
As a bedding company, we love sleep - and helping to create that perfect environment so you can get the sleep you crave. We’re peeling back the covers to learn why sleep is such an important part of our lives and how to get the sleep we need.
Our bodies and minds need sleep.
We all know sleep is important but are you aware of how greatly it can affect your health? Lack of sleep is associated with injuries, chronic diseases, mental illnesses, and lowered work productivity. Sleep problems are major contributors to some chronic conditions, including obesity and depression but are rarely addressed. Sleep recharges our bodies so that we can fight off disease and refreshes our minds so that we are alert and functioning well during the day.
Though the science of “why” is not completely understood, the effects of lack of sleep are easily observed, and the systems that control sleep have been well documented.
Circadian rhythm, our internal body clock, regulates sleep cycles and our range of feelings from alert to sleepy. The cycle is influenced by levels of certain brain chemicals (i.e. adenosine) and light. As natural light ebbs, melatonin is released, inducing drowsiness, and as the sun rises, cortisol is released providing energy and wakefulness.
As we sleep our bodies go through several stages of REM (Rapid Eye Movement) and non-REM sleep, and cycles repeat throughout the night. During those stages our hearts and breathing rates, eye movements, and brainwaves all slow; muscles relax; dreams and memory consolidation occur; and our bodies release chemicals needed for physical and mental recovery.
How much sleep do we need?
Sleep needs change with age, ranging from up to 16 hours per day for infants to a minimum of seven hours each night for adults.
Lack of sleep, or poor quality sleep, can result in increased risk of obesity, type-2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. Sleep is closely linked to mental and emotional health both as a symptom and a cause of various disorders such as anxiety and depression. Drowsiness, attention lapses, cognitive impairments, and delayed reactions can all be caused by poor sleep, and have been shown to result in increased risk of workplace injuries and automobile accidents.
How can we get the sleep we need?
Generally, consistent sleep schedules, cool and dark bedrooms, removal of computer screens and electronic devices from your sleeping area, and refraining from caffeine, alcohol, and large meals close to bedtime promote the best sleep. In addition, exercise during the day rather than near bedtime and eliminating tobacco use can improve sleep for some. Keeping a sleep diary - or using one of the numerous sleep-tracking technologies is a great way to understand how your activities and behaviors impact your sleep.
If you find you are not getting enough sleep, there are many products available to help and many DIY options. Take a look at your sleep zone and consider these elements:
Take this week to mindfully prioritize your sleep. A lack of sleep affects all aspects of our lives and while getting enough zzz's can prove difficult, your body and mind will thank you!
We reinvented the fitted sheet with a two-piece design that is quick to change, easy to fold, and won't pop off. Each Fitted Sheet includes a base and a zip sheet. Extra interchangeable 'add-on' zip sheets are available separately in a variety of colors & fabrics.
Each Fitted Sheet includes two parts: 1x Fitted Sheet Base + 1x Fitted Zip Sheet (split sizes include 2x)
Discover the easiest, most comfortable fitted sheet you’ll ever own. The QuickZip Fitted Sheet zips on and off in seconds, ending the struggle of lifting heavy mattresses or wrestling with stubborn corners. Goes on ONCE like a standard fitted sheet, and then changing sheets is refreshingly simple—just zip off the top and zip on a fresh one.
Our secure base features extra-wide elastic underneath for a snug, stay-put fit that won’t pop off, even on adjustable beds. It’s thoughtfully engineered for every kind of sleeper and every kind of bed, ensuring a smooth, tailored look and feel that lasts.
Available in both common and hard-to-find sizes, QuickZip comes in a variety of premium fabrics and colors to suit your style—whether you prefer crisp percale, luxe sateen, breezy ComfortCore or cozy flannel. And when it’s time to switch things up, simply zip on a new Zip Sheet - all colors and fabric are interchangeable within the size (sold separately). One base, endless comfort and possibilities—because great sleep starts with smarter design.
We ship orders with care each business day from our headquarters in Denver, Colorado. Our team is here for you. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions about shipping services.
US Shipments
We offer free standard (4-8 day) shipping on all US orders over $149. No promotion code required. US orders under $149 are eligible for flat-rate shipping of $12.00. Shipping is generally via USPS, FedEx or UPS. Delays by the shipping carrier are beyond our control.
Expedited US shipping options are available. Expedited orders must be placed before 10 am (US Mountain Time) on business days to ship same-day.
Processing times: We generally ship orders within 48 hours Mon-Fri; high volumes during holidays, etc may extend processing time.
Orders Outside of the US
International shipping is available, and orders ship within 72 business hours. We ship with DHL, and rates are shown in the order/checkout process. Certain products, including mattress pads, blankets, and comforters, cannot be shipped internationally, as noted in the product listing.
International Duties & Taxes
If applicable in your locale, our system will calculate and collect any applicable import duties & taxes when you checkout. This allows your QuickZip order to arrive quickly with no additional payment due to your authority.
60 Days - Free Returns (all US orders). Try out your new bedding, risk free! Sleep on it, change it, wash it, fold it, lounge in it; and, if you aren’t 100% happy with your purchase, return it within 60 days for a full refund (any original shipping, gift wrap or duties excluded).
International customers are responsible for return shipping cost. Please contact us at info@quickzip.com instructions.
All QZ products are designed and crafted to make your life easier and more comfortable. That starts with easy care fabrics and low maintenance laundry days. All of our bedding is fully washable; cottons and our new hybrid fibers are meant to live and breathe with you. The premium YKK Vislon zippers are designed (and well tested!) to last wash after wash, and with a smooth finish, wash them worry-free with all your bedding loads.
Keep your QuickZip bedding looking and feeling their best with these general tips: