The
de Courcy family has a long history in both active/equestrian lifestyles and
the carpet business. One thing leads to
another when you pursue what you love, take what you know, and creatively open
your mind to the many possibilities. The
Invigo Collection of mattresses, toppers and pillow products was born on a leap
frog path from Belgium to Columbus, Georgia, from carpet manufacturing to an
entirely new mattress innovation.
Marc and
Barbara de Courcy, both Belgium natives, loved the United States so much that
in 1998 they moved to this country and started both a family and a carpet
business in Columbus, Georgia. They
brought with them their passion for equestrian sport and posing the perennial
question, “why not?”
Their carpet
business utilized a revolutionary technology that at the time was seemingly
miraculous in preventing stains and odors from permeating carpets. This
incredible technology was a game changer in the carpet business. It would become an even bigger innovation in
the mattress business. After 10 years of
successfully developing great products and satisfying carpet customers, the de
Courcy family sold their business and took another leap: carpets to mattresses during another “why not?” moment. The Invigo brand was born.
Marc
de Courcy recalls his intial thoughts about starting a new endeavor in
mattress production, "It isn't easy to get started in any business, much
less one that has so many established brands, but we just didn't see
anything very unique in the mattress world. We felt that if we dedicated
ourselves to the things we believe in: high quality, simplicity and
eco-friendly products we would make it somehow, little by little." One
wonders if this epiphany arrived during a sleepless night in the living
quarters of their horse trailer.
The de
Courcy’s saw a crucial need and opportunity in the mattress business to offer
simple, quality products with new innovations to families with active
lifestyles. The goal was to bring affordable natural, latex mattresses to the
U.S. and in June 2010, the Invigo collection of mattresses and toppers was
created. The de Courcy’s used their expertise and success from the carpet
industry to develop mattresses and toppers, unlike any other. Each material
used in the mattresses, down to the labels, was carefully chosen for highest
quality and certified made in the USA by manufacturers with high environmental
consciousness.
After much
investigation and lengthy consultations with scientists, the de Courcy’s were
able to reformulate the patented odor neutralizing technology for fabrics. This
“why not” moment by a sleepless equestrian created one of the most innovative lines
of mattresses and toppers today: The Invigo Collection. This formulation and approach was never
before used in the mattress industry. The Invigo Fresh technology is a
combination of three unique and powerful advantages: an odor neutralizer, stain protection and an
antimicrobial agent to use. The neutralizer doesn’t masks odors, it controls
and eliminates them. The stain guard
makes it harder for stains to penetrate the fabric, and the antimicrobial agent
prevents growth of bacteria, mold and mildew. This brilliant solution is a non-toxic salt
based formula that is environmentally friendly, and it never needs
reapplication!
Barbara de
Courcy, co-founder of the Invigo Fresh Technology and the Invigo Collection of
mattresses and toppers, exclaims “for the first time ever, a mattress exists
that actuallys helps keep your home fresh and clean, is comfortable, durable,
and reasonably priced. Then there is the
satisfaction of having designed these mattresses and toppers from scratch and
seeing them in my own home is amazing to me!”
The de
Courcy’s were able to provide a break-through in the mattress industry: a product that provides a quality night’s
sleep on a clean, fresh smelling mattress or topper. These durable mattresses
are long lasting and are delivered directly to your door. The Invigo family of products is widely
appreciated by active equestrians, campers, dorm residents, and they are terrific
at home too.
“We knew the odor neutralizer was a definite
benefit and knew that it worked in our home, but we had no idea how great it
was for our horse trailer!” said Barbara.
The de Courcy’s ride together as a family and the children compete at
shows and in combined training events. You
will often see their unique marketing platform “The Relaxation Station” at
southeastern equestrian events. In the center of the equestrian vendor villages
of tack stores, saddle makers, and such, you will discover an Invigo Collection
mattress display. This lovely setting lures curious and tired competitors over
to experience the comfort and freshness of the Invigo Fresh products for
themselves. Another “why not” moment by the de Courcys.
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The Invigo Collection
of mattresses, toppers and pillows originates from an active family that
created the perfect solution for a good night’s rest for fellow active
lifestylers. The Invigo Fresh technology
offers the exclusive ability to help keep homes clean and fresh starting with
your mattress. Additionally, it is one of the few mattresses that are made
entirely in the USA that you can order directly from the manufacturer and have it
arrive at your doorstep in a compact box.
Whether you
are foxhunting, horse showing, or trail riding, those restless nights on a
lumpy, musty mattress in your trailer’s living quarters can now be a thing of
the past, and you’ll still have change in your pocket for those new boots.
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