The full online version of Ikea’s 2009 catalogue may be downloaded here. The catalogue has the latest products line in bedding and home furnishing from the quality specialty store.

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Ikea’s 2009 Catalogue

Outlast Technology is a pioneering technology developed by NASA. And as announced the other day, Sleep Number 9000 from Select Comfort, will have this special feature.

“The new Sleep Number 9000 incorporates a unique blend of Outlast® technology that is delivered at a Platinum level and offers a greater capacity to buffer temperature swings,” explained Guy Eckert, Executive Vice President of Business Development at Outlast. “We are excited that Select Comfort has opted to expand and enhance its current Outlast® offerings in its bed models, which goes along way to delivering even greater value to its customers.”

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Select Comfort’s Sleep Number 9000 Bed has Outlast Technology

The Isoform has an additional inch of supraflow viscoelastic foam, which means additional softness and support.

This viscoelastic foam has the ability to flow as much as 2 cubic feet of air per minute in as little at a 2-inch x 2-inch square. That means that 2400 cubic feet of air flows through your queen size piece.

Users can choose from two unique fabric covers, one made with Coolmax® fabric for breathable comfort while the other is made from SilverClear™ fabric for those prone to allergies.

The Luna Bed is currently on sale at $890.00.

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Isoform Luna Bed on Sale!

The composition to this viscoelastic foam mattress sounds heavenly. With 12 inches of viscoelastic foam, three inches of it is of a firmer high airflow viscoelastic foam layer offering firmer support and breathable comfort. As with the other Isoform model, the user has an option for two kinds of covers — CoolMax or SilverClear.

The Opulence Bed is currently going on sale at $769.00.

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Isoform Opulence Bed on Sale!

Decorating a bedroom within a budget requires a lot of creativity. If you can’t have a really good bed design (which admittedly tends to be expensive), you can improvise with wall bed stickers to form the headboard. Shelling out a few bucks for this can vastly change the whole feel and look of the bedroom.

The bedroom stickers are available in Yeda (France).

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Bedroom Wall Stickers

Taking a beauty sleep goes one step further with a pillow case that helps remove wrinkles. I am not exactly sure how this works, but you can see a few before and after pictures from the makers of the “miracle” fabric, Cupron, here.

Cupron has formulated an exclusive copper impregnated fiber technology which actually produces fabrics that fight back against body odor with built-in antimicrobial properties. Cupron fabrics in contact with your skin also improve the appearance of skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, leaving your skin healthy-looking and more beautiful.

The pillow case is priced at about $29.99, definitely a lot cheaper than medical creams or enhancements.

Aside from this, they also have bed sheet sets and mattress covers made from Cupron fabric with anti-bacterial properties.

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No More Wrinkles Pillow, Sheets and Mattress Cover

Therapedic Mattress together with Hickory Springs has launched its latest line of elite latex and memory foam mattresses that retail at about $1,299 to $2,199. First seen at the Las Vegas Market last July, the I-care mattress is shipping to stores.

“I-Care was especially well received by our group because it has a very visual selling story, which will be easily transferred at the point of sale,” said Gerry Borreggine, president and CEO of Therapedic. “In addition, it has a high-tech story to tell - improved support and comfort due to its unique NaturalWave inner construction.”

“Our strength is the breadth of our line,” added Jim Wall, general manager of I-Care, which is produced by Hickory Springs. “Very few mattress manufacturers have the pillows, toppers, mattresses and top-of-bed products that we have.”

Aside from this Therapedic is also launching at least nine types of pillow line, as well as mattress toppers with CopperCare technology (for anti-microbial protection). Pillows will retail at about $35 to $80 while toppers go from $150 to $300.

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Therapedic’s I-Care Mattress Launches

Consumers are encourage to make an appointment before the diagnosis. Online scheduling is possible on the Sleepy’s website but you have to visit the showroom for the full service.

Sleepy’s Executive Vice President, who is overseeing this new program, says, “Many of us don’t realize how critical choosing the right mattress is to getting a good night’s sleep. Buying a mattress is vital to our overall health and comfort, and can make a huge difference in our customers’ lives.”

