Sit 'n Sleep In The News

While Sit n’ Sleep’s main goal is delivering a great night’s sleep on a high-quality mattress to millions of Californians, our company also seeks to educate the public about the importance of sleep to a person’s overall health. Read on for recent Sit ‘n Sleep stories and interviews.

Sit ‘n Sleep Promotes 3 – Home Furnishings Business 2/03/2012

Daily Pilot Home Furnishings Business reports that Sit ‘n Sleep has made three executive promotions to support its expansion throughout Southern California. Read the Entire Article


What’s Happening – The Daily Breeze 2/02/2012

Daily PilotThe Daily Breeze announces three recent executive promotions at Sit ‘n Sleep, including the naming of Nelson Bercier as President. Read the Entire Article


Cheap Sleep – San Fernando Valley Business Journal 9/26/2011

Daily Pilot This profile of Sit ‘n Sleep’s president, Larry Miller, starts with the trip he took to Japan in 1980 that convinced him to open his first Sit ‘n Sleep and concludes with his future plans for the retail giant. Read the Entire Article


Wish I may, wish I might – Antelope Valley Press 5/22/2011

Daily Pilot This profile of the Make-a-Wish Foundation of Greater Los Angeles tells the story of how the organization helped a Lancaster teenager meet the Jonas Brothers. Also, you’ll learn about how Sit ‘n Sleep and Make-a-Wish’s recent partnership helped make the mattress giant’s Warehouse Sale a smashing success. Read the Entire Article

Sit ‘n Sleep Helps Make a Wish Come True – KTTV FOX 11 News

In partnership with the Make-a-Wish Foundation, Sit ‘n Sleep gave a bedroom makeover to a child who is in remission after battling leukemia for three years.



Sit n Sleep’s Warehouse Sale – KTLA Morning News


Allie MacKay from the KTLA morning news speaks with Sit ‘n Sleep’s Larry Miller about their massive Warehouse Sale and how he’s working to help the Make-a-Wish Foundation. Also, Larry reveals the type mattress he personally sleeps on, Sit ‘n Sleep’s Senior Vice President Nelson Bercier explains how to choose a mattress and much more!

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Sit ‘n Sleep Opens its First-Ever Studio City Showroom – The Van Nuys News Press – Sept, 26, 2011

SM Mirror Sit ‘n Sleep is opening our 27th superstore in Studio City, CA. In this article which appeared in The Government Center Gazette & Van Nuys News Press, our CEO, Larry Miller, explains why this new location in The Valley is a great place to expand his business even in today’s tough economy.
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Sleep in Longer to Stay Fit – The Santa Clarita Valley Signal – August 5, 2011

SM Mirror Studies show that getting at least eight hours of sleep a night helps regulates metabolism. Here, the Signal provides some tips for you to get the best night’s rest possible with the help of personal trainer Jay Kerwin and Sit ‘n Sleep.
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No Rest As Mattress Retailer Plans for Expansion in Valley – SFV Business Journal – August 1 – 14, 2011

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Sit ‘n Sleep’s CEO, Larry Miller, sat down with the SFV Business Journal to discuss his plans to open a new superstore in Studio City as well another location in northeast San Fernando Valley.
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Profile: Larry Miller – Foothills – August 2011

SM Mirror In this business profile, Sit ‘n Sleep’s CEO, Larry Miller, discusses how his business was able to not only survive, but thrive in a down economy.
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Retail Road Trip – Sleep Savvy – July/August 2011

SM Mirror Sleep Savvy talks with Sit ‘n Sleep’s principals Larry Miller and Nelson Bercier about how celebrity and selection have made them the leading mattress retailer in Southern California.
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Bed Bug Prevention — KMIR 6 Today, June 15, 2011

Bed bug expert Kelly Young joins KMIR 6 Today to share some tips on bed bug detection and prevention. Looking to protect your home from bed bugs? Sit ‘n Sleep has a Bed Bug Protection Kit available here >>


On Our Radar – Orange Coast Magazine – June 2011

SM MirrorOrange Coast Magazine has Sit ‘n Sleep’s brand new Costa Mesa location on its radar and is gearing up to experience the Body Diagnostic Machine. Check it out >>

Giving back is good for bottom line – Antelope Valley Press 5/22/2011

Daily Pilot In these hard times, Larry Miller is not only positioning his business to prosper during the economic downturn, he’s donated his time and money to the less fortunate as well. In this article, the Antelope Valley Press talks with Larry Miller about how his business has reacted to the the harsh economy and the Jewish Vocational Services Business Leadership award his was recently presented. Read the Entire Article

Hillary Swank – Sit ‘n Sleep Santa Monica May 14, 2011

Gossip mag, OK! Magazine reports seeing “Million Dollar Baby” and “Boys Don’t Cry” star, Hillary Swank, purchasing a mattress in our Santa Monica Store.

