At 21 years old, Youval Meicler arrived in the United States from Israel, making Houston his home. He quickly started working in the mattress and furniture industries and soon went into business for himself. Today, he is celebrating 45 years of running Texas Mattress Makers and Living Designs Furniture, creating quality and affordable furniture so Houstonians can live and sleep better. Watch his candid interview with Houston Life to learn more about how his business has grown into 9 locations around the Houston area -- and what keeps customers coming back.

Youval Meicler, owner of Texas Mattress Makers, has been making mattresses in Houston for more than 40 years. Now, after opening his brand new retail location in Meyerland (their ninth in the Houston area), he explains how they are more committed than ever to our community. Right now, for every mattress you buy, they'll donate a full mattress set to a child in need. Watch the full interview for more details.

If you find yourself kicking off the covers at night, you're sleeping too hot. If you toss and turn all night, you're not comfortable on your mattress. But what if you toss and turn and you wake up uncovered? That's when it's time to visit the experts at Texas Mattress Makers.

If you've had your eye on one of those trendy white sofas but you're worried you won't be able to keep it clean, you've got to see some of the performance fabrics from Houston-based Living Designs Furniture. It's a family-owned and operated company and the furniture is made to order using locally-sourced, high-quality materials.

For one local business, family runs deep. In fact, it's the heart and soul of their business.

Every year the Houston Chronicle hosts its “Best of the Best” competition - where Houstonians get to vote on their favorite businesses. And we weren't surprised to hear the news that this year, our friends at Texas Mattress Makers once again took the top spot in their category.

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Memorial Day is just a few weeks away and while many businesses make it a big shopping weekend, there's one local business owner keeping his doors closed.

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He believes good business is all about supporting the community you serve.

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Two local businesses have been part of the Houston community for more than four decades.

Getting a great night’s sleep just got easier. Houston-based Texas Mattress Makers has just opened a sixth location to help make buying a new mattress even easier.

One of the best gifts you can give yourself and your loved ones this holiday season -- is the gift of a better night’s sleep.

If you can’t remember the last time you had a quality night’s sleep, it’s time to regroup.

Don't let the Texas heat prevent you from comfortable sleep. If you’re losing sleep over night sweats, it may have to do with the heat your mattress retains.

If you think it might be time to replace that old mattress, the experts at Texas Mattress Makers can build you a quality mattress that will cost you less.

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. The eighth $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Jaivyance Gillard from Santa Fe High School in Santa Fe ISD. See photos of Jaivyance and other 2021 winners below:Ad

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. The seventh $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Stephanie Osazuwa from Alief Taylor High School in Alief ISD. See photos of Stephanie and other 2021 winners below:Ad

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. The sixth $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Grant Ebel from Magnolia West High School in Magnolia ISD. Ebel has been accepted to the University of Texas, where he will be pursuing a degree in biology with hopes of becoming a physician in the future.

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. The fifth $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Jordan McAlister from Klein Cain High School in Klein ISD. She has been able to maintain a 5.63 GPA and is ranked fifth in her class out of 848 students.

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. The fourth $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Jonathan Hoang Nguyen from Clear Springs High School in Clear Creek ISD. Nguyen has been accepted to the University of Houston, where he will be pursuing a degree in biology with hopes of becoming an ophthalmologist in the future.

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. The third $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Alexa Piedra from the Energized for STEM academy in Houston ISD. Piedra has been accepted to the University of Texas-Austin, where she will be pursuing a degree in philosophy.

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KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. The second $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Marissa Hanson from Caney Creek High School. Hanson has been accepted to Texas A&M, where she will be pursuing a degree in finance.

KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. This academic year was particularly challenging because of the pandemic, but these students still rose above and beyond in school. On Monday, the first $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Stephanie Gonzalez from Aldine High School. Gonzalez has been accepted to Texas A&M, where she will be pursuing a degree in agriculture and life science.

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HOUSTON – In 2020, KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers surprised 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships were nominated by their high schools. Twenty $2,500 scholarships were awarded to students from all areas in the Houston greater area. Each student was surprised by our anchors and reporters on campus or via Zoom. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below

Published: May 29, 2020, 10:00 amHOUSTON – KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. On Friday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Sherrod Session from Taylor High School. KPRC 2′s Britta Merwin surprised the senior at his school. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below

KPRC Senior Scholarship:Published: May 29, 2020, 6:26 amKPRC2 teams up with Texas Mattress Makers to give away the 20th scholarship for students heading to college.

Published: May 25, 2020, 8:18 amHOUSTON – KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. On Monday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Ana Queen from Pearland High School. KPRC 2′s Owen Confletti surprised the senior in a Zoom call. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below

Congratulations, Anna Queen! Published: May 25, 2020, 7:57 amKPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.

Published: May 22, 2020, 6:20 amHOUSTON – KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. On Friday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Lauren Butler from Hempstead High School. KPRC 2′s Sofia Ojeda surprised the senior at her school. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below

KPRC Senior Scholarship: Lauren ButlerPublished: May 22, 2020, 6:18 amKPRC2 teams up with Texas Mattress Makers to give away the 17th scholarship for students heading to college.

The advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. HOUSTON – This weekend many businesses will be promoting Memorial Day sales. It’s one of the largest sale days in the country for buying mattresses, but here locally, Texas Mattress Makers will be closed. And they’re hoping you will join them in reflecting on what really matters on Memorial Day, remembering our fallen American heroes.

KPRC Senior Scholarship: Samra VaidPublished: May 20, 2020, 6:18 amKPRC2 teams up with Texas Mattress Makers to give away the 16th scholarship for students heading to college.

Published: May 18, 2020, 10:12 amHOUSTON – KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. On Monday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Richard Guzman from Cleveland High School. KPRC 2′s Kris Gutierrez surprised the senior in a zoom call. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below

KPRC Senior Scholarship: Richard GuzmanPublished: May 18, 2020, 6:25 amKPRC2 teams up with Texas Mattress Makers to give away the 15th scholarship for students heading to college.

KPRC Senior Scholarship: Austin WesneskePublished: May 15, 2020, 6:34 amKPRC2 teams up with Texas Mattress Makers to give away the 14th scholarship for students heading to college.

Published: May 13, 2020, 9:59 amHOUSTON – KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. On Wednesday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Aqsa Malik from Jane Long Academy. KPRC 2′s Justin Stapleton surprised the senior during a zoom call. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below

Published: May 11, 2020, 10:00 amHOUSTON – KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. On Monday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Taysia Battee from Wunsche Sr. High School. KPRC 2′s Sofia Ojeda surprised the senior at her school. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below

Published: May 1, 2020, 10:33 amHOUSTON – KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools. On Friday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Cory Acreman from Montgomery High School. KPRC 2′s Sofia Ojeda surprised the senior at his mother’s fabric shop. Check out KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship recipients for 2020 below

KPRC Senior Scholarship:Published: May 1, 2020, 6:21 amKPRC2 teams up with Texas Mattress Makers to give away the latest scholarship for students heading to college.

KPRC Senior Scholarship: Meet Bryan RodriguezPublished: March 11, 2020, 6:19 amKPRC2 teams up with Texas Mattress Makers to give away the sixth scholarship for students heading to college.

KPRC Senior Scholarship: Daniela HernandezPublished: March 4, 2020, 6:21 amKPRC2 teams up with Texas Mattress Makers to give away the fifth scholarship for students heading to college.

KPRC Senior Scholarship: Elizabeth OgoloPublished: February 26, 2020, 6:50 amKPRC2 teams up with Texas Mattress Makers to give away the fourth scholarship for students heading to college.

On Wednesday, a $2,500 Senior Scholarship was awarded to Elizabeth Ogolo from Elsik High School. When I was going through my situations and circumstances, I really had wished there someone there to help me. I thought If I was able to see something happening to someone else, knowing that I wanted that help, I just wanted to offer myself to help somebody else. If you have something going on and you need help, there is always somebody out there willing to help you. Just like I was able to find somebody to help, there is somebody out there that can help you.

KPRC Senior Scholarship: Ryan McDonaldPublished: February 12, 2020, 7:29 amKPRC2 teams up with Texas Mattress Makers to give away the second scholarship for students heading to college.

HOUSTON – Senior Scholarships 2020 has officially kicked off. KPRC 2 and Texas Mattress Makers are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships. On Wednesday, the first Senior Scholarship was awarded to Alyssa Grover from Glenda Dawson High School. KPRC 2′s Christine Noël surprised the senior during her lecture. Alyssa also enjoys practicing piano, violin, and guitar, singing and performing with Ovation Theatre and EncoreChoirAlyssa enjoys volunteering at the Houston Museum of Natural Science and Camp Counselor literary-based summer camp.

KPRC Senior Scholarship: Alyssa GroverPublished: February 5, 2020, 7:51 amKPRC2 teams up with Texas Mattress Makers to give away the first scholarship for students heading to college.