What mattress most

MANILA, Philippines - When you’re scrambling to meet the demands of daily life, you tend to cut back on sleep just so you could accomplish your never-ending to-do list. Besides, who can afford to spend a solid eight hours in dreamland when there are things that need to be done all at the same time? The truth is we can’t afford not to.

Just like exercise and proper nutrition, sleep is essential for optimal health. The quality of your sleep directly affects the quality of your waking life. If you had a good night’s sleep, your mind and body will function well. Ergo, you’ll be able to accomplish more tasks with little effort.

“Sleep is often taken for granted in a growing economy like the Philippines,” notes George Lorenzana, managing director of Bedscape Corporation. “While Filipinos are working harder and longer, they are not sleeping well. If one does not sleep well, he/she will not perform well.”

A good, high-quality mattress is essential to getting a restful and relaxing sleep.

“A worn-out and inappropriate mattress may lead to back pain and restlessness,” adds George.

To be able to ensure peak performance at home and in the workplace, it’s time to change your age-old mattress and see the difference.

Bed Talk

The luxury of better sleep is now available to Filipino consumers with the launch of Simmons Gallery, a unique and exclusive bedding specialty boutique, in the country.

This Atlanta-based bedding and mattress manufacturer is regarded for its commitment to help people sleep and feel better. It’s the mattress of choice of five-star hotels in the country such as the Makati Shangri-La Hotel, Edsa Shangri-La Hotel, and Hotel Sofitel, among others.

“We spend a third of our lives on our beds. So it makes perfect sense that we invest in a high-quality mattress (at least those who have the purchasing power) that’s guaranteed to lull us to sleep,” enthuses George Lorenzana of Bedscape Corporation, the authorized retailer of Simmons (SEA).

The Simmons brand has always been associated with technological innovation. It has fashioned its reputation through its legendary core innovation — the Simmons Pocketed Coil System.

“Simmons mattress is made up of individually wrapped coil. Each pocket spring moves independently, responding to body movement and the contour of the body,” explains Michelle Anne Ng, Simmons Southeast Asia marketing manager.

And since the coils are not interconnected (like those in a traditional mattress), each spring works independently. The weight on one spring doesn’t affect the surrounding springs. The technology is called the Do Not Disturb effect.

The Pocket Coil, which is wrapped in shrink and tear-resistant Duon cloth, promises undisturbed sleep. When you toss and turn, the coils cushion your body at every turn. With a Pocket Coil, you will not be awakened when your partner tosses and turns on the bed. Here’s more: the coils are turned inwards so there’s no chance for the coils to protrude.

“According to Simmons consultant Dr. James B. Maas, an average person tosses and turns 40 to 60 times a night so you are most likely to be awakened by your partner’s movement. Well, that’s not the case when you’re sleeping on a Simmons mattress,” Michelle enthuses.

The Bed and The Beautiful

To see for ourselves the various features and benefits of a Simmons mattress, Michelle, George and Simmons director Casey Teh walked us through each and every bed elegantly showcased in the Simmons Gallery at Shangri-La Mall in Mandaluyong City.

They encourage potential clients to try the mattresses for themselves. Lie down for a few minutes on the mattress in your most common sleeping positions.

“Do not just sit on the edge, as this does not provide a good gauge of comfort and support level. Give each mattress a few minutes before moving on to the next one,” adds George.

Simmons’ retail consultants are knowledgeable enough to make the best recommendation according to the clients’ specific needs.

Simmons Gallery houses the brand’s top-of-the-line mattresses such as BackCare Advanced, BackCare 3, Beautyrest Eternity, Beautyrest Celestine, Beautyrest NXG, Beautyrest Rozelle, and Beautyrest Black. It also keeps in stock mattress protectors, pillows and the Fjord recliners from Norway.

In choosing a mattress, know your needs. Keep your height and weight in mind. This will help you select a mattress that will not end up too soft or too firm. If you suffer from back pain, inform the sales consultant. Opt for a firm, tight-top mattress like Simmons BackCare Original Series. It offers better back support.

“Also, buy the best you can afford. Remember, a good mattress will last for years,” explains Michelle.

Simmons mattress is so durable it can last up to 15 years. But for sanitary purposes, Michelle advises clients not to keep their mattresses that long.

“For personal use, you can keep it for 10 years, but in hotel chains five years are enough,” says Michelle.

The price tag that comes with every Simmons mattress is underscored by technology unique to the brand (the Pocket Coil System and the Memory Foam, among others).

“The Philippines is a very good market. Filipinos are well-educated about paying a good price for top-of-the-line mattress that promises a sweet slumber,” stresses Michelle.

Simmons’ most luxurious line — the Beautyrest Black — is made from the softest materials that include silk, wool and alpaca. It is hypoallergenic and is mite-, mildew- and mold-resistant.

A bed for the price of a car, anyone?

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Simmons Gallery has branches at Shangri-La Plaza Mall, 638-1649; and SM Mall of Asia, 836-1217.