Yes – It’s National Bed Month Again

Welcome to the month of March. If you are in the bedding industry, you know what that means: we are now in the midst of National Bed Month. If you are not in the industry, you may not know that 2017 marks the 27th straight year of recognising National Bed Month in the UK. This is the month we talk about mattresses, sleeping, and all things beds. We are on board here at Beds Glasgow.

So what exactly is National Bed Month? It is an annual campaign to help raise awareness of sleep-related issues and how these can be addressed through quality bedding. The campaign is a great educational opportunity inasmuch as many people don’t understand how poor quality bedding interrupts good sleep.

Do you follow our weekly blog posts? If so, you know our previous two posts listed signs suggesting you might be sleeping on an uncomfortable mattress without knowing it. Now consider the fact that longevity has a lot to do with whether the mattress you are sleeping on is comfortable. A high-quality mattress should last between 10 and 20 years before breaking down sufficiently enough to interrupt your sleep. Of course, you will pay more for quality.

Better Sleep Is Much Needed

From our perspective, there is another topic – sleep deprivation – that is just as important to talk about during National Bed Month as the quality of your mattress. Numerous studies over the last couple of years clearly show that kids are getting less sleep and suffering for it both physically and emotionally. And, unfortunately, they are learning bad sleep habits from parents who are not giving enough attention to good sleep.

If you are sleeping on an uncomfortable mattress, now would be a good time to replace it. But please pay attention to your sleep habits too. Make a point of establishing a routine bedtime, disconnect (turn off electronic devices) at least an hour before bed, and remove the TV from your bedroom. Make bedtime sleep time for at least 8 to 10 hours per night. You will be better off for it.

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3 Symptoms of an Uncomfortable Mattress

Imagine seeing a television advert in which a spokes person asks if your bed mattress is really comfortable. You eventually come to the conclusion that you don’t really know. In fact, you’ve never thought about whether you’re comfortable enough in bed to get a good night’s sleep.

Sleeping on an uncomfortable mattress without knowing it is not that unusual. Most mattresses just at the verge of breaking down begin to make their occupants just uncomfortable enough to interrupt sleep yet not enough to make it obvious that a lack of comfort is the problem.

Here are three symptoms that suggest you might be sleeping on an uncomfortable mattress:

1. You’re Drowsy During the Day

If you are uncomfortable in bed, you may doze off without ever falling into REM sleep. REM sleep is that deep sleep we all need. Finding yourself constantly drowsy during the day at least tells you you’re not getting enough restful sleep, and the reason may be the comfort of your mattress. You may be just comfortable enough to fall asleep but not enough to find that place of REM rest.

2. You Wake up with Back Pain

You don’t actually have to be restless all night to know you’re sleeping on an uncomfortable mattress. Waking up every morning with back pain is a good sign that your mattress is no longer providing the kind of support you need. Remember that a mattress should provide enough support to keep your spine and head properly aligned throughout the night. One that is beginning to break down doesn’t provide that support.

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3. You Toss and Turn All Night

There are plenty of people who toss and turn all night, attributing their sleeping problems to stress or an inability to turn the brain off. Stress and thinking too much certainly can interrupt sleep. However, physical discomfort can have you tossing and turning without you even realising it. If you find yourself waking up multiple times during the night just to turn over, there’s a fairly strong likelihood you’re not comfortable.

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Cheaper Mattresses Found to be Just as Good Quality as Expensive Ones

Many people assume that you must splash out on an expensive mattress to get a good night’s sleep; however, consumer organisation CHOICE Australia has found that this may not be the case after all. They tested five latex and foam mattresses along with a traditional mattress and discovered that one of the cheaper models at $699 was just as effective as a more expensive one priced at $3,199. This information will be well received by those looking to spend less for the same quality of sleep.