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Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Los Angeles

Daily Pilot

“We would like to give a big THANK YOU to Sit ‘n Sleep for their generous support in helping us grant wishes over the weekend! Sit ‘n Sleep, the mattress superstore dedicated to delivering a good night’s sleep to millions of Californians, donated mattresses to a few of our “wish children” whose wish was to receive a new bed. Sit ‘n Sleep is focused on helping people find the right mattress for their needs, body type and health-all from the largest selection of mattresses, at the best price, while receiving great service. With 26 superstore locations throughout Southern California, Sit ‘n Sleep is an established Southern California brand, operating some of the largest and most successful mattress stores in the nation for over 30 years. Thank you Sit ‘n Sleep for your generous support!”

It’s good to be the mattress king – Daily Pilot 5/16/2011

Daily Pilot Costa Mesa’s Daily Pilot traces the journey of Sit ‘n Sleep owner Larry Miller from delivering his wares after-hours in a Ford pickup to moving $95 million in volume annually. Read the Entire Article

Sit ‘n Sleep owner grabs business, attention: ‘You’re killing me, Larry’ – Ventura County Star 5/13/2011

Ventura County Star On the heels of the Grand Opening of his new store in Agoura Hills, Sit ‘n Sleep’s Larry Miller discusses how the downturn in the economy has helped him expand his business, the genesis of his iconic radio spots and more! Read the Entire Article

Sit ‘n Sleep Opens Agoura Store – Ventura County Star 5/05/2011

Ventura County Star Sleepy residents of the Conejo Valley can rejoice! A new 9,000-square-foot Sit ‘n Sleep superstore has just opened in Agoura Hills. Residents can now find out which type of mattress is best for their needs through the Body Diagnostic Machine and get great deals at the store that will famously “beat anyone’s advertised price or your mattress is freeee!” Read the Entire Article

Sit ‘n Sleep wakes up in Agoura – The Acorn 4/28/2011

Blog Talk Radio The Acorn announces the opening of Sit ‘n Sleep’s new 9,000-sqaure-foor superstore in Agoura Hills. Read the Entire Article

Out With Allergies – Shape – May 2011

SM MirrorYou may think that blooming tuplips and freshly-mowed lawns are what’s making you sneeze, but the culprits may be lurking inside of your home.Read pg. 1 >>

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Retail openings, relocation in O.C. – Bloomberg 4/14/2011

Blog Talk Radio Recently, California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom met with prominent politicians in Texas to discuss California’s ongoing economic recovery. To get a good gauge on California’s current economic health, Bloomberg asked some of the state’s business leaders including Sit ‘n Sleep’s Larry Miller Read the Entire Article

Retail openings, relocation in O.C. – The Orange County Register 4/12/2011

Blog Talk Radio The Orange Country Register announces Sit ‘n Sleep’s new location in Costa Mesa. Read the Entire Article

Hear why real estate rebound 2 to 4 years off – OC Register 4/11/2011

Blog Talk Radio In this article, Sit ‘n Sleep owner Larry admits how closely tied the mattress business is to the real estate market. Read the Entire Article

Mattress King Chats: Jon Lanser on Real Estate – Blog Talk Radio 4/05/2011

Blog Talk Radio Larry Miller of Sit ‘n Sleep calls in to talk with Orange County Real Estate expert Jon Lanser about how the weak housing market has hit the mattress business. Larry also explains how he’s found opportunities to expand his business in a down market. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST

Getting Enough Sleep Can Save Your Life – National Sleep Foundation 3/08/2011

National Sleep Foundation March 7-13, 2011, kicks off National Sleep Awareness Week. In the spirit of the NSF’s annual campaign, Sit ‘n Sleep shares some tips to improve people’s sleep habits and help them live healthier. LEARN MORE

The economy awakens – OC Metro – 3/01/2011

The daily Breeze Sit ‘n Sleep’s owner, Larry Miller, talks with OC Metro about his plans to expand to two more locations in Orange County and his belief in the potential for the county’s growth in light of the recession. STORY LINK

Sleep the Weight Away – Antelope Valley Press – 2/21/2011

SM MirrorIf toiling away at the gym or counting calories isn’t working for you — why not try sleeping the pounds off? Health experts say hitting the hay for at least eight hours a night can play a significant role in losing weight.

