If you’re going to shop online anyway, you might as well shop at a site run by a Montreal company and keep the money right here in town. Altitude Sports was a retail store on St Denis and then re-imagined itself as an online company selling the same high end outdoor brands it was known for.

TheLastHunt.com is one of Canada’s largest discount website for outerwear for the whole family. There are about 60 well known, well made brands on offer, all at alluring prices.  So everything from ski jackets to waterproof breathable shells, bathing suits, merino shirts, cycling jackets, head and neckwear, mid-layers, hiking boots, shorts to 15 kinds of footwear is posted

Whatever outdoor endeavor captivates you like cycling, running, camping, water sports, climbing, yoga, back country skiing or training, this is a site to head to.

I ordered just 2 pairs of DarnTough socks and they were at my door the next day. they might seem a bit pricey (made from Merino wool) but have a lifetime guarantee; So once you invest, you never have to spend money on socks again. And they are sooo cushy.

www.thelasthunt.com

In 2014 Casper  which had branded its name for its “outrageously” comfy mattresses, was introduced in Canada  I’m not sure how people buy mattresses online, as to me, it’s one of those purchases where I must lay down (for a good 20 minutes) and make sure it’s the right “fit” for me.

I have in the past (and have heard from other people too) bought a mattress that was way too hard. I chose a “hospital grade” mattress supposed to be good for your back and last a really long time. I made sure it was a company that gave you a trial period so I could return it – and I did. Others just have had to spend more money to put all kinds of fluffy tops on them to try to correct the mistake.

So back to Casper. They have opened up Le Chalet Casper where they give you the opportunity to try out their products (pillows, bedding, bed frames) in person. They’ve showcased them cutely in little “chalet-like” houses.

Nicole Tapscott, Senior Director and General Manager of Casper Canada says, “Le Chalet Casper is designed as an oasis for people to relax as they would in a summer chalet to escape the city heat and bustle. We encourage visitors to touch, feel and experience our sleep products in an environment that will leave them with the feeling of a life well slept.” I agree that you have to experience a mattress before buying one.

You can buy at the shop or have your purchases delivered.

Location: 4367 St-Denis
corner: Marie-Anne
Hours: Wed-Fri 10-8, Sat 10-7, Sun 11-6
Dates: closes July 22

Cameo opened up here in Montreal in 1960 as a sofa and sofa-bed manufacturer. The family-owned business gained success and notoriety through their superior quality sofa-beds. Now with a new family at its helm, Cameo Collection is a one-stop furniture showroom featuring trendy and innovative pieces and accessories. Today, you can plan your whole layout with sofas, sectionals, chairs, kitchen benches, headboards, bunk beds or wall beds, and then select finishing touches such as tables, lamps, artwork and vases.

Cameo is special in this city because you (or with the guidance of an in-house interior designer) can design your own pieces without restrictions. You can modify both depth and height to fit your body type along with your preferred cushion comfort level – from hard to soft. Clients can choose between regular foam, foam wrapped with dacron for more comfort, velva foam or feathers and down. The sofa backs are well stuffed, using either poly fiber fill or feathers and down or, for a sleek look, a foam back.

Next up, enter their fabric and leather gallery where they offer over 5,000 choices of high quality fabrics (Robert Allen, Kravit, JF, Duralee, Avant Garde, Schumacher). Select your stitching (French stitching or piping) and lastly, you can pick the colour and type of foot – wood or metal.

The advantages of ordering from a local family business are timing, pricing and local employment. Whether it is a custom or standard piece, it can be delivered in 3-4 weeks. Besides the pride you feel keeping jobs here in our city, you get the huge added benefit of only having to pay manufacturer rates and not retail prices.

Their furniture manufacturing quality includes:

– complete kiln dried solid hardwood frame: birch or maple
– assembled with countersink screws and glue for added durability (not staples)
– collapse resistant quality polyurethane foam cushioning and padding
– a tight heavy-gauge spring support system
– commercial quality 299 coil 4 1/2″ high mattress or an upgradable 299 coil with a 1” memory foam top for an even firmer sleep
– zippered cushions, seats and backs for easy care and maintenance
– well stuffed backs
– fitted arm caps
– custom tailoring and stitching

Cameo sofas are  creatively built with removable backs to fit through any doorway. Deliveries are made by knowledgeable and reputable staff who can remove and re-install the backs on site and position the new piece in your room.

