Mattresses

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    Benefits of Gel Memory Foam

    Is Memory Foam Right for You? Do you have back pain? Any aches and pains when you wake up in the morning? Maybe a new mattress is the answer and maybe that mattress you are looking for is one of our top of the line Gel Memory Foam mattresses. Gel Memory Foam is most to almost always the top of the line luxury mattresses these days and it's benefits really are amazing. Designed by NASA, Memory Foam was designed to improve the safety of aircraft cushions, especially during launches. Memory foam is designed to disperse weight and transfer pressure. If you have a bad hip, neck, or back, it could very well be that during your night of sleep you are receiving pressure on parts of your body that really need support. Memory Foam will offer that support by engulfing you in a vortex of cool comfort and release any pressure points that there may be. These pressure points will be equalized throughout the mattress so that the mattress is adjusting for you, not your body adjusting

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    What's Inside Your Mattress?

    Do you ever wonder what you are sleeping on? Mattresses are made up of many different features and choosing the right one that best suits your needs is extremely important! This article will outline some mattress features that you will come across when shopping for the right mattress. Manufacturers usually modify the innerspring of mattresses, change the colour, padding, quilting pattern and so forth. That way, they can manufacture mattresses for different retailers using different names. For example, one company's ultraplush will be another companies supersoft. This makes comparable shopping and price matching nearly impossible. So it's important to look at the nuts and bolts of a mattress as opposed to the name. [caption id="attachment_306" align="alignright" width="300"]Innersprings Innerspring Mattress[/caption]

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    Tips on How to Choose the RIGHT Mattress!

    Choosing The Right Mattress Buying a mattress is probably the most important personal home item that you will purchase. So it's important to take the time to ensure you purchase the right mattress. A good nights sleep is worth a million bucks. We all know that we're supposed to get at least seven hours of sleep each day, but what happens if we aren't getting enough sleep? Below are 8 health concerns linked to sleep deprivation. 1. Lack of sleep increases your risk of a stroke. 2. Too little sleep can lead to obesity. 3. Poor sleep can increase

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    Mattress Protectors and Why They Are Important.

    Do you remember the last time you bought a mattress? Do you recall the salesperson trying to sell you a mattress protector? Did you think to yourself, this guy is just trying to sell me something else..? Well, I'm here to bust that myth! Mattress protectors are a crucial element to your mattress and especially if you have just bought a new one or are considering buying a new mattress, you should read this first! Mattress Protectors Mattress protectors are important for many reasons but the top two reasons to purchase a mattress protector are: 1. Keeping the mattress clean and healthy and 2. Protecting your mattress warranty. Let's start with protecting your warranty. Did you know that even the smallest stain on your mattress can void your mattress warranty?

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    Is it time to replace your mattress?

    Mattresses, like anything else in your house, wears out over time. The problem is, there are no solid signs for replacing your mattress. For instance, it’s easy to tell if you need a new roof, or new running shoes. If your roof starts to leak, or your running shoes develop a tear, then it’s time to replace them. Easy. But your mattress could look fine, yet still need to be replaced. We use our mattresses every day, approximately 1/3 of our lifetime. And year after year, your mattress is collecting dust mites, bacteria, mold and fungus. Multiplying. This accumulation can cause asthma, allergies, rashes, and respiratory issues. So it’s important to protect and keep your mattress clean with sheets, covers and protectors. Especially, since we can’t toss the mattress in a washing machine. Did you know: the average person replaces their mattress every 9 years, some even keep their mattress for 20 years. Would your running shoes last 9 years? It’s important to point

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    Spare Room Mattress Shopping - How much do you like your guests?

     They are coming.  
     
    Amazing that three words can scare the living daylights out of a person.  Company, family, in-laws, The Kid, That Guy - and guess what, they need a bed to sleep in while they're at your house.  And no, the wife says they won't be sleeping outside - Plan A is out the window. 

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    How to Assemble a Metal Bed Frame

    At Surplus Furniture, a lot of the items in store are flat packed to help with delivery and to save you money. One item that can be tricky to put together at home is the metal bed frame. We didn't have a lot of space in the office, so we've assembled a smaller display version and documented the process for you, to help make it a little easier!

    1. Spread out riveted head and foot bars to form a 90 degree angle with long side bars. Step1
    2. Insert rollers or glides.
    3. Join both halves of head support, and both halves of foot support, according to boxspring size, using the keylock assembly system. Step2

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