OUR LEGACY
For o. 150 years,
Simmons Bedding Company has shown
For over
For over 150 years,
Simmons Bedding Company has
shown unyielding commitment to sleep
innovation, ensuring the world sleeps
better, night after night.
has shown
For over 150 years,
Simmons Bedding Company has shown
unyielding commitment to sleep innovation, ensuring the world sleeps better, night after night.
Nearly 100 million
mattresses sold
Over 150 years of introducing technology for better sleep
Over 150 years of
introducing technology
for better sleep
18 of the top 20
hotel brands use
Simmons mattresses
Nearly 100 million
mattresses sold
WE DON'T SLEEP
UNTIL YOU DO
18 of the top 20 hotel brands use Simmons mattresses
WE DON'T SLEEP UNTIL YOU DO
1900
James Marshall patented the wrapped coil spring, a breakthrough in sleep technology.
However, each coil was handcrafted, making the process time-intensive and costly. As a result, these luxurious coils were reserved exclusively for elite spaces, including the iconic Titanic.
1925
John Franklin Gail, Simmons’ lead engineer,
revolutionised mattress production.
Gail designed a machine that could swiftly coil
wire and encase it in fabric sleeves, all in one seamless process. This innovation gave rise to the independent Pocketed Coil design, the cornerstone of Simmons’ renowned Beautyrest® mattress.
1927
Eleanor Roosevelt became an ambassador for the Simmons Beautyrest® line, appearing in print advertisements and championing the brand through her influential radio show throughout the 1930s.
1958
Simmons was the first mattress company to introduce king and queen-size mattresses, setting a new standard for bedroom luxury.
These innovations were later featured in Life Magazine and other prestigious national publications, solidifying Simmons’ position as a leader in the industry
1995
Simmons introduced “The Bowling Ball Mattress” campaign.
This was a striking demonstration of the Beautyrest® mattress’s motion isolation. This memorable ad showcased how one person’s movement on the bed was less likely to disturb their partner, highlighting the superior comfort and support of Simmons’ signature design.
1999
Simmons partnered with Westin Hotels and Resorts® to create the iconic HeavenlyBed®.
Guests from around the world soon discovered the exceptional comfort of Beautyrest® Pocketed Coil springs, elevating their sleep experience to new heights of luxury.
2000
As Simmons celebrated its 75th anniversary
Beautyrest® revolutionised the industry once again by introducing the first-ever “No-Flip” mattress. This groundbreaking innovation set a new standard for convenience and comfort, leaving
competitors clambering to keep up.
2003
Simmons advanced its pioneering Pocketed Coil technology with the launch of triple-wrapped, high-carbon steel springs.
These enhanced Pocketed Coil springs offer superior strength, exceptional motion isolation, greater conformability, and lasting durability—continuing Simmons’ tradition of innovation from the original creators of pocketed Coil technology.
2005
The iconic “Bowling Ball” ads have made a triumphant return, by popular demand.
Both dealers and customers have applauded the revival of this dramatic television commercial, once again showcasing the unrivalled motion separation of the Beautyrest® mattress.
2006
The renowned Beautyrest® mattress reached new levels of luxury with the debut of the Beautyrest Black® collection.
This elite line introduced opulent fabric upgrades, enhanced foam layers, and reinforced, motion dampening coil spring technology, delivering an unparalleled sleep experience.
2007
Simmons elevated the memory foam sleep experience with the launch of the ComforPedic® from Beautyrest® collection.
Featuring The Better Memory Foam™, this line offers the perfect balance of body-conforming softness and firm support, providing consumers with an unmatched level of comfort.
2008
Simmons Beautyrest® pioneered hybrid technology in the mattress industry with the launch of Beautyrest NxG®.
By combining the contouring comfort of memory foam with the support of Pocketed Coil springs, this innovation redefined sleep technology, setting a new benchmarkfor the industry.
