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Choosing A Mattress: It’s What A Mattress Is Made Out Of That Counts

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When you go shopping for a mattress, you will notice that determining the quality of a mattress is difficult by simply looking at it from the outside. The only way you can make a decision is by relying on the knowledge of the salesperson and the cut models placed on display in stores. Unfortunately, this is not enough to help you decide which mattress will meet your needs and not knowing what you really need will only make shopping for a mattress very tiring and time consuming. The last thing you want is to purchase the wrong type of mattress and then suffer from discomfort each night.

 

Numerous Mattresses, But What Will You Choose?

There are literally thousands of mattresses being offered in the market today. They come in various shapes and sizes, designs, structure, style and purpose. Purchasing a mattress is a decision that must be made very carefully since you will be sleeping on it each day of your life. When looking for a mattress, you must consider looking for one that offers both comfort and support, as well as durability. Though there are several kinds of mattresses that do offer these three factors, it is still your opinion of what mattress is comfortable to you and what provides the necessary support you need that matters.

When Is It Time To Replace Your Mattress?

Deciding when to replace your mattress is often done too late. You may have already begun to suffer from restless sleep, headaches, back pain and mood swings. If you do not know how to determine when to replace your mattress, these tips will be helpful.

  • Your mattress is already 7 to 10 years old and more.
  • The middle of your mattress is sagging or a valley has developed in the area where you always sleep on.
  • Creaking noises can be heard when you lie down and stand up.
  • The mattress has one side that is lower than the other.
  • The edges of the mattress are soft and are unable to provide support.
  • You are unable to rest well and always find yourself tired in the morning.
  • You keep on waking up sore and suffer from recurring back pain.
  • You find yourself irritable, sleepy and unfocused throughout the day.

The Common Mattress

Mattresses structured with coil springs are a common type of mattress that has been used for years. They offer superior comfort and support of various degrees, thus offering people the opportunity to choose the right mattress that meets their needs. There are four types of coiled spring mattresses-

Marshall Coils are also known as pocketed coils. They are not tied together, but each coil is wrapped in a fabric case which holds the shape of the mattress. These offer a firmer sleeping surface allowing less distribution of motion on each side of the bed.

Bonnell Coils are the most common, oldest and least expensive type. They have an hourglass shape – wide at the top and bottom, thin in the middle. The coils are bracketed together in order to maintain the shape of the mattress.

Continuous Coils provide maximum coil strength and they are able to conform according to the body’s shape. They are also able to distribute body weight evenly and limit the transfer of motion.

Offset Coils are designed for support and comfort. Though they are costly, they are able to conform better to body shape compared to Bonnell and Marshall Coils.

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Valerie Collins is a freelance writer specializing in wellness and the health benefits of mattresses from Portland mattress stores. She regularly offers information and advice related to sleeping disorders, lower back pain, health and well-being concerns, as well as how to shop for the right mattress.

Shop Till You Drop – The UK’s Best Shopping Centres

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The UK is known for a lot of things – its incredible history, its beautiful countryside and its vibrant cultural scene. However, it is also a great country to live in if you love shopping as it has some of the best malls and high streets in the world.

To help you find out where the top places to hit the shops are in Britain, I’ve compiled a list of the best shopping centres. Read on to find out more.

1)      The Trafford Centre

The Trafford Centre is certainly a spectacle to behold, with the huge mall covering more than 185,000 sq m of retail space, 16,250 sq m of leisure area and nearly 14,000 sq m of dining establishments. You’ll be blown away by the impressive size of the centre, which lies in Old Trafford on the outskirts of Manchester.

Due to its location, the Trafford Centre is popular with people living in the entire north-west, including Manchester, Liverpool, Chester and the Peak District. Its catchment area is larger than any other in the UK and more than 5.3 million people within a 45-minute drive visit the Trafford Centre.

The £1.6 billion mall has 60 restaurants and cafes and more stores than you’ll know what to do with, which is why it is extremely popular with students living in accommodation in Manchester, as well as families and young professionals alike.  So popular is the Trafford Centre that it sees 30 million visitors per year, with customers seemingly finding it hard to resist all the shops, as the average spend is £149 per person.

2)      Westfield Stratford City

Many people associate Oxford Street as being the best place in London to put their credit card through its paces, but the latest shopping centre – Westfield Stratford City – gives the famous high street a run for its money.

