Karl Glassman on flammability testing

In this crucial discussion, Karl Glassman, Chairman and CEO of industry giant Leggett & Platt, reveals the shocking findings of their recent investigation into budget mattresses sold on major online platforms like Amazon. Initiated as a durability study, L&P's research quickly uncovered even more problems than they'd anticipated — widespread failures of basic US flammability standards (16 CFR 1633). Glassman explains that after selecting eight of the most highly-rated mattress models sold on Amazon, 7 out of these 8 failed the certified burn tests. The inability to pass these tests, which is the only legal requirement for mattresses sold in the US, raises much deeper questions about the claims made by these mattresses – whether about their performance, chemical content, construction, or underlying quality of materials. Some of these mattresses became fully engulfed in flames within minutes, creating a life-or-death consumer safety hazard that goes unrecognized by shoppers. Glassman discusses the lack of response from Amazon, and calls on the CPSC to strengthen enforcement of these laws in order to protect the safety of all consumers. ▬▬ ABOUT GOODBED ▬▬ GoodBed isn't just another review website – we're the true expert's guide to sleep products. We understand the difficulty and importance of finding the right mattress, so we provide consumers with the best and most personalized mattress guidance available – backed by real scientific testing. For in-depth expert product reviews, advanced mattress search tools, robust coverage of both online and traditional store options, and much more, visit our website and/or our main YouTube channel. Website: https://www.goodbed.com YouTube (main channel):    / goodbed   ▬▬ GOODBED MATTRESS TESTING ▬▬ Since its inception, GoodBed has been an industry pioneer, delivering honest and transparent information about mattresses that empowers consumers to make smarter purchasing decisions. Founded in 2008 as the internet's premier independent mattress information resource, GoodBed released the first ever online quiz for mattress shoppers in 2013, created its groundbreaking personalized mattress testing framework (Mattress DNA™) in 2017, and was selected by Dow to co-develop the mattress industry's first-ever scientific testing program in 2021. Since then, the collaboration between GoodBed and Dow has enabled mattress performance to be measured and understood more accurately and comprehensively than ever before. More details here: https://www.goodbed.com/mattress-test... ▬▬ ABOUT "GOODBED INSIDER" ▬▬ As an add-on to GoodBed's main product review channel, GoodBed Insider takes you behind the scenes of the sleep products industry to uncover what truly makes for a great bed. If you’re the type who loves to understand the “why” and "how" behind quality, durability, comfort, and performance, be sure to subscribe to this channel. GoodBed Insider will bring you: ✅ Exclusive interviews with mattress makers, retailers, and industry experts ✅ Factory tours revealing how top-quality mattresses are made ✅ Deep dives into mattress components like springs, foam, and textiles ✅ Unfiltered insights on what separates high-quality beds from the rest ▬▬ HOW TO SUBSCRIBE ▬▬ 🔔 Subscribe to GoodBed Insider here on YouTube so you don't miss an episode. 🔗 Follow GoodBed on LinkedIn for more discussion of "GoodBed Insider" content:   / goodbed   𝕏 Follow Mike on X (Twitter): https://x.com/mdmagnuson #LeggettPlatt #KarlGlassman #GoodBedInsider #MattressQuality #SleepBetter #MattressEducation #FoamDensity #MattressDurability #MattressFlammability