More employers to hire permanent and seasonal staff in the fourth quarter, survey finds Retailers are expecting another busy shopping season and are becoming more competitive in terms of what they are willing to pay seasonal workers, according to a fourth-quarter forecast by CareerBuilder, a Chicago-based employment services company. Half plan to hire seasonal workers […]
7 tips to survive the holiday selling season
Follow these 7 tips from the retail floor to get through the hustle and bustle of the end-of-the-year selling season with a smile As the holiday shopping season heats up, so does the craziness of fussy customers, new hires, high sales targets and long hours. Monster Worldwide, a global employment services company based in Weston, […]
‘Tis the season to sleep, snuggle and smooch
Better Sleep Council study says Americans stay warm in bed during the coldest months ALEXANDRIA, VA, Nov. 6, 2017 – A little more than half of Americans (51%) sleep more in the wintertime, and 42% find winter the best sleeping season, according to a new survey from the Better Sleep Council (BSC), the nonprofit consumer-education […]
ISPA welcomes new leadership to Better Sleep Council
News release from the International Sleep Products Association Julia Rosien appointed as Chair, Brent Limer accepts Vice Chair Position (Alexandria, VA, Nov. 1, 2017) – The International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) welcomes Julia Rosien, Brand Director at Restonic Mattress Corp. and Brent Limer, Chief Sales Officer at Latexco LLC to Better Sleep Council (BSC) leadership. […]
MRC concludes first industrywide survey
Survey responses offer suggestions for improving recycling access, communications The Mattress Recycling Council received 165 responses to its first industry survey, which it conducted last summer. The retailers that participated helped the nonprofit organization understand how MRC is perceived and how it can better communicate to this segment of the industry. “With all the Bye […]
Some parents ignore infant sleep guidelines
A distressing new study finds that less than half (44%) of mothers intend to and consistently follow sleep guidelines that recommend infants be put to sleep on their backs. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends parents place newborns and infants on their backs to sleep to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome. The […]
Ontario knows the value of sleep
Residents of Ontario are the best sleepers in Canada, according to a survey conducted by online mattress brand Douglas. That said, none of the provinces are as well-rested as they could be. Only 17% of Ontarians report regularly getting eight hours or more of sleep each night, according to a news release. Residents of British […]
A lack of sleep can make arguments between partners more hostile and less productive
Most of us know the adage that tells couples never go to bed angry. Well, researchers have found that a lack of sleep can make arguments between couples nastier. So, maybe we need a new saying: If you’re fighting, get some sleep and talk again in the morning. It’s not as pithy, but it might be […]
Welcome to the evolution of retail shopping
Is brick-and-mortar retail dying? No. It’s going through a much-needed metamorphosis It has been a rough year for retail. Traditional retailers of all types are shuttering locations, with many reorganizing under bankruptcy protection and some going out of business forever. Analysts are calling it the worst year for retail since the Great Recession. (We hope […]
Relief Bed: Santa Rosa/Northern California fires relief project
News release written by Relief Bed and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Relief for Santa Rosa/Northern California fires Seattle, Oct. 14, 2017–The devastation in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County and surrounding areas is heartbreaking! Fires continue to rage as of today, and has already claimed the lives of 34 people with many missing. The fires have […]
Looking ahead to the holidays and year-end
Retail sales growth is expected to be modest at year-end, while e-commerce racks up double-digit gains A leading retail association has lowered its forecast overall for 2017, but expects U.S. sales this fall and during the winter holiday season and year-end to be a bit stronger. In September, after looking at revised first-quarter retail sales, […]
At Las Vegas Market convenience combines with cool products in mattress showrooms
BY BETH ENGLISH AND BARBARA T. NELLES Bedding buyers greeted by beauty, boxes and new meanings of adjustability If your store floor still lacks a boxed-bed offering, the Summer Las Vegas Market July 30-Aug. 3 was the show to shop. Major brands such as Serta and Simmons launched new boxed-bed programs for their flagship brands, […]
Delivering service in 7 steps
BY JEFF GIAGNOCAVO Delivery teams from brick-and-mortar stores can wow customers in ways a boxed bed left on the porch never will Given the buzz and excitement in the mattress world being created by direct-to-consumer online mattress retailers, I have a timely message about delivery to share. Thankfully for traditional retailers, when it comes to […]
Sleep positions indicate revealing facts
Research from the Better Sleep Council uncovers how you sleep may reveal more than you think A new survey conducted by the Better Sleep Council, the consumer-education arm of the International Sleep Products Association, suggests sleep positions may reveal important aspects about people, including their health, age and even education level. Most people sleep in […]
Hitting the mark with email marketing
Follow these email marketing suggestions to create e-newsletters consumers will look forward to reading With social media algorithms leaving businesses scratching their heads, email newsletters are coming to the forefront as a dependable way to reach consumers. “The question isn’t whether or not you should start an email newsletter; it’s how can you create a […]
How to recycle mattresses in MRC program states
The Mattress Recycling Council’s Bye Bye Mattress program provides no-cost recycling for public and private entities that discard mattresses and box springs that were used and discarded in the state. If you sell mattresses directly to consumers in California, Connecticut or Rhode Island, here’s how to recycle units from customers. California Directly drop off at […]
MRC issues 2016 California Annual Report, shows Bye Bye Mattress program success
Initial results of Golden State’s Bye Bye Mattress program show early success In its inaugural California Annual Report, the Mattress Recycling Council reported it diverted 955,059 units and more than 29 million pounds of material from landfills in 2016. Approximately 40% of the mattresses collected for recycling were obtained from retailers and other large-volume users […]
‘Mattress Mack’ recognized for epic efforts to aid Harvey victims
Jim McIngvale, principal of Houston-based retailer Gallery Furniture, has made almost as many headlines as Hurricane Harvey, the massive Category 4 storm that inundated and devastated southeast Texas in late August. There is good reason for that. Immediately after the storm hit, the man more commonly known as Mattress Mack, whose own home was severely […]
Bedding Market Quarterly report 2nd-quarter sales decline
U.S. mattress sales dipped in the second quarter of 2017, compared with the same three-month period in 2016, according to Bedding Market Quarterly, a sales trend report published by the International Sleep Products Association. Sales of mattresses and foundations tumbled 8%, and wholesale revenues fell 6.8%, compared with the same quarter last year. The average […]
Does bad press affect hiring?
Survey finds most U.S. workers would not apply for a job at a company experiencing negative publicity or bad press Negative publicity not only damages a store’s brand, but also its ability to recruit talent. According to a recent survey by CareerBuilder.com, 71% of U.S. workers would not apply for a job at a company […]
Forecast: Mattress sales to continue gains in 2017, 2018
U.S. mattress sales are expected to grow a bit more robustly in 2017 and 2018 than they did in 2016—itself a rather solid year, according to the latest ISPA Mattress Industry Forecast. Released in June, the mattress industry forecast for 2017 (paywall for non-ISPA members) from the International Sleep Products Association calls for a 3.5% increase […]
New ISPA Annual Trends Report shows solid growth
Mattress manufacturers shipped more than 41 million mattresses and foundations in 2016 The mattress industry continued a pattern of healthy growth in 2016 (paywall for non-ISPA members) posting gains in three key measurements, according to the ISPA Mattress Industry Trends Report released in June by the International Sleep Products Association. U.S. mattress manufacturers shipped more than 41 […]
Boxed-bed trend continues to resonate
Variety of companies are partnering with online retailers—or launching their own offerings—to stay ahead of the burgeoning category The boxed-bed category has gained even more momentum in 2017. Just in the past few months: Minneapolis-based mass merchant Target invested $75 million in mattress startup Casper and began selling a selection of Casper products online and […]
Why snoring drives partners from the bedroom
Australian study reveals that women are bothered more by sleep disorders than men A new study from Australian researchers suggests that men and women are affected differently by sleep disorders. Results show that women are more likely than men to have more severe symptoms of depression, trouble sleeping at night and excessive daytime sleepiness. Women […]
Keep your website contact page cool and current
A well-done website contact page gives potential customers plenty of ways to reach you A website contact page seems so boring and basic. I mean, let’s face it, it’s no home page. But the contact page is a vital link between you and your customers—a place for you to show them how responsive you are […]
News release: BSC sleep positions survey
News release from the Better Sleep Council, the consumer-education arm of the International Sleep Products Association Does Sleep Position Indicate Intelligence? Research from the Better Sleep Council uncovers how you sleep may reveal more than you think ALEXANDRIA, Virginia – August 11, 2017 – New research suggests the position you sleep in may tell you […]
Videos: Mattress industry news at Summer Las Vegas Market
At Summer Las Vegas Market held at the World Market Center, the editors of BedTimes and Sleep Savvy magazines shot these short videos of some new bedding products and technologies that launched at this show. Check out these silents and talkies fresh from market. The videos are all under 30 seconds and they’re all straight […]
Bedding Finds At Spring High Point Market Report
Mattress and sleep accessories exhibitors feature line extensions, adjustable bases, modern looks during rainy show BY BETH ENGLISH AND BARBARA T. NELLES The tone was subdued at the Spring High Point Market in High Point, North Carolina, with fewer bedding exhibitors, but Sleep Savvy editors were impressed with these finds. Note: Unless otherwise stated, all […]
Power Up Your Adjustable Base Sales
Adjustable bases are one of the most exciting products mattress retailers can sell—and not just because they are the only thing on the sales floor that does something besides lie there. (Just a little “motion” humor for you.) With features like head and foot tilt and massage, power bases help solve people’s real sleep and […]
Rev Up Your Summertime Sales with a Big ol’ Party
Summertime is a great time for mattress sales. Of course, there are the long holiday weekends, but consumers also often have more time on their hands and like to get out and about in the nice weather and longer days. Here are some ideas for pulling shoppers into your store between now and the official […]
Give Your Opinions About Mattress Recycling Programs Through a Short Survey
The Mattress Recycling Council has released an industrywide survey that will help the nonprofit improve its customer service and communication efforts. Take the short survey. MRC asks retailers and manufacturers doing business in MRC’s Bye Bye Mattress programs in California, Connecticut and Rhode Island to rate their experience with MRC and its resources. Those in […]
MRC expands public education
Recycling program launches interactive booth tour in California The Mattress Recycling Council recently launched an interactive booth tour in California to further reach and educate consumers about its Bye Bye Mattress program and the benefits of recycling. Activities are fun for all ages: a maze, matching game and computer challenge to save as many mattresses […]
VIP Event with HGTV ‘Property Brothers’ Celebrity
Winners of retailer sweepstakes meet ‘Property Brothers’ star Jonathan Scott and get an education in Stearns & Foster products, too Two lucky retail sales associates recently got to spend a few hours with HGTV’s Jonathan Scott, touring a New York loft, checking out new Stearns & Foster beds and picking up a few interior design […]
Why Americans Value the Role of Sleep
According to a national survey, a whopping 97% of Americans think a good night’s sleep improves their quality of life and is important to help them perform at their best. The study, conducted online by Harris Poll among more than 3,000 U.S. adults 18 and older, was commissioned by Herobed, a hybrid boxed bed launched […]
How to be a well-rested trendsetter
BY LISSA COFFEY Try these latest sleep aids and apps to catch up on your zzz’s at home, work or anywhere. Editor’s note: Savvy mattress retailers want to do everything they can to help their customers sleep better, including offering them sound advice and tips. Feel free to share this great guidance from Better Sleep […]
BSC Survey Uncovers Americans Still Believe Myths About Sleep
For Better Sleep Month, the Better Sleep Council Debunks Myths and Launches New Site ALEXANDRIA, Virginia – May 9, 2017 – Americans have trouble separating fact from fiction about sleep, according to a new study from the Better Sleep Council (BSC), the nonprofit consumer-education arm of the International Sleep Products Association (ISPA). To coincide with […]
Why Retailers are Shuttering Locations and Laying Off Employees like the Great Recession
While the overall U.S. economy remains robust, the retail sector is showing worrying signs of seriously ill health. Recent articles published by Bloomberg tally the latest declines. “Year-to-date store closings are already outpacing those of 2008, when the last U.S. recession was raging, reports Credit Suisse Group AG analyst Christian Buss. About 2,880 have been […]
High Point Market: Kingsdown Expands Vintage Collection Elite
NEWS RELEASE WRITTEN BY KINGSDOWN AND PUBLISHED, UNEDITED, BY SLEEP SAVVY 4/22/17 HIGH POINT, N.C. – Building on the success of its Vintage Collection®, top 15 luxury mattress supplier Kingsdown will highlight an expanded Vintage Collection Elite at the upcoming Spring High Point Market. The expanded line includes two new designs, which will boost the […]
High Point Market: Gold Bond Premier Mattress Collection Redesigned and Upgraded
NEWS RELEASE WRITTEN BY GOLD BOND AND PUBLISHED, UNEDITED, BY SLEEP SAVVY 4/21/17 Upscale fabrics, higher coil counts, natural latex foam, organic wool take center stage in facelift HIGH POINT, N.C. – Leading independent mattress manufacturer Gold Bond is boosting the comfort and support levels of its Premier Series, the company’s high-end innerspring mattress collection, […]
High Point Market: Fashion Bed Group Unveils Inventive ‘Presto’ Bed Frame
NEWS RELEASE WRITTEN BY FASHION BED GROUP AND PUBLISHED, UNEDITED, BY SLEEP SAVVY State-of-the-Art Support System Is Designed To Adapt, Engineered To Last CHICAGO, Ill., March 22, 2017 – Attendees at the Spring Market in High Point, N.C., are in for a bit of engineering magic in the form of the new PRESTO bed frame […]
High Point Market: Malouf Debuts New Headboard Line
NEWS RELEASE WRITTEN BY MALOUF AND PUBLISHED, UNEDITED, BY SLEEP SAVVY LOGAN, Utah, April 19, 2017 — Upscale bedding manufacturer Malouf today announced it will debut a line of headboards to complement its existing family of bed frames and bases. The company will show the new headboards at the upcoming High Point Market. “When customers […]
High Point Market: Therapedic’s Bravura Set to Steal the Show
NEWS RELEASE WRITTEN BY THERAPEDIC INTERNATIONAL AND PUBLISHED, UNEDITED, BY SLEEP SAVVY HIGH POINT, March 24, 2017—In addition to its reputation for showcasing best-of-class home furnishings and bedding, the High Point Market has also been praised for bringing world-class musical entertainment to market as part of its Stars Under The Stars program. But according to […]
High Point Market: Gold Bond Holds Social Media Contest
NEWS RELEASE WRITTEN BY GOLD BOND AND PUBLISHED, UNEDITED, BY SLEEP SAVVY HARTFORD, Conn., April 18, 2017 – Gold Bond will launch a social media contest in its showroom, located at M-610 of the International Home Furnishings Center, during the Spring High Point Furniture Market, April 22-26. The contest comes on the heels of a […]
How Nature, Naps and Showers Are All Key to Good Sleep
New research shows you can reset your ‘clock’ with a camping trip Having trouble getting good sleep? Grab your tent and head for the great outdoors. According to new research, a weekend spent outdoors can reset out-of-whack circadian rhythms and restore healthy sleep patterns. Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder conducted two studies with volunteers who […]
High Point Market: Shifman Adds Two Mattress Collections
News release written by Shifman Mattress Co. and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Newark, NJ, March 27, 2017 — Shifman Mattress Company, a leading designer and manufacturer of luxury, handmade, two-sided mattresses for over 124 years, will unveil two additional product lines at the upcoming High Point Furniture Market. For the first time ever, Shifman […]
Malouf Achieves First-Ever 4,000 Thread Count with Release of 4K Ultra TC Sheet Set
NEWS RELEASE WRITTEN BY MALOUF AND PUBLISHED, UNEDITED, BY BEDTIMES LOGAN, Utah, April 1, 2017—Well-known for luxurious sleep products, Malouf just revealed one of the biggest innovations in sheets since Egyptian cotton, the achievement of combining 4,000 threads per square inch to create its newest line of sheets: the aptly named 4K Ultra TC sheet set. […]
The Healing Power of Sleep in Cancer
While inadequate rest increases the risk of cancer, restorative sleep is an essential part of its treatment and recovery BY TERRY CRALLE Editor’s note: Savvy mattress retailers want to do everything they can to help their customers sleep better, including offering them sound advice and tips. Feel free to share this great guidance from Better […]
What Kind of Sleep Animal are You?