Unfair Sales Tactics

The organisation explained, “You don’t need to spend a lot of money to get a good night’s sleep. This review proves bed-in-a-box mattresses — a category where brands offer one type of mattress, no cost trial periods and warranties up to fifteen years — are good value for money at $1,000.” The CHOICE report believes that some retailers are using ‘unfair sales tactics’ such as giving the products different names and making small changes to them such as changing fibres in the padding; this hard-sell put ‘pressure’ on customers, which can result in them paying excessive amounts.

“We found that a $1,000 mattress can be as comfortable over its lifetime as one priced at $3,000,” they said. However, they did add that ‘beds are incredibly subjective’.

Fantastic Selection

If you are looking to get a good night’s sleep without having to pay over the odds, then contact us here at Beds Glasgow. We offer a fantastic selection of mattresses ranging from orthopaedic to memory foam. And we have prices to suit all budgets. If you would like more information on any of our products, then do not hesitate to get in touch with us today. We would be more than happy to assist you in any way we can.


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Avoid Cold Sheets by Hiring a Pro Bed Warmer

Some six or seven years ago, select hotel chains in the UK began offering human bed warming services to clients willing to pay to have a warm bed to climb into. We’re not sure how well it was received, or even if the hotels still offer the service, but we do know a young Russian entrepreneur has become that country’s first professional bed warmer.

Human bed warmer Viktoria Ivachyova is an enterprising 21-year-old who charges £65 per night or £1,350 per month to warm client bedsheets and leave behind which she calls ‘positive energy’ to help encourage restful sleep. She visits the client’s home to lay the bed for an hour so that it is toasty warm when the occupant or occupants are ready for sleep. As you might expect, Viktoria does not allow any physical contact.

She does carry a personal alarm that can immediately contact a security team in case she gets into trouble. She also brings her own pyjamas and, according to her own words, is a great listener. Clients are more than welcome to sit and talk with her while she warms the bed.

Customers are already lining up to hire Viktoria despite her service potentially being perceived as costly. She told the Mirror that she is already looking to hire more women to help her meet demand.

A Great Way to Sell Beds

So there you have it. If you live anywhere within Viktoria’s service area, you never have to climb into a cold bed again. Just hire her to come in and warm things up for you. If her idea takes off on a large scale, the future might be one of bed and mattress retailers offering free or reduced cost bed warming for new customers. Wouldn’t that be an interesting selling point?

Beds Glasgow can’t offer you human bed warming service, at least for now. But we do have one of the best selections of beds and mattresses online. We invite you to browse our inventory for your next bed and mattress set.

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Countering Back Pain with a New Mattress

There is nothing worse than suffering from back pain; in some cases, it can get to the point where the affected individual considers extreme measures to numb the pain. Paul Davis suffered chronic back pain that left him so sore that he went to extreme measures to try to alleviate it; he decided that the only way to stop feeling the pain would be to shoot himself in the back! But instead of receiving help, he was handed a three-year jail term instead.

Extreme Back Pain

Forty-four-year-old Paul Davis from Sidcup in Kentwas suffering from such severe back pain that he thought the only option was to shoot himself in the back to try to paralyse himself to numb the pain. In April, he was found on his sofa after the second attempt at shooting himself did not work as the weapon had jammed. All he managed to do is make the back pain even worse than before because of the gunshot wound; as you might imagine, he is seriously struggling now.

Unusual and Tragic

Bizarrely, instead of receiving help for his problem, Davis was sentenced to three years in prison for possession of a firearm. Mr Justice Haddon-Cave told London’s Appeal Court, “The reasons for him shooting himself were extremely unusual and tragic. Remarkably, he decided to shoot himself in the spine to paralyse himself and try to stop that pain. He fetched the gun, shot himself in the lower back, and then tried to reload for a second shot, but the gun jammed. But the injury appears only to have caused more nerve damage and to have exacerbated his condition.”

Mr Davis’ barrister pleaded with the judges to ‘show mercy’ and insisted that her client was ‘in despair’ at the time of the shooting. The judge quashed the three-year jail term and instead imposed a two-year suspended sentence, adding, “This is a wholly exceptional and tragic case, which calls for mercy.”

