Imagine investing $660,000 (Rs 5 crore) in a bed – an amount that could easily buy you a luxurious house. While it may sound unbelievable, there is indeed a market for such extravagance. Swedish bed-seller Hestens has unveiled its latest creation: handcrafted beds that it dubs ‘sleep instruments.’ Notably, celebrities like Beyonce, Brad Pitt, Drake, Tom Cruise, and Angelina Jolie are rumored to own these opulent beds.
Crafted from Horse Hair with a 25-Year Guarantee
These beds, featuring various patterns in a unique checkered design, come with a hefty price tag starting at $25,000 (Rs 2 crores). What sets them apart is the use of real horsetail hair. Designed by Hestens, a company established in 1852 in Köping, Västmanland County, Sweden, these beds also come with an impressive 25-year warranty.
Test Before You Invest
Considering the substantial investment, Hestens offers potential buyers the opportunity to try out the bed before making the big purchase. The company believes that testing the bed where you’ll spend a significant portion of your life is crucial. How long does this process take?
Experience the ‘Sleep Spa’
Hestens takes the bed-buying experience up a notch with its remarkable ‘Sleep Spa’ feature. Partner stores scattered across America offer customers the chance to experience ‘Taste Sleep,’ a truly comfortable encounter. Visitors are welcomed into a ‘dark, lavender-scented showroom,’ where they are encouraged to ‘say hello to the bed’ before trying it out. A store representative guides customers through how their body should feel on the mattress during this one-hour experience.
Maintenance Matters
Once you’ve made the purchase, special maintenance is essential to keep your bed in prime condition. Regular turning and rotating, up to 180 degrees, is required over time to ensure the sleep surface conforms to your body and preferred sleeping position.
Sleep Like Royalty at a Price
For those seeking the ultimate in luxury, The Langham hotel in London offers The Infinity Suite, furnished with Hestens’ 2000T bed. This bed is constructed from ’37 layers and over 200 kilograms (440 pounds) of carefully selected materials.’ Guests can choose from three different Hestens beds for their night of opulence, with the suite carrying a price tag of $10,000 (Rs 8 lakh) per night.
