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Bed and mattress labelling and safety: UK checks
Selling beds and mattresses comes with rules. We build websites and are not compliance advisers, so use this as a checklist of things to look into, and check the official guidance.
Fire safety for furniture
Upholstered furniture and mattresses sold in the UK are generally covered by fire safety regulations, including labelling requirements. The rules are published on GOV.UK and Trading Standards can advise. Make sure your products and labels meet the current requirements.
Product information online
- Accurate dimensions, materials and fillings in your product descriptions
- Clear prices including VAT
- Delivery charges and times before checkout
Consumer rights
Online sales come with consumer rights, including rules on cancellation and returns, with different treatment for made-to-measure and personalised goods. Read the current guidance and write your policy in plain English.
Claims
Avoid health claims you cannot back up, such as medical benefits from a mattress. Keep descriptions factual and describe what you actually make.
Check with the experts
For anything you are unsure about, ask your local Trading Standards service or a qualified adviser. Our websites include privacy, cookie and terms pages written for UK shops, but you remain responsible for what you sell.
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