Posted by Roger Cunningham on Thu, Mar 04, 2010 @ 11:57 AM
Don't get the wrong idea, I'm talking about mattresses here. A poor quality kingsized mattress could prove to be more comfortable and accomodating than a top quality full sized mattress. That's right. The difference the extra 24" in "stretch room" makes can change the way you sleep through the night.
The mattress industry has made a concerted effort to slowly phase out the double, regular, or full sized mattress over the past 30 years. Back in the day the full sized mattress was all the rage for two consenting adults. What were we thinking? A full sized mattress is the exact width of two crib mattresses side by side. Who came up with that formula?
Don't think that a king sized mattress does away with intimacy either. You can always meet in the middle or invite each other to "your" side of the mattress. Now I am not advocating a poor quality king size mattress for your next mattress purchase. I'm just saying when it's time for your new mattress, which it probably is, then consider upsizing to a king if your bedroom allows, or to a queen if not. Of course you need to select a feel and firmness that is "just right" for you. The right mattress can make all the difference in the world in the way you sleep and wake up the next day.
So, treat your queen to a king and deal yourself a winning hand. Check out the sleep experts at The Bed Store by coming into one of our eight East Tennessee locations today and start sleeping better tonight.
Posted by Roger Cunningham on Fri, Jan 22, 2010 @ 01:28 PM
Over my 35 plus years in the mattress business I have wondered which is more important to a customer if they could only choose one: a better mattress or a better price? I would venture to say that the spoken answer to this question may be different than the actual answer at time of purchase.
Most mattress companies advertise "mattress sales" where prices are up to 75% Off in order to attract traffic into their locations. This seems to indicate that a better price is more important to creating traffic. Once inside the dealers brick and mortar or virtual showroom the question of what is the "best deal" you have is asked; not that anybody actually believes the salesperson. But what of the actual mattress itself. Even if it really were 50% OFF, would it be the "right mattress" for you. If not, what's the point of getting a new mattress at all?
Let me recommend that you first find out what is the right mattress for your specific need. This is best done by finding a dealer you trust or that someone you know recommends. Then give them a chance to prove they are knowledgable and caring enough to actually help you discover the mattresses best suited to your needs. Then, and only then, inquire as to the best price available to you. This way you get both the better mattress and the better price which equals better sleep and a better YOU.
Posted by Roger Cunningham on Fri, Oct 16, 2009 @ 02:15 PM
I'm off to Charleston for a one week anniversary celebration and I'm going to leave work behind with one exception. As soon as I get to our penthouse suite at the Vendoo Inn, I'm going to peel back the bedspread and sheets and check out the mattress. It's what I do everywhere I travel. Can't help myself. It's in my blood. First I see who made the mattress and then I see if I like it or not after a full night's sleep on it. Guess what? I'd do the same thing if I came to your house. It let's me know if my host has their priorities right or not.
Nothing says "I care" like the mattress people choose for us to sleep on. The fact is, not too many people really care enough and so you don't hear too much bragging about what a wonderful mattress I slept on at such and such a place. However, when you do run across that rare find, you tell everyone about it. I am hoping that is the way it goes this week as my bride and I celebrate 18 years of wedded bliss in the always romantic charm of Charleston. I'll keep you posted.
By the way, what can your guest expect when they come to your house for a "sleep over?" More importantly, how do you treat yourself each night when it comes to the mattress you have chosen to sleep on? Invite me over and I'll give you my opinion about how much you care. Happy dreams!