Spring Air’s Green Index is the scale by which their Nature’s Rest eco-friendly mattresses are determined.

When shopping for a Spring Air eco-mattress, you must always check for this.

The Green Index go from a rating of G01 to G100 determining the different kinds of ingredients and composition to the mattress.

G01 to G49 are entry level types which is made of “soy-based polyurethane core, natural latex upholstery, cashmere blended fibers, cashmere knit covers and a furniture-grade renewable wood foundation.”

G50 to G99, meanwhile has “upgraded latex core, organic knit cover and natural wood fibers.”

G100 of course is its top of the line, fully organic 100% natural eco mattress.

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Aimed at teenagers, Silentnight’s Chill Out Bed is very contemporary and comes in only two color themes — pink and black.

The Chill out bed has Miracoil Spring System in the mattresses, which provides complete support especially at the center of it.

The bed also comes with a trendy add on, for…basically “chilling out” as teens often love doing during slumber parties.

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Westminster Hotel, a four-star luxury hotel in Livingston New Jersey, has just finished upgrading their rooms by incorporating Hollandia International adjustable beds.

The new rooms will feature its Morpheus latex mattresses, while the suites will have Hollandia’s Platinum-Luxe(TM) Signature Sleep System.

As per press release, Hollandia’s CEO, Avi Barssessat said “Because of the popularity of luxury hotel chains implementing premium ‘hotel bed’ programs, the trend you are seeing now is boutique hotels getting into the hotel bed business by not only offering the beds in their rooms, but making them available to consumers as well. With the push of a button, Westminster Hotel guests will now be able to customize their sleep experience — with Hollandia offering not just a hotel stay, but a great night’s sleep.”

The General Manager of Westminster Hotel, Michael Polese, meantime said that Hollandia compliments the hotel’s commitment to bringing guest the “highest level of comfort, sophistication and service.”

Hollandia’s Morpheus mattress is an anti-microbial, hypoallergenic luxury mattress selling for $2,600, while the Platinum-Luxe(TM) Signature Sleep System, which features massage programs, retail for about $12,700.

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Over time, futon designs have changed. Many of these have become more stylish and contemporary while still affordable. There are even futons today that are made using better insulated cushions that help the sleeper warm during cold nights.

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.

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There are only three basic things you really have to check when shopping for a futon bed at the store —

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