Do you sleep like a bear, dolphin, lion or wolf? According to Michael Breus, a sleep specialist and author of the new book “The Power of When,” there’s a reason why our daily activities and sleep habits vary—our biological clocks tick differently. To help understand these variations, he categorizes four chronotypes, or classifications, based on […]
First-time Millennial Homeowners: Aspirational, Practical
Generation is focused on building home equity, doing home improvements themselves Millennial homeowners ages 22 to 39 see homeownership as a good investment, according to the ninth annual Better Homes & Gardens survey of attitude and behavior trends of U.S. homeowners. That’s especially true of millennial “firsts”—those millennials living in first homes they’ve owned for […]
Mattress Recycling Council Program Celebrates 1 Million Recycled Mark
With a successful first year of mattress-recycling programs in California, Connecticut and Rhode Island, the Mattress Recycling Council has kept more than 1 million mattresses out of landfills, officials said during a program Jan. 24 at the Winter Las Vegas Market. The steel, foam, fiber and wood removed from these products have been given new […]
Bedding Exhibitors Simplify and Restructure at 2017 Winter Las Vegas Market
On-trend looks with an easier sell BY BETH ENGLISH AND BARBARA T. NELLES Rain and cool temperatures couldn’t dampen spirits at a very brisk Winter Las Vegas Market Jan. 22-26. Market officials declared it the “largest-ever January show” with attendance surpassing last winter’s all-time high. The editors of Sleep Savvy clocked many miles each day […]
Parents Report Daylight Saving Time Negatively Affects Their Kids
NEWS RELEASE Better Sleep Council Offers Tips to Help Parents Get Kids Back to Sleep ALEXANDRIA, Virginia – March 6, 2017 – Half of all American parents say Daylight Saving Time (DST) affects their kids and more than one-quarter (29%) report it’s more difficult to get children to sleep after the time change, according to […]
Napflix Aids Sleep with Purposefully Dull Videos
Can’t sleep? Napflix to the rescue! Ordinarily, sleep experts recommend removing screens at least an hour before bedtime. But what if a screen could provide the perfect antidote to insomnia? According to a Nov. 4 article on Geek.com, Victor Guitérrez de Tena and Francesc Pérez created Napflix.tv, a “Spanish siesta video platform” that finds users […]
Infants and Parents Should Share a Room to Prevent SIDS
Babies should sleep in the same room as the parents—but on a separate surface—for at least the first six months of life to prevent SIDS, according to a recommendation by the American Academy of Pediatrics. The policy statement, based on new research, encourages parents to keep their newborn in a crib or bassinet in their […]
Drowsy Driving as Risky as Drunk Driving
A study from AAA finds sleeping less than seven hours a day doubles the dangers of crashing Drivers who miss between one to two hours of the recommended seven hours of sleep in a 24-hour period and are drowsing driving nearly double their risk of a crash, according to research from the AAA Foundation for […]
5 Suggestions for Increasing Teamwork Efficiency
Go, team, go! In today’s retail climate, one way to do more with less is through the efficiency of teamwork. Follow these 5 suggestions for making the most of your staff: Two heads are better than one, the saying goes. But that doesn’t take into account how to make three, four or five heads work […]
New Quiz to Help Your Retail Sales Associates Thrive
Are you an RSA superstar? Take—and use—this, quick, five-question quiz as a roadmap to improve your techniques to win customers and grow sales: BY KEVIN CUNDIFF It’s one thing to know the ins and outs of your product offerings, but do you really have what it takes to maneuver sensitive customer situations? Find out if […]
Bedding Market Quarterly says Third-quarter Mattress Sales Down
U.S. mattress sales dipped in the third quarter of 2016, compared with the same three-month period in 2015, according to Bedding Market Quarterly, a sales trend report published by the International Sleep Products Association. Sales of mattresses and foundations decreased by 4.7%, and wholesale revenues dropped 2.5%, compared with the same quarter last year. The […]
Magniflex brings new bed models, adjustable bases and pillows to market
Three news releases written by Magniflex and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Magniflex continues to improve upon their mattresses with updates to their widely successful, Dolce Vita mattress line The updated Dolce Vita mattress line features an elegant new look and a classically Italian design Miami: The Dolce Vita mattress line is one Magniflex’s most […]
Tempur-Pedic Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Debut of Limited-Edition TEMPUR-Legacy Mattress
News release written by Tempur Sealy and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Tempur-Pedic continues to deliver life-changing sleep with proprietary TEMPUR® material, building upon company founder’s vision LAS VEGAS, Jan. 20, 2017 – To celebrate 25 transformative years in sleep innovation, Tempur- Pedic announced today the introduction of the new, limited-edition TEMPUR-Legacy™ mattress, which combines […]
Stearns & Foster Celebrates Record Year for Sales and Previews Plans to Go Big in 2017
News release written by Tempur Sealy and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy On the Strength of the 2016 Redesigned Stearns & Foster® Mattress Line-Up, Including the New Reserve Collection, Stearns & Foster Looks to Increase Retailer Presence in 2017 LAS VEGAS, Jan. 20, 2017 – The launch of Stearns & Foster’s 2016 redesigned mattress line-up, […]
Trusted Sealy Mattress Brand Gets Strongest Refresh in 130-Year History
News release written by Tempur Sealy and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Product lines revamped to offer improved support, aesthetics and value LAS VEGAS, Jan. 20, 2017 – Tempur Sealy International, Inc. (NYSE: TPX) announced today that its Sealy brand is getting an unprecedented refresh in 2017. The iconic brand known for its reliable support […]
Vispring Launches New Showroom at Las Vegas Market
News release written by Vispring and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Friday, December 16, 2016 — Luxury British bed maker, Vispring, launches new 1,996 square foot showroom at Las Vegas Market in Building C, Space 1562. The new location, in the center of the trade furnishings sector, has given Vispring more space to embody the […]
Therapedic Looks to Strike Chord with Bravura Line
News release written by Therapedic and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy LAS VEGAS — The world’s greatest musicians know that the ability to listen is essential to delivering a great performance. Top 10 bedding producer Therapedic agrees, which is why it used the summer and fall markets to soft launch Bravura and gather input from […]
Talalay Global Targets Sleep Accessories and Canines
Two news releases written by Talalay Global and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy (1) TALALAY GLOBAL™ TO EMPHASIZE IN LAS VEGAS NEW TALALAY SLEEP ACCESSORIES TO ACCELERATE RETAIL SALES, PROFITS SHELTON, Conn.—Talalay Global™ is coming to the Las Vegas Market with a new enhanced pillow program aimed at encouraging retailers to leverage the significant profit […]
Symbol Launches SleepFresh and Meditation Hybrid Collection
News release written by Symbol Mattress and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy SYMBOL® MATTRESS PLANNING ALL-OUT LAUNCH OF CLIMATE-CONTROLLED SLEEPFRESH™ BEDS; NEW MEDITATION™ LINE ALSO ON LAS VEGAS AGENDA RICHMOND, Va.—Symbol® Mattress, which has seen a very strong response to the new SleepFresh™ line it brought to Las Vegas last summer and in subsequent test […]
Specialty Sleep Association Showroom Filled to Max
News release written by the Specialty Sleep Association and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy SSA Showroom Filled, Two New Exhibitors, Also Some Existing Members Expand Their Show Space Friant, CA – January 16, 2017 – With 28 different mattress, bedding and home furnishings manufacturers exhibiting in Showroom C-1565 at the Winter 2017 Las Vegas market, […]
Spring Air to Re-introduce Back Supporter Lines
News release written by Spring Air International and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy SPRING AIR® TO SET STAGE IN LAS VEGAS FOR DRAMATIC RE-INTRODUCTION OF BACK SUPPORTER® LINES; THIRD BACK SUPPORTER LINE TO BE LAUNCHED BOSTON—Following extensive trade and consumer research on fashion looks and fabric trends that appeal to various demographic groups, […]
Serta® to Debut All-New Perfect Sleeper® Mattresses at Vegas Market
News release written by Serta and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy New Collection Designed for Better Looks, Better Feels and Better Overall Value in 2017 Hoffman Estates, IL (December 16, 2016) – Serta, the leading mattress manufacturer in the industry, is unveiling an all-new Perfect Sleeper mattress collection at the Winter 2017 Las Vegas Market. […]
Restonic Ushers In 2017 With Bright, Bold Statement-making Mattress
News release written by Restonic and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy BUFFALO, NEW YORK Restonic, a top 10 mattress manufacturer, is making dreams come true with the launch of their Field of Dreams mattress, a fashion-forward extension of the award-winning ComfortCare® Hybrid Signature mattress collection. Build it and they will come, Shoeless Joe said, […]
Paramount Sleep and Sheex Bedding Unveil an Innovative Partnership
News release written by Paramount Sleep and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Norfolk, Va., January 9, 2017—A new concept in bedding is going to revolutionize the mattress buying experience and will be showcased at the Red Rock Resort during the Las Vegas furniture market (Sat., Jan. 21-Wed., Jan. 25). In an untapped market niche, Paramount […]
Magniflex to Showcase Magni Smartech
News release written by Magniflex and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Magni Smartech is the future of sleep, combining superior comfort with innovative sleep technology The Magni Smartech analyzes and records data while you sleep to provide valuable insight and recommendations that dramatically improve your sleep over time. Miami, FL: Magni Smartech is an innovative, […]
Levitation Labs to Showcase Advanced UpLIFT and GlideON Encasements
News release written by Levitation Labs and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Company Will Occupy New Las Vegas Showroom, B-956 Chicago, IL – Jan. 16, 2017 – Based on the strong level of interest they received from retailers during their buzzworthy UpLIFT™ Weightless Mattress System product debut at the Summer Las Vegas Market this past August, […]
Kingsdown Relocating Las Vegas Showroom to C-1588
News release written by Kingsdown and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy NEW SHOWROOM DESIGN MIMICS ACTUAL RETAIL SHOWROOM ENABLES RETAILERS TO EXPERIENCE HOW BRAND WILL PLAY ON THEIR FLOORS MEBANE, N.C. – In a move to strengthen its presentation and better showcase its growing product line, luxury mattress supplier […]
