One of the leaders in mattress and bedding manufacturing has partnered with one of the big names in futon making.

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.

Via Big Sleep

JC Penney is making it easier for shoppers to choose the mattress they want by coming up with a Mattress Comparison Chart. It features three categories of mattresses — firm, plush, pillow or euro top and outlines which one are best choices.

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.

Sleep Country USA has opened its latest store in the Auburn Washington area this week. Called the Sleep Country USA Plus store, it will have a selection slighly scratched, dented or discontinued models, on top of regular types.

The new store, which has brand models like Tempur-Pedic, Simmons, Sealy and Select Comfort, is located at 1540 Industry Dr. SW, Bldg B in Auburn.

According to its Vice President (Brand Strategy), “We are committed to serving the customers in our region by providing easy access to quality sleep products at unbeatable prices. With this mission, we plan to strategically add several new stores throughout the remainder of this year in such areas.”

Via SleepCountry

Premier bed and breakfast industry expert Pamela Lanier has tied up with 1800 Mattress and Simmons and will exclusively offer her luxury mattress collection at the top bedding retailer site. The mattresses, constructed with 800-pocketed coils with visco memory foam and luxury fabric will retail for about $1,199 (queen size).

Says Lanier:

“In a world of busy lives, we all long for the feeling of a casual afternoon without schedules, and the peace and calm that can often exist only in dreams from special vacation escapes and romantic weekends. Our new mattress lets you bring the special feeling of a romantic bed & breakfast escape to your own home.”

Pamela Lanier’s Bed and Breakfast had its humble beginnings in 1982 and now has 30,000 inns across America.

Via PR NewsWire

Simmons mattress together with green guru Danny Seo has come up with this “Green Guide to a Healthier Bedroom” which was made available when the latter released his latest mattress line collection.

Among the important points to this green guide are outlined below:

Mattress: Look for alternatives that contain fewer synthetic and petroleum-based components.The Natural Care™ collection features latex foam made in part from biodegradable materials like rubber tree sap and a layer of base foam enhanced with soy.

Bed Frame: Instead of buying a brand new headboard, try shopping at a flea market or antique mall or give your old bed a new personality with a coat of paint.

Pillow: Check out naturally-derived latex options like the Natural Care™ pillow. In addition to being comfortable and supportive, it is hypoallergenic and inherently resistant to dust mites, mold and mildew.

Sheets: Consider linens made from sustainable fabrics and know there is an eco-option to complement every season. Try organic cotton in spring, hemp in summer and organic flannel in winter.

Comforter: Snuggle under a cotton filled comforter rather than feather down. Although both are insulating, cotton is easily laundered in the washing machine, which helps remove allergens.

If you would like to get a copy of this helpful guide, it’s available for download at Simmons or you can also visit Natural Care Bed.