Sofa-beds come in singles, jr. doubles, doubles or queen size beds. You can also order kangaroo beds (with under mattress storage), European chair-beds, wall-beds with soft self-opening movement and upholstered headboards. Loved the couch which popped up into sturdy bunk beds.

They do offer re-upholstering for older Cameo couches you may have. Custom-made sofa-bed sheets and mattress covers are also available. Ask about their Crypton treatment for fabrics which repels all stains.

Cameo just keeps improving by integrating high quality materials and craftsmanship coupled with individualized customer service.

Location: 7955 Transcanadienne, Ville St-Laurent
corner: Cote Vertu
Tel: 514-337-2933
Hours: Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 10-5, Sun 11-5
www.cameo-sofa.com

Cameo opened up here in Montreal in 1960 as a sofa and sofa-bed manufacturer. The family-owned business gained success and notoriety through their superior quality sofa-beds. Now with a new family at its helm, Cameo Collection is a one-stop furniture showroom featuring trendy and innovative pieces and accessories. Today, you can plan your whole layout with sofas, sectionals, chairs, kitchen benches, headboards, bunk beds or wall beds, and then select finishing touches such as tables, lamps, artwork and vases.

Cameo is special in this city because you (or with the guidance of an in-house interior designer) can design your own pieces without restrictions. You can modify both depth and height to fit your body type along with your preferred cushion comfort level – from hard to soft. Clients can choose between regular foam, foam wrapped with dacron for more comfort, velva foam or feathers and down. The sofa backs are well stuffed, using either poly fiber fill or feathers and down or, for a sleek look, a foam back.

Next up, enter their fabric and leather gallery where they offer over 5,000 choices of high quality fabrics (Robert Allen, Kravit, JF, Duralee, Avant Garde, Schumacher). Select your stitching (French stitching or piping) and lastly, you can pick the colour and type of foot – wood or metal.

The advantages of ordering from a local family business are timing, pricing and local employment. Whether it is a custom or standard piece, it can be delivered in 3-4 weeks. Besides the pride you feel keeping jobs here in our city, you get the huge added benefit of only having to pay manufacturer rates and not retail prices.

Their furniture manufacturing quality includes:

– complete kiln dried solid hardwood frame: birch or maple
– assembled with countersink screws and glue for added durability (not staples)
– collapse resistant quality polyurethane foam cushioning and padding
– a tight heavy-gauge spring support system
– commercial quality 299 coil 4 1/2″ high mattress or an upgradable 299 coil with a 1” memory foam top for an even firmer sleep
– zippered cushions, seats and backs for easy care and maintenance
– well stuffed backs
– fitted arm caps
– custom tailoring and stitching

Cameo sofas are  creatively built with removable backs to fit through any doorway. Deliveries are made by knowledgeable and reputable staff who can remove and re-install the backs on site and position the new piece in your room.

Sofa-beds come in singles, jr. doubles, doubles or queen size beds. You can also order kangaroo beds (with under mattress storage), European chair-beds, wall-beds with soft self-opening movement and upholstered headboards. Loved the couch which popped up into sturdy bunk beds.

They do offer re-upholstering for older Cameo couches you may have. Custom-made sofa-bed sheets and mattress covers are also available. Ask about their Crypton treatment for fabrics which repels all stains.

Cameo just keeps improving by integrating high quality materials and craftsmanship coupled with individualized customer service.

Location: 7955 Transcanadienne, Ville St-Laurent
corner: Cote Vertu
Tel: 514-337-2933
Hours: Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 10-5, Sun 11-5
www.cameo-sofa.com

You probably think of Cameo for sofa beds, and you’d be correct however they have gone way beyond that now. Two very interesting concepts are their Kangaroo bed in which the bed is hinged and there is storage in the base and the Ottomon bed which has a bed hiding inside an ottoman.  Or how about their  pop-up bunk beds which functions as a couch and then voila, inside, a bunk bed duo pops up when you need it. These are great space saving ideas for condos, your den, kids rooms or guest rooms and are hugely popular.

