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Do you really need a showroom to test a mattress?

Buying a mattress without trying it first can be overwhelming and lead to anxiety and apprehension. But when you really think about it, going to a store and testing a few beds for 30 minutes or so really doesn’t give you a true idea of how you’ll like sleeping on it every night. As time goes by, you may realize you want something a little firmer or softer. Overall, if you’re not happy with a mattress purchase it ultimately comes down to the comfort, not the mattress itself.

CozyPure mattresses have zippers so you can access the inner components and “tweak” to your liking, whether it’s 6 months or 6 years later. In addition to that feature, all mattresses have reverse-flip comfort so the bed is a little firmer on the other side, meaning right out of the box you have two firmness options. Need it softer? We have top-of-bed accessories such as toppers, or depending on the model you choose, you can also add softer latex layers inside the mattress itself… or both!

Our team is ready to help you if you should ever need to modify the comfort of your bed. Because our mattresses are built with SOLID natural latex from top to bottom and edge to edge (no foams or coils to break down), a CozyPure mattress can last for decades with proper care. Over that time your comfort needs may change, so it’s great to have options to adjust and customize to your liking as you age.

We designed our mattresses to help you feel more confident in purchasing a mattress without trying it first, because once you sleep on a CozyPure, we can work with you should you need to change anything at any time. Our most popular customizable mattress is the 10″ Natural Comfort Kiss, which features the most options.

Read more about the benefits of a CozyPure mattress here. Give us a call at 800-229-7571 or visit our website to learn more. If you’re in the Hampton Roads area, we have a showroom too and would love to see you… so please stop by, say HI and have a test rest on our beds at 2308 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA

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Oxymoron: Summer Cold

Summer time is soon upon us, so we thought we’d post this again (originally published June 2014). Enjoy the warmer weather, but sleep well and rest if you catch a summer cold!
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We have all suffered through it: The Common Cold, and yet, why is it that still there is no cure for the aching and stiffness of one’s body? The best that we can do is stay in bed all day and drink juice and sleep and watch our favorite T.V. shows or read our favorite books and magazines. However, that is not good enough for a lot of us, especially after the second day or so of lying in bed. Many of us have to get back to work, get back to school, return to our everyday duties so that we can resume our lives and hopefully retire on a beach some day – and from there we’ll figure out what to do with the rest of our lives once we get bored doing even that. So, what do we do? We resume our lives and our cold does not get any better. In the Winter, if treated the right way, a cold might be gone within a couple of days to a week, with lingering symptoms for the next month or so.

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A summer cold can be very different. Many of us will want to go outside in the nice summer heat, which is great, you know, soaking up that Vitamin D while sipping on a cup of orange juice and falling asleep in the sun perhaps; however, research shows that transitioning from indoors to outdoors might want to be kept to a minimum because the conversion from hot air to cold air can dry the protective mucus lining in the nose, so be careful about air conditioners. Also, as we all know, the key to fighting any cold is rest, just sitting back and letting your body work out the wonders. But, as we all know, Summer tends to be a very busy season. There are so many social things going on, so many beach days that you don’t want to miss, and of course staying in beach body condition is a full time job to begin with. So what are we supposed to do when we get sick> Miss out on all of the fun summer activities that we won’t see for a whole year after Summer has ended? Think of all the Barbeques that you will miss if you take a whole week off for your health!

Well, you can always hide your symptoms by chasing a musinex with cough syrup, but in the end we have to face the facts that the symptoms can not be buried for long and eventually we have to face the ugly truth that modern medicine can’t even defeat the common cold. Still, there is one thing that one can do, every night for a week. That’s right, you guessed it: assure that you are getting the proper rest. Rest is the key to recovery and although we can’t take a whole week off if we want to save up our vacation days, we also can make sure that so long as we are getting a full night’s sleep every night until we are better, then the rest of the Summer will be much, much more enjoyable, and memorable, when we aren’t pumped with Day-Quill.

CozyPure can assure your proper Summer rest with our variety of inviting Organic Latex Mattress‘ and pillows and blankets, etc.. Our products are naturally dust-mite resistant so that your not inhaling debris as you sleep so long as you know how to wash your sheets. Our organic cotton and wool products are not drizzled with petroleum and our sheets not doused in formaldehyde, so there are no unwanted, uninvited, uncalled for chemicals to interfere with your body chemistry.

