Let’s Start a New American Tradition
posted by Rex | June 22, 2009
As the 4th of July holiday approaches, we should be thinking about more than pyrotechnic displays and hotdogs. Sure, family and friends gathering together is great, but let’s not forget the true purpose of this National Holiday; American Independence Day is the birthday of our Country.
This year, as a true patriot, perhaps the best way to celebrate America’s “break-a-way” from foreign governing is to invest in American made merchandise – give a gift of love to someone with an American manufactured product. By doing so, you not only show someone that you care for them, but also that you care about the welfare of America and American industry.
With American factories shuttering daily, the best way to preserve the existing jobs is to keep them busy. Our “call to arms” today is saving our economy and our way of life – buying American made products may be one of the most patriotic things we can do.
As a start, just for one day, on the 4th of July, can you imagine people across the country refusing to buy anything not American made? The economic impact would tidal wave. A new tradition could begin that would help to reignite the spirits of American workers with a light that says people all over America care about the fate of our homegrown industries.
I’m proud to work for a company that is American owned and sells American made merchandise. I am in a special segment of the population which used to dominate our towns and cities but has now been downgraded to a small minority. The foundation of America’s advancement was forged by American manufacturing and should be reclaimed, but initially, before calculating on support from international markets, we must first invest in ourselves.
Organic Comfort Zone / CozyPure® / Organic Mattress Factory products are American made – most are made right here in our Norfolk, Virginia location. We put great effort and intention on attempting to secure the highest quality America grown and manufactured components, allowing us to produce one of the finest sleep systems available anywhere – at any price.
Imported goods may cost less, saving individuals small amounts of money at the time of purchase, but overall, when factoring in safety, quality, longevity, environmental impact and what the real costs are to American labor and the economy, the savings is overshadowed by the true cost.
On this Independence Day, start your own tradition – make a gift of an American made product. Start a conversation about the importance of supporting the American manufacturing industry. Not only is it the smart thing to do; it’s patriotic.
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New quilting for our PurElegance organic mattresses is exquisite!
posted by ~cher | June 16, 2009
Just a quick note to let everyone know that our PurElegance organic mattress collection now features a new quilting design. It’s aesthetically-pleasing and captures the true “elegance” of this line while maintaining wonderful surface comfort. Channel-quilting has started to become a little too mainstream… so of course we had to take it up a level. We hope you agree that it’s superb!
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Want a Cleaner Bedroom? Make it Naked. Advice on how to make your bedroom safe and organic.
posted by Rex | June 15, 2009
Green Tidings
column by Cheryl Hahn - Virginian Pilot, June 13, 2009
Want a Cleaner Bedroom? Make it Naked.
Industrial chemicals are everywhere… in our business workplace, shopping centers, park benches, and especially in our homes. In fact, indoor air pollution is now rated worse than outdoors. Since the 1950’s our dependency on producing almost everything we use is created with man-made synthetic materials from chemicals: appliances, electronics, home decor, plastics, paints, cleaners, clothing, and more than likely… even the pillow under your head.
It’s almost impossible to escape this chemical soup, unless you live in a bubble, which isn’t very realistic. So how can you reduce your exposure to industrial chemical overload? The easiest place to start is also the one area of your home which makes the most sense: your bedroom. Strip it down and make it naked.
For window treatments choose natural fiber curtains, shades, wood blinds or shutters and stay away from heavy draperies which are usually treated with chemicals and also harbor dust mites. New carpet and adhesives can outgas a vast array of toxic chemicals. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission the most frequently-reported symptoms were watery eyes, runny nose, burning sensation in the eyes, nose and throat, headaches, rashes, and fatigue. If possible, strip your floors down to their natural bare beauty and use area rugs made from untreated wool.
Introduce a few plants to naturally filter the air in your bedroom. Plants add beauty, produce oxygen and absorb chemicals such as benzene and formaldehyde. Good choices are English Ivy and Spider Plant; both species are hardy, easy to care for and rated the best for air filtration. When painting your walls, many brands now offer low-emission alternatives that are safer for indoor air.
Select furniture crafted from real solid wood; avoid pressboard and plywood which contain chemicals and offer low-quality durability. Your mattress and bedding should be made from natural and organic materials which breathe to help keep your sleep system dry and clean. Avoid synthetic fabrics and foams made from petroleum-based elements which outgas chemicals and also have a tendency to harbor heat and moisture which is conducive for dust mites.
