Officials see more growth for High Point as mattress market

The High Point Market, which welcomed two new mattress exhibitors this spring, continues to gain…

Muenkel Minutes: Understanding spinal alignment

What are the requirements of a proper support system? UncleMuenkel explains that it involves contouring…

Stetson expands into bedding with Stetson Home

Stetson, the Western heritage brand best known for its namesake hats, has officially expanded into…

Market cycle catches industry in uncertain times

So here we are again, getting ready to go High Point Market. Things are a…

The New Rules of Retail: 5 shifts redefining how shoppers find & buy

Shopping used to feel predictable. Search, scroll, shortlist and then a decision. Not anymore.  Today,…

Independent bedding retailers say unpredictability is defining today’s retail environment 

I joined the bedding industry full-time in mid-2023. It was an interesting time, as the…

Muenkel Minutes: How support is different than comfort

Comfort is what you feel when you go to bed. Support is what you feel…

Muenkel Minutes: What is the optimal sleep surface temperature?

Despite many claiming to sleep hot, all humans sleep cold, and it’s the micro-climate they…

3 takeaways from Shoptalk 2026 for bedding retailers

Shoptalk, the world’s largest annual event on retail innovation, e-commerce and technology, took place March…

Muenkel Minutes: Why you should prepare for sleep

If it takes you a while to fall asleep, you’re losing precious hours of sleep…