name: Tempur Sealy International Vocabulary description: Domain vocabulary and taxonomy for Tempur Sealy International covering bedding products, materials, brands, sleep science, and retail operations across Tempur-Pedic, Sealy, and Stearns & Foster brands. version: "1.0.0" created: "2026-05-03" modified: "2026-05-03" domains: - name: Brands description: Tempur Sealy International's portfolio of bedding brands terms: - term: Tempur-Pedic definition: Premium memory foam mattress brand founded in 1992, known for TEMPUR material originally developed by NASA. Flagship brand in the Tempur Sealy portfolio offering high-end pressure-relieving sleep products. tags: [Brand, Premium] - term: Sealy definition: America's most recognized mattress brand, founded in 1881. Known for Posturepedic innerspring and hybrid mattress technology. Offers products across multiple price tiers. tags: [Brand, Mainstream] - term: Stearns & Foster definition: Luxury mattress brand emphasizing handcrafted construction with premium materials like cashmere, silk, and precision coil innerspring systems. tags: [Brand, Luxury] - term: Cocoon by Sealy definition: Direct-to-consumer online mattress brand from Sealy, offering compressed and boxed foam and hybrid mattresses with simple configuration options and free delivery. tags: [Brand, Direct-to-Consumer, E-Commerce] - name: Products description: Bedding product types and categories terms: - term: Mattress definition: The primary sleep surface product. Categories include innerspring, memory foam, hybrid, latex, and air mattresses in sizes from Twin to California King. synonyms: [Bed Mattress, Sleep Surface] tags: [Product] - term: TEMPUR Material definition: Proprietary viscoelastic foam material developed from NASA research. The defining material in Tempur-Pedic products, known for conforming to body shape, relieving pressure points, and minimizing motion transfer. synonyms: [Memory Foam, TEMPUR Foam, Viscoelastic Foam] tags: [Material, Tempur-Pedic] - term: Posturepedic Technology definition: Sealy's proprietary reinforced coil support system designed for targeted back support and durability. A defining feature of Sealy Posturepedic mattress collections. tags: [Material, Technology, Sealy] - term: Hybrid Mattress definition: A mattress combining a foam or latex comfort layer with a coil innerspring support core, offering benefits of both foam pressure relief and coil bounce and airflow. tags: [Product Type] - term: Adjustable Base definition: An electrically adjustable bed foundation allowing the head and foot of the mattress to be raised or lowered for personalized sleep positions. Sold under the Tempur-Pedic and Sealy brands. synonyms: [Power Base, Adjustable Bed Frame] tags: [Product, Foundation] - name: Mattress Sizes description: Standard North American mattress size classifications terms: - term: Twin definition: Smallest standard mattress size (38" x 75"). Common for children's beds, bunk beds, and single sleepers. tags: [Size] - term: Queen definition: Most popular mattress size in North America (60" x 80"). Suitable for couples with limited space or single sleepers who prefer more room. tags: [Size] - term: King definition: Largest standard mattress size (76" x 80"). Maximum sleeping surface for couples. tags: [Size] - term: Split King definition: Two Twin XL mattresses placed side-by-side equaling King dimensions. Allows each sleeper to have an individually adjustable base. tags: [Size] - name: Firmness description: Mattress comfort firmness levels terms: - term: Soft definition: Plush comfort level designed for side sleepers and those who prefer deep contouring and pressure relief. tags: [Firmness] - term: Medium definition: Balanced comfort level suitable for a range of sleeping positions. The most popular firmness option. tags: [Firmness] - term: Firm definition: Supportive comfort level with minimal sinkage. Recommended for stomach sleepers and those preferring a more traditional surface. tags: [Firmness] - name: Certifications description: Industry quality and safety certifications for bedding products terms: - term: CertiPUR-US definition: A US foam certification program ensuring foam is made without ozone depletes, prohibited phthalates, PBDE flame retardants, and mercury/lead/heavy metals. Low VOC emissions. Required for most Tempur Sealy foam products. tags: [Certification, Safety] - term: OEKO-TEX Standard 100 definition: International certification ensuring every component of a textile product has been tested for harmful substances. Applied to fabric covers and filling materials. tags: [Certification, Safety] - name: Retail And Commerce description: Retail channel and commerce terminology terms: - term: Authorized Retailer definition: A retail partner authorized by Tempur Sealy International to sell its branded products. Must meet brand standards for display, sales training, and customer service. tags: [Retail] - term: Direct-to-Consumer definition: Sales model where products are sold directly to end customers without retail intermediaries. Used for the Cocoon by Sealy brand and online channels. abbreviation: DTC tags: [Retail, E-Commerce] - term: White Glove Delivery definition: Premium delivery service for mattresses including delivery to the bedroom, setup on a frame or base, and removal of the old mattress. Offered on Tempur-Pedic and Sealy products. tags: [Delivery, Service] - term: Sleep Trial definition: Trial period during which a customer can return a newly purchased mattress for a full refund if unsatisfied. Tempur-Pedic offers a 90-night sleep trial. synonyms: [Home Trial, Risk-Free Trial] tags: [Commerce, Customer Service]