Bedding - why sleep matters

It's vital that we get as much quality sleep as possible, and the bedding we choose can have a positive impact on reaching that goal. Sleep is important for all sorts of reasons, and anyone who has spent nights in an uncomfortable bed will know that they don't perform or behave their best when sleep has been interrupted. Choosing the right bedding is part of the road to a good night's sleep.

Sleep well in your bedding

From the moment we are born, sleep is important. It affects both our physical and mental health, so creating a good environment for sleep is something that everyone should do. There are lots of reasons why we fail to sleep well, including:

• Unsupportive mattresses and bed frames
• Broken sleep routine
• Electrical appliances in the bedroom
• Uncomfortable bedding
• Poor eating and exercise habits

If you're having trouble sleeping, you need to think about all the elements in that list, including whether the bedding you use is comfortable. We spent over 30% of our lives in bed, so it's just as important that we're as relaxed in our bedding as we are in our clothing. If your bedding is old and threadbare, or the fastenings are worn on your duvet cover, or you have cheaper bedding which feels rough to the touch, you should think about replacing your bedding with newer, more comfortable sheets and covers.

The benefits of proper sleep

Experts say that proper sleep is vital if you want to perform at your best during the day. It's important for children because the growth hormone is active primarily whilst they sleep, and because good sleep helps to reinforce the things they've learned during the day. The same goes for the rest of us - a decent night's sleep leaves us feeling refreshed in the morning and helps us to prepare for the day ahead. What's more, if you drive for a living, or operate machinery, you're far more likely to be safer at work if you've slept well the night before. Any job that requires manual dexterity or sustained periods of concentration needs someone who gets the right amount of quality sleep. Sleeping well can also help to reduce stress and anxiety.

There are so many reasons to improve the quality of your sleep that it's difficult to see why so many people are prepared to put up with poor sleep patterns. Whether it's your mattress, your bedding or your routine that needs changing, it's worth putting the effort in so that you feel at your best every morning.

Duncan Stewart Textiles Ltd has been trading online at www.towelsrus.co.uk for over 5 years. With 30 years of experience in the towel and home textiles market, we offer the very best in quality and service both to businesses and individual clients. We give you as much information nand advice as we can so that you can make an informed choice when it comes to buying bedding, towels and other textiles. Whether you're replenishing your linen cupboard or ordering personalised towels for a corporate events, we can help. Browse our website to order online, or call us on 0845 123 5880.