Since it opened in September 2011, thousands of visitors have passed through its doors, lured by its 250-plus shops, including the likes of John Lewis and Marks & Spencer. Westfield Stratford City has more than 175,000 sq m of retail and leisure space, which includes a 17-screen cinema, in addition to its retail facilities. The shopping centre became incredibly popular during the London Olympics 2012, as it was a gateway to the Olympic Park. Since then though, tourists and Londoners have continued to visit and fill their bags with lots of new purchases.

3)      Meadowhall Shopping Centre

Further up north, Sheffield is home to Meadowhall Shopping Centre. This huge mall is spread over 140,000 sq m of floor space and has 280 stores. Every year, more than 25 million visit Meadowhall Shopping Centre, attracted by its huge number of retail facilities, leisure services and 12,000 free car parking spaces, which make it easier for visitors to access.

Meadowhall first opened in 1990 and has established itself as one of the best shopping centres in the UK over the last two decades. If you’re looking for high street and designer clothes, beauty services and dining establishments in and around Sheffield, this is the place to go.

4)      Liverpool One

While the Trafford Centre is perhaps the best-known shopping facility in the north-west, recently opened Liverpool One has been giving it a run for its money. Located in the heart of Liverpool, this huge shopping centre features more than 160 shops, 20 bars and restaurants, a five-acre park and a 14-screen cinema over 153,000 sq m. It is a great place to visit, especially for young people and students living in Liverpool accommodation.

With regards to shops, it has everything you need, including department store Debenhams, high street shops Disney Store and Gap, and designer labels including Boss.

5)      Westfield London

Westfield London was the original Westfield shopping centre in the capital city, with £1.7 billion mall opening in 2008. The 150,000 sq m centre has 345 retailers, making it the largest shopping centre in the UK – perfect for students, professionals and families living or visiting London. Just like Westfield Stratford City, this centre means you don’t have to go into the heart of the capital to hit the shops, as it is located in west London, an area well served by public transport.

There are also 4,500 car parking spaces, so you can easily drive to the mall, although more than 200,000 people work within 2 miles of the site, which gives an indication as to how many people are able to easily visit the shopping centre every day. Its catchment area covers 2.7 million people and, as it has a gym, a 14-screen Vue cinema and a library, it’s not hard to see why many of these will come to Westfield London on a regular basis.

Natasha Al-Atassi is a property and student news writer for Manchester student accommodation brand Vita Student, collating the latest industry news about student property in the UK, the Vita Student brand and information to help students currently at university.






Some New Trends In Casual Men Clothing

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Why Men should get Trendy Clothing?

When it comes to men’s dressing, it is equally as important for them to dress good and according to the latest fashion trends as women. This is because of the fact that men also follow fashion trends as religiously as women do since they have a strong desire to look their best at all times. Numerous fashion trends in men’s clothing have emerged to be of great importance over the recent years and gained much attention from the fashion addicts in different parts of the whole world. However, the main trend in men’s clothing these days is to remain casual yet fancy at the same time. Men can be seen wearing cool t shirts and hoodies, which makes them appear attractive even if they give a rather informal look. The main fashion trend in men’s clothing is to appear casual and hip, which can only be acquired by wearing less flashy clothes like t shirts of different kinds which can be acquired from anywhere within the market. Many brands in different parts of the world offer amazingly designed t shirts to all of their men customers as they are in high demand overall.

The Best Kind of Trendy T Shirts

One of the hottest and latest trends in men’s clothing is t shirts with famous figures on them. These public figures are mostly rock stars or famous personalities through the history of the world. Not only do these t shirts appear casual, but also enable men to obtain a cool look in the long and short run. The t shirts are perfect for everyday use and can be easily worn to school and even to work without any complication whatsoever. The graphical t shirts with famous personalities has proved to be one of the most demanded t shirts in the history of men’s clothing and those who do not have them are specifically recommended to purchase them at their earliest convenience as they are easily available every across the globe. These t shirts also enable the men to wear the t shirts of their favorite personalities without having to struggle too much.

The Importance of Graphical T Shirts

Graphical t shirts are popular as ever, since they offer men to look trendy and comfortable at the same time. They are considered ‘hip’ in the modern terms and are owned by anyone and everyone in various parts of the whole world. Men are recommended to go for these t shirts as they never go out of trend and can always be worn to achieve a casual and fashionable look in the short and long run. The best part about these personalised t shirts is the fact that they are available in various sizes, shapes, patterns and colors for all men easily.

