We all strive for a clean and cosy bed to crawl into at night…is there really any better feeling than fresh linen and fresh pyjamas after a shower? We don’t think so. However, when trying to keep your bed as clean as possible, there are some common mistakes that we all make that have the opposite effect, or even damage the mattress. Here are the...
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A few changes in your space and personal habits can help optimise your bedroom for the best possible night’s sleep. We have highlighted 5 key tips so you can do this too! 1 – Keep that lighting low! In the evening, switch off your ceiling light and opt for lamps instead. Our brains use lighting to regulate our sleep cycles, therefore bright lights extend the...
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Fall, leaves, fall; die, flowers, away; Lengthen night and shorten day; Every leaf speaks bliss to me Fluttering from the autumn tree. Emily Bronte. Cooler nights, cosy beds, decreased allergens, and an excuse for an extra warm cup of tea before bed are some of the reasons that autumn is the best season for catching some serious z’s. Want to take advantage of all the...
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Small space living is becoming a necessity for more and more of us, with housing market demands and city crowding leading to us choosing compact and bijou studio apartments and small cottages rather than houses with gardens. But we firmly believe that sometimes the best things come in small packages – just because you may live in a small space, that doesn’t mean you have...
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Yoga nidra, or yogic sleep as it is commonly known, is an immensely powerful meditation technique, and one of the easiest yoga practices to develop and maintain. While the practitioner rests comfortably in savasana (rest pose), this systematic meditation takes you through the pancha maya kosha (five layers of self), leaving you with a sense of wholeness. No longer do you have to dread spending...
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A link is in the bottom, but here is the text, to save you paying to view. Feather and Springs are a local manufacturer of hand-made luxury beds, based in the North West. Feather & Springs Lancaster based store is celebrating its first birthday this month. All in all, it has been an exciting first year and we are very pleased with the reaction from...
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At Feather & Springs every now and again, we sometimes must pinch ourselves, to remind ourselves on what we have achieved, and it’s always nice to be reminded by others. Being an Independent local business, we are proud that we now deliver across the North West, as well as both Cumbria and Lancashire and having 5* reviews on TrustPilot, Google and Facebook, only confirms that...
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Health and wellbeing have never played a more prominent part in our lives than they do now. From investing in a healthy diet or finding a balanced way of living, so it’s natural that we’d start to see this trend spilling into the homes. People are using the power of positivity to dress their interior. Incorporating wellbeing into our homes is easier than you may...
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As the saying goes, “Money makes the world go round”. But when it comes down to looking after our health and wellbeing is there anything that comes close to sleep? Feather & Springs are acutely aware of the value of sleep health and wellbeing of our customers. So, what about the things that we like to spend cash on to make ourselves feel better? Are...
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Can herbal tea really help you sleep? Up until the last couple of decades, there was a lack of scientific evidence to support this traditional use of medicinal plants. However, in recent years, there have been numerous research studies showing promising results. Chamomile is a common ingredient in sleep tea, and there’s mounting evidence that it helps with anxiety. There’s no conclusive proof that it...
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Lancaster is a city of rich heritage and history. A city that Waring & Gillow famously manufactured in and called home for many years, producing some of the world’s most beautiful, quality furniture, we still see today. Atkinsons, the Coffee Merchants who still produce in a traditional method and have managed substantial growth in recent years. Feather & Springs make handmade beds in Lancaster using...
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Don’t rush, Seek out advise, Take time, Test and Let us deliver the rest… • Don’t rush into anything: Buying new bed is a significant investment and, one that should last for years, so make sure you do appropriate research into what is right for you, your partner and your home. Take time to think about what you need in terms of both comfort and...
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At Feather & Springs, we manufacture sleep, and lots of it. Deep, glorious sleep, a place where you recuperate from the days ordeals and recharge ready for the next. If you pop into our stores you will see us happy, full of beans and positivity. That’s because we practice what we preach (and we have a good staff discount!) There isn’t a single thing in...
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Greys, whites, and neutrals dominated interiors during 2016/17. This Scandinavian design trend brought with it a toned-down colour palette with grey commonly used as the leading shade. It’s a trend that’s been hugely popular, and the perfect accompaniment to a minimalistic interior. However, 2018 sees grey updated to an earthier tone. The Pinterest 100 list states that the term ‘sage’ received a 170% increase in...
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Orthopaedic beds. Without wishing to appear to be detrimental to other retailers and manufacturers, who may use the term Orthopaedic to seduce you to buy one of their beds, there is no proven link to any medical benefits from these type of beds, and not one Hospital, Medical body or Institution have associated their name to this. Historically, opinion was that you need a hard...
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We don’t do package prices. We are not in the business of piling it high, and knocking it out. This is what is making us industry “go to” sleep experts, as you will see in next months copy of ‘Kitchens, bedrooms and bathroom’ magazine. All our bed frames, bases and mattresses are priced individually and competitively! Our handmade divan bases, headboards and mattresses can be...
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We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Feather & Springs is expanding! We will be opening a new shop in Lancaster on Chapel Street on 16th June which will carry the full Feather & Springs range of beds and mattresses. At the same time as our business expansion; we are also thrilled to announce that our family involvement is also expanding and that the new...
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We launched our showroom in Kendal last year and have been surprised and delighted by the success of the new business. The brisk trade in Feather & Springs beds has led us to think about how we can improve our offering and we are thrilled to be able to say that we are now going to be stocking a variety of high quality mattresses from bespoke...
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Feather & Springs have long been working on a full range of mattresses so that there is something for everyone. The business started out making purely bespoke mattresses and it’s only recently that Feather & Springs has decided to launch a showroom and a distinct range. One of the reasons for taking the plunge is that after considerable research it was clear that the company...
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Ever since Nicky Cannon, our founder, first decided to start the business she and her family have been researching mattresses. What goes in them, what goes on the top, what the springs are made of – everything! Nicky and her family have been on a mission ever since to make the best mattresses that money can buy and they’ve certainly been through several hundred prototypes...
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