If it’s sofa beds you want, then come to this family-owned manufacturer and buy direct for every kind, style and price of sofa (and chair) bed you can imagine. Moved to a new showroom right next door, the high-quality couches are known for their fine workmanship and can be made into singles, jr. doubles, doubles or queen size beds. You choose your own fabric to match your decor and budget, and they will turn it into a well-made piece of furniture as well as a comfortable bed with an extra firm inner spring or a memory foam mattress (an upgrade). The mattresses can even be pulled up into a TV headrest.

You can also order made-to-measure couches, sectionals, chairs and upholstered beds. Beds can be made to fit in any doorway, since they can come apart if needed. It only takes 4-6 weeks from the time you order it to the time you can enjoy sitting on it at home.

Their quality includes:
– complete hardwood frame, birch or maple
– assembled without staples
– collapse resistant, quality foam cushioning and padding
– a tight heavy 8-gauge spring support system with 277 coils
– zippered cushions
– well stuffed backs
– fitted arm caps
– custom tailoring

Sofa-bed size cotton sheets are available here too. You can always find a sofa-bed on promotion for only $1,400 with the same time-honored Cameo quality mechanism and mattress.

It’s nice to be able to buy something made right here in Montreal and owned by a local family. They now offer financing.

Location: 7955 Transcanadienne, Ville St-Laurent
corner: Cote Vertu
Tel: 514-337-2933
Hours: Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 10-5, Sun 11-5
www.cameo-sofa.com
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Great timing for those of you who are thinking of buying a sofa this season. Cameo the go-to spot for sofas, sofa beds and chairs is having a tent sale for the next 9 days. You can expect 20%-80% off of the sale models.

They are always coming up with innovative and comfortable solutions. Your guests (or yourself) always get a good night sleep on their well structured mattresses. Take a look at their new double decker bunk bed sofa:  cameo-sofa.com/bunk-bed

You choose your own fabric to match your decor and budget, and they will turn it into a well-made piece of furniture as well as a comfortable bed with an extra firm inner spring or a memory foam mattress (an upgrade). The mattresses can even be pulled up into a TV headrest.

You can also order made-to-measure couches, sectionals, chairs and upholstered beds. Beds can be made to fit in any doorway, since they can come apart if needed. It only takes 4-6 weeks from the time you order it to the time you can enjoy sitting on it at home.

Their quality includes: complete hardwood frame, birch or maple, assembled without staples, collapse resistant, quality foam cushioning and padding, a tight heavy 8-gauge spring support system, 277 coils, zippered cushions, well stuffed backs, fitted arm caps and custom tailoring.

They also offer financing. It’s feels so good to be able to buy something made right here in Montreal and owned by a local family. A super place!

Location: 7955 Transcanada Hwy, Ville St Laurent H4S 1L3
corner: rue Pomba
Tel: 514-337-2933
Dates: Sept 23 – Oct 2
Hours: Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 10-5, Sun Closed
http://www.cameo-sofa.com/

Anyone pressed for space or needing a quick bed for a guest will be thrilled to know that you can now turn your ottoman into an extra bed. Cameo, the go-to place for quality custom sofa beds, chairs or regular sofas is always coming up with innovative and comfortable solutions. Your guests (or yourself) always get a good night sleep on their well structured mattresses.

You choose your own fabric to match your decor and budget, and they will turn it into a well-made piece of furniture as well as a comfortable bed with an extra firm inner spring or a memory foam mattress (an upgrade). The mattresses can even be pulled up into a TV headrest.

You can also order made-to-measure couches, sectionals, chairs and upholstered beds. Beds can be made to fit in any doorway, since they can come apart if needed. It only takes 4-6 weeks from the time you order it to the time you can enjoy sitting on it at home.

Their quality includes: complete hardwood frame, birch or maple, assembled without staples, collapse resistant, quality foam cushioning and padding, a tight heavy 8-gauge spring support system, 277 coils, zippered cushions, well stuffed backs, fitted arm caps and custom tailoring.

