Although sleep is often viewed as a luxury, many people forget the importance of sleep on the body and mind. Poor sleep is a risk factor for many diseases and conditions, including obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Try these 11 simple tips to achieve a better night’s sleep: Keep a regular sleep schedule: It is […]

NSF’s 2003 Sleep in America poll revealed: 77% of older adults who are obese report some kind of sleep problem. More recently it is being suggested that the first step to treating obesity may be to diagnose and treat sleep deprivation. With appetite and low energy being the main consequences of sleep deprivation, as well […]

4 Easy Steps to Customize Your Mattress Whether it is bunk beds, hospital beds, EMS cots, or vintage model stretchers, we often struggle to find a replacement mattress to fit our sleep surfaces that still have some years left in them. The debate of whether or not it is worth it to replace the entire […]

Every camp director can speak to the importance of considering the quality of the mattresses you purchase for your campers. In our quick camp buying guide we discuss the five most important features for any camp mattress. Waterproof & Fluid Resistant Cover: Purchasing a mattress that includes a waterproof cover is of the utmost importance. […]

While mental health mattresses were previously only being utilized in psychiatric hospitals/behavioral health facilities, today they are making their way into residential family homes. While there are consistent safety regulations for all medical grade mattresses, mental health (behavioral health) mattresses require a few more precautionary details that all shoppers need to look out for. Here […]

6 Essential Features of Long-Term Care Mattresses: With the aging population ever increasing it’s prudent to consider the requirements of a reliable long-term care mattress. This is especially important because the elderly are often prone to bedsores and other complications resulting from nights slept on a subpar mattress.   Lower Base Height of Bed: It […]

Top 5 Prevention Methods To Fight Off Bed Bugs While bed bugs can reside in some unlikely places, there are a few key hot spots to pay careful attention to when preventing an infestation. Specifically in the bedrooom, hot spots include: Bed frames, mattresses, box springs, cracks in wood floors, and under carpet flooring. Mattresses […]

Safety Standards for Crib Mattresses What safety standards have been implemented to protect against hazards caused by cribs and mattresses for infants to toddlers? With infants sleeping up to eighteen hours a day, parents need to be certain their baby’s health and safety are guaranteed.   Hazard Risks: Gaps between the mattress and the crib […]

A crib mattress is one of the most important investments parents make for their new baby. Not only does a properly designed mattress provide a comfortable place for your child to sleep, but it also provides crucial support for delicate, growing bones and joints. Infant mattresses must be specially designed to prevent suffocation and reduce […]