Every night you retreat to your bedroom to shut down and restore your mind and body for the day ahead. You’re most vulnerable to the elements during sleep, so it makes sense to have an environment that is clean, pure and natural. Eliminating or reducing toxins in your bedroom can start you on your way to creating a nighttime healing space to escape the everyday exposure to industrial chemicals. This is your sanctuary. Breathe deep, breathe easy and sleep well.
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Organic Mattress Toppers - A Perfect Sleep Solution
posted by Rex | June 9, 2009
For many Americans, “bigger is better”. When mattress shopping, there is such a variety, but I am always astounded by those mammoth, gigantic pillow-top mattresses. They tend to look like something from the story of the “Princess and the Pea”. I am sure that you have seen them; they almost resemble two mattresses stacked on top of one another. Actually, most pillow top mattresses are a standard mattress with an additional layer of petroleum based foam sewn on the top. The total of a traditional mattress is a bunch of wiry springs topped with chemical foam, all incased in a nylon sack that has been saturated with fire retardant chemicals; a pillow top is much the same with an addition of more foam and more chemicals.
A natural latex mattress should be simple and pure. When your beautiful, new CozyPure® mattress arrives at your home, it’s ready for sleep; no assembly required! CozyPure® mattresses are designed to last, using natural and organic components that remain resilient and consistent over the years. However, as time passes, some people begin to require more softness – as our joints, bones and muscles age, we may require and enjoy a surface that cradles and absorbs more of our body. The solution to those new found aches and pains may be resolved by adding a topper to your mattress.
Organic Comfort Zone / CozyPure® offers a nice selection of organic / natural mattress toppers to fit the needs of those looking for greater softness. In essence, your existing mattress can become a pillow-top of sorts, but with a real bonus; a mattress topper is removable. The topper can easily be removed, fluffed, flipped or placed on an outdoor clothes line for renewed freshness; ensuring an invigorating newness. In addition, because organic toppers are made from natural components, it needs to “breath”, (just like we do), so periodic freshening is a good practice. Sunshine and fresh air are natural cleansers.
If you already own a good quality chemical mattress and cannot afford or justify replacing it but still want some of the wonderful and healthy benefits of organic bedding, then an organic topper may be the best place to start. At least, with an organic topper, your body will not come in direct contact with your old mattress. A natural latex or wool topper will help shield you from dust mites, mold, mildew and the off gassing associated with traditional sleep systems.
The bottom line is that you can always make a mattress softer, but you cannot make a mattress firmer. An organic mattress topper is removable, easily cared for and it is versatile. For example, let’s say you want more softness, but you sleep partner wants a firm mattress, you can place a soft organic topper on your side of the mattress and leave theirs as is – what a perfect solution; soft on one half and firm on the other!
CozyPure® organic mattress toppers are offered in several styles and vary in price. If you think that a new natural topper might beneficial to your sleep, just give us a call at 800-229-7571 and one of our sleep experts will happily assist you by answering your questions. Sleep is far too important to waste. Get the most from your rest and watch the quality of your life increase.
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An Organic Mattress Vacation
posted by Rex | June 5, 2009
I just got off the phone with a woman in Alabama. She was calling because she had been on a mission to find a local retailer that carried natural latex mattresses. Her search process had been futile; locally, there were no dealers other than chemical foam retailers. She explained to me that her husband refused to allow her to purchase a mattress online without first trying it; that’s a common issue we face her at Organic Comfort Zone. Fortunately, Organic Comfort Zone / CozyPure® are located in a beautiful area that allows our distant shoppers to combine a trip here to shop for mattresses with a pleasant short vacation.
Our cozy, lovely showroom and offices overlook the Chesapeake Bay and it’s only a short drive along the coast to the sands of Virginia Beach, (about 5 minutes). Historic Williamsburg and Busch Gardens are within a 50 minute drive and the entire area is rich with cultural and recreational activities for the entire family. Norfolk is a great stopover when traveling to the Outer Banks of North Carolina and points south.
Not long ago, a shopper from a Northern city stopped by with her husband and son. After spending an hour or so testing our organic mattresses, the family crossed the street and enjoyed lunch and the beach before deciding on their purchase; turning the mattress purchase into a most pleasant experience.