HomTex to Launch New Dream Living Brand of Products at Las Vegas Market
News release written by Homtex and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Luxury and innovation are hallmarks of new family of sheets, adjustable bases, pillows, throws and decorative pillows LAS VEGAS – U.S. based HomTex Inc., known for its well-loved DreamFit® brand of sheets, will unveil the new Dream LivingTM brand during the Las Vegas Market starting January 22, […]
Fashion Bed Group Offers Full Slate of Las Vegas Introductions
Four news releases written by Fashion Bed Group and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy (1) FASHION BED GROUP® GIVES ITS ADJUSTABLES LINE A LIFT Design Updates Focus on Features and Value CHICAGO, Ill., December 16, 2016 – Who says you can’t get more for less? That’s exactly what Fashion Bed Group® (FBG) plans to deliver […]
Simmons launches Beautyrest Silver, adds New BeautySleep models
News release written by Simmons Bedding Co. and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Atlanta, Jan. 2017 — This January, Beautyrest® is replacing its highly successful Beautyrest Recharge® line with the new Beautyrest Silver collection, creating an easy-to-understand “better, best, luxury” step-up story for consumers. With Beautyrest Platinum™ and Beautyrest Black® rounding out the “best” and “luxury” […]
Englander to Bring New Tension Ease Line to Las Vegas
News release written by Englander and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy SHOWROOM TO INCLUDE SELECTION OF LOCALLY MADE ENGLANDER BEDS CHICAGO—Englander® Sleep Products will launch in Las Vegas a complete redesign of its Tension Ease® orthopedic collection featuring a new, proprietary latex foam. The producer also is “regionalizing” its C-1596 market space for the first […]
Diamond Mattress Expands Bed-In-Box Lines
News release written by Diamond Mattress and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy DIAMOND® MATTRESS EXPANDING BED-IN-BOX LINES IN LV TO GIVE RETAILERS ADDITIONAL OPTIONS IN EXPLOSIVE BOXED-BED CATEGORY RANCHO DOMINGUEZ, Cal.—Having seen its bed-in-box sales grow to 30 percent of its entire mattress business, Diamond® Mattress is launching in Las Vegas two new bed-in-box collections […]
Boyd to Introduce Broadest Spectrum Ever of Broyhill Beds
News release written by Boyd Specialty Sleep and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy OTHER INTROS INCLUDE NEW INNERFLEX® MODELS AND PLATFORM BED DESIGNS ST. LOUIS—Boyd Specialty Sleep® is broadening its selection of Broyhill®-branded products in Las Vegas to offer brick-and-mortar retailers the widest possible range of bed constructions, technologies, price points and aesthetics on an exclusive […]
Blu Sleep Launches Three Major Product Innovations
News release written by Blu Sleep and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Blu Sleep Products Introduces New AirTex® Technology Breathable Covers Five Dual Comfort Pillows and the new “Loft” Mattress with “right fit for the person, right fit for the adjustable bed base” At the Winter 2017 Las Vegas Market Pompano Beach, FL – January 16, […]
Kaymed Promises No More Guessing With Next-Gen Sleep Diagnostics
News release written by Kaymed and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Dublin, Dec. 5, 2016—Kaymed, which is exhibiting at Winter Las Vegas Market, booth 57 in the Specialty Sleep Association showroom (C-1565) is the Ireland-based mattress and foam producer that is also becoming a leader in technologies that measure and fit consumers to sleep products. […]
W. Silver Introduces New Adjustable Beds and Folding Foundation
News release written by W. Silver Products and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy El Paso, TX – January 16, 2017 – Building upon the explosive growth of the adjustable bed category, W Silver Products will be expanding its comprehensive line of adjustable bed bases with key improvements and new product introductions at the Winter Las Vegas […]
Generation Z Enters the Workforce with Ambition
Gen Z is about to hit the workforce. Here’s the scoop on a generation that blends old-school values with the digital world: Look out, retailers: Here comes Generation Z, born between 1995 and 2009, and about to enter the workplace with a bang. According to a survey by Monster.com, an employment website based in Weston, […]
Go Ahead, Nap, If You Can at Washington D.C. Sleep Boutique
Meditation and sleep boutique offers 20-minute respites in troubled times. In the middle of a stress-filled fall election season, a savvy Washington, D.C., entrepreneur opened a meditation and sleep boutique called Recharj in the heart of the city. An Oct. 13 headline in The Washington Post read, “Would You Pay for a 20-Minute Nap? This […]
Shifman Mattress Co. donates sleeping mats to Haitian hurricane victims
MATTRESS INDUSTRY NEWS RELEASE News release written by Shifman Mattress Co. and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Shifman Mattress Co. in conjunction with Kafe Louverture donates 10 double-sided sleeping mats to families affected by Hurricane Matthew Newark, NJ, Nov. 16, 2016 — Last month, Hurricane Matthew drove directly through Haiti, leaving a death toll of over […]
Retailer Web Services launching holiday deals on major mattress and appliance brands
NEWS RELEASE News release written by Retailer Web Services and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Hosting Guests this Holiday Season? Deals on Home Appliances and Mattresses are Aplenty SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 18, 2016—Independent retailers across the country are bracing for the “triple threat” frenzy of holiday shopping known as Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber […]
It All ‘Ads’ Up: Bedding Ads Auction Donates to Cancer Research
A treasure trove of bedding ads, dating from the Gilded Age to the Swinging ’60s, helps support research into one of the deadliest cancers Ten years ago, Sam Chase, co-founder of mattress protection supplier Fabrictech (now PureCare) died of pancreatic cancer. Chase had spent decades assembling and curating an extensive collection of bedding print ads, […]
Mattress shoppers can play games, win prizes at Gold Bond showroom
MATTRESS INDUSTRY NEWS RELEASE News release written by Gold Bond and published, unedited, by Sleep Savvy Gold Bond launches social media contest at High Point Market Prizes include premium futon and floor sample HARTFORD, Conn., Oct. 19, 2016 – Independent, family-owned Gold Bond Mattress, is getting social at the 2016 High Point Furniture Market this […]
Malouf moves to new High Point Showroom, launches IceTech mattress protector
MATTRESS INDUSTRY NEWS RELEASE Malouf Unveils New Showroom and Products at High Point Market LOGAN, Utah, Oct. 18, 2016 – Upscale bedding accessories provider, Malouf moved to a new showroom for the upcoming High Point Market; a move that prepares the company for increasing traffic and facilitates its customized sales approach. The new showroom at […]
Southern California Furniture and Accessory Market Opens Nov. 9 Under New Management
NEWS RELEASE All-new Southern California Furniture and Accessory Market opens under new management Nov. 9-10 with the latest trends in home decor LONG BEACH, CALIF., Oct. 19, 2016 – New management will bring fresh energy and trending styles to an expanded marketplace of furniture, bedding and home accessories products when the new Southern California Furniture […]
Web Campaigns for Mattresses Defy Tradition
Numbers show bedding advertisers approach TV and digital quite differently in their web campaigns While TV advertising for mattresses spikes every summer from Memorial Day through Labor Day, that ad spend does not appear to correlate with the industry’s ad spending on the web, according to “Mattress Advertising: Seasonality in TV and Paid Search,” a […]
Consumer Tips on How to Move a Mattress
NEWS RELEASE Vancouver Moving Company Reveals how to Move a Mattress like a Pro VANCOUVER, BC–(Marketwired – Oct. 17, 2016)–Ferguson Moving & Storage, a Vancouver moving company, has just released a blog that addresses one of the most difficult aspects of moving-the mattress. For more information, go to: How to move a mattress. Large pieces, […]
Risk of SIDS Continues in Unsafe Environments
A new study finds that caregivers still are putting babies to sleep in unsafe environments While many parents know the “Back to Sleep” tagline, a recent study finds that parents still are putting their babies to sleep in ways that raise the risk of sudden infant death syndrome. The study, published in the Aug. 15 […]
Vita Talalay latex brand offers virtual-reality glasses with purchase
MATTRESS INDUSTRY NEWS RELEASE Vita Talalay Makes Falling Asleep a Virtual Dream Maastricht, the Netherlands, Sept. 2016 — Radium Foam, makers of Vita Talalay latex foam introduce the first virtual reality experience ever to enhance night-time relaxation for better sleep, to be launched to retail stores worldwide on 1st of December 2016. The company, which prides […]
California’s CalRecycle Conducts Site Inspections
CalRecycle visits stores to verify that retailers are in compliance with the state’s mattress-recycling program Staff members of California’s Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) are conducting inspections to verify that retailers and other parties are complying with the Used Mattress Recovery and Recycling Art, reports the Mattress Recycling Council, a nonprofit organization created […]
Bye Bye Mattress and No-cost Mattress Recycling
Thousands of mattresses are recycled each month in California, Connecticut and Rhode Island as a result of Bye Bye Mattress, the Mattress Recycling Council’s consumer-facing program. Retailers in these states are eligible for no-cost recycling through Bye Bye Mattress. Here’s how to receive these services: California: MRC works with various recyclers throughout the state. Retailers […]
U.S. Veterans and Their Families Suffer from Sleep Disorders
U.S. veterans with sleep disorders on the rise A study by researchers at the University of South Carolina in Columbia reveals that sleep disorders in veterans has increased six-fold over an 11-year period. A sample of more than 9.7 million U.S. veterans seeking care in the Veterans Health Administration between 2000 and 2010 showed the […]
How a Fatty Diet Leads to Daytime Sleepiness
If you’re sleepy during the day, take a look at the amount of fat in your diet. Researchers at the University of Adelaide in Adelaide, Australia, examined the food intake and sleep habits of more than 1,800 men over the course of a year. They found that those who ate a high-fat diet were more […]
Medical Association Offers Guidance to Reduce Harmful Effects of LED Streetlights
Carefully lighting the way As cities replace streetlights with more energy-efficient LEDs, decisions about the type of LED lights selected should be taken into consideration, doctors say. The American Medical Association adopted a community guidance report at its annual meeting this summer to help communities select lights that will have the least amount of human […]
How Well Are You Competing with Online Retailers?
BY GARY JAMES As more online retailers and e-commerce players pop up, brick-and-mortar stores look for ways to retain customers—and profits. Consider these tactics for succeeding in the cyber world. This has been a busy year on the boxed-bed front, as manufacturers and retailers alike respond to the wave of new competition from e-commerce upstarts. […]
Las Vegas Market Mattress News Includes Lots of Under-bed Finds
Adjustable bases, frames and storage options among many solutions at summer show BY BETH ENGLISH AND BARBARA T. NELLES While major line changes were not on the menu at sleep products showrooms during the Las Vegas Market July 31-Aug 4, the editors of Sleep Savvy uncovered plenty of news—and, mostly, it was under the […]
U.S. Mattress Sales Tick Up Slightly in Second Quarter
U.S. mattress sales rose in the second quarter of 2016, compared with the same three-month period in 2015, according to Bedding Market Quarterly, a sales trend report published by the International Sleep Products Association. Sales of units (mattresses and foundations) increased 0.8% and the wholesale dollar value of those units was up 5.5%, compared with the […]
Steinhoff and Mattress Firm to Form World’s Largest Bedding Retailer
Via BedTimes Magazine Steinhoff International Holdings NV, with headquarters in Johannesburg, announced July 8 that it planned to acquire Houston-based Mattress Firm Holding Corp. for $64.00 per share in cash, or $2.4 billion. The offer was unanimously approved by the boards of both companies and will result in the largest multi-brand mattress retail distribution network […]
Tip Sheet: How-to Beat Retail Burnout
The competitive, people-oriented environment of a showroom floor can lead to physical and mental stress. Here are 5 ways to stay motivated. Stress on the sales floor and in the workplace is nothing new, but it seems to be on the rise. According to a June 27 article by Rich Fernandez posted on the HarvardBusiness Review […]
Summer of Giving: Bedding Industry Donates Product
Members of the bedding industry help communities by donating mattresses and sleep products to those in need Mattress retailers and manufacturers are a generous bunch, as news stories throughout the summer proved, and Sleep Savvy would like to highlight a few of their acts of kindness. In May, retailer Mattress Ranch, which has 11 locations […]
Infographic: American Workers Are Sleep-Deprived
According to this infographic published by the Safety Management online degree program at Eastern Kentucky University in Richmond, Kentucky, U.S. employees are short on sleep and it’s affecting their performance on the job, and causing more workplace injuries than ever before. Studies show that American workers are sleeping one to two hours less per day than […]
U.S. Mattress Sales Revenues Rise in Second Quarter
U.S. mattress sales rose in the second quarter of 2016, compared with the same three-month period in 2015, according to Bedding Market Quarterly (paywall), a sales trend report published by the International Sleep Products Association. Sales of units (mattresses and foundations) increased 0.8% and the wholesale dollar value of those units was up 5.5%, compared […]
MRC Offers Materials and Resources for Retailers
The Mattress Recycling Council offers consumer-education materials and resources for registered retailers at no cost. While stores aren’t required to use them, they are designed to help explain state recycling programs to customers. Included are: Information cards: These smartphone-sized cards, which can be attached to receipts or invoices, direct customers here for information about the […]
Third State Enacts Mattress Recycling Law
New Rhode Island Mattress Recycling program is funded through $10 fee for each mattress, box spring. On May 1, Rhode Island became the third U.S. state to launch a free recycling program for mattresses and box springs. The program, called Bye Bye Mattress, establishes free collection points in cities and towns across the state. Ocean […]
U.S. Wholesale Revenues Set New High in 2015
The U.S. mattress industry in 2015 continued its upward trend in both unit shipments and wholesale dollar values, according to the 2015 Mattress Industry Report of Sales and Trends recently released by the International Sleep Products Association. U.S. mattress manufacturers shipped nearly 39 million units (mattresses and foundations) in 2015—up 4.5% over 2014 levels. Wholesale […]
Forecast: U.S. Mattress Sales to Rise
The U.S. mattress industry is projected to enjoy healthy increases in both units shipped and the value of those shipments for 2016 and 2017, according to a new forecast from the International Sleep Products Association. The forecast, released in May, projects that the number of mattresses and foundations shipped will rise by 3.5% and the […]
Long Hours Can Be Hazardous To Your Health
Does working more hours increase your bottom line? Research says ‘nope.’ Take note, retailers: According to a recent post on Inc.com, working too much can be counterproductive and even lead to health problems. The business website cites various reports and scientific studies that suggest working more than 40 hours a week can have negative physical, […]
How To Train Your Brain to Improve Concentration
As a retailer, you have a lot on your mind. Follow these 3 tips to improve concentration and productivity: During the workday, distractions run rampant—phone calls, emails, interactions with vendors, employees and shoppers. To counteract these productivity speed bumps, try these three tips, offered by David Rock and reported by Nadia Goodman in Entrepreneur.com. Rock […]
Mattress Shopping Isn’t So Bad After All
BSC survey reveals Americans don’t stress over buying a new bed and mattress shopping It’s a familiar headline that tends to say something along these lines—Americans loathe mattress shopping. Or, mattress shopping frustrates consumers. But the notion that mattress shopping stresses out Americans is a fallacy, based on a recent survey from the Better Sleep […]
Why Pillows Are the Solution to Higher Sales
Are you looking for ways to increase your conversation rate? Up your focus on pillows before customers rest-test a single mattress. By Gordon Hecht People in the mattress industry, whether in a full-line furniture store or a bedding specialist, have a unique view of their incoming shopping traffic. Full-line stores often are satisfied with converting […]
High Protein Weight Loss Diet Improves Sleep
People following a high protein diet to lose weight may enjoy a benefit beyond shedding pounds—a better night’s sleep. In a study conducted by Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, 44 overweight or obese adults consumed either a normal protein or high protein diet designed for weight loss and were asked to rate the quality […]
Sleep Loss Boosts Hunger and Really Bad Food Choices
After a rough night of sleep loss, do you tend to wake up with the munchies? According to new research by the University of Chicago Medical Center, there’s a reason why lack of sleep increases unhealthy food choices. The study shows that sleep deprivation produces higher and more sustained levels of a lipid (specifically an […]
Workplace Epidemic: Employees Work Sleepy
A recent survey of more than 1,000 U.S. workers from Accountemps, a staffing firm based in Menlo Park, California, finds that nearly three-quarters of U.S. working employees report working while tired and nearly one-third say they do so “very often.” Younger workers are particularly likely to head into the office feeling less than well-rested. Eighty-six […]
Tired Teenagers Lead to Unsafe Behavior
CDC report finds that lack of sleep among high school students leads to unsafe behavior High school students in the United States who don’t get a good night’s sleep are more inclined to engage in risky behaviors than those who receive sufficient sleep, according to a new report released by the U.S. Centers for Disease […]
Spring High Point Market Bedding News
Ah, beauty, in bedding! Springtime show ushers in freshened products with designer touches ByBarbara T. Nelles and Beth English At this quiet show in bedding, it was the little things that really stood out in bedding showrooms. As we walked the Spring High Point Market, the editors of Sleep Savvy lingered over beautiful details on […]
Millennials Are Savvy Savers, New Survey Says
Millennials could teach older generations a thing or two about saving money, according to a survey from BankRate.com, a personal finance website. Some 62% of millennials say they are saving more than 5% of their incomes—up from 42% last year. By comparison, only 50% of older adults (defined by BankRate.com as age 30 and up) are […]
Financial Stress For Americans Peaks In Midlife
Economic anxiety index: Financial stress for Americans peaks in midlife Squeezed by a mix of personal and professional pressures, middle-age Americans feel the most financial pressure, according to a poll from the national radio program “Marketplace” and Edison Research. In a survey of 1,000 people, respondents ages 35 to 54 reported having the most financial […]
Simmons Beautyrest Black Partners with Quarterback Tom Brady to Promote Luxury of Sleep
Atlanta-based Simmons Bedding Co. LLC made a splash this week when it unveiled a new Beautyrest Black campaign featuring winning quarterback Tom Brady with the NFL’s New England Patriots. The partnership with Brady includes a “rich array of content, including but not limited to new television and digital spots created by global communications agency KBS,” […]
Simmons Helps Stores Step Up Their Technology Game
Editor’s Note: The relationship between retailers and product manufacturers is a critically important one. When they work well together, both enjoy greater success. With that in mind, Sleep Savvy has created Spotlight, an occasional feature. In each Spotlight, we’ll speak with a manufacturer about its latest products and, most importantly, the innovative ways it works […]
Girls Just Want to Have Fun
Art Van Furniture and Indiana radio station host ladies night out—complete with music, treats and, of course, home furnishings offerings Every woman needs a night out once in a while. Warren, Michigan-based Art Van Furniture recently teamed up with radio station Hot 107.9 FM to give gals a fun evening of “entertainment, excitement, pampering and […]
