Marten Carlson

Marten has been writing about mattresses and sleep health for six years. He is the lead reviewer at Mattress Clarity where he tests mattresses, bedding, and sleep accessories.

In his role here, Marten’s reviewed over 500 mattresses and 150 sleep accessories (so you can rest assured that if he recommends a product, it’s been put through the wringer in our Austin studio). In addition, he has written more than 400 articles reviewing the quality of sleep and sleep products as well as sleep health. He’s especially interested in the correlation between sleep and mental health.

Marten’s also got a personal stake in sleep health. After writing dozens of pieces on the dangers of sleep apnea, he decided to get tested for the condition. Realizing he did, in fact, suffer from sleep apnea, he immediately started using a CPAP machine. He knows all too well the importance of a healthy night’s sleep and is passionate about helping others get the healthy, restorative sleep they deserve.

He received his bachelor’s degree in Film Production from Denison University and his master’s degree in Film Studies from Emory University.

Check out Marten in the Media:

• The Washington Post: We Asked Experts Whether Cooling Bedding Works. Here’s What They Said.
• Woman & Home: How to Choose a Pillow – Find the Right Type for Better Sleep and Comfort
• AP News: Best Memorial Day Mattress Sales of 2024
• Apartment Therapy: This Disturbing New Report Reveals the Dirtiest Thing in Your Bedroom (It’ll Surprise You!)
• Realtor: From Side Sleepers to Squished-Between-the-Kids Sleepers, These Are the Best Mattresses for Every Situation
• LivingEtc: How to Keep a Comforter from Sliding Off the Bed
• Real Homes: How Heavy Should a Weighted Blanket Be?