Of course, you can sweat out a summer cold in the heat of the sun, in a sauna or a steam room. Light exercise is not prohibited for those trying to stay in shape for the Fourth of July; however, workouts that are too intense can deplete the body of energy needed to fight the disease. Remember, though, sleep – sleep – sleep! Get well and enjoy your Summer!

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Green Living Miscellaneous Natural Bedroom

Adding Some Earth to the Bedroom with Plants

Sleep is a necessity of life. It is a staple in assuring well-being and good health. If you are not getting a restful nights sleep then you are at risk of sleep deprivation and deficiency. These are unhealthy sleep habits that can affect every part of your life, extending beyond the bedroom. There are many chronic problems related to sleep deficiency, including heart disease, high blood pressure, depression, stroke, and diabetes. Sleep disorders are a chronic epidemic in America, and the damages can be as instantaneous as a car accident from a delayed reaction, to an array of harmful health problems and habits developed over time.

We here at CozyPure want to help America sleep better. We are dedicated to helping you find the right bed and bedding to fulfill your organic comfort needs, but also to provide other resources and information on getting a healthy and benefiting slumber. In lieu of Earth Day, we want to share with you the many resources our own Mother Earth provides that can help you in reaching a soothing slumber.

We partake in the resources given by nature in our products, but also in our showroom where many plants and benefiting foliage has been strategically arranged to offer an aesthetic appeal and to assist in the soothing effects of calming and seducing sleep. We have composited a list of twelve benefiting plants that can aid in sleep. These are plants that NASA recommends in enhancing air quality of living space. It is recommended, that 15 to 18 plants such as these should be located in an 1800 square foot area to provide the best results in improving air quality and overall experience. Poor air quality can lead to an array of health issues, including asthma, allergies, inflammation, and even cancer, with that in mind, adding a plant or two to the bedroom seems to be more than necessary in providing a safer sleep environment. Here are twelve air-quality improving plants, recognized to be benefiting to the restless sleeper:

  1. Jasmine, Jasminum: Jasmine is a vining plant, that grows naturally in warmer climates, but can be kept indoors where it can receive plenty of natural sunlight. Jasmine has been known to reduce anxiety, while the smell can help improve sleep and alertness.
  2. Lavender, Lavindula: Lavender is diffused into many newborn products and products for new moms because of its stress reducing properties. Lavender has been recognized to reduce stress and anxiety, slow heart rate, and lower blood pressure. All of which can help set the stage (or bedroom) for a better nights rest.
  3. Rosemary, Rosemarinus Officinalis: Rosemary works hard to improve the air quality around with its immune boosting qualities and blood flow stimulation. It is has also been shown to boost memory levels by 75 percent.
  4. Aloe Vera, Aloe Barbadensis Miller: This plant is rated by NASA as the number one in oxygen generating and air improving. More oxygen can help you get to sleep better and stay there. The Aloe Vera plant offers a topical ointment inside its foliage that can soothe burns, rashes, and skin abrasions.
  5. English Ivy, Hedera Helix: This ivy is an amazing addition to any plant of garden. It has been shown to reduce up to 94% of airborne mold in a matter of hours. This aids in reducing allergies and lung irritation.
  6. Snake Plant, Mother- In- Laws Tongue, Sansevieria Trifasciata: This is a plant that many have exclaimed is impossible to kill. It filters out many household toxins from the air including formaldehyde, trichloroethylene, and benzene. It has also been recognized to aid in preventing eye irritations, respiratory problems, and headaches, while increasing energy levels.
  7. Gardenia, Gardenia jasminoides : The gardenia is a bit trickier to care for, needing to be in bright room without direct sunlight, but is known to aid in relieving anxiety and promoting sleep.
  8. Valerian, Valeriana officialis : This is a perennial flowering plant with a sweet scent that needs a minimum of 6 full hours of sun daily. Valerian is one of the oldest and most studied plants that aid in curing sleep disorders like insomnia.
  9. Peace Lily, Spathiphyllum wallisii : The Peace Lily is rated as one of NASA’s super plants as it filter toxins from the air and can boost humidity by 5 percent. This suppresses airborne allergies and offers relief from allergens. This plant captures mold spores from the air and circulates them to the roots for food.
  10. Bamboo Palm, or Reed Palm, Chamaedorea erumpens : This is beautiful plant that can grow up to 6 feet tall and offers air purification along with a wonderful aroma.
  11. Gerbera Daisies, Gerbera jamesonii : These are cheery flowers that release oxygen at night and are often recommended for the home in cases of sleep apnea and severe allergies. However, these plants need a lot of attention for they are often prone to fungal diseases.
  12. Golden Pothos, Scindapsus aures : This plant has marbled- heart shaped leaves that are incredibly helpful in purifying the air. It is just important to note that the leaves may also be considered mildly toxic to children and pets.
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Show us how Cozy you are with your CozyPure