Better Bed Quizzz
The BSC launches a digital tool during Better Sleep Month to help consumers enter the mattress-buying process The Better Sleep Council, the consumer-education arm of the International Sleep Products Association, is introducing a “decision tree” application to help guide consumers through the initial steps of mattress shopping. The launch is in conjunction with its annual […]
News Release: Beautyrest Declares April National Training Month
NEWS RELEASE Beautyrest Declares April Inaugural National Training Month for Bedding Industry (ATLANTA – April 14, 2016) – This April, Beautyrest institutes the bedding industry’s inaugural National Training Month, a campaign aimed at preparing sales associates for the historically busy summer selling season. Throughout the month, Beautyrest will roll out a series of online and […]
CDC Finds a Third of Americans Don’t Get Enough Sleep
More than a third of Americans aren’t getting enough sleep and are suffering related health consequences, according to a report from the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released Feb. 19. (The less-than-scintillating title of the report—“Prevalence of Healthy Sleep Duration Among Adults—United States, 2014”—might help put some of those folks to sleep, but […]
Study Shows Retail Workers Are Satisfied, Engaged in Work
Are you having a good day selling sleep products today? Yes? You’re not alone. A recent study shows people working in the consumer products and services sector, which includes retail, are more engaged in and satisfied with their work than those in other fields. The data comes from “2016 Best Industry Ranking: Employee Engagement & […]
The Economic Cost of Sleep Deprivation
Better Sleep Council survey: U.S. adults spend $5 billion in cost to compensate for not getting enough rest American adults spend more than $5 billion annually trying to compensate for poor sleep, according to new research from the Better Sleep Council, the consumer-education arm of the International Sleep Products Association. Eighty-two percent of U.S. adults […]
Shifts in the Shopping Landscape and Consumer Attitudes
Trends expert predicts four ways consumer attitudes will change. If you think it’s increasingly difficult to predict the tastes and behaviors of your potential customers, you’re not alone. But that doesn’t make the effort any less important to your success. One reason it’s so challenging is that consumers themselves feel like balls in a pinball […]
Ending the Bedtime Battleground
Recommended by a pediatric sleep expert, a sleep pass can turn your bedtime battleground with your children into a peaceful experience. BY TERRY CRALLE Editor’s note: Savvy mattress retailers want to do everything they can to help their customers sleep better, including offering them sound advice and tips. Feel free to share this great guidance […]
Rhode Island Approves Mattress Recycling Program
Statewide mattress recycling program to begin May 1 The approved plan requires that retailers add a $10 recycling fee to each new or renovated mattress and box spring sold to Rhode Island consumers, who will see the charge as a separate line item on their receipt. Retailers and other businesses selling mattresses will remit those […]
Las Vegas Market Report: ‘The Perfect Storm’
Bedding vendors unleash blizzard of boxed beds and bases, snowy fabrics and fluffy pillows—all designed to warm up retail sales. BY BETH ENGLISH AND BARBARA T. NELLES Bedding buyers who traveled to the Winter Las Vegas Market Jan. 24-28 at the World Market Center were treated to an array of new products in what has […]
The High Cost of Better Sleep
NEWS RELEASE Contact: Mary Helen Rogers 571-482-5436 mhrogers@sleepproducts.org Kristen J. Gough 914-837-8912 kgough@marcusthomasllc.com THE HIGH COST OF POOR SLEEP New Better Sleep Council Research Shows Economic Cost of Sleep Loss in the Billions ALEXANDRIA, Virginia – March 3, 2016 – American adults spend more than $5 billion annually trying to compensate for poor sleep, according […]
Reverie Develops ‘retainer-less’ adjustable bases
News release REVERIE DEVELOPS INDUSTRY’S FIRST “RETAINER-LESS” SYSTEM TO HOLD MATTRESSES IN PLACE ON ADJUSTABLE BASES WITHOUT RETAINER BARS NEW PROGRIP™ BAR-FREE RETAINER SYSTEM TO DEBUT AT LAS VEGAS MARKET BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Michigan Jan. 24, 2016 – Reverie, the leading manufacturer of adjustable foundations, is bringing a huge innovation to the market with the introduction […]
E.S. Kluft & Co. Honors Founder King Karpen
NEWS RELEASE E.S. KLUFT & CO. HONORS AIRELOOM FOUNDER & INDUSTRY PIONEER KING KARPEN WITH NEW 75TH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA – To celebrate the 75th anniversary of its Aireloom brand, E.S. Kluft & Company, America’s premier luxury bedding manufacturer, is debuting a new collection named for Aireloom founder and sleep products industry […]
Customatic Introduces $599 Adjustable Base
NEWS RELEASE CUSTOMATIC WILL INTRODUCE $599 FAIRMONT ADJUSTABLE BASE NEW “ECONOLINE COLLECTION” COMBINES QUALITY & VALUE AT BEST PRICES IN INDUSTRY NATICK, MA – Customatic Adjustable Bedz, a retail solutions provider dedicated to the advancement of custom sleep products, announced its taking the industry lead in introducing a value-packed adjustable base starting at $599, queen […]
Customatic Adjustable Bedz Moves Into Mattresses
NEWS RELEASE Customatic Adjustable Bedz Making Move Into Mattresses NATICK, MA – Customatic Adjustable Bedz, a retail solutions provider dedicated to the advancement of custom sleep products, announced it will unveil a new division and mattress brand, myContour, at the upcoming Winter Las Vegas Furniture Market, Jan. 24th -28th. The new line is the company’s first […]
Dormeo Unveils Storage Base
NEWS RELEASE DORMEO N.A. PUTTING MORE UNDER THE MATTRESS MANUFACTURER WILL INTRODUCE FIRST STORAGE BASE AT VEGAS MARKET PLANO, TX – Whether a consumer lives in a mansion or a studio apartment, the one thing they share in common is a belief that they don’t have enough storage space. In response to increasing consumer demands […]
OMI Broadens Organicpedic Earth Line
NEWS RELEASE OMI RESPONDS TO GREATER DEMAND BY RETAILERS TO BROADEN ORGANICPEDIC EARTH LINE YUBA CITY, CA – Organic Mattresses, Inc. (OMI), the nation’s number-one manufacturer of organic mattresses under the Organicpedic™ brand, will introduce its new Pinnacle at the upcoming Las Vegas Furniture Market, Jan. 24th-28th. Debuting as the most expensive model in the […]
Kingsdown Updates Sleep Smart
NEWS RELEASE KINGSDOWN PRESENTS UPDATED “SLEEP SMART” MATTRESS AT WINTER LAS VEGAS MARKET SLEEP SYSTEM USES INFORMATION FROM MORE THAN A DECADE PLUS OF SLEEP RESEARCH TO PROVIDE HEALTH BENEFITS TO CONSUMERS MEBANE, NC – Premium mattress manufacturer Kingsdown, Inc., announced it will showcase its remodeled Sleep Smart system at the Winter Las Vegas Market […]
Tempur Sealy Announces Increased Advertising Commitment
NEWS RELEASE Tempur Sealy Announces Significantly Increased Advertising Commitment to Support Powerhouse Brands 2016 Marketing Plans Intended to Drive Retail Traffic and Consumer Demand LAS VEGAS, Jan. 22, 2016 – The excitement being generated by Tempur Sealy International, Inc. is not limited to the launch of the new TEMPUR-Breeze™ line and the redesigned 2016 Stearns & Foster® […]
Stearns & Foster Reserve Collection Debuts at Las Vegas Market
NEWS RELEASE Brand Known for Finest Beds Made Embraces Modern Design as Stearns & Foster Debuts Redesigned 2016 Collection New Reserve Collection Debuts at Las Vegas Furniture Market LAS VEGAS, Jan. 22, 2016 – Stearns & Foster® announced today a new chapter in the brand’s history with the debut of its redesigned mattress line-up, including the […]
New Tempur-Breeze Features Cooling Technology
NEWS RELEASE New TEMPUR-Breeze™ Line Features Best-in-Class Cooling Technology to Deliver Transformative Sleep New Line Launched to Help the Nearly Half of Consumers who Describe Themselves as ‘Hot Sleepers’ LAS VEGAS, Jan. 22, 2016 – Building on its worldwide reputation of developing proprietary, innovative products to unlock a transformative night’s sleep, Tempur-Pedic announced today the introduction of […]
Beautyrest Builds On Luxury Success With New Beautyrest Black
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TO BEDDING TRADE ONLY Beautyrest Builds On Luxury Success With New Beautyrest Black – Integrated SmartMotion base provides custom sleep tracking, tips, smart alarm and more for personalized sleep support – (ATLANTA – January 24, 2016) – After a year of record-setting sales, Beautyrest® is set to debut twelve new […]
Spring Air Chattam & Wells ‘Throne’ Bed Has European Grandeur
NEWS RELEASE Spring Air Brings European-Style Grandeur to Las Vegas Market With Chattam & Wells ‘Throne’ Bed BOSTON—Simultaneous with the company’s 90th Anniversary and the North American launch of a new 2016 Chattam & Wells collection in Las Vegas, Spring Air will showcase at market a dramatic and “uber luxurious” international version of the […]
Malouf to Debut Scented Pillows with a Unique Twist
NEWS RELEASE Malouf to Debut Scented Pillows with a Unique Twist LOGAN, Utah JAN. 19, 2016 – Upscale bedding accessories provider Malouf unveils three scented pillows with included essential oil spritzers offering the unique ability to refresh or customize its fragrance. This innovation enhances the sleep experience by customizing the aromatic environment surrounding a pillow […]
Vispring Launches Three Products at Las Vegas Market
NEWS RELEASE VISPRING ANNOUNCES THREE NEW PRODUCT LAUNCHES AT LAS VEGAS MARKET, JAN. 24-28 PLYMOUTH, United Kingdom Jan. 19, 2016 — Vispring will be launching three new products at Las Vegas Market, taking place January 24-28. Combined, the headboard collaboration with designer Staffan Tollgård, the limited edition Europa bed, and the new Oxford model will […]
Thomashilfen Offers New ThevoRelief Models
News release Thomashilfen North America to Offer ThevoRelief Models in Consumer-Friendly Softer, Medium and Firm Choices at the Winter Las Vegas Market SEATTLE, WASHINGTON Dec. 4, 2015 – Responding to valuable information from both consumers and mattress retailers, Thomashilfen, North America has expanded its scientifically proven and tested therapeutic bed line to address the comfort […]
