Each year, we review our operating hours and debate whether or not any changes are needed. We haven’t changed our hours for many years, and feel it is now time to make a modest change. This change is a result… Continue Reading
Just like anything, the quality of a blanket can range drastically, depending on the materials and manufacturing process. Brun de Vian-Tiran manufacturers the most amazing throws and blankets. They even invented the Mohair Blanket over 50 years ago. Here… Continue Reading
You can buy the best mattress in the world, but if it’s placed on the wrong foundation, you’re basically throwing your money away. You wouldn’t build a house on a rickety, crumbling foundation, so why is it that every day… Continue Reading
When we think of bath mats, we usually think of function over form. Whatever keeps us from getting the floor wet from out of the shower will do! Abyss & Habidecor have taken that old way of thinking and flipped… Continue Reading
Since a good quality mattress will last you 10+ years, it is imperative that a mattress protector is used to ensure it is in good condition for the long term. Many mattress protectors from big box retailers are made of… Continue Reading
Our modern society is full of synthetic materials in our cars, homes and at work. While modern science and inventions have certainly helped our society in countless ways, there are products such as bedding that are increasingly available on the… Continue Reading
A common question we get asked is will this bed have motion transfer? One of the most important parts of sleeping as a couple in the same bed is that there is as little disturbance as possible for each partner.… Continue Reading
When considering an adjustable bed, how do you know if it is right for you? What are the benefits of an adjustable bed? Can’t I get the same result just putting two pillows behind my head and save hundreds of… Continue Reading
Every summer, Abyss & Habidecor and Celso de Lemos have an annual summer holiday. This means any orders placed during late July and into the end of August take a bit longer than normal to come from Portugal. The last… Continue Reading
If there is one thing we’ve noticed a lot of over the past few years, it’s the amount of misinformation and misrepresentation of silk filled duvets. The Mattress & Sleep Company ships silk filled duvets all over Canada and the… Continue Reading
Twice per year, Green Sleep closes their Canadian factory for a two week holiday. This year’s summer shut down is from July 27 – August 10, with production resuming on August 11. The last date to order for shipment prior… Continue Reading
A quick update on backordered St. Geneve fabrics as of June 20, 2014. Please keep in mind this information changes all the time, and as such the information contained here shouldn’t likely be considered accurate after the first week of… Continue Reading
This is a topic we’ve wanted to write about for a long time actually, and today we were reminded by a post on our Facebook page. The common questions are regarding the quality of the painted finish on Wesley Allen… Continue Reading
First and foremost, we must be clear that St. Geneve does not recommend machine washing any down duvet, regardless of brand. If you choose to follow this guide, please remember that The Mattress & Sleep Company and St. Geneve are… Continue Reading
We’re not the authors of this wonderful infographic, but really wanted to share it as there are some great pieces of information in here. Of course, a high quality mattress is on the list among many other great tips.
The Mattress & Sleep Company is proud to be the first and exclusive Canadian retailer of Berkeley Ergonomics. All five models are now on display in our Calgary and Edmonton stores. Our range of hand made natural pocket coil mattresses by Berkeley… Continue Reading
Wesley Allen have announced several of their iron beds and hand painted finished will be discontinued on June 30, 2014. If any of these specific models or finished are of interest, now would be the best time to order! Discontinued… Continue Reading
What could be a better luxury gift for our friends and family this holiday season then the gift of a better night’s sleep. The strength of our company has always been the unique perspective and opinions of our team… Continue Reading
“The University of Cambridge determined that linen is the most appropriate material for sheeting for physical as well as psychological well-being.” The Benefits Of Linen Bedding There are many types of quality bedding available to improve… Continue Reading
Sleeping hot in bed? In part two of The Mattress & Sleep Company’s two part series about sleeping hot we talk about the solutions to reducing heat retention in your sleep environment. How choosing the correct bedding, mattress, and protector… Continue Reading
Sleeping hot in bed? In part one of The Mattress & Sleep Company’s three part series about sleeping hot we talk about the factors that can contribute to a warmer sleep environment and the types of questions that should be… Continue Reading
Would You Buy A Used Mattress? Probably not. Which is why today, The Mattress & Sleep Company is taking a bold step in eliminating the Comfort Trial on the mattresses we sell here in Canada. The Mattress & Sleep Company… Continue Reading
Organic Mattresses Made Simple With Uncompromising Quality Dreamer Collection of organic sleep systems by Green Sleep is now available at The Mattress & Sleep Company . This value-oriented collection of organic mattresses and sleep systems in meant to provide customers the opportunity… Continue Reading
