The average human spends about 33 years in bed. That’s about one-third of our lives in bed, either sleeping or attempting to do so. If this study is anything to go by, then your bedroom is the most crucial space of your home, and the bed takes center stage as the pinnacle of comfort and relaxation. But let me tell you a little secret: creating the perfect sleep environment goes beyond having a good mattress and sturdy bed frame. It extends to making your bed, paying attention to every detail to ensure a truly inviting and aesthetically pleasing experience. So, in this article, I will show you how to make a bed that you can bounce a quarter off. But before we embark on our artistic escapade, let’s take a moment to appreciate the significance of a neatly made bed. A neatly made bed holds significance beyond just the visual appeal. It carries psychological and...

  To your pets, you are family, plain and simple. You are their loved ones, their protectors, their soulmates, and most importantly, their very own family. No wonder they like to be close to you! Let’s examine why your pets like to sleep in bed with you.   A Relationship Like No Other The relationship between humans and pets is a fascinating example of co-evolution, dating back thousands of years. The earliest known domesticated animal was the dog, which humans began taming around 15,000 to 30,000 years ago, according to archaeological and genetic evidence. These early dogs likely descended from wolves that became attracted to human settlements for easy access to food. Over generations, wolves that were less fearful and more tolerant of humans would have had an evolutionary advantage, gradually leading to the domesticated dogs we know today. This process of self-domestication laid the foundation for a profound interspecies...

Bed-sharing among family members has been a centuries-old practice driven by economic necessity, cultural traditions, and practicality. Ancient cultures valued communal sleeping as a way to foster closeness and strengthen bonds within families. Living and sleeping in close quarters brought families together both literally and figuratively.  During the medieval period, cramped living conditions made bed-sharing more of a necessity. Entire families, including servants, slept in the same room on beds or raised pallets. As living standards improved in the 18th and 19th centuries, individualized sleeping arrangements started to emerge, and this gave birth to the “master bedroom” concept. In the 20th century, home builders accommodated the trend of individualized sleeping with multiple bedrooms for a single family. In some ways, a separate bedroom for each family member became a symbol of wealth. Ever since, society has continued to progress.     What Cell Phones and Separate Bedrooms Have In Common How many...

Last time I checked, money doesn't grow on trees, and a brand-new bed isn't cheap. That's why proper mattress care and maintenance is important to ensure it performs the way it's meant to and lasts as long as possible.   Mattresses play a significant role in our daily lives, as they provide the support and comfort we need to have a good night's rest. Investing in a quality mattress can be a game-changer in terms of our physical and mental health. However, purchasing a mattress is just the first step in taking care of it. Proper care and maintenance are essential to ensure that your mattress remains in good condition and lasts for many years. In this blog, we'll explore the importance of mattress care and maintenance, how to take care of your new mattress, and the benefits of investing in a high-quality mattress protector.     Treating Your Mattress...

Are you sure it's your bed that's too hot? In some cases, it very well might be your mattress that is retaining instead of dissipating the heat radiating from your body. However, if this is true, then how can one person feel hot when another feels fine while sleeping on the same mattress?    In this article, we're going to explore some of the reasons why you may feel too hot during the night and some tips on how to battle your mattress heatwave.      Here Are Some Reasons Why You Feel Too Hot While You Sleep Room temperature: If the thermostat in your bedroom is set too high, it can make it difficult to sleep. This can happen during summer nights and even in the middle of winter. Bedding materials: Today, bed sheets are bedding available in a wide variety of materials. Higher-quality bed linens and accessories often...

Buying a new mattress used to be simple. Years ago, there weren’t many mattress types from which to choose. We were kind of stuck with lumpy, bumpy, or hard. And if you had enough money, you could upgrade from “squeaky every night” to “squeaky once in a while.” That was it.    Good Riddance To The Good Ol’ Days Not everything from yesterday used to be high quality. This is especially true with mattresses. Sure, most of them looked ok on the outside. In fact, getting a new mattress was like a dream come true. But, in reality, it was more like a living nightmare because of what materials were used inside the mattress by some unscrupulous manufacturers. It’s too gross to get into. Just know that the federal government had to step in many years ago, which is why new mattresses come with those big tags, guaranteeing the materials...

  The results are in. We have the receipts. Getting enough high-quality sleep is essential to our physical and mental health. Period. No one can be sure when or how we became careless about sleep, but we must come to our senses. Sleep deprivation and poor sleep can catch up to all of us, regardless of age.    Conditions Linked to Poor Sleep According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, insufficient sleep has been connected to several chronic diseases:   Diabetes Insufficient sleep is a contributing factor to an increased risk for the development of type 2 diabetes. The amount and quality of sleep are considered predictors of Hemoglobin A1C levels. This is recognized as an essential marker of blood sugar. In addition, type 2 diabetes can itself be a contributing factor to a list of other conditions with severe consequences.      Cardiovascular Disease In simple terms,...

  Whether or not we get enough high-quality sleep has become a priority in our physical, mental, and emotional health. So much so that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides an easy-to-understand chart, you can use depending on your age. They also include tips to build habits to improve your sleep. This understanding has dramatically evolved mattress technology over the last decade. Years ago, our general knowledge about sleep consisted of a smidgen about REM sleep and a smattering about Circadian Rhythms. In the last ten years, sleep science has uncovered many insights about the importance of sleep, and mattress manufacturers have stayed current with the latest developments. Don’t Mix Up Your Memory Foams Viscoelastic polyurethane foam (memory foam) was first developed in 1966 by NASA as a way to make sure astronauts could have the most comfortable and supportive material on which to sleep. It wasn’t...