Teamex Shows ‘Sleepleasant Soothing Waters’ Heated Topper
News release Teamex To Show the Sleepleasant “Soothing Waters” Heated Mattress Topper at Specialty Sleep Showroom C-1565 in Las Vegas December 7 , 2015 – Fairfield, NJ – With the ever expanding demand and opportunity for accessories or aftermarket products designed to enhance sleep comfort, Teamex Corporation (Teamex) of Fairfield, NJ will be introducing their […]
Therapedic Debuts Four New Collections
News release FOUR NEW COLLECTIONS TO DEBUT AT THERAPEDIC INTERNATIONAL SHOWROOM AT THE JANAURY LAS VEGAS MARKET Princeton, New Jersey Jan. 20, 2016–The Therapedic International space plans to be a hotbed of activity with the release of four new product collections at the January Las Vegas Market. The company recently moved into a newly renovated […]
Symbol Launches New Brand ID, New Lines
News release SYMBOL® MATTRESS LAUNCHING NEW BRAND IDENTITY, RETAIL-FOCUSED BUSINESS OBJECTIVES AND NEW PRODUCT LINES IN MAJOR LV INITIATIVE RICHMOND, Va. Jan. 20, 2016—Symbol Mattress is re-introducing itself to retailers in Las Vegas, bringing to the winter market a new brand identity, retail-focused business objectives, several new product lines, plus the first phase in a renovation […]
Serta Redesigns iComfort for 2016
News release Serta Redesigns its iComfort® Mattresses for 2016 New collection includes both all-foam and hybrid models with Serta’s most advanced technologies HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS (December 9, 2015) – Serta, the leading mattress manufacturer in the industry, announced today that an all-new collection of iComfort mattresses will be unveiled at the Winter 2016 Las Vegas […]
Spring Air 90th Anniversary Products and Events Headline at Market
News release 90th ANNIVERSARY PRODUCTS, EVENTS AND NEW, ‘REDEFINED’ CHATTAM & WELLS COLLECTION LEAD SPRING AIR’S LAS VEGAS MARKET CHARGE BOSTON Jan. 20, 2016— Spring Air® International will commemorate its 90th birthday during the Las Vegas Market, launching a 90th Anniversary bed collection dressed in contemporary tuxedo looks, plus a number of themed promotions, contests, advertising […]
Specialty Sleep Association Showroom Product Lineup and Floor Plan
News release New Companies fill out the SSA Showroom’s Show-within-a-Show innovative product lineup 31 Bedroom exhibitors all in one spot makes it a must-see for retailers Friant, CA – Dec. 10, 2016 – The Specialty Sleep Association ( SSA) has once again sold out the space in their Building C, fifteenth floor mattress and bedding […]
Pure Talalay Bliss Stakes Out ‘Modern Luxury’ Brand Position
News release PURE TALALAY BLISS™ TO STAKE OUT IN LAS VEGAS DRAMATIC NEW ‘MODERN LUXURY’ BRAND POSITION IN ULTRA HIGH-END BEDDING SEGMENT SHELTON, Connecticut Jan. 20, 2016—In a move to drive the distinction between Talalay latex and other latex, pure LatexBLISS™ has been re-branded and re-concepted as Pure Talalay Bliss™–the new symbol of modern […]
PureCare Introduces Technical Textile Enhanced Sleep Collection
NEWS RELEASE PureCare – Technical Textile Enhanced Sleep Collection FAIRFIELD, New Jersey – December 14, 2015 – Over the past decade, PureCare has redefined health and wellness in the top-of-bed category, fusing innovative products and enhanced technical textiles to craft a complete collection of wellness-focused sleep products. Today the company offers its retailers and consumers […]
Noctova Introduces Memory Foam Beds and Accessories
NEWS RELEASE Noctova Sleep To Reach Retailers at Las Vegas Market with “Real Value” Story New Products Featured in SSA Showroom C-1565 SAINT LOUIS, MO Dec. 2, 2015 – Leveraging off of both unanticipated, but well received growth and a strong consumer marketing message that Price Plus Quality Equal Real Value, Noctova® Sleep will be […]
Naturepedic Launches Chorus Organic Mattress
NEWS RELEASE Naturepedic Launches Chorus Organic Mattress Chorus incorporates universal comfort and organic design at an entry level price point CHAGRIN FALLS, Ohio – Naturepedic, manufacturer of certified organic mattresses and sleep accessories for the luxury adult market, will launch the Chorus organic mattress at the 2016 Las Vegas Market. This entry-level mattress is ideal […]
Leggett & Platt Eliminates Retention Bar, Adds Features to 2016 Prodigy Adjustable Base
NEWS RELEASE LEGGETT & PLATT® ELIMINATES BAR RETENTION, EXPANDS FEATURES ON NEW 2016 PRODIGY™ ADJUSTABLE BASE Redesigned Prodigy features MicroHook™ retainer system for a streamlined look. CARTHAGE, Missouri, Jan. 17, 2016 – Leggett & Platt® Adjustable Bed Group has reinvented the Prodigy base, adding its exclusive MicroHook™ mattress-retention system to eliminate retainer bars often seen […]
King Koil Introduces New World Luxury Models, Direct-Ship Program
NEWS RELEASE NEW WORLD LUXURY™ SERIES’ BEDS, NEW DIRECT SHIP AND SLEEP DATA-COLLECTION PROGRAMS ON TAP IN KING KOIL LAS VEGAS SHOWROOM A-538 WILLOWBROOK, Ill.—King Koil® will be launching in Las Vegas several new options related to its World Luxury line of beds, along with a new sleep data collection technology and a new […]
Forever Foundations Introduces New Bed Foundation Accessories
NEWS RELEASE FOREVER FOUNDATIONS INTRODUCES A FULL LINE OF BED FOUNDATION ACCESSORIES AT THE LAS VEGAS MARKET ‘WE ARE RE-INVENTING THE FOUNDATION ‘TO MAKE IT YOURS!’ December 8, 2015 – Irvine, CA – Leveraging off of the exploding growth of the mattress / bedding accessories market, offering total sleep solutions to retailers and consumers, Forever […]
Fashion Bed Group Unfolds Future With SNAP Bed
NEWS RELEASE FASHION BED GROUP® UNFOLDS THE FUTURE OF BED DESIGN New Series Makes Shipping, Set-up and Style a SNAP! CHICAGO, December 17, 2015 – With Fashion Bed Group’s new SNAP™ Beds, set-up and shipping have never been simpler. These revolutionary bed designs from the leading U.S. retail supplier of bedding accessories literally “snap” together […]
Fashion Bed Group Unveils New Bedding Support Options
NEWS RELEASE FASHION BED GROUP® OFFERS STRENGTH AND FUNCTIONALITY WITH NEW BEDDING SUPPORT OPTIONS New Platform Bed Frame Offers Storage Options and Eliminates Box Spring CHICAGO, Ill., December 17, 2015 – Inspired by the adage that it’s what’s underneath that counts, Fashion Bed Group® (FBG), the leading U.S. retail supplier of bedding accessory products, is […]
Fashion Bed Group Adds New Pillow Offerings
NEWS RELEASE PILLOW TALK: NEW OFFERINGS FROM FASHION BED GROUP® FEATURE INNOVATIVE COOLING AND COMFORT TECHNOLOGY CHICAGO, Ill., December 17, 2015 – Keep your cool – and get a better night’s sleep – with new memory foam bedding accessories from Fashion Bed Group® (FBG), the leading U.S. retail supplier of bedding accessory products. Building on […]
Fashion Bed Group Offers On-Trend Headboards
NEWS RELEASE HEADBOARDS HEADLINE MARKET HIGHLIGHTS FROM FASHION BED GROUP® On-trend Upholstered Offerings Blend Versatility and Value CHICAGO, Ill., December 17, 2015 – Open any home décor magazine or website and you’ll find them. Upholstered headboards are all the rage. Fanning the flames of this hot design trend, Fashion Bed Group® (FBG), the leading U.S. […]
Fashion Bed Group Unveils Five New Bed Designs
NEWS RELEASE FASHION BED GROUP® KICKS OFF 2016 IN STYLE Category Leader to Unveil Five New Bed Designs in Las Vegas CHICAGO, Ill., December 17, 2015 – Resolve to make 2016 the most stylish year yet with new beds and accessories from Fashion Bed Group® (FBG), the leading U.S. retail supplier of bedding accessory products. […]
Ergo Sleep Centers Introduces Ergo Majestic Mattresses to Retailers
NEWS RELEASE Ergo Sleep Centers to Introduce Full Line of Ergo Majestic Mattresses to Retailers at the SSA Showroom, C-1565 in Las Vegas at the Winter 2016 Market CLARKSTON, MI – December 14 , 2015 – Ergo Centers, LLC, dba Ergo Sleep Centers, a fast-growing retailer of ergonomic and symptom-specific sleep products, will be showing […]
Englander Spotlights Expanded E-Gel Bed, Modernized Showroom
NEWS RELEASE ENGLANDER® TO SPOTLIGHT EXPANDED NEW E-GEL™ BED COLLECTION FROM FULLY RENOVATED, MODERNIZED LV SHOWROOM CHICAGO—Retailers visiting Englander Sleep Product’s showroom during the Las Vegas Winter Market will find that the producer has completely reconfigured, revamped and modernized its C-1596 space—eliminating walls, clearing windows, increasing light and flow, and adding a second entrance. […]
Diamond Mattress Returns to LV Market With Bed-In-Box Program
NEWS RELEASE DIAMOND MATTRESS RETURNS TO LAS VEGAS WITH NEW, MADE IN USA BED-IN-BOX PROGRAM OFFERING MULTIPLE DESIGN OPTIONS, CUSTOMIZATION RANCHO DOMINGUEZ, CA—Diamond® Mattress—the largest, independently owned mattress manufacturer in California—is returning to Las Vegas for the winter market to launch a major new U.S.-made, bed-in-box program from its C-1552 showroom. The fourth-generation family-owned […]
Soft-Tex Launches Dream Smart Pillow Fitting System, Mattress Protectors
NEWS RELEASE Soft-Tex International announces the launch of new Dream Smart™ products WATERFORD, New York (January 18, 2016) – Soft-Tex International has partnered with Ultra Shield to introduce the Dream Smart ™ Pillow Fitting System as well as a complete line of Dream Smart ™ mattress protection products at the upcoming Las Vegas Market. The […]
Boyd Revamps My Mattress Now Program
NEWS RELEASE BRICK-AND-MORTAR STORES TO ENJOY MAJOR COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE OVER ONLINE DEALERS WITH BOYD’S REVAMPED MATTRESS SHIPPING SERVICE ST. LOUIS—Boyd Specialty Sleep has redesigned its My Mattress Now™ program and will re-introduce the unique shipping service to current and prospective brick-and-mortar retail customers at the Las Vegas Market, announced company president Denny Boyd. First made available […]
Boyd Specialty Sleep Offering Multiple Product Introductions
NEWS RELEASE BOYD PLANNING MULTIPLE LV INTRODUCTIONS UNDER POPULAR BROYHILL CONSUMER BRAND; NEW PLATFORMS, ADJUSTABLE BASES ALSO ON AGENDA ST. LOUIS—Making the Broyhill® brand the centerpiece of its introductions for Las Vegas, Boyd Specialty Sleep® plans to launch at market two new Broyhill mattress collections, new Broyhill bed-in-box concepts, plus three new Broyhill toppers. […]