CozyPure wants to see you in your organic comfort zone!

Have you purchased one of our Eco-Friendly, Organic, American-made CozyPure products?
If so, snap a photo of you or a loved one enjoying the comforts of our product and post it to one (or all) of your social media platforms with #cozypure as a hashtag.

Every month we will choose a CozyPure selfie contestant as a winner.
Winner will receive a FREE Organic CozyPure bedding product (such as a throw blanket or pillow). Just for sharing your love for our products, you are entered to win more of our sustainable, renewable, and Cozy material.

If you have not yet purchased a CozyPure product, visit our website at www.cozypure.com or come in and see us in Norfolk, VA. Our warehouse, showroom, and dedicated Cozy Comfort Specialists are located at 2308 Granby St. Norfolk,VA. Take a selfie in our showroom and share the experience of organic comfort that is healthy and engulfing in natural fibers.

Winners are chosen monthly, so please keep being comfy and share with us your Cozy moments.

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Share Your Love with CozyPure

ShareYourLoveAffair_instagramPost a pic of you and any CozyPure product
(mattress, pillow, comforter, etc.) on social media

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Be entered to win our new Dragonfly Organic Cotton Matelasse blanket!

On February 28 we will choose one lucky winner! 

 

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CONGRATULATIONS to CozyPure’s Holiday Coloring Contest Winners

We had a great response to our coloring contest.  Our customers are bringing up a creative bunch of future CozyPure shoppers!  Thank you to everyone that participated.  The entire CozyPure crew voted for their favorite entry and there was a tie!

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Both girls have won a $100 CozyPure gift certificate that they can use however they’d like!  I hear they both like LaNoodle pillows!  Avery also wrote us a letter letting us know how much her parents love their CozyPure mattress.  We are pleased that both winners turned out to be the children of CozyPure customers although that was not required nor a deciding a factor.  Thanks again to all the participants and may you have the coziest of holidays from CozyPure!

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Original Contest Post:

STILL OPEN – A Coloring Contest for Future CozyPure Shoppers

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Win a CozyPure pet bed for your feline friend

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR COZY CAT WINNER, TITAN!

Last week, in recognition of National Cat Day, we posted a contest in which one lucky cat could win a CozyPure pet bed.  We asked that the cat’s owner tell us why their cat needed a CozyPure bed of their own and Clare Abad did an excellent job convincing us that Titan should win:

I am an owner of a CozyPure bed and I know how safe, soft and comfortable to sleep on. I have a hairless cat named Titan. He is 3 years old. I always find him sleeping soundly in my CozyPure bed because it is so soft, comfy and warm. Since Titan is a hairless cat, he is more sensitive to chemicals than furry cats and we always have to keep him warm and cozy, especially during the cold weather. He is such a lovely and adorable little cat and I want to keep him happy, healthy, and super comfy so he will keep me company for a long long time! Your beds are very soft , therapeutic, and most importantly, there are no harmful chemicals that are emitted and they are made of eco-smart materials which make your beds healthy for Titan and healthy for the planet. These are the reasons why Titan needs a CozyPure bed to sleep on day & night.
Thank you for making safe and healthier beds!titan

We also stated that extra consideration would be given to contestants in their Halloween costume and Titan was a cute little devil!