They also offer financing. It’s feels so good to be able to buy something made right here in Montreal and owned by a local family. A super place!

Location: 7955 Transcanada Hwy, Ville St Laurent H4S 1L3
corner: rue Pomba
Tel: 514-337-2933
Hours: Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 10-5, Sun Closed
http://www.cameo-sofa.com/

Q: I remember ages ago you posted on the shlog about a company that does custom beanbag chairs. Do you still have their contact info? Thanks so much.

A: You just go to Sandra’s Shlog and on the left side there is a box which says search. I put in beanbag and this is what I got. Thanks for reading the shlog. Hope you’ve saved lots of $$$

Beanbags Are The Way To Relax For Outdoor Living

Beanbags are a versatile decorative item which can bring some fun into a room or the outdoors. You can buy them for you, for your kids’ rooms, for the back yard, for the summer cottage or for your pet!

Beanbags Montreal is a manufacturer who is making them right here and selling directly to the public. Since this is a warehouse and not a store with high overhead, costs are less, and they pass the savings on to their customers. This allows prices to be quite reasonable, up to 60% less than in retail stores.

The bags are even available for your dogs and cats – there are 5 sizes and 20 colors available.
The beanbags come in 25 different models ready to walk out the door with you, and are very well made. The interior lining is made from cloth, not canvas, which makes it much stronger. For easy cleaning, the covers are removable and machine washable. They are filled with polypropylene pellets. You can get funky shapes like lips or one which turns into a table.

You can choose from more than 100 fabrics, or bring in your own selection for a custom-made beanbag; it can be constructed in 3 to 6 days. Telephone orders are accepted and delivery is available anywhere in Quebec.

When you buy a beanbag, you’ll discover many ways to sit or lie down on them to read, watch TV, or relax. Why not throw one into your office for some down time? Buying here at such a reduced cost allows you to buy a few.

Location: 4609 Iberville St. Suite 10
Corner: Mont-Royal
Telephone: 514-825-3587 or Toll Free:1-888-527-0777
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-5, Sat 10:30-4
www.beanbagmontreal.com
Facebook: http://on.fb.me/14ie4cZ

You probably think of Cameo for sofa beds, and you’d be correct however they have gone way beyond that now. Two very interesting concepts are their Kangaroo bed in which the bed is hinged and there is storage in the base. It’s a great idea for condos and kids rooms and hugely popular. The base is completely upholstered and you can choose the headboard style and fabric. The pop-up bunk beds functions as a couch and then voila, inside, a bunk bed duo pops up when you need it.

If it’s sofa beds you want, then come to this family-owned manufacturer and buy direct for every kind, style and price of sofa (and chair) bed you can imagine. The high-quality couches are known for their fine workmanship and can be made into singles, jr. doubles, doubles or queen size beds. You choose your own fabric to match your decor and budget, and they will turn it into a well-made piece of furniture as well as a comfortable bed with an extra firm inner spring or a memory foam mattress (an upgrade). The mattresses can even be pulled up into a TV headrest.

You can also order made-to-measure couches, sectionals, chairs and upholstered beds. Beds can be made to fit in any doorway, since they can come apart if needed. It only takes 4-6 weeks from the time you order it to the time you can enjoy sitting on it at home.

Their quality includes:
– complete hardwood frame, birch or maple
– assembled without staples
– collapse resistant, quality foam cushioning and padding
– a tight heavy 8-gauge spring support system with 277 coils
– zippered cushions
– well stuffed backs
– fitted arm caps
– custom tailoring

Sofa-bed size cotton sheets are available here too. You can always find a sofa-bed on promotion for only $1,400 with the same time-honored Cameo quality mechanism and mattress.

It’s nice to be able to buy something made right here in Montreal and owned by a local family. They now offer financing.

Location: 7955 Transcanadienne, Ville St-Laurent
corner: Cote Vertu
Tel: 514-337-2933
Hours: Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 10-5, Sun 11-5
www.cameo-sofa.com
FB:  http://on.fb.me/1nb9jcm