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Half of Remote Workers Admit to “Bed Rotting”

Have you heard of “bed rotting?” Although it might sound a bit off-putting, the term just means long periods in bed while doing activities...




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I Wish I Had Thought of That!

Sleep Savvy offers a retrospective of previous Retail Road Trips, highlighting best practices and brilliant...

The Original Mattress Factory Builds on the Basics

As a direct-to-consumer pioneer, the Cleveland-based manufacturer-retailer continues its tradition of hand-built, quality mattresses...

Sleeping with a Partner

The latest Better Sleep Council research delves into bed partners and sleep. Every day, Retail...

Taking a Beat

Even in slower moments, opportunities abound. Hello, everyone! In Beth English’s column in the July/August issue, she was kind enough to introduce me. For those...

What Country Gets the Best Night’s Sleep? 2023 Worldwide Sleep Habits

Getting a good night’s rest knows no borders — after all, all human beings require sleep — but some countries’ populations are better than...

Day in the Life

If you studied how people across the world spend their time, here’s what an average day would look like. No matter what we do with...

Selling the Better Sleep Package

Sweet Dreams Mattress & Furniture wins with a powerful package strategy. There’s a lot of talk in mattress retail circles about selling better sleep. But...

The Future Is Here

Smartbeds offer personalization and ways to improve sleep and health. In 2005, I traveled to Seattle on a work trip. One of the highlights was...

Is Your City Wide Awake or Sleepy?

New research from Amerisleep blog shows places where noise, light and caffeine are keeping people up and alert Based on populations of 200,000 residents or...

Sleep Tight

New research from the Better Sleep Council reveals the habits and environmental factors getting in the way of a good night’s sleep. For many, it’s...

Up Close and Personal

Selling mattresses isn’t just about business. It’s about making lives better. Someone recently asked me to name my favorite movies. I had to think about...

Sleep Savvy Examines Best Practices that Have Helped Successful Retailers Thrive

It’s been a minute since we’ve brought you a best-of Retail Road Trip story. Every few years, we like to revisit some of the...

Sleeping with a Partner

The latest Better Sleep Council research delves into bed partners and sleep. Every day, Retail Sales associates encounter people looking for a new mattress and...

Going Against the Norm

A new report identifies 4 business priorities for creating a strong customer experience. “Business Growth Report,” a study released by New York-based product-to-consumer software company...

Mattress Replacement Cycle Drops to 8.3 Years

ISPA’s Rogers says research is good news for consumers who benefit from a new mattress. The actual mattress replacement cycle, a metric closely watched in...

The Hopeful Season

While the economy is still troubling, some bright spots can be found. There’s something just so hopeful about this time of year. The short days...

“Inside the Mind of Today’s Mattress Shopper” – The Importance of a Great Night’s Rest

Terry Cralle, a sleep expert and spokeswoman for the Better Sleep Council, shares why the mattress industry should be better prepared to talk about...

These Poor Sleepers Need Bedding Retailers’ Help

A U.S. News & World Report study finds resident of Philadelphia have worst sleep health. A new study from U.S. News & World Report's 360 Reviews finds...

Moving Forward

From sustainability tips to retail displays to goal-setting, this issue is full of good ideas for 2023. Every time the new year rolls around, I...

Hitting the Snooze Button Every Morning?

A new study shows you're far from alone. A study by researchers at the University of Notre Dame has painted a clearer picture of our...

BSC Study Reveals Shoppers’ Interest in Mattress Sustainability

Younger consumers are more likely to consider sustainability issues when purchasing a mattress. New consumer research conducted by the Better Sleep Council reveals that high...

A Winning Spirit

Esprit Decor Home Furnishings’ family camaraderie, customer focus build success. The secret sauce at this home furnishings retailer is the special spirit that drives the...

‘Retail Theater’ a Winning Idea for Mattress Retailers

Bedgear’s Eugene Alletto says compelling displays make in-store experiences special. Eugene Alletto, chief executive officer of Bedgear, has some refreshing thoughts on the state of...

Retail Mattress Sales Down Again in December

Piper Sandler survey finds mixed expectations about business in first quarter of 2023. Mattress retailers saw a slight improvement in business in December, but sales...