Thanks to all the participants and watch for future CozyPure contests.  Our coloring contest is still open!

 

 


Original Post – 10/26/16:

National Cat Day is October 29!

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FLASH SALE – FOR ONE DAY, COZYPURE’S SMALL PET BED WILL BE 30% OFF!

ABOUT OUR PET BED:  Furballs love our Orthopedic Pet Bed which we seam-tuft for that extra element of designer elegance which also creates super soft pockets of comfort.  Inside is filled with 100% resilient latex foam noodles (no polyester to compress or break-down). Filling our pet beds with 100% latex offers superior support while also delivering cushioned softness for ideal comfort.  For the outside fabric we use an upholstery-grade 100% organic cotton canvas fabric for long term durability.  Available in two sizes: Small/Med –  25″ x 20″ and Large – 45″ x 30″ (the contest is for the small bed). Vacuum and spot clean any stains. Do not machine wash. Never place the pet bed in a dryer.  We highly recommend ordering the removable zipper cover made from organic cotton twill, which is easy care machine wash and dry to help protect the pet bed from dirt, tears, etc. Available in five color choices!  For more information or to order, click HERE.

 

Made in the CozyPure® organic bedding factory in Norfolk, VA, USA.

WIN A FREE SMALL BED

SEND US A PICTURE OF YOUR FAVORITE CAT(S) AND TELL US WHY HE/SHE NEEDS A COZYPURE BED!  Extra points will be given to cats that are wearing their Halloween costume!

Email entries to cozypure757@gmail.com.  Entries must be received by 11:59 PM on October 30 and a winner will be chosen on October 31.

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STILL OPEN – A Coloring Contest for Future CozyPure Shoppers

We thought it would be pretty cool if our customers’ children had the opportunity to win some Cozy Cash to do some holiday shopping of their own!  The contest is open to all children 2-12 and the winner will receive $100 Cozy Cash that can be used on our website or in our showroom.  So be sure to show your little one your favorite pillow or blanket and encourage them to do their best coloring ever!

We can’t wait to display all the creative and festive entries in our showroom!

Be sure to share this contest on social media – it is open to EVERY boy and girl!  Who knows – if we get a lot of entries we may have a hard time choosing just one winner!


HOW TO ENTER:

EMAIL YOUR ENTRY TO:  COZYPURE757@GMAIL.COM

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MAIL TO:  COZYPURE, 2308 GRANBY STREET, NORFOLK, VA, 23517

ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY DECEMBER 1, 2016


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GOOD LUCK AND THANKS FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION!

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UPDATED – To Have a Good Neighbor, Be a Good Neighbor

National Good Neighbor Day was September 28th and to commemorate it CozyPure held a contest (details below in the original post).

Renee Redmond’s enthusiastic and heartfelt entry won a blanket for both her and her neighbor, Angela Fernandez!  Here’s what Renee had to say:

“I would like to nominate my next door neighbor of six years, Angela Fernandez, for your Best Neighbor Contest.  Her and I are in the enclosed picture (she is on the right), and it was taken at one of my husband’s and mine holiday parties.

Angela helps me out with just about everything.  We watch each other’s kids, problem solve together, brave the gym, I’ll kill her spider, she’ll stir my gravy, I made her wedding cake, she drove me to newborn appointments. She was by my side during infertility troubles and I was by hers after her head injury. She is like a sister to me without all the drama, so this would be the perfect honor to bestow upon her before she moves (they need a larger house).

If we are chosen to win the contest, I would like her to receive the DeVINE blanket because the vines would symbolize the growth and strength of our friendship and would also remind her of my grapevine-covered porch and all the good times we have had there.

Thank you so much for hosting such a contest.  Cozy Pure is one of my favorite brands and Angela is one of my favorite people, so I was very excited to take a minute and reflect on how wonderful the past six years have been (or I called them from the very start: Operation Super Neighbor).”goodneighbor_pillows

Congratulations to our winners and thank you to all of the participants!  Be sure to watch for upcoming contests from CozyPure!

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September 28 is National Good Neighbor Day. This day was created to acknowledge and celebrate the importance of a good neighbor. It is a blessing to have a good neighbor but it is even a greater thing to BE a good neighbor.

