Why You Shouldn't Remove Those Mattress Tags!

The International Sleep Products Association's Sleep Products Safety Council is introducing new mattress hangtags to help educate consumers about mattress safety, to coincide with new federal open-flame standards for bedding that take effect July 1.

While the new standards are now in place, that does not mean that mattresses are fire-proof; it means that they will burn more slowly, and less intensely, so that people can get out of their bedroom in case disaster strikes.

The article stated:

The bright yellow hangtags, titled "Don't Go To Sleep Yet... Eight Things You Need to Know About Your Mattress," highlight safety messages regarding smoking, matches, candles, space heaters, electrical cords, sleeping with babies, and the disposal of plastic wrapping and old mattresses.

To view the new tag click here.

The tag is also in a picture format for non-English speaking consumers. While I had not thought of it earlier, this is a great way for people to be educated on the importance of mattress safety, and I must commend the Council's hard work in getting this initiative passed.