Ever since the dawn of time, and the evolution of man, surely, there is one thing that we can all agree upon; humans have always needed sleep for one reason or another. The history of the bed really shows how far we have come as a human race. Although the science behind why humans really need sleep to begin with still remains rather unclear, there is one thing for certain, without it we wouldn't be able to function the same. Research shows that getting a good night's sleep has a wide range of health benefits, including improved memory and information retention, along with being able to rest and rejuvenate our muscles, and regulate hormone production. Some serious side effects of not getting enough sleep include things like high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, and sometimes even heart failure. Simply put, without it, we would all be in much less healthy state...

Since the dawn of time, humans have needed a place to sleep. Even before the advancement of modern technology, and society as we know it, we have understood the necessity of getting a good night’s sleep. Throughout history, humans have constantly been evolving, and right along with us, the mattress. In the earliest of days, humans initially settled for sleeping on the ground and, now, at the heart of good rest lies the mattress.  A brief history of bedding in human civilization.   The first “beds” were created by our nomadic hunting and gathering ancestors. During prehistoric times, man was often unable to construct a shelter due to lack of knowledge and tools. This led to them constantly being on the move and often finding shelter in caves to stay safe from harsh elements or dangerous wildlife. It was common for them to dig holes in the ground, sometimes with...

In today’s modern world, where shopping is literally at your fingertips, we know how easy it can be to forget the impact that buying foreign products has, not only on the local economy, but the economy in other countries as well. Buying foreign goods has a much larger impact on the world than what the average consumer may be aware of. While it may seem as though buying products online, or products that are imported from other countries, is the better option, that simply isn’t the case. Just because these products are cheaper and may feel temporarily better for your pocketbook, doesn’t mean that these purchases won’t have a negative effect on the world around you, not to mention your finances, as well as other areas of your life later on down the road. Many foreign products are cheaper not only because they are constructed from poor quality materials but...

With the average person spending about one-third of their entire life on a bed sleeping, it’s no wonder that you would want to make the right purchase if you happened to be in the market for buying a new mattress. During this rise in popularity of the online shopping craze, it would be easy to make the decision to buy your new mattress online. While it could seem like the easier option, at least initially, it could very well end up being the wrong decision in the end. It could ultimately leave you having to make that extra trip to the mattress store anyways. So, if you are considering whether to buy your new mattress online, then here are a few reasons why we would suggest going to a brick and mortar store like The Bedding Mart. Availability to try the mattress before buying The problem with buying online, especially...

With the holiday season quickly approaching, you may be looking for a new mattress to help you stay well rested during one of the busiest times of the year, or maybe you are just in the market for a new mattress as a present for yourself or a loved one. Whatever the case may be, we may be left wondering, with the replacement of my old mattress, should I be replacing the mattress foundation as well? Often overlooked as part of the buying experience, and considering that the quality of the mattress has a huge impact on the quality of sleep, that begs the question, does your mattress foundation affect sleep in any way? The short answer is yes, bed foundations are important for many reasons, without proper support your mattress can be prone to sagging, leaving you waking up with aches and pains, even if you have a stellar...

  Everybody knows that the start to a great day begins with a good night's sleep. In today's crazy world, where everything is becoming more and more fast paced, people have a laundry list of responsibilities that need to be completed throughout the day, like going to work or to school, picking up the kids, making dinner, going shopping or even household chores. With so much to do in so little time, being well rested has become increasingly more important, and let's face it, there is only so much that coffee can do --who knows what we would do without it-- and if you find yourself unable to stay awake and alert throughout the day, you may be like millions of other Americans who aren't getting enough quality sleep due to their old and outdated mattress. Sleeping in an old, springy, and uncomfortable mattress, especially one that keeps you up...