CozyPure® organic, natural latex mattresses are designed to last twenty years and beyond; making it an important purchase. The joy of shopping for a CozyPure® mattress should be as wonderful as owning one. For our out of town guest that purchase a CozyPure® mattress, every night when the lay on their new organic mattress, they will be able to recall their trip to our Southern shore and remember what we hope was a most wonderful and beneficial vacation.
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An Organic Mattress Leaves a Legacy of Love
posted by Rex | May 26, 2009
Try to imagine the World in fifty years from now – or even a hundred years in the future. The vision could be bleak or wonderful depending on the choices we make today. Our legacy may be a lush green, welcoming Earth or a place where life can barely survive. The choices we make today may have irreversible consequences on life as we know it. Your purchase, consumption and disposal selections are critical.
One of the largest, most consuming landfill items is a traditional mattress. The average mattress is designed to last only 5 – 7 years and then be placed on the curb for garbage collection. Alarmingly, Americans throw away approximately 20 million mattresses every year. Think about the mountains of waste created by old mattresses.
There are alternatives to making our Planet a giant mattress dump. Some communities actually are in the early phases of creating mattress recycle programs, where the fabrics, springs and wood are all separated and disposed of with greater kindness to the environment.
A better option for the environment than even recycling a short lived tradition mattress is to invest in a quality organic mattress that is designed from the beginning from renewable, sustainable, earth friendly components. Not only is an quality organic mattress intended to last for 20 years or more, it also has much less impact on the Earth and can be recycled with greater ease. When you combine the environmental benefits with the health advantages of a natural / organic mattress, then the intelligent choice is clear; organic mattresses are by far the better choice for both the immediate and distant future.
Shown here: CozyPure® Organic Futon from the PurElegance Collection
The Organic Mattress Factory begins with pure, fresh, natural, organic, sustainable components and skillfully handcrafts each mattress with loving care; knowing that the finish product will be designed with future generations in mind. The entire line of CozyPure® mattresses and natural bedding merchandise has been refined into not only one of the best, safest and beautiful sleep systems in the World, but it is also a great bargain when factoring in it’s longevity. Whether it’s the CozyPure® PureElegance or the Eco-V collection of organic mattresses or any of the CozyPure® bedding products; they are designed to last into what we all hope will be a green and beautiful future for generations to come.
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Better Sleep Month Organic Bedding Giveaway
posted by Rex | May 20, 2009
As the World gathers more and more complicated issues from financial woes to global warming and the day to day stressors take their toll on humanity, restful and rejuvenating sleep becomes significantly more important.
Perhaps there is no better time to reevaluate our sleep habits than in May, when we celebrate “Better Sleep Month”.
With many of us in need of more and better quality sleep, we should all commit to making the changes necessary to improve our sleep habits.
Making lifestyle changes such as avoiding caffeine, nicotine and other stimulants; setting a standard time for going to bed and waking up; a balance of exercise and recreation can improve your quality of sleep, but in addition, your sleep environment is equally important.
Keeping your sleep sanctuary clean, simple and organic is of prime concern and in Celebration of Better Sleep Month, CozyPure® / Organic Comfort Zone and Organic Mattress Factory will be helping folks do so by giving away an assortment of organic bedding prizes.
On June 1st of this year, Organic Comfort Zone will randomly select 9 Attendees from Organic Comfort Zone’s FaceBook fan page “Slumber Party” as lucky winners. Requirements to register are simple; you must be a fan of the Organic Comfort Zone’s FaceBook page and RSVP as attending the “Slumber Party” event. The contest is simple, fun and allows Organic Comfort Zone, CozyPure® and Organic Mattress Factory to share their wonderful organic sleep products with people who may not have considered the importance of natural sleep before.
Sleep well, sleep safe and best of luck to all the contest entries.
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Safe, Healthy, Natural, Organic Sleep
posted by Rex | May 15, 2009
I wouldn’t eat it, but I’d do almost anything else with it – that’s how safe our mattresses and bedding are! Not many other mattress / bedding manufacturers can make that claim, but the quality and pureness that CozyPure® organic mattresses and bedding subscribes to is the highest of standards. Our mattresses are handmade in Norfolk, Virginia, at the Organic Mattress Factory and the rest of the CozyPure® line of products are made right here as well; all under the watchful eyes of owner Cheryl Hahn.
