What You Need for a Comfortable Bed

We all daydream about the most comfortable bed — you know, the one that comes to mind for you straight away, whether it’s a four-poster canopy you once had a magical sleep in on a resort holiday, an all-white cloudy dream or a colourful spread with pillows galore. 

But with the hustle and bustle of the every day, it turns out the mysterious, luxurious world of slumber isn’t quite coming to life in your bedroom, and you’re left asking yourself, ‘How can I make my bed cosy and fluffy and everything I’ve ever dreamed of?’.

Never fear — with a few magical ingredients, your bed can become a comfortable haven to cocoon in at the end of a long day. 

So what makes a bed comfortable? With Sheridan’s complete bedding guide, we will reveal everything you need for a cosy bed. From sumptuous sheets to the perfect quilt to heavenly pillows, let us help you create a cloud-like bed so good, that even a little miss or little mister morning person will be tempted to hit that snooze button. 

A mattress is one of those investments you make once and reap the rewards (or lack thereof) for the foreseeable future. You can’t build a cosy fortress on weak foundations, so make sure to do your research (online and by doing all the in-person testing you need) to ensure that you find your perfect fit. 

Now that you have your mattress, it’s time to protect it with a waterproof mattress protector. After all, you’ve invested in the best; let’s take care of it. 

Once you have your protector, we suggest adding a topper for an extra layer of softness - this is also ideal if you’re a renter, and don’t really get a say in your mattress (or can’t afford a new one right now). 

Our Ultimate Dream Feather & Down Bed Topper, as the name suggests, is the ultimate for dreamy bliss, or if you want something to keep you warm in winter, you can’t go past our Deluxe Wool Underlay.

The goal with a pillow is to get as close to ‘sleeping on a cloud’ as possible — if that’s what you’re into, of course. 

Pillows are quite a personal choice, with soft or firm and different height profiles all being somewhat of a personal preference. 

For the low down on everything you need to know, check out our Pillow Buying Guide; from there, you can check out our luxurious range with a better idea of what pillow is best for you. 

We offer a wide range of feather and down pillows, as well as latex and memory foam pillows in a variety of sizes and firmnesses, so you can find the perfect fit for your sleep. 

A note for the fellas — you should be replacing your pillows at least every two years. We will turn a blind eye to just how long it’s been rocking the same ones, but really, the time is now.

What’s the point of a dreamy pillow if the pillowcase is itchy and scratchy and takes away all the softness? You rest your face on top of your pillowcase at the end of each day, so opting for a soft and comfortable fabric for your pillowcase is key. 

Silk is the ultimate in luxurious feel, providing a silky smooth and cool feeling. However, we also have a range of other offerings, including lightweight linen, ultra-smooth sateen, crisp percale or warm and cosy flannelette. 

And don’t forget that pillow protector — meaning your drool won’t go all the way through (don’t lie, we all do it…right?).

Is there anything better than getting into fresh bedding at the end of a long day? Refresh your sheets to replicate that feeling all the time. 

We offer countless different sheet options, so you can customise your bed to suit your taste. Consider flannelette for winter; TENCEL™ Lyocell fibres for a cool, slinky sleep; percale for a crisp feeling or sateen for a smooth hand feel.

What do you need for a comfortable bed? No questions asked; a quilt makes all the difference to the cosiness of your rest. 

Quilts add the perfect layer of warmth and softness to your bed; like a warm hug, a quilt wraps you up and offers a snuggly haven away from the rest of the world. 

At Sheridan, we stock  a range of luxurious quilts and duvets so you can build the perfect bed with all the right components. Whether you’re looking for a wool quilt, feather & down or other lush options, you will find the perfect quilt for your bed with our quilts.

A stylish duvet cover is a perfect way to express your unique style in your comfortable haven. Invite colour into your space with a bold and daring design, or keep things classic with an all-white coordinated look. 

Our quilt covers come in a wide range of designs and premium fabrics so that you can find the right piece for your space.

Looking to achieve the pinnacle of cosiness? You can’t pass up adding a blanket to your bedding. Providing extra warmth for chilly nights, or adding a layer of style to your bed in warmer ones. 

A throw is great for adding style to your bed, and throughout your home — a couch, loveseat, or armchair. On the former, we recommend draping them across the foot of your bed for an effortless look, the latter can go over the arm or laid out across the back. 

An oft-underused item in the bedding world, a bed cover (or coverlet) can double as a quilt in summer, or just as an extra layer in winter. And for those of us who aren’t the best of sleepers, you can arrange your bed cover to act similarly to a weighted blanket — well, not as heavy, but definitely more stylish.

We’ll ignore the stereotypical guy response to ‘what should a bed include?’ for this one and say yes, stacks of cushions are a must. 

Not only do they add style and personality to your space, but they’re also perfect for bringing extra comfort for lounging around when it isn’t bedtime.