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Spotted! – OK Magazine – 2/10/2011

The daily BreezeEmmy Award-winning actor Terry O’Quinn, best known for playing John Locke on the cult classic “LOST,” was spotted buying a mattress at our new Santa Monica location on Tuesday, February 8. O’Quinn has also starred in the TV shows “The West Wing,” “Millennium,” and films such as “Primal Fear,” “Ghosts of Mississippi” and “The Rocketeer.” STORY LINK

Sleep and Weight Loss — KTLA Morning News 1/25/2011

KTLA NEWSThe KTLA Morning News recorded a series of informative segments at Sit ‘n Sleep in Culver City on how Southern Californians can lose weight while sleeping .

Sleep and Weight Gain
Can a good night’s rest help you shed some pounds? KTLA Morning News visited Sit ‘n Sleep in Culver City to learn how getting some quality ZZZs can help you lose some inches around your waistline.

Sleep to Get Slim
KTLA Morning News, with the help of Sit ‘n Sleep, shows you how to sleep to get slim. What kind of snacks can help you get to sleep? How should you set up your bedroom for optimum shut-eye? What are some good pre-bedtime stretching exercises? Find out in this informative video.

What to Eat Before Bed
The KTLA Morning News talks with the sleep and health experts at Sit ‘n Sleep about how to lose weight while sleeping. Which foods should you avoid before bed? Should you drink alcohol to help you get some ZZZs? Find out here!

Best Ways to Stretch Before Sleep
Are you on a diet and not getting any results? Your bedtime routine could be to blame. In this clip, filmed on location at Sit ‘n Sleep Culver City, the KTLA Morning News talks about the exercises that will help you get a good night’s rest.

Lose Weight While You Sleep
The KTLA Morning News learns some simple ways to prepare your bedroom for a good night’s rest from the sleep experts at Sit ‘n Sleep Culver City. Learn how to make your room more relaxing and whether you should watch TV before bed or not.

Sit ‘n Sleep looks at strategies to cope with recession, housing downturn – The Daily Breeze – 12/30/2010

The daily BreezeIn its 30th year in business, Sit ‘n Sleep is soberly climbing out of a sales slump caused by the recession and housing market collapse. The Daily Breeze lifts the veil on how Sit ‘n Sleep’s owner, Larry Miller, managed to expand his business in a rough retail climate. STORY LINK

Getting Mattress Religion: Sit ‘n Sleep – Santa Monica Observer – 12/13/2010

SM ObserverAfter years of being let down by the promises of other mattress dealers, Observer writer Alyssa Ganezer takes a trip to the new Santa Monica Sit ‘n Sleep location in hopes of finding the right mattress for herself and her husband. STORY LINK

A New Face in Town – Santa Monica Observer – 12/13/2010

SM ObserverIn an act of neighborly hospitality, the Santa Monica Observer welcomes Sleep Consultant Kent Siria to their beach-side community and follows his journey from Kentucky coal miner to Sit ‘n Sleep employee. STORY LINK

The Bed Bugs Are Biting – Santa Clarita Valley Signal – 12/02/2010

SC Valley SignalAccording to the National Pest Management Association, bed bugs are becoming more and more common throughout the United States. Here, Sit ‘n Sleep’s owner, Larry Miller, talks with the Santa Clarita Signal about the recent bed bug epidemic and what people can do to protect themselves and their mattresses. STORY LINK

Protecting Yourself from Bed Bugs – KTLA Morning News 11/24/2010

KTLA NEWSSit ‘n Sleep CEO and Los Angeles’ resident sleep guru, Larry Miller, stopped by the KTLA 5 Morning News to share some tips on how to protect yourself from bed bugs whether you’re on the road or at home.

Wild About Larry: Sit ‘n Sleep CEO Marks 30 Years as a Leader in Field – Pasadena Star News – 11/23/2010

Pasadena Star News In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Sit ‘n Sleep, CEO Larry Miller talks about Sit ‘n Sleep’s growth from a single store in Culver City to 23 stores across So Cal. Plus, Larry discusses how the company has evolved from being a low-price leader to leading advocate for sleep health.STORY LINK

Setting a Sleep Schedule – Antelope Valley Press – 10/04/2010

SM MirrorIs every morning a struggle to get your kids out of bed? According to a recent sleep study conducted by Harris Interactive in conjunction with Sit ‘n Sleep, establishing a consistent sleep schedule may be the answer to your family’s morning malaise.