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Sleepy’s Help Find The Right Mattress For You

The triple layer organic sleep mattress has three interchangeable pads in different levels of firmness and is aptly called Options.

Sleeping preference changes from time to time. Say you want to sleep on a very soft surface tonight, you can move the layers around and place the softest one on top of it. On the nights you prefer a firmer bed, you do the same thing and change from soft to firm.

All of these layers are natural latex. Covering it up is the cozy organic wool that comes with it.

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Mattress by Living for Tomorrow

If you’ve been following this site for awhile now, you’re probably aware that we also operate along with Keetsa, the green mattress store.

The illustration above (from this site) shows how a mattress you have purchased is transported or delivered to you quite hassle free, thanks to its compression technology and the absence of a middleman. When you purchase a Keetsa Mattress, you get it direct from the factory.

Visit Keetsa for more details.

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Keetsa Mattress’ Ordering Structure

This doesn’t look anything like your ordinary mattress toppers because the Perfect Comfort™ Over the Mattress Comfort System has foam “springs” in between it. What that does is supposedly reduce the tendency for tossing and turning on the bed (a sign that one’s level of comfort isn’t fully realized). The topper moves to support the body as the user also moves.

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Perfect Comfort™ Over the Mattress Comfort System

The Heads-up Pillow is designed like dumb bells or candy, can you see the likeness?

It’s a convenience for mothers who are feeding babies as it is designed to give proper neck support while sitting on the chair or couch. It also has a non-slip backing so that the pillow stays in place.

Aside from feeding, it’s also useful when watching TV shows or reading a book, as you don’t have to struggle with an aching back or sore neck when sitting longer.

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Heads-Up Pillows by Felicity Huffman

While this object is shaped like a bean, it is so designed to make lives easier for expecting mothers.

The Boppy Cuddle Pillow is for pregnant women who want to sleep on the side but can’t, as doing so is harder on the back with an almost full term belly. This pillow helps keep the back aligned so the pregnant mom can sleep on the mattress comfortably.

FEATURES:

–smaller-sized body pillow is ideal for side sleeping
–supports under the belly
–helps to keep the back aligned properly, reducing discomfort in the morning

Selling for $38 at Giggle.

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Boppy Cuddle Pillow

Inside this pillow is a revolutionary material called “Magic Gel”, a very pliable fiber that absorbs and support your body as you sleep. The pillow, apparently, moves as you move or change position, because it tries to conform and adjust to your own body and offer a comfortable sleep experience.

The gel pillow comes in three densities depending on your preference.

Features

• Soft supports stomach sleepers
• Medium supports back sleepers
• Firm supports side sleepers
• 300 thread count, 100% cotton cover
• Polyester fill

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Wamsutta Magic Gel Pillow

The Iso-cool pillow is packed with an Outlast® Adaptive Comfort® material which helps regulate body temperature.

If the body’s temperature is too warm, the product absorbs heat and feels cool in order to regulate body temperature. If the body’s temperature is too cool, the product releases heat and feels warm in order to regulate the body temperature.

The Iso-cool pillow is currently at half price off, buy one take one promo. Grab the specials while you can at Linens and Things.

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Iso-cool Pillows

Although this pillow is most ideal for pregnant and lactating mothers, I say anyone may still have very good use for it.

How many pillows do you have on the bed with you? An average of two to three right? One for the head rest, one to cuddle, and one to support the back. Too many pillows on the bad can get a bit crowded. Rather than helping you fall asleep fast, it does the opposite.

The Snoggle pillow eliminates the need for plenty of stuff on the bed.

The Snoogle is uniquely designed to follow the natural contour and shape of your body from head to toe. It provides the back and tummy support needed during pregnancy, and is perfect for sleeping and relaxing.

