't put your phone down before bed? Spotify might be your surprising sleep savior

By Ruth Jones published 8 March 24

How using music timers can encourage you to set limits for a healthier bedtime routine.

A mom and son brush their teeth before going to bed

Stop brushing your teeth just before bed, say sleep experts – here's why

By Ruth Jones published 7 March 24

Here's how to shuffle your evening for a better chance of a great night's sleep.

A man lies down on a bed while a woman jumps onto the bed next to him

What is motion isolation and why is it important for your mattress?

By Ruth Jones published 4 March 24

Sharing a bed with a restless partner doesn't have to keep you awake – learn why motion transfer matters for your mattress.

A woman reaches out of bed to press the snooze button on her alarm clock

4 things to do to prepare for the clock change (plus 2 things to avoid)

By Ruth Jones published 3 March 24

Clock changes can confuse your body, but with these sleep tips you can spring into daylight saving time feeling refreshed.

EWG verification has come to mattresses – here's what it means for your bed

By Ruth Jones published 2 March 24

I spoke to Naturepedic, the first mattress brand to receive EWG verification, about what it means for our sleep setups.

A young couple place frozen bed sheets on their mattress during the summer to help them sleep cooler

Here's exactly when to swap to your winter duvet, according to an expert

By Ruth Jones published 2 March 24

Get the low-down on when to change your winter duvet for spring, and what tog rating you need throughout the year.

What is a bedtime box and how can it help you sleep?

By Ruth Jones published 29 February 24

Bedtime feeling like a chore? Find out how bedtime boxes can help both kids and adults enjoy the evening and sleep better.

UK vs US mattress sizes: an easy guide

By Ruth Jones published 28 February 24

We break down the differences between UK and US bed sizes, and what each bed size means for your sleep setup.

'Ambient battlefield' is the strangest ASMR trend that just might help you sleep

By Ruth Jones published 28 February 24

A viral TikTok has exposed the strangest side of ASMR – but here's why 'battlefield ambience' might actually help you relax.

A woman wearing a sleep mask lies in bed

3 intriguing new changes to your bedtime routine that can help you sleep better

By Ruth Jones published 27 February 24

These three expert-approved tricks are easy and practical ways to refresh your bedtime for better sleep.

A woman in her bedroom, tidying sheets by the bed

How to make your bed using the Scandinavian sleep method and put an end to bedding battles

By Ruth Jones published 26 February 24

I tried making my bed the Scandi way and it's a lot easier than I expected. Here's how to do it.

The Groov-e Serenity sleep aid sound machine in the reviewer's bedroom

Groov-e Serenity sound machine review: white noise wherever you go

By Ruth Jones published 23 February 24

I tested the Groov-e Serenity sound machine to see if this little white noise machine can deliver big relaxation.

A couple sleep in a bed wearing eye masks

What is the difference between a US and UK king size mattress?

By Ruth Jones published 20 February 24

With a same name but different dimensions, differentiating between a US king and a UK king can be royally confusing.

A man waking up in bed after a good night's sleep

What is edge support, and why is it important for your mattress?

By Ruth Jones published 14 February 24

Don't let sagging edges ruin your sleep – discover why edge support is important for your mattress.

Aman reaches out of bed to turn off his alarm clock

Travis Kelce gets 10 hours of sleep a night and he just won the Super Bowl – should we all be sleeping more?

By Ruth Jones published 12 February 24

We explore whether Travis Kelce's super sleep habits are key to his Super Bowl success.

A woman prepares to put a comforter on a freshly cleaned mattress

3 basic household products you need to clean your mattress (and how to use them)

By Ruth Jones published 12 February 24

It is time for a spring clean? We asked an expert to use kitchen staples to refresh your bed.

What is the Scandinavian sleep method, and how can it help you sleep better?

By Ruth Jones published 10 February 24

We asked an expert how sleeping with separate bedding might help you avoid sleep disruptions when sharing a bed.

An image of the Emma Original mattress on a bed frame (left), next to the Levitex mattress in a bedroom (right)

Emma Original mattress vs Levitex mattress: which foam bed should you buy?

By Ruth Jones published 9 February 24

We explore the differences between two of our favourite foam beds: the Emma Original and the Levitex mattress.

I swapped to a smart alarm clock and it made my early mornings a lot less alarming

By Ruth Jones published 4 February 24

Trading my iPhone alarm for a smart alarm clock made my mornings much more bearable.

Nectar mattress with a 'Don't miss' graphic

Act now! Up to 50% off in the Nectar early Presidents' Day flash sale

By Ruth Jones published 3 February 24

Discover the best deals in the Nectar early Presidents' Day sale – but hurry, as they won't stick around.

A woman asleep in bed with her head on a pillow

'Like a stress ball for your body': expert explains how weighted pillows can help you sleep

By Ruth Jones published 2 February 24

If you're more of a big spoon kind of person, a weighted pillow might be the stress-reliever you've been waiting for.

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