Further Information

If you are suffering from back pain that is becoming a nuisance, contact us here at Beds Glasgow. We have a fantastic selection of beds and mattresses to suit the needs of even the fussiest sleeper. Popular among those with back pain is our memory foam mattress for that added extra comfort. For any further information, contact us today.

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Promising Signs of Steady Growth for UK Bed Sector in 2017

A good night’s sleep is important to everyone, which is why we provide such a fantastic range of top-quality mattresses and beds here at Beds Glasgow. But the thought of shopping for beds and mattresses can often be a quite daunting prospect for many; however, we ensure that your buying experience is as positive as possible. And with news that the UK bed sector is showing positive signs of growth for 2017, this is excellent news for those looking to purchase a bed anytime soon.

Promising Indications

Recent figures have shown promising signs of ‘steady’ growth as imports are set to increase market share. The data, which was compiled by AMA Research, revealed that the UK upholstered furniture and beds market rose by around 3-4 per cen teach year until 2015 and is expected to increase by another three per cent in 2016.

Noticeable Increase

The beds sector had seen a noticeable increase in double and king-size beds due to competition in the market while mattress sales have seen growth in pocket sprung models along with other materials such as memory foam. The beds sector has also seen growth from those businesses using internet-only sales.

Research manager at AMA Research, Hayley Thornley, said, “The popularity of modern and contemporary furniture seems to favour alternative furniture combinations, rather than the traditional 3-piece suites. Other trends include flexible and modular furniture options to allow for open plan living areas and awkward spaces. This is also reflected in the range of design options now offered, including corner sofas, u-shaped sofas and chaise sofas.”

Reliable Supplier
If you are thinking of purchasing a new bed or mattress, contact us here at Beds Glasgow. We stock a fantastic array of mattresses and beds to suit the requirements of even the fussiest sleeper! We pride ourselves on our competitive prices and top quality customer service, so you will always be sure of complete satisfaction when you buy from us. If you require any further information, visit our website or call us today.

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Great News for Sleep Lovers

There really is no better feeling than jumping into bed after a long day, is there? Here at Beds Glasgow, we offer a huge selection of mattresses ranging from orthopaedic to memory foam to ensure that you get that added comfort. Those on the lookout for a new mattress will be interested in learning that one of the UK’s and one of Ireland’s top manufacturers are joining forces to create an amazing collection.

Premium Features

Great news for sleep lovers as the leading UK bed manufacturer Duvalay has managed to form a partnership with one of Ireland’s largest furniture distributors, TCS Imports, to support the much-anticipated launch of the Hilary Devey Collection in Ireland. Consumers are currently able to purchase one of the top three premium mattresses from the Hilary Devey Collection: Diamond, Diamond-Luxe and Emerald.

The managing director of TCS Imports, Thomas Small, said, “The Hilary Devey Collection provides our retail network with the highest quality of mattresses. With each one being made byhand, it provides a wealth of premium features that consumers are often looking for, including hand side-stitched borders and hand-tufting. It also appeals to the wider market thanks to its feminine touches and celebrity-led brand but is backed up by quality.”

Natural Fit

“TCS Imports is a natural fit for the Hilary Devey Collection as they have a vast understanding of both the furniture retail market and the bed industry. As one of the largest distributors in Ireland, TCS Imports are able to support our ambitious growth plans for the Hilary Devey Collection, and the partnership will allow us to significantly grow our presence in Ireland,” added Tom Colleran, sales manager at Duvalay.

Help and Support

If you are thinking of purchasing a new mattress right now to ensure maximum comfort, then contact us here at Beds Glasgow. Our customers are at the heart of our company, and we aim to ensure customer satisfaction at all times. We have a fantastic range of mattresses and beds to suit the requirements of even the fussiest sleeper. If you require further information or have any queries on our mattresses or beds, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us today and we will be more than happy to assist you.

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