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Splurging on mattress toppers may not be feasible for some people so why not create one for less than $10? Here’s a great idea from Thrifty Fun:

Collect or purchase new low cost bed pillows, standard or queen size; fiber filled ones usually run $2.00 each or use old ones you already have that have gone flat. Collect enough, approximately 9-15 pillows. Stitch together sides and ends in a vertical manner, much like a quilt is prepared. You have now created a topper! Cover with a bed sheet when in use and store in a plastic comforter bag.Much less expense and just as comfy as a faux feather bed topper!

What’s another thing a mattress is useful for, aside from sleeping and playing on it? Well, a mattress can help you in times of disasters. How is that? According to the Storm Prediction Center, mattresses, mattress toppers or pads can serve as protective coverings during a very strong typhoon or tornado.

When these disaster strikes, you of course need to immediately seek shelter such as a stairwell, in the bathtub or under the table and even then, you have to cover yourself with a mattress pad or sleeping bag to cushion yourself.

For more on disaster safety, visit SPC.

Dust mites are the leading cause of allergy in the house hold and you have the power to keep it from affecting you and your family:

• Enclose your mattresses, including your pillows, with a hypoallergenic barrier. If you own a box spring, make sure that your comforters and duvets are made of hypoallergenic materials as well. The full encasement will reduce mites from inhibiting the area, keeping your sleep sanctuary free from it
• Wash your beddings in warm water of about 130°F, to ensure that germs and mites are killed. Do this weekly. For mattress pads and heavier blankets, do this biweekly.

Some folks don’t like putting bedskirts to the bed as they collect dust that causes allergies. So, bed boots may be the solution. You heard it right, this is shoes for your bed.

Bed Boots were custom designed to slip under the bed frame metal leg to wheel and provide a real furniture leg look ~ made of Poplar hardwood and finely finished in natural stains and popular paints, these smart easy to use accessories are an inexpensive and space saving addition to any style bedroom. In five colors, Mahogany, Cognac, Cottage White, Rubbed Black and French Cream. Bed Boots complements traditional and contemporary decors.

What’s the best mattress for your tired and aching back? A green mattress from Keetsa!

* The Core: Patent-pending waffle cores; one for each side of the bed for individual firmness settings. Designed for superior spinal alignment. Dual controls for each sleeper, with memory settings. Foam rails along all four sides makes every inch of the bed surface usable, with no roll-off effect.
* The Comfort Top: High Density Memory Foam, a recyclable material, conforms to your body shape and temperature. The memory foam layer instantly receives your body with a custom-fit.
* All-Natural Ingredient: EverGreen™, made from all-natural green tea, is embedded into the memory foam for long-lasting natural odor control. SilverScience™, an all-natural anti-bacterial, is embedded into the fabric to protect the mattress.

June 17 is Father’s Day. Do you already have something for Dad to honor him on this special occasion? Might we suggest a Sleep Number bed?

Unlike traditional mattresses that are made from metal coils and springs, The Sleep Number Bed by Select Comfort™ uses uniquely designed air chambers to provide a gentle cushion of support which can be easily adjusted to your preference for comfort and firmness. In addition, the Sleep Number bed allows couples to individually adjust each side of the bed to the precise comfort level each partner prefers

Here’s a fun fact you might be interested to know this Valentine’s day…

According to a study done by Leggett & Platt, having sex on an innerspring mattress, as opposed to air mattress or foam mattress, is tons better. Do you agree with it?

The results: 68% of respondents prefer an innerspring mattress for sex, while 25% like foam and 7% prefer air, according to L&P.

WHY DOES MY BABY NEED A NATURAL ORGANIC CRIB MATTRESS?
Nearly all crib mattresses today use vinyl/PVC as the mattress cover and polyurethane foam as the filling material. These materials have been shown to release or “leach out” potentially harmful chemicals such as phthalates and PBDEs (read the Five Problems With Crib Mattresses). Organic crib mattresses do not contain these chemicals. They offer a healthy and safer alternative to conventional crib mattress offerings.

How does one effectively prolong a mattress’ lifespan? Live by these tips and make your mattress last in its best shape longer:

• Get used to having a mattress topper.
• When cleaning your mattress and mattress pad, vacuum them.
• Flip your mattress often, to even out body impressions.
• Don’t overlook stains and spills. Wash them immediately with soap, water and a soft cloth. Do not use a brush nor a laundry detergent.
• As much as it seems like fun, allowing someone to jump on it wears it down faster.
• Never smoke in bed.
• Put waterproof mattress protectors if the one sleeping on it is a bed wetter.

The best place to incorporate this platform bed cum bookshelf is in the guest room/office.

If you have visitors sleeping over and the only available room is your home-office, with this innovative idea, I’m quite sure they will find your hospitality and graciousness worth remembering.

How do you turn a bookshelf into a comfortable sleeping space? DIYNetwork carries this how-to guide.

It is quite an innovative idea although, it is a bit raised than a usual bed.