Your body comes in direct contact with your mattress and considering that the average person spends the equivalence of approximately 10,000 days of their lives sleeping; mattress, pillow and bedding selection is VERY important. Creating and maintaining a healthy sleep environment can be critical to a healthy existence. Breathing in and absorbing mold, mildew, dust mites, chemical toxins and other monster of traditional mattresses can be harmful to even the healthiest person and especially critical for anyone with allergies or a compromised immune system. Essentially, you are ingesting your mattress through your respiratory system and via dermal absorption, (through your skin).
Natural latex is mold, mildew and dust mite resistant. The organic wool or vegetable batting we use acts as a fire retardant. The cotton used is organically grown and all of our components and products are handled with loving care. All of the CozyPure® merchandise is designed to provide you with years of safe, comfortable enjoyment.
Today, most people are giving consideration to the chemical additives found in food, water and even the air they breathe, but overlooking the compounds and microscopic bugs in their mattresses. We all need to remember that nourishment comes to our bodies in a multitude of ways, not by just what we eat or drink. We are most vulnerable when we are asleep, but quality sleep is of prime importance to our health. Sleep well – sleep safe – sleep healthy.
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Free Organic Give-A-Way
posted by Rex | April 29, 2009
In honor of Earth Day, Organic Comfort Zone / CozyPure® gave away 22 organic gifts to their FaceBook fans. Some of the items included in the give-a-way included CozyPure® organic pillows, lien sprays, EocAveUSA loungewear and a grand prize package of assorted organic comforts. Fans names were randomly selected to insure everyone an equal chance at winning.
What a great tradition Organic Comfort Zone may have started; giving organic and natural gifts in celebration of Earth Day.
The hope of Organic Comfort Zone’s give-a-way is that once folks discover how wonderful and durable organic and natural products are, then they will be inclined to consider eco-friendly merchandise when making their next purchase; whether it be from Organic Comfort Zone or not. Here at Organic Comfort Zone, we are just trying to make the World “greener” and safer for everyone.
In an effort to keep the contest simple, Organic Comfort Zone’s only requirement for eligibility was that contestants had to be members of the Organic Comfort Zone’s FaceBook fan page. Membership to the FaceBook fan page is free and easy – just click a button!
The drawing was held on April 23 and then broadcasted via the internet on FaceBook. It was estimated that over a thousand viewers watched in hopes that their name would be called.
This contest was so much fun, that we plan on doing another drawing next month in honor of Better Sleep Month. Anyone who did not have the opportunity to participate in the Earth Day contest can still be a winner! So if you have not signed up to be a fan of Organic Comfort Zone on FaceBook, there is still an opportunity to win free, cool, organic stuff.
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A Sleeping Prince found dreaming green on our organic mattress
posted by Rex | April 20, 2009
About a week ago, a woman came to our retail shop with her son to look at our Cozypure® organic mattresses. It would be her second CozyPure® mattress purchased from Organic Comfort Zone in less than a year and she wanted some time to consider the selection.
Cheryl took the lady into the organic mattress showroom, closed the blinds and turned on some soft meditative music – she closed the doors and left the shopper alone.
When selecting a new sleep system, we encourage folks to take their time to ensure that they are getting a mattress that is the most comfortable to them, so it’s not uncommon for visitors to spend an hour or more relined on various mattresses.
After about 45 minutes, the lady emerged from the showroom with her decision. She spoke softly and explained that shortly after she went into the showroom, her young son had climbed onto the CozyPure® Haven organic mattress and fallen fast asleep. I glanced around the corner and saw her young son all snuggled up, safely and comfortably sleeping. He was sleeping as securely as if he was at home in his own familiar bed. It made me smile that people can come into Organic Comfort Zone and feel so relaxed that they can quickly drift into slumber. It let’s us know that we have not only created an extremely comfortable mattress, but also an environment that is conducive for organic sleep system shoppers; a stress free, cozy, homelike space.
Organic Comfort Zone is casual, comfortable and pressure free. We invite you to stop by anytime and visit us. We’d love to meet you face to face and have the opportunity to show off our wonderful selection of organic and natural products and if you fall asleep, we won’t be offended – it’s always taken as a compliment!
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Celebrating Earth Day
posted by Rex | April 14, 2009
Imagine Earth Day being celebrated as it should be; an International Holiday! Across the world, people should enjoy the day off to reflect and enjoy the gifts of planet Earth. It should be a day when we all consider our life-styles and what we can do to make our world greener.