Danican Unveils Private-Label Program
NEWS RELEASE DANICAN MAKES PRIVATE LABELING EASY FOR U.S. RETAILERS Retailers Do Not Need to Be a National Chain to Have Their Own Brand ATASCADERO, CA, Jan. 12, 2016—EverRest Inc., dba Danican, the US subsidiary of EverRest ApS, based in Aahrus, Denmark now offers their expertise in private label manufacturing for a collection of superior-quality […]
Blu Sleep Launches Pillow Selection Program, ‘Cool’ New Identity
NEWS RELEASE BLU SLEEP PRODUCTS CREATES A NEW “CHOOSE YOUR PILLOW PROGRAM” AND INTRODUCES A NEW, “COOL” IDENTITY MARKETING CAMPAIGN POMPANO BEACH, FL – December 11 – 2015 – Blu Sleep Products is launching both a new Umbrella Marketing program around the theme of “Cool Engineering” and an easy and convenient consumer and retailer “How […]
A Guide to Bedding Exhibitors at Winter Las Vegas Market
If you will be attending the Winter Las Vegas Market Jan. 24-28, we’ve compiled a couple of helpful lists of sleep products exhibitors for you, using the World Market Center’s exhibitor-search tool. Download a PDF of bedding exhibitors: Alphabetical Listing of Bedding Exhibitors By-Building Listing of Bedding Exhibitors In addition, take an advance look at some market […]
Spring Air Hosting 90th Anniversary Cocktail Party Jan. 24 at Las Vegas Market
News release SPRING AIR® HOSTING 90TH ANNIVERSARY COCKTAIL PARTY ON OPENING DAY OF LAS VEGAS MARKET Celebration to include AmEx Dining Card Giveaways BOSTON Jan. 18, 2016—Commemorating its 90th anniversary during the Las Vegas market, Spring Air® International is hosting a celebratory cocktail party on opening-day Sunday, Jan. 24, from 4 to 6 p.m. […]
Pantone Color of the Year choices evoke tranquility, wellness
Color trend forecast blends two shades—Rose Quartz and Serenity For the first time, Pantone Inc., the leading color trend forecaster, has selected two shades for its Color of the Year—Rose Quartz and Serenity. The pale pink and light blue colors reflect consumers’ desires to seek mindfulness and well-being as an antidote to modern stress, according to […]
Mattress Sales Jump in November
Mattress sales rose 4.9% in November 2015 over the same month in 2014, according to the latest Bedding Barometer (paywall), a monthly report of U.S. mattress sales published by the International Sleep Products Association. Additionally, the wholesale dollar value of those units grew by 6.5% and the average unit selling price increased 1.6%, compared with […]
News Release: California Mattress Recycling Program Debuts
NEWS RELEASE December 30, 2015 Contact: Julia McDowell Office: (703) 888-4146 Cell: (703) 582-0428 jmcdowell@williamswhittle.com STATEWIDE MATTRESS RECYCLING PROGRAM DEBUTS IN CALIFORNIA Allows In-State Retailers No-Cost Drop Off at Participating Recycling Facilities ALEXANDRIA, VA – Today, California’s Mattress Stewardship Plan will take effect, making it the second state in the nation to launch a statewide […]
Get in the know on the latest sleep research
Kids: For a good night’s sleep, turn off, tune out Study finds 20% of teens awake up at night to check social media More than one in five teenagers say they “almost always” wake up during the night to look at or post messages on social media, according in some of the latest sleep research from […]
Does Your Store Have a Unique Value Proposition?
Stand apart and be noticed. When you establish a value proposition to distinguish your store from the competition, it gives consumers a reason to buy from you. Here’s how to create yours BY CARLOS ARNAVAT 4 Value proposition—isn’t that a slogan or positioning statement? Why do I need one? And how will it increase my bottom […]
Sleep Savvy magazine is born and more mattress industry history
This year, the International Sleep Products Association, which publishes Sleep Savvy, is celebrating its centennial. In researching ISPA’s first 100 years for an anniversary series in our sister publication BedTimes, we’ve found plenty that is of interest to mattress retailers. Here we share some news and trends from the period 1991 to 2015. We might […]
California Mattress Recycling FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the California recycling program I am a mattress retailer, and I want to be compliant with this new law and program. Where can I learn more? The Mattress Recycling Council has a toll-free support line, dedicated email, written guidelines and a step-by-step video to assist the mattress industry with registering through www.mrcreporting.org. […]
Mattress Recycling Fee Collection Begins Dec. 30 in California
The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery has approved a budget and recycling fee for mattress recycling. Fee collection will begin Dec. 30. The Mattress Recycling Council proposed the budget and fee to fund its California Mattress Recycling Program, which will be known to consumers as Bye Bye Mattress. MRC is a nonprofit organization […]
Connecticut Mattress Recycling Off To Strong Start
The first state mattress-recycling program took effect in Connecticut in May. Six months into the program, here are some of the results: Ninety towns and 65 other entities (retailers, nonprofits, boarding schools, a submarine base, etc.) have enrolled in the program. In the first five months, the Mattress Recycling Council has kept nearly 50,000 mattresses out […]
Spreading the mattress recycling word
The Mattress Recycling Council has been busy keeping mattresses out of landfills and spreading the word about what its staff does. Here’s an idea of what it has been up to: In Connecticut, the site of the first statewide mattress-recycling program, MRC has launched a series of public service announcements. In September, MRC provided a […]
In High Point, Smaller Mattress Players Shine, Accessories Get Adventurous
BY BETH ENGLISH AND BARBARA NELLES When it came to mattress introductions at High Point Market Oct. 17-22, the starring roles at this contracting bedding market were played by the industry’s boutique brands and regional factories. The editors of BedTimes and Sleep Savvy particularly enjoyed taking a closer look at new offerings because of their […]
September Mattress Sales See Strong Growth
Mattress sales climbed 8.7% in September, compared with the same month in 2014, according to the Bedding Barometer (paywall), a monthly report of U.S. mattress sales published by the International Sleep Products Association. The wholesale dollar value of those sales grew 13.6%, compared with September 2014, while the average unit selling price increased 4.5%. Total […]
Mattress Sales Increase in july
U.S. bedding sales again posted gains in July, according to the Bedding Barometer, a monthly report of mattress sales published by the International Sleep Products Association (paywall). Mattress and foundation sales grew 4.2% compared with the same month in 2014, the wholesale dollar value of those units rose 6% and the average unit selling price increased […]
News Release: BSC Welcomes New Leadership and Members
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 29, 2015 Contact: Jasmine Wood (703) 683-8371 BSC WELCOMES NEW LEADERSHIP AND MEMBERS: Mark Hobson, chair; Dan Schecter, vice chair; and new members Marcus Baffoe-Bonnie, Julia Rosien and Don Wright (Alexandria, VA) – The Better Sleep Council, the consumer education arm of the International Sleep Products Association, today announced several leadership […]
Fleetzen survey says same-day delivery can make the sale
Retailers of large items—everything from big-screen TVs and barbecue grills to sporting equipment and furniture—are losing sales if they don’t offer same-day delivery, according to a new survey from Seattle-based Fleetzen. Fleetzen, it should be noted, has a vested interest in the subject: Instead of moving people, the Uberlike startup, along with Los Angeles-based Buddytruk, […]
New from SleepSells.com
Check out recent additions to SleepSells.com, an information hub that connects retail sales associates with the Simmons brand, part of Atlanta-based Serta Simmons Bedding LLC. “Elephant in the showroom”: This campaign invites RSAs to submit their trickiest “sticky situation” with consumers. (Retail sales associates can submit their stories directly to submissions@SleepSells.com. “Sell yourself, sell the […]
California approves MRC mattress recycling budget and fee
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 1, 2015 Media Contact: Amanda Wall Office: (571) 482-5431 Cell: (713) 829-7748 awall@mattressrecyclingcouncil.org CALRECYCLE APPROVES MATTRESS RECYCLING COUNCIL’S RECYCLING BUDGET & FEE MATTRESS RECYCLING FEE COLLECTION BEGINS DECEMBER 30, 2015 ALEXANDRIA, VA – Today, the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) approved the budget and recycling fee that the […]
The 60s and 70s, happening times in bedding
As the International Sleep Products Association digs into its archive for a series of BedTimes magazine articles celebrating its 100th anniversary, the association has discovered a lot of interesting tidbits for mattress retailers, too. ISPA, which also publishes Sleep Savvy, is happy to share with you some of the news and trends from the period […]
Where did accountability go?
Believe it or not, employees want to be held responsible for their performance. Here are four keys to turn this watchword into a successful practice BY DOUG STEWART “I WILL HOLD YOU ACCOUNTABLE.” In every cubicle and on every sales floor, the word “accountability” strikes fear in the hearts of employees, but shouldn’t accountability be a […]
Mattress sales jump in June
Mattress sales advanced 8% in June compared with the same month in 2014, according to the Bedding Barometer, a monthly report of U.S. mattress sales published by the International Sleep Products Association. The wholesale dollar value of those units sprang up 12.2%, while the average unit selling price increased 3.9% compared with June of last […]
An education in sleep
Better Sleep Council spokeswoman Terry Cralle offers these back-to-school suggestions for an A+ year Editor’s note: Savvy mattress retailers want to do everything they can to help their customers sleep better, including offering them sound advice and tips. Feel free to share this great guidance from Better Sleep Council spokeswoman Terry Cralle with your shoppers (with […]