The soft and cushioned bedding of today wasn’t always like this. Early man slept on bare ground. Before long, he began to make soft bedding that consisted mainly of leaves and animal skin. The leaves provided a cool surface for him to lie on.

But sleeping on the ground had its disadvantages. You were more susceptible to being bitten by snakes and insects. Man realized that he would have to elevate the bed a few inches off the ground. Wooden sticks and branches were used to create bed posts, and rope was used to hold the mattress. The rope mattress had to be regularly tightened to deal with the sag that soon developed.

Later civilizations like the Greeks and Egyptians unleashed their extravagant artistry on the beds. Bed posts were now more ornate, and boasted of elaborate head boards.

In 1871, steel coil spring mattresses were introduced.  Until then the choice of filler for bedding had been raw cotton.

Since then, research has led to the development of bedding that is ergonomically designed to support the spine and neck. Designs evolved from uninspiring patterns to cover a virtually limitless range of designs, including abstract prints, animal print bedding and bird designs, sports motifs, flowers and foliage as well as camouflage bedding. You can also have custom bedding that’s designed exclusively for you that reflects your tastes. These also make great gifts that are sure to be appreciated.

Through all these design changes, the structure of the bedding has evolved for maximum support and comfort.

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