Learn more via Bed Bath and Beyond

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Snoogle® Maternity Total Body Pillow

• Faux Suedes (which sometimes has microfibers) - this is the most preferred choice by parents. Faux suede is so easy to clean, so if a child or a dog messes it up with dirt, blotching it would be quick. Faux suedes are also washable and they dry faster. With microfiber, it’s triple times more durable.
• Denim covers - denim material is also durable. It’s also casual looking so it’s great for play rooms.
• Vinyl - sometimes passes of as looking like leather, if you want something fancy. As with faux suedes, it’s easily cleaned and maintained by wiping off with a clean rug or paper towel.

Photo from Futon Covers Online

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Different types of futon covers for active families

A lot of people prefer futons because it feels good for the back. Futons beds are made firmer because of the slats. Futon mattresses are also a couple more inches thicker than normal.

The practical futon may also be a couch, which eliminates the need to have other furniture in the house. Many futons are also very easy to maintain which is why it’s so ideal for people living in fast paced environments.

No-nonsense design, affordable, comfortable and practical — these are the basic strengths of a futon mattress.

Photo from Sabsofas

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A look at futon’s usefulness

The mattress, whether part of the package or sold separately. It should be on top of the list for things to consider. Even if you have a really beautiful futon bed frame but the mattress isn’t doing it for you, essentially, you still have a useless bed. You can’t scrimp on a mattress, so go with the one that you can get at the maximum limit of your budget.

The frame, or the futon foundation. There are several types of frames and designs in metal or wood. As with all types of bed, it should be durable and sturdy.

The cover, to protect your mattress. You can’t just get any type of cover. It should fit the mattress perfectly. Also, get a cover that can be washed and cleaned.

Photo from Ultimate Futons

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What to look for in buying futons

To this one…

Although, I don’t think this chest stores anything pretty much other than the mattress, right? Still for homes with small spaces this is definitely an adorable furniture.

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The futon bed that’s a chest

* Futon Barrel Nuts
* Futon Dowel Nuts
* Futon Bolts
* Futon Glides
* Futon Rollers
* Futon Carriage Blocks
* Plastic Fittings
* Futon Brackets
* Futon Stretcher Rails
* Futon Cross Rails
* Futon Back Decks
* Futon Seat Decks
* Futon Slats
* Futon Slat Supports
* Futon Stress Supports
* Futon Screws
* Futon Nuts
* Futon Brackets
* Futon Arm Rests
* Futon Swing Blocks
* Futon Dowels
* Futon Clevis Pins
* Futon Cotter Pins
* Misc. futon parts

Futon breaking is caused by either negligence, overuse, over-tightening or not enough knowledge about how things work with a futon.

If you’ve got a broken futon and can take care of fixing it, you can shop for parts here.

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Futon Mattress Parts

Confused about the different types of mattress pad in the market? Here’s a brief definition:

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Defining different types of mattress pads

Ambient mattress pad contains what the manufacturers call Holofiber, a fabric that supposedly benefits quality sleep. Holofiber works to stimulate blood flow and help with circulation and speedy recovery. If you’re suffering from muscle fatigue, this pad should be very effective.

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Ambient™ Mattress Pad

Support is essential when it comes to sleep. This pad from Lauren Ashley has special features called Cluster Puff™ fibers that not only feels cotton candy soft at 233 thread count, it also a cushion that nestles the body perfectly. It’s also hypoallergenic.

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Laura Ashley Lifestyles Cluster Puff™ Mattress Pad

Sleep Innovations’ down-filled cotton covered mattress topper adds a layer of luxury on to your bed, as it conveniently offer comfortable support as well as a cooling effect. It’s also hypoallergenic, so safe even for younger kids.

This mattress topper has a 10 year warranty and is available exclusively online at Koh’ls. It’s currently on sale at $180.00-$225.00 depending on size.

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Sleep Innovations® Elements Memory Foam & Down Mattress Topper

The fleece mattress cover at Kohl’s is currently on sale at 22.50-$35.10.

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aero® Fleece Mattress Cover

What’s a baffle box and what does it do for your bed?

means that your product has internal three-dimensional fabric wall boxes allowing maximum thickness and comfort while maintaining even distribution within the boxes. This will minimize migration of fill for maximum comfort and support.

