Whether or not you need a mattress protector is a widely debated topic. If you’re careful to avoid eating or drinking in bed, why would you need one? Simply put, a protector helps keep your sleep setup fresh.

Learning is a life-long skill with endless benefits. Students who strive for good grades may score a college scholarship if they do well, driving many into the fear of failure. We often forget that making mistakes is an important part of the process. Perfectionism sets a tempting standard, promising praise from your peers and professors. Spinning your wheels in an all-night cram session, however, is one of the least effective ways to achieve lasting results. The best way? Take your time and emphasize quality rest!

Shopping for a mattress can be confusing, especially when brands use unique ways to describe themselves. With that in mind, we created this glossary to help you enjoy an informed shopping experience. Here, you’ll find some of the most-referenced names, phrases and technologies on our website — as well as their descriptions.

In 1950, Sealy® partnered with orthopedic surgeons to create a better way to sleep, and the result was the Posturepedic® Mattress. The purpose of the Posturepedic® design has remained the same for the last 75 years — to improve sleep by providing targeted support. Our new collection advances that goal with enhanced features that offer quality comfort so you can have happy mornings for years to come.

Approximately twenty years ago, flat foundations replaced box springs as the preferred support system for mattresses. And while they may look similar to each other and both provide a platform that allows for proper airflow, the two are quite different when it comes to how well they support your mattress.

Shopping for a new mattress among hundreds of products and companies can be stressful and time-consuming. Let's explore the differences between spring, foam, and hybrid mattresses to find the best one for you.

As America's #1 Mattress Brand,* we’re committed to providing comfort our customers can count on every time they sleep on a Sealy.

We recognize the importance of making intentional, conscious efforts to contribute to sustainability and environmental responsibility. Designed for pure comfort, our Sealy® Naturals™ mattresses combine ethically sourced and sustainable materials with the comfort and quality customers expect from us.

If you consider the importance of sleep innovation, Sealy® isn’t new on the scene like some other brands. That’s why when we created our bed in a box, Cocoon™ by Sealy, we ensured our customers wouldn’t sacrifice quality for convenience.

Our mattresses go through six intensive testing phases using state-of-the-art robotics to make sure they will hold up and help you enjoy great sleep, night after night (after night). Let’s meet the bots:

We invite you to explore our key materials, technologies, and features in the guide below. Discover how more than a century of expertise and quality can truly transform your sleep.

With more than 140 years of expertise, we’re confident in providing our customers with the sleep they deserve. So how did one man from Sealy, Texas, turn cotton into a household mattress name?