July 2011

 
 

Low-fat snacks 'could boost sleep before bed'

Low-fat snacks 'could boost sleep before bed'

Published: 29th July 2011

Eating a low-fat snack that is high in protein before bed could aid sleep, according to an expert.

 

Kids' bedding can make a real impact

Published: 28th July 2011

Kids like to have a bedroom they can relax in, but also a space to play in.

 

Watching Newsnight 'signals marriage problems'

Published: 28th July 2011

Couples who do not go to bed at the same time could be in trouble, an online guide has claimed.

 
Neutral bath linen can make a real impression

Neutral bath linen can make a real impression

Published: 27th July 2011

Choosing neutral bath linen is a great way to give the bathroom a sense of class.

 
Getting under the duvet cover with a smartphone 'worrying'

Getting under the duvet cover with a smartphone 'worrying'

Published: 27th July 2011

Smartphones do not make good bed companions, researchers have warned.

 
Broken sleep patterns 'result in memory loss'

Broken sleep patterns 'result in memory loss'

Published: 26th July 2011

Regularly experiencing broken sleep patterns can lead to memory loss, US researchers claim.

 
Duvet quilts can be a source of arguments

Duvet quilts can be a source of arguments

Published: 26th July 2011

Couples throughout the ages have argued over who hogs the duvet cover at night.

 
Colour wheels could benefit home decor projects

Colour wheels could benefit home decor projects

Published: 25th July 2011

Using a colour wheel will help homeowners determine which shades to use in their homes.

 
Warm nights ignite bad tempers

Warm nights ignite bad tempers

Published: 22nd July 2011

People lose sleep when it is warm, leading them to have especially bad tempers, a study shows.

 
Keep snoring at bay at Crowne Plaza hotels

Keep snoring at bay at Crowne Plaza hotels

Published: 22nd July 2011

Crowne Plaza has rolled out a number of snore absorption rooms to help give its guests a great night's sleep.

 
Duvet covers could inspire design decisions

Duvet covers could inspire design decisions

Published: 21st July 2011

Bed linen could have more of an impact on design choices than people first realise.

 
Couples sleeping apart 'becoming more acceptable'

Couples sleeping apart 'becoming more acceptable'

Published: 20th July 2011

It is now more acceptable for couples to sleep in their own beds than it has been in the past, one expert believes.

 
Luxury bedding may lead to lack of productivity

Luxury bedding may lead to lack of productivity

Published: 20th July 2011

Luxury bed sheets are likely to make people want to stay in bed all day.

 
Get creative with monogrammed table linens

Get creative with monogrammed table linens

Published: 19th July 2011

Using monograms on table linens is a great way to add interest in the dining room.

 
Monitor rest patterns with new wristband

Monitor rest patterns with new wristband

Published: 18th July 2011

People who are concerned about their sleeping patterns can learn more through the new UP wristband.

 
Take time when undertaking bedroom decor projects

Take time when undertaking bedroom decor projects

Published: 18th July 2011

People should not rush into making decisions relating to their bedroom decor, an interior designer has said.

 
Bed linen choices contribute to bedroom decor

Bed linen choices contribute to bedroom decor

Published: 15th July 2011

Selecting the right bedding is just as important as getting the wall colour right in the bedroom.

 
Use colour to reflect personality, says designer

Use colour to reflect personality, says designer

Published: 14th July 2011

Colour can be used cleverly in the home to reflect the personality of an individual, one expert says.

 
Forty winks at the wheel could prove dangerous

Forty winks at the wheel could prove dangerous

Published: 13th July 2011

Sleeping should be reserved for under the bed linen, not at the wheel of a car, experts warn.

 
Sleep apnoea 'has effect on blood vessels'

Sleep apnoea 'has effect on blood vessels'

Published: 12th July 2011

Sleep apnoea sufferers could be at risk of heart problems, UK scientists have found.

 
Resting properly 'keeps the calories away'

Resting properly 'keeps the calories away'

Published: 11th July 2011

Sleeping well is one of the best ways to complement a weight loss routine, a study finds.

 
Luxury bed linen will create a hotel feel

Luxury bed linen will create a hotel feel

Published: 11th July 2011

People can recreate the feel of a luxury hotel in their own homes with the right bed sheets.

 
Best sleep 'achieved on a Friday night'

Best sleep 'achieved on a Friday night'

Published: 08th July 2011

Friday nights are the best time for falling asleep, a Travelodge study has found.

 
Lower work-related stress with good rest

Lower work-related stress with good rest

Published: 07th July 2011

Getting enough sleep will help to improve people's performance levels at work, experts claim.

 
Retro design to make a comeback?

Retro design to make a comeback?

Published: 06th July 2011

Retro design trends are making their way back into people's homes, one expert has said.

 
Bed linen rife with bacteria

Bed linen rife with bacteria

Published: 05th July 2011

Many college students are sleeping on bedding that is plagued with bacteria, a study shows.

 
Celebrities resort to snoratoria to improve sleep

Celebrities resort to snoratoria to improve sleep

Published: 04th July 2011

A snoratorium is becoming a much needed accessory in celebrity homes, a report suggests.

 
Be season sensitive with choice of bedding

Be season sensitive with choice of bedding

Published: 01st July 2011

Bedding should reflect the change of season to make sure sleepers remain comfortable.

 
Homeowners seek to express individuality

Homeowners seek to express individuality

Published: 01st July 2011

People are seeking to show their personalities through their properties, an interior designer has said.