The feather fill for this underwent a process called Hyperclean which means the feathers have been cleaned, dusted, fluffed eight times so that it won’t cause allergies.

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Baffle Box Feather Bed

For couples out traveling and needing a temporary place to sleep, a queen size bed sack or sleeping bag offers a comfortable arrangement, maybe even better than having to check in to a tiny hotel.

This sack features the following:

• 39 inch openings down each side with tab fasteners.
• Length 7′ 9″ (93 total inches) including pocket for pillows.
• Weight just 12 ounces.
• Includes drawstring silk carrying case to protect your DreamSack.

Because it’s made of a silky soft material, it provides the right heating or cooling effect.

This sack is also low maintenance. It can be washed and aired to dry quickly.

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Bed Sack For Travel or Temporary Sleep Arrangements

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Sealy’s Better Six Ads

It’s the kind of mattress with silver and copper, as so defined on their product gallery:

* Protective Silver - Leading edge Nano technology allows us to infuse silver into our cover fabrics to create a natural anti-static defense against bacteria and odor causing microbes.
* Therapeutic Copper - Copper is known to alleviate the symptoms and inflammation of arthritis as well as other homeopathic benefits. This precious mineral has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, providing extra protection against microscopic irritants and microbes that can aggravate allergies.
* Luxurious, Durable Silk - The most hypoallergenic of all fabrics, silk is also incredibly strong. Its tensile strength is superior to titanium when measured by weight. Naturally breathable, silk helps regulate your body temperature to keep you cool and comfortable.

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Origins Luxury Mattress

Simmons and Big Tree have sought an agreement that would push forward better futons and other bedding needs with Big Sleep. This means that eventually, mattresses by Simmons, such as Beautyrest, will have its futon version because of this partnership.

Currently, Big Sleep has already began offering tufted futon mattresses, much like those designed for Simmons and very different from regular futons.

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Simmons and Big Tree Partner to provide Big Sleep

At the Las Vegas Bedding Market recently, Vera Wang via Serta introduced the latest in her mattress collection. The new line is in 11.5 thick latex foam and features organic cotton with aloe-vera ticking, which helps regulate the temperature of the latex bed.

• The Ultra Cushion Top mattress is the ultimate in luxury, featuring an extra upholstery layer in addition to the layer of Embraceable Comfort™ lining designed to provide a soft, plush feeling.
• Comfort is further enhanced by Talalay Latex (designed to relieve pressure points) and Cool Embrace™ Memory foam, a unique layer of Visco foam that eliminates the heat typically associated with Visco mattresses, providing a cool, comfortable sleeping experience.
• Mattress features the iconic vine pattern found in other Vera Wang signature products.
• Rayon/silk damask treated with aloe vera.
• Includes Vera Wang Luxe Foundation box spring.
• Queen Set: 24 1/4″H x 80″L x 60″W

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New Vera Wang Mattress in Latex with Aloe Vera

With two layers of foam —one made from visco elastic material for pressure points in the hips, knees and shoulders; and the other a high density foam for extra support — this iCare Natural Wave Topper probably feels like sleeping on a cloud of cotton.

The fabric covering this topper is made of removable zippered bamboo fabric, which as you know, is extra safe and non-harmful even for younger kids.

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iCare Wave Topper

Just the same, here are the specifications of this particular mattress, as explained in this video.

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Bodipedic Mattress Video

The chart carries only a few known brands like Sealy, Simmons, Serta and Spring Air though but at least it is a good way to help shoppers narrow down their choices.

Check the comparison chart here.

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JC Penney’s Mattress Comparison Chart

Select Comfort’s Outlast Temperature Balancing mattress pad is for those that have been complaining about having to endure sweaty nights on a Tempur-pedic mattress (based on user claims). The fabric to this mattress pad is designed to reduce warmness causing you to feel restless and uncomfortable in bed.

You can follow this site for reviews on its effectiveness or testimonials of customer satisfaction.

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Outlast Temperature Balancing Mattress Pad