Author: Texas Mattress Makers
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How Much Does a Good Mattress Cost?
In today’s economic climate, we understand that making large purchases or investments can feel daunting. But when it comes to a mattress, it seems like everyone is trying to get the cheapest option they can find. If you are not aware, sleeping on a low-quality mattress will only lead to low-quality sleep, which can cause…
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What is the Relationship Between Sleep and Exercise?
It’s that time of year again when folks vow that they will make their health a top priority in the new year through exercise and healthy eating. But before you dust off your running shoes, buy all new exercise clothes, and renew those gym memberships, we need to discuss the relationship between sleep and exercise…
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Is a Firm Mattress Better for Your Back?
Is a firm mattress better for your back? This is a question we hear often from back sleepers who struggle with whether they should purchase a soft or firm mattress for back pain. Although the myth states that a firmer mattress will make your back feel better, we can say for certain that this is…
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How Do You Know When You Need a New Mattress?
You’ve been sleeping on the same mattress for as long as you can remember. You know you’re not getting good enough sleep, but that could be for any number of reasons (stress, an inconsistent sleep schedule, etc.). You never once think that the source of your bad sleep could be your mattress and that it…
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How Coffee Affects Sleep: When to Cut Out Caffeine
If you can’t survive the day without your morning cup of joe, you may want to stick around to learn more about how coffee affects sleep. Don’t worry, we’re not here to tell you to cut caffeine cold turkey, we’re simply here to let you know the facts surrounding caffeine consumption and when it can…
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Do You Need a Mattress Protector? Yes, Here’s Why.
Do you need a mattress protector? If you have recently purchased a mattress, this question may have crossed your mind. We understand that the idea of buying more items after buying a mattress can seem unnecessary. But believe us when we say, we will never recommend products that are not crucial to improving your sleep…
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Great Gifts for Sleep Lovers
With the holidays coming up fast, it can be hard to find that perfect present for the sleep enthusiast in your life, which is why we’ve come up with ideas for great gifts for sleep lovers! After all, is there anything better than waking up after a restful night of sleep feeling completely refreshed and…
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How to Create a Cozy Guest Room for Holiday Guests
If you’re hosting holiday house guests this year, our mattress experts have great tips and tricks for creating a cozy guest room that your visitors will adore. Welcoming holiday travelers into your home is a kind gesture, but it can be a tremendous amount of work, even for the most seasoned of hosts. With cleaning,…
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Why Your New Mattress Feels Different Than In-Store
As life repeatedly teaches us, there are expectations and then there is reality. The same is true of mattress wear, and yet most mattress retailers do not provide an accurate representation of reality to their customers. Imagine you just visited a mattress store and tried several models before finding the one which felt perfect for…
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How Long Does it Take to Break in a Mattress?
Have you ever slept on a brand-new mattress and thought to yourself, why does my mattress not feel like it did in the store? Is it normal for a new mattress to hurt your back? Is my mattress going to feel like this forever? There’s no need to worry. When you buy a new mattress,…