Futons: Savvy Space Savers

Chances are, you’ve owned one or at least slept on one at some point in your life, but have you ever wondered where futons actually came from? The word “futon” comes from the Japanese word “shikibuton.” A shikubuton is a thin cotton mattress that would be placed on a Tatami mat directly on the ground.…

Mattress Protectors: Protect MORE than just your Mattress

Picture this scene. Its 2am. You’re all bundled up in a down comforter feeling pretty cozy. You roll over and extend your right arm. You feel something wet and warm. Uh oh. It happened again! Your kid “had an accident” right through those heavy-duty-expensive overnight diapers. After debating for a few selfish minutes to leave it…

What do you do in bed?

The old adage that your bed is only for sleep and another word that starts with a “s” has fallen victim to technology. According to a study done in March 2013, 80% of 18-44-year-olds reported checking their smartphones as the first thing they do when they wake up. And 8 out of 10 young professional are working from…

Go Green. Even In Your Sleep.

Simmons introduces CURV, a memory foam bed that is environmentally conscious and a smart buy. At $899, the queen set is a great value. The design of CURV offers comfort, pressure relief, and promotes airflow. I don’t know where you live but it has been a very hot and muggy summer. To help you get through those…

Simmons: Made in Hawaii

Did you know that the Simmons bed that you are sleeping on was made in Hawaii? The Simmons company is one of the few manufacturing success stories in the state. As a market leader for mattresses in the islands, Simmons enjoys virtually 50% of the market share. The Honolulu factory is the smallest in the Simmons network, but has been…

Demystifying how to purchase a bed

I love sleeping. It’s my luxury time. Recently, I’ve been telling my husband it’s time for a new mattress. But then I wondered… how do we get started? What type of mattress would be best for a person who moves a lot (me) and for someone who sleeps on his stomach (husband). So I decided,…

Are you ready for the weekend?

I know it’s only Tuesday but I’m already looking forward to this weekend because of this… And if you are like me (savvy bargain shopper), you don’t want to miss this big event. Starting on Friday, you’ll find deeply discounted furniture and mattresses at blowout clearance prices. This event takes place inside the store at our…

What You Should Know Before Buying a Bed

” I do love my shopping, but actually, lounging is the big thing.” Delta Burke Actress Here. Here. Lucky for me, cats don’t shop. Everything I need is presented to me for my approval. And if I like it, I eat it. My ancestors may have been hunters. But I prefer delivery over pouncing. But…