Good neighbors often become friends, they watch out for each other, lend a helping hand and are there for advice when asked.   Neighbors are there when we need to borrow something, to get our mail for us when we are on vacation, to watch our homes and sometimes to watch our children and our pets as well as the many other things we do with our neighbors.National Good Neighbor Day was created in the early 1970s by Becky Mattson of Lakeside, Montana.  In 1978 United States President Jimmy Carter issued Proclamation 4601:

 “As our Nation struggles to build friendship among the peoples of this world, we are mindful that the noblest human concern is concern for others. Understanding, love and respect build cohesive families and communities. The same bonds cement our Nation and the nations of the world. For most of us, this sense of community is nurtured and expressed in our neighborhoods where we give each other an opportunity to share and feel part of a larger family…I call upon the people of the United States and interested groups and organizations to observe such day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.” (Source:  National Day Calendar)

To celebrate National Good Neighbor Day:

  • Do something nice for your neighbor today.
  • Use #GoodNeighborDay to post on social media.
  • AND enter your neighbor in CozyPure’s Good Neighbor Contest!

How to Enter Your Neighbor in the CozyPure Good Neighbor Contest:

  1. Tell us in 50-100 words why your neighbor is the best!
  2. If chosen to win, you and your neighbor both receive a CozyPure travel blanket. Browse our blankets here and tell us which one you think your neighbor would like best and why!
  3. Bonus points will be given for entries that include a picture of you and your neighbor attached to the email!
  4. Submit your entry via email to:

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Labor Day Fun Facts & Contest

Labor Day is not just for sales (although we like them too).  It is a day to honor the American Labor Movement and the contributions that workers have made to the strength, prosperity and well being of our great country.  In addition, Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer.
CozyPure is not your typical retail establishment!  We will commemorate the Labor Day holiday with a sale that will run September 2-6 but our physical store will be closed Monday so that our employees can relax!  Hopefully you’ll be off work too and can shop our sale online from the comfort of your own home or on the road during that last summer vacation!  While shopping this Labor Day at CozyPure.com remember that you are also supporting American workers by purchasing items that are handcrafted right here in the USA!

Labor Day Fun Facts

1.  The first celebrated US Labor Day was on Tuesday, September 5, 1882 in New York City, planned by the Central Labor Union.
2.  10,000 workers marched from City Hall all the way to 42nd Street and then met with their families in Wendel’s Elm Park for a picnic, concert, and speeches.
3.  Canada is said to have originated the idea of hosting a day honoring the labor movement. In 1872, they held a “Nine-Hour Movement” to show support for striking workers.
4.  There is disagreement about who actually proposed Labor Day as a holiday. Some say it was Peter J. McGuire, who was the cofounder of the American Federation of Labor. Others believe that it was Matthew Maguire, a machinist.
5.  Oregon was the first state to celebrate Labor Day as a legal holiday in 1887.
6.  The decision to make Labor Day the first Monday of September was approved on June 28, 1894.
7.  Labor Day started as a part of the labor union movement, to recognize the contributions of men and women in the US workforce, but modernly is seen as a chance to celebrate the last weekend of summer.
8.   Americans worked 12-hour days seven days a week during the 19th century!
9.   The Adamson Act was passed on September 3, 1916 to establish an eight-hour work day.
10.  Historians say the expression “no white after Labor Day” comes from when the upper class would return from their summer vacations and stow away their lightweight, white summer clothes as they returned back to school and work.
11.  There is still a Labor Day parade in New York City, which takes place throughout the 20 blocks north of the 1882 labor march.

Source:  DoSomething.org (link https://www.dosomething.org/facts/11-facts-about-labor-day)

Labor Day “Trivia”

Our Labor Day Trivia Contest is easy!
Every CozyPure pillow is a LABOR of love
and handcrafted by American Workers
in our Norfolk Virginia workshop.
So here’s your question:

Which CozyPure pillow do you like the most and why?

You can browse our pillows by clicking here.
Submit your answer on our Contact Us page located here.

One lucky winner will be randomly chosen
at the conclusion of the Labor Day Sale and
receive a $50 Cozy Cash Gift certificate!


Good luck and have a relaxing and safe holiday!