I imagine an Earth Day where we exchange organic, natural and recycled gifts with our loved ones and even random strangers. We could plant “Earth Day Trees” and because Earth Day is celebrated on April 22; it’s a perfect time to work on gardening skills.
On Earth Day, we should wear only organic clothing and eat locally grown produce. Our efforts to conserve should be elevated.
This Earth Day, make plans to ride your bike to the park and soak in and cherish your surroundings and encourage others to do the same.
Earth Day is celebrated only once a year and unfortunately, it goes unnoticed by the larger segment of the population; it should be the largest event in the World. So, this year, let’s all do our part and try to make Earth Day every day.
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Earth Day Gifts from Organic Comfort Zone
posted by Rex | April 8, 2009
As we approach the 39th anniversary of Earth Day, have you considered how you will celebrate?
Our efforts to educate and accommodate our customers in “green” matters continues and this year we have launched a simple “giveaway” contest as our gift back to people who are attempting to join us in a celebration of living a more organic lifestyle.
Earth Day is celebrated world-wide on April 22 and in honor of that day, Organic Comfort Zone will be giving away 22 FREE Organic Comfort products, including CozyPure® Pillows! No purchase required! Simply become a fan of Organic Comfort Zone Fan Page on FaceBook. On April 22, we will randomly select 22 lucky winners!
If you are not already a fan of Organic Comfort Zone, then simply log on to the Organic Comfort Zone Facebook page and “become a fan”. It’s that simple!
Good luck and have a wonderful Earth Day!
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No Membership Required!
posted by Rex | April 7, 2009
We have become a global community. Today it’s easy to connect and network with like minded people across the world via tools like email and FaceBook.
Here at Organic Comfort Zone, we have been having fun with our new FaceBook fan page. It gives us a chance to communicate on a personal level with many of our customers that have become so familiar to us. We can explore new ideas and share what we have learned. Plus, as a bonus it allows us in real-time to show off our new products, sales and contests.
Facebook makes registration easy. You can become a member in a matter of a few minutes and then join the fun! If you’re not interested in becoming a FaceBook member, you can still check out our fan page – no membership required!
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Organic-Comfort-Zone/59056567610
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Hey Everyone… Now you can Follow Us on Facebook
posted by ~cher | April 1, 2009
Become a Friend and Fan of the Organic Comfort Zone!
Get organic sleep tips, contests for free stuff, learn about exclusive sales and more!
But the best part is we can connect with you better so come visit and say “HI” 
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American Made, Organic Eco-Vegan Mattress Sale Extended
posted by Rex | March 31, 2009
With growing economic concerns here in the United States, many of us are forced into rethinking our purchases in order to protect our standard of living, which by all accounts, seems to be slipping downward.
American made still means quality; it still makes economic sense to purchase home-grown products. It’s good for America and good for our way of life.
The problem many of us face if finding “real” American made products. Even when we assume our purchases are made in the USA, many of the components used in the assembling of an item were either grown or manufactured in a different country. It is in fact harder to regulate the quality and safeness of imported items and we are finding more and more cost cutting “risks” being taken by foreign countries in order to insure lower prices to consumers.
Proudly, here at Organic Comfort Zone / CozyPure®, our products are American made with top quality and craftsmanship. Our 100% organic cotton is grown in America; our wool comes from American raised sheep. Money spent on our products stays in the American economy, therefore, not only is the consumer investing in fine merchandise that is designed to last, but they are also investing in the American economy.
Most of the products created here at Organic Comfort Zone/ CozyPure® are lovingly crafted less than thirty steps from where I am seated. Quality is intended with every stitch, but we don’t stop there. We are always listening to you. Your input is important to us when designing or redesigning our products. As a matter of fact, our new Eco-Vegan mattress was a result of customer request.
Even though our sheep are raised with humane and loving care, some of our customers have requested mattresses without any animal byproducts. We heard their needs and desires and after nearly a year of research and design, we introduced our new line of organic Eco-Vegan mattresses! As an introduction, we priced the Eco-Vegan line at sale prices that cultivated a huge response and have decided to extend the sale into April.
If you are looking for a healthy, durable, American made organic mattress at a great price, then consider our new Eco-Vegan mattresses; good for you, good for the planet and easy on your wallet!
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