Buying Cheap Mattresses - What You Need to Know
September 24th, 2008
Cheap mattresses what a joke, I worked in the bedding industry for years and I would like to share some information that I learned. I say if you want a cheap mattress there are two options look in the dumpster or fill up a bag with leaves. A mattress is an investment in yourself and [...]
Market Spotlight: Specialty mattresses
September 3rd, 2008
Mattresses have not traditionally been considered a discretionary item _ after all, almost everyone needs at least one.
However, as consumers cut back on discretionary spending amid spiraling food and gas prices, a prolonged housing slump and weak credit markets, specialty mattress makers have been hit hard.
While the average mattress costs about $500, specialty mattresses can [...]
Sealy launches ad campaign
July 30th, 2008
Mattress-maker Sealy is launching a new ad campaign aimed at convincing sleepers their products will help them get the most out of what little sack-time they may get.
“If you can only get six, then why not get a better six?” the ads ask, referring to the fact that most Americans no longer get the traditional [...]
Today’s Mattresses Promise Sweeter Dreams
July 30th, 2008
Clipping coupons is one thing, but scrimping on sleep is another. Recent studies reveal that most Americans don’t get the eight hours of sleep they need at night to perform during the day- and most are lucky to get six, says the National Sleep Foundation.
Research shows that constant tossing [...]