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A new study conducted by a charity found that 12 million people across the UK suffer allergic reactions caused by their own home, with mattresses and beds some of the biggest culprits in causing problems.

Allergy UK found that a lot of people are affected by dust mites, pets, mould and cleaning items, and these allergies are enhanced in the through winter due to people using central heating. 59% of people that have problems with allergies claim that the symptoms are worse in the bedroom, as the temperature offers a breeding ground for dust mites. The average bed can be home to two million dust mites, and also the typical pillow doubles in weight in six months on account of dust mite faeces, showing the significance of on a regular basis cleaning and replacing your bedding and the bed itself.

Homeowners that are looking to change the beds in their home have some of options open to them to, so it is vital to fully research what sort of mattresses, beds and bed frames you would like at home, specifically if you are susceptible to allergies.

Experts suggest that you ought to improve your single mattresses and double mattresses no less than every 8 – 10 years, whereas at present 13% the public have had their current mattress for 11 years or longer. Individuals who suffer from allergies should think about purchasing allergy protectors for their homes or investing in items like memory foam mattresses which are less likely to cause allergy issues – however, because memory foam mattresses keep heat much better than traditional mattresses some people with skin allergies can find that they will have a reaction, therefore it is important to invest time doing research into the most suitable mattresses for your requirements.

Whilst changing their mattresses, many people decide to replace the double and single beds around their home. Latest trends mean that there are a broad range of cheap beds available which fit any type of home, so whether you’re looking for traditional wooden beds, contemporary leather beds or cheap metal beds, you can get one that perfectly fits in with your home.

More traditionally furnished homes often choose wooden beds for a classic looking style, and with both double and single beds readily available these can be useful for the master suite, children’s bedrooms or guest rooms. Wooden beds have been developed recently and there are options out there which includes sleigh beds, four poster beds and frames with storage drawers which resemble divan beds, so you can find the best one to flawlessly match your décor.

A fashionable bedroom will often be more suited to a bed made out of a more modern material, for instance metal beds or leather beds. Metal beds are available in a number of designs, from elegantly and stylish constructed frames featuring elaborate work, to more practical and affordable designs. By comparison, leather beds often only come in a few different styles but are available in colours such as black, brown, white and even red and pink. The wonderful choice accessible with the various materials, styles and colours in modern beds suggest that everyone can now find the money for to have the ideal bed to stop issues with allergies and ensure they get a perfect night’s sleep!