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Mattress Chain’s 1st Outlet Store in O.C. – O.C. Register – 11/20/2010

OC Register Sit ‘n Sleep’s Larry Miller sat down for some Insider Q & A with The O.C. Register’s real estate guru, Jonathan Lanser. Here, Larry discusses the current economy, Sit ‘n Sleep’s new outlet center in Anaheim and the resurgence of bed bugs in Southern California.STORY LINK

Lack of Sleep Limits Productivity, Focus – Santa Monica Mirror – 11/04/2010

SM MirrorA recent consumer sleep study conducted by Harris Interactive, in conjunction with Sit ‘n Sleep demonstrated the clear link between sleep and productivity, for both children and parents. Here, the Santa Monica Mirror lists some tips to help your family maximize its productivity. STORY LINK

Sit ‘n Sleep Opens Big Anaheim Store – Orange County Business Journal – 10/31/2010

OC Business Journal The Orange County Business Journal announced the opening of our new, king-sized outlet center in Anaheim. Our 23rd superstore is a whopping 15,800-square-feet of fantastic deals on mattresses, bedding and more! STORY LINK

File-O-Green Facts – GenLux Magazine – Fall 2010

GenLuxLooking to go green in your bedroom? GenLux recommends the luxurious, eco-friendly, Kluft Quintessa II. Experience this one-of-a-kind mattress at your local Sit ‘n Sleep superstore. STORY LINK

Sit ‘n Sleep’s Shtick Switch Swings Sales – Off-Ramp 89.3 KPCC – 08/21/2010

KPCCBusiness writer Mark Lacter talks with Off-Ramp’s John Rabe about Sit’n’Sleep’s recent changes in ad strategy. STORY LINK


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Allergies lurk indoors, too – Santa Clarita Valley Signal – 08/20/2010

Larry Miller LA MagazineDr. Meth talks about preventing indoor allergens and how Sit ‘n Sleep can help rid your home of dust mites. STORY LINK

Keep Indoor Allergens Out – For a Good Night’s Sleep – L.A. Parent – 08/10/2010

Larry Miller LA MagazineA popular So Cal parenting blog shares some of Sit ‘n Sleep’s tips for creating an allergen-free environment for you and your children. STORY LINK

California King – Los Angeles Magazine – 07/01/2010

Larry Miller LA MagazineAn in-depth profile on how Larry Miller rescued his iconic retail chain during the recent recession. Plus, the inside scoop on his famous radio ads. STORY LINK

KTLA Morning News Visits
Sit ‘n Sleep 4/28/2010


KTLA NEWSRecently, the KTLA 5 Morning News stopped by Sit ‘n Sleep Culver City to check out the store’s Body Diagnostic Machine. This machine allows sleepers to find out which type of mattress best suits their individual body type. SEE MORE FOOTAGE OF KTLA’S VISIT

Survey Reveals Some Beds Make People Sick – Valley News 4/30/2010

Allergy StoryA new poll reveals that Americans understand how a comfortable mattress can positively affect their overall health. Given this year’s especially difficult allergy season, this message is even more important than ever. STORY LINK

Sit ‘n Sleep Reports Consumers Looking For Reprieve From Allergies Should Start at Home – Medical News Today 4/21/2010

Allergy StoryTips and advice on how to avoid the worst of allergy season. Hint: keep dust mites out of your bedroom! STORY LINK

Larry Miller Profile – Los Angeles Business Journal – 3/29/2010

Larry Miller LA Business Journal ProfileCurious about the man behind the mattresses? Check out this thoughtful profile of Larry in the LA Business Journal. STORY LINK

Better Sleep May Be In Your Mattress – Desert Sun – 4/1/2010

Desert Sun Story StoryThe Desert Sun spoke about the relationship between a better mattress and better sleep with Dr. Peter Fotinakes, a sleep health consultant to Sit ‘n Sleep. STORY LINK

Putting Sleep Issues to Rest – The Signal – 3/4/2010

Santa Clarita Signal StoryRecently, The Signal’s Perry Smith paid a visit to our Santa Clarita store. He came away with a story offering readers advice on maintaining their nocturnal health. STORY LINK

A Good’s Night Rest – Antelope Valley Press – 2/1/2010

Antelope Valley Press StoryLearn more about a recent consumer sleep study that Sit ‘n Sleep commissioned via Harris Interactive. LINK: Page 1 (PDF) ... LINK: Page 2 (PDF)

Video: Sleep, Health & Your Mattress – KMIR – Feb. 2010

Local NBC affiliate KMIR visits the Rancho Mirage Sit ‘n Sleep store to highlight the connection between your mattress, better sleep, and overall better health.

Video: Proving “Replace Every 8” – KROQ – 2009

Larry and Kevin (from the Kevin & Bean Show) and Alex the producer carve up and weigh Alex’s 13 year old mattress to prove that your mattress does in fact double in weight after 8 or more years. Dead skin cells, dust mites, and oils, are all contributing factors in the weight gain. Moral of the story? If it’s after 8, it’s time to replace!

Video: Los Angeles Mattress Surprise – KTLA – 2009

As seen on KTLA: Larry hit the streets last month to find an L.A. resident in dire need of a mattress replacement. KTLA reporter Gayle Anderson came along for the ride!