May Is Better Sleep Month: New Research Reveals COVID-19’s Influence
2020 was a year that most of us wish we could have slept through — and it looks like we gave it a good try, with more of us buying new beds and bedding, according to a new consumer survey commissioned by the Better Sleep Council (BSC). The BSC [...]
Spring Cleaning Your Mattress: Easier Than You Think
When is the last time you cleaned your mattress? Never, right? You’re not alone! Spring is a good time to start making this an annual tradition. Cleaning a mattress is actually simple, says Kristi Kellogg and Miranda Silva, whose tips appeared in a recent issue of Architectural Digest. You [...]
The History of Recliners: They Go Waaay Back
The evolution of recliners has been extraordinary in the past few decades, with designs to suit every décor and space. The modern recliner can change multiple positions at the push of a button, charge your laptop, warm and massage your aching muscles, and even help you stand up. What’s [...]
Thank you, NASA: The Unusual History of Memory Foam
Are you one of the millions of people who sleep on a mattress made with memory foam? This remarkable invention’s origins can be traced to the space program. Here is the surprising story behind memory foam: It took off because of a NASA mission. Memory foam was the brainchild [...]
Top 10 Home Décor Trends for 2021
It is unlikely we will ever forget the year 2020 – and its reverberating effects will carry us well into 2021. Many are facing serious financial repercussions – others the heartbreaking loss of loved ones. For those fortunate enough to ride this out by hunkering down, homes have become [...]
The Truth About Latex Foam in Mattresses
I field a lot of questions about mattress manufacturers’ and retailers' claims that their product is “all-natural” and “chemical-free.” Recently, a customer was confused about flexible polyurethane foam versus latex mattresses. “Is it true that latex is "chemical-free" and more "natural"? she asked. First, let me clarify that we [...]