When it comes to pillows and bedding products there will always be people who love down and those who prefer wool. A common occurrence unfortunately are the misconceptions that retailers, sales people, and consumers have about each product. The problem… Continue Reading
Stress can be a determining factor for getting a healthy night’s sleep. Everyone on any given day will have some form of stress whether it be health or unhealthy. Is it possible for stress to be healthy and aide in… Continue Reading
There has been a growing concern over the use of fire retardants in upholstered furniture and mattresses for some time now. With more media focus placed on the negative health effects that chemicals pose to us all on a daily… Continue Reading
One of the biggest challenges couples have when shopping for a new mattress is their individual comfort preferences are not always the same. Our muscles often need 3-6 weeks to adequately adjust to a new sleep surface yet very seldom… Continue Reading
Whether your destination is somewhere exotic, backpacking all across Europe, on a road trip or visiting family overnight a must have bedside companion is a quality travel pillow. Often unaware of our surroundings we unknowingly expose ourselves to harmful bacteria, chemicals, and allergens… Continue Reading
What qualifies as a good night’s sleep you ask? Well, there are always many factors that contribute to whether you have poor or quality sleep, many of which we often take for granted. The list is endless but here are… Continue Reading
The word ‘Natural’ when it comes to most consumer based products are for the most part unregulated and certainly lack a level of transparency and honesty. Most companies only label or list what they are required to do so by law which… Continue Reading
Hi Calgary. We’re soon to be your new neighbours. The Mattress & Sleep Company arrives Summer 2012. We’re a Calgary mattress store with a focus on high quality sleep products, transparency, friendly service and fair prices. We will be conveniently… Continue Reading
In the animal world, the closest thing to gold may be the fluffy underfeathers of the eider duck. The down, which female eiders pluck from their breasts to line their nests, is typically only found in parts of Iceland, Greenland… Continue Reading
We’re proud to be partnered with Goodwill Industries of Alberta for the Student Furniture Event. This event is the perfect opportunity for students on a budget who are either moving into their first apartment or not-so-spacious dorm room. The Mattress… Continue Reading
Something we’re quite excited about is the new Facebook commenting system on our website. If you’re signed into Facebook and you would like to either leave a quick comment or even ask a question about the product you’re viewing, simply… Continue Reading
To all our past, present and future customers and friends: I’d like to apologize for not being open on Saturday, July 9th in order to serve you. As a small family business centred here in Edmonton, I am pleased to… Continue Reading
Each summer Abyss & Habidecor provide their employee’s the opportunity to vacation while the weather in Europe is optimal. This year, the last day for ordering prior to shutdown is July 18th. Orders received by this date will arrive here… Continue Reading
Woohoo, Canada Day is upon us! The Mattress & Sleep Company will be open on July 1, although with shorter hours. We’ll be here from 11 am to 5 pm MT (1 pm to 7 pm ET). Feel free to… Continue Reading
Green Sleep’s annual summer shutdown takes place this year from July 31st until August 15th. Any orders received by The Mattress & Sleep Company before 12 noon MT / 2 pm ET on Wednesday, July 20th will still ship out… Continue Reading
As briefly mentioned back in April, Wesley Allen made some of the largest changes to their product selection in the 15+ years which we have worked with them. While it is sad to see many loved finishes and beds go,… Continue Reading
We’ve made some changes to the shopping basket and we’re excited to share these with you. The coolest new feature is a “Save to Email” option. Let’s say you’re on your smartphone and you’d rather finish your purchase at home… Continue Reading
Less than a week to go until Valentines Day! A day devoted to love and to your loved one! Valentines Day is a holiday loved by some, dreaded by others, but no matter which category you fit into, the day… Continue Reading
In the effort to improve our sleep and our quality of life; more and more Canadians are realizing just how important a quality mattress is in achieving these goals. Most of us already know that it is also very important… Continue Reading
Over the past while we’ve been very hard at work on expanding our delivery options. We’re proud to say we now have coverage in almost every major centre across Canada. This list includes areas where we offer “white glove service.”… Continue Reading
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! With the snow blowing around and the chill creeping into our bedrooms it’s time to start talking about ways to keep us sleeping warm and comfortable during these long winter months. Maybe… Continue Reading
Its contest time again at The Mattress & Sleep Company and this time it’s all about babies! Here’s what’s on the line for all you new moms or moms to be: Natura Baby Collection –4 Piece Crib Set The 4… Continue Reading
