Author: Texas Mattress Makers
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Pros and Cons of Taking Melatonin for Sleep
Melatonin is a popular sleep aid supplement that has helped a plethora of people with a number of sleep problems — however, there are both pros and cons of taking melatonin that we think every sleeper should be aware of. The term melatonin refers to the hormone that our brains produce as a response to…
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Why You Should Shop From a Sustainable Mattress Company
Over the last decade or so, the demand for organic, non-toxic, eco-friendly mattresses has grown as consumers are looking for new ways to shop green. In efforts to reduce the harm being done to the planet, consumers have become more conscious of the ways they can be more sustainable in their purchasing decisions and their…
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5 Mattress Shopping Mistakes to Avoid
Whether we would like to admit it or not, we have all fallen victim to one or more mattress shopping mistakes in our lives. Historically, shopping for a mattress has been seen as a stressful, and oftentimes exhausting, process that leaves buyers with more questions than answers. Because of this reputation, people make common mattress…
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How Sleep Affects Relationships
Ever wondered how sleep affects relationships? Here at Texas Mattress Makers, it is our mission to educate sleepers on just how important a good night’s rest is for overall quality of life. Unfortunately, the subject of poor sleep and its effect on your interpersonal relationships is often glossed over. Sleep affects your mood and your…
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Common Sleep Myths to Forget in the New Year
Sleep myths have been circulating the internet for as long as it’s been around. While they seem to be harmless, myths about sleep — and how to get as much or as little of it as possible — encourage unhealthy sleep habits that can be detrimental to your overall health and quality of life. Have…
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Is it Worth Investing in a Mattress?
Is investing in a mattress worth your money? This question has become somewhat of a hot topic in our current economic climate. In a time when people feel the need to pinch pennies, a mattress doesn’t seem like an important purchase to be made. Or, if people do decide to buy a new mattress, they…
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Questions to Ask When Mattress Shopping
Mattress shopping can be an easy and breezy experience — if you know the right questions to ask. Because a mattress is seen as an investment in your health and overall quality of life, it’s important to pick out a mattress that will truly benefit you. If you’re wondering “what mattress is best for me?”…
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What to Look for in a Mattress
Buying a new mattress is one of the most important purchases you can make for your home and your health — and knowing what to look for in a mattress can help you to make the most informed decision possible. Without prior education, you could end up with a mattress that is not right for…
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The Dangers of Buying a Used Mattress
Thinking of buying a used mattress? We encourage you to think again. In today’s turbulent economic climate, people are resorting to buying things secondhand to save money and to be more eco-friendly. While we understand that saving money and being environmentally conscious are worthwhile, a mattress is NOT the item to pinch pennies on. Buying…
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Best Mattress for Sciatica: Unpacking Myths
With all of the myths surrounding the best mattress for sciatica, it can be hard to know what steps to take for a person suffering from intense nerve pain to find relief. The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in your body that extends from the back of your pelvis down to the back of…