Jordan help people in customization of their own garment and he loves printing stag party t shirts.

Top Five Essential Sports Gifts

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We all have a family member or a friend who is obsessed with sports. Whether it be an obsession that contains frequent gym visits or is from the luxury of an armchair, there are gifts available which will continue their obsession. Here we take a look at the top five sports gifts that will get everyone on their feet.

It’s Time…

There are many sports watches available on the market that will let you carry out simple tasks i.e. time, date and stopwatch function. For the more serious athlete though, sport watches have taken a dramatic leak. The Suunto Quest allows users to monitor heart rate, distance travelled and speed at which they are travelling. On top of all this though the Suunto Quest allows users to develop training programmes. Never again will they be an excuse not to do your exercise routine.

One Hundred & Eighty

For the not so active sports person in your life, there are still gift available. Tournament Style dart boards are available from many high street and online retailers. As darts is a sport that can be enjoyed by everyone you will be sure family and friends of all ages can take participate.

The Ultimate Test

For many this gift may seem like hell, but for other its the perfect weekend getaway. Boot Camp training take elements from military training and combines it with a mixture of martial arts and general fitness regimes (with some nutritional information and advice thrown in for good measure). Enabling the participants to burn fat, increase muscle tone and have fun this is the perfect gift for those looking to kick start their healthy lifestyle or for those looking to maintain a healthy lifestyle. By using an internet search engine you will be able to find the nearest bootcamp to yourself.

The Need For Speed

Quite rightly so there are laws and legislation in place governing how we drive and how fast we drive. Luckily though, there are many companies up and down the country offering the ultimate driving experience and allowing you to be a race car driver just for one day. Think Nascar, think F1, for one day you could emulate your heroes and power through tight corners and shacains. Now does that grab your attention?

The Armchair Fan

Ok, many sports fans, do their supporting and cheering from the comfort of their own living room. For this fan we recommend the Panasonic TX 55 inch Widescreen. Coming with full HD, this TV allows you to surf the web and record your those important matches you can’t make due to work commitments. Ideal for viewing any sporting event, we guarantee this sporting gift will bring a smile to the recipient’s face.

Hopefully some of these unusual gifts have given you some inspiration when looking for the right gift.

Ashley is a sports enthusiast and blogger.

Luxury Style Trends For Your Bathroom In 2013

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All bathroom trends seem to point to one thing, a more natural and simple useable bathroom. Fashion designers are constantly coming up with new ways for you to make the most out of your bathroom space. Designers in 2013 have decided to go back a little in time and choose to make the most out of using materials like natural wood, and use bright natural colours such as creams, browns and whites to emphasise natural light in the bathroom.

Eco-Friendly Designs

2013 is going to be the year that home owners embrace eco-friendly designs within the home. If you are considering totally remodelling your bathroom, then it is worth taking a look at your current plumbing system. The government are encouraging homeowners to switch their plumbing system to a more eco-friendly system, known as a low-flow flush toilet.  These environmentally friendly toilets have been designed to fit in with the modern sleek designs of bathrooms, and are known for being extremely cost effective, reducing the amount of water used per flush. Not only will you be making a huge difference to the environment, but you will also save yourself a fortune.

An additional design feature of the bathroom that is going to be a hit in 2013 is the tankless water heaters. These heaters will provide hot warm on demand all around your home; you will find that these heaters will significantly reduce the cost of your home heating bill.

Natural, Sleek Design

Everyone knows that the bathroom should be the room that is a place of relaxation and meditation; this is the place that you should retreat to after a hard long day at work. Designers have been working hard to come up with features that can represent the outdoors, indoors. To keep up with latest fashion trends in the bathroom, you should only use natural materials such as wood, stone, granite or even a textured tile that represents one of these materials.

You should try and attempt to create a minimalistic look in your bathroom, to achieve this look you should fit a variety of different cabinets and cupboard in the bathroom where you can keep all your private belongings. A great cabinet idea for bathrooms in 2013 is a gorgeous mirrored cabinet, not only will it hide all your belongings, but it will also add to the natural look within your home, reflecting natural light all around the bathroom.

Some designers have suggested that you should remove old bath tubs from the bathroom and instead install a gorgeous sleek, walk in shower. Most people have a bath tub, which takes up half the bathroom and you will probably only use it around once a year.

Kerry loves sharing advice on interior design trends of 2013; she loves the gorgeous mirrored cabinets available on http://www.primroseandplum.co.uk

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