Our beautiful St. Geneve Capri 98 colour waterfall sample has arrived! Capri is a 300 thread count pure Giza 70 Egyptian Cotton fabric which has been milled and woven in Italy. With 98 colours there is sure to be something… Continue Reading
We started introducing comparison charts on our website about 5 or 6 weeks ago and the feedback has been great so far. We’ll slowly be rolling these out to various categories over the next while. The newest addition today is… Continue Reading
With the snow fading from memory and the sunlit days getting longer it is clear that a change is coming. Summer time is creeping into view, bringing sunny days and hot humid air with it. Now that spring is officially… Continue Reading
We are pleased to add some fabulous new Wesley Allen Iron Beds to our current collection. All of these new models are now available to view and purchase on our website. Your bedroom will blossom with the addition of the… Continue Reading
What is transparency? We believe this encompasses a wide range of ideals, most of which centre around the idea that a business should appear forthright and honest with it’s clients. Our goal for 2010 was to improve upon our already… Continue Reading
Spring is in the air and for many of you out there it marks the beginning of the tedious task known as “spring cleaning”. For us at The Mattress and Sleep Company the arrival of spring is met with new… Continue Reading
Spring is nearly here; actually, a lot of the snow here in Edmonton is melting rapidly which is very bizarre for early March! The new season also means exciting new bedding from St. Geneve. St. Geneve has introduced a handful… Continue Reading
Every so often we’re asked whether parents are able to go with an all-natural (or certified organic) crib mattress which does not contain latex. We happily exclaim “Yes!” and point them in the direction of the Sleeptek Organic Innerspring Crib… Continue Reading
Our silk duvet section has gone through some nice updates over the past few days. There is now more detailed information on each of the duvets we offer. Also, we’ve added the two St. Geneve silk duvets to the mix,… Continue Reading
A feature we’ve wanted to implement for a long time has finally come to fruition. Now when you’re browsing through Wesley Allen’s staggering range of finish options, you’ll notice little grey boxes below each finish which proudly say “View Finish… Continue Reading
Hot off the (digital) presses, Wesley Allen has announced their product changes for 2010. We’ll have to wait until February to announce the new products, so the goal today is to at least update everyone on which beds and finishes… Continue Reading
Announcements have been a little sparse lately but on the upside we have been hard at work with lot’s of great new stuff. This is a very brief run down of what has been happening lately. 2010 promises to be… Continue Reading
U.S. government safety regulators are recalling more than 2.1 million drop-side cribs made by B.C.-based Stork Craft Manufacturing, the biggest crib recall in U.S. history. The recall by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission involves 1.2 million cribs in the… Continue Reading
Daybeds, by definition these are pieces of furniture meant to be used as additional seating during the day and as an extra bed at night. However the fascinating aspect of day bed design is its presence and progression throughout history.… Continue Reading
It’s been a long time coming. We’ve finally finished adding the rest of the Wesley Allen daybeds to the online store catalogue! View the Updated Selection
The Mattress & Sleep Company is delighted to announce the arrival of world-class bedding experts St. Geneve. St. Geneve bed linens are designed and made in Canada using the highest quality Silk, Cashmere, Giza 70 Egyptian Cotton, Linen, Micro Modal®… Continue Reading
Medical professionals determine that an infant will spend approximately 70% of their first three years sleeping and playing on their mattress. A cot, crib, cradle, or pram is typically the only place where an infant is ever left unattended. It… Continue Reading
Over the coming days we’ll be adding labels to most of the products shown in the online store. The goal is to describe an item in three or four words, which should hopefully allow finding the right product a bit… Continue Reading
The Lucerne is a new addition to the Wesley Allen family. The striking pose and intricate detail make this bed an instant classic. Pricing is $1,963 for a complete queen bed and $2,213 for the complete king bed. Free delivery… Continue Reading
This past while has been an especially exciting time here at The Mattress & Sleep Company. Lot’s of great stuff is in the works, here is a quick run-down of some of the neat things happening. New In-Store Products Natura… Continue Reading
We have updated the baby bedding section of our online store to make it easier to find what you’re looking for. You can now browse by product type. For example; all crib duvets are now grouped together, where-as before to… Continue Reading
For our local customers, we offer a variety of Wesley Allen hand crafted iron beds on display in our Edmonton showroom. From time to time, these beds are cleared as new models and new finishes arrive. Take advantage of substantial… Continue Reading
Every month we place the spotlight on a small sampling of the products we’re excited about here at The Mattress & Sleep Company. This month we’re featuring a beautiful iron bed from Wesley Allen called the Melody. This bed was… Continue Reading