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# Electromagnetic Wave-Blocking Beds
The OTQ 'Bisu' Cork Bed Blocks Out Radio Waves for Better Sleep

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-01-24 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cork-bed
References: [homecrux](http://www.homecrux.com/2017/01/23/61016/bisu-by-otq-is-an-all-natural-cork-bed-for-insomniacs.html) & [otqdesign.it](http://www.otqdesign.it/en/bisu.html)

Those who have [sleep disorders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunora) or who are simply looking for a healthier bed alternative will find the QTQ 'Bisu' cork bed to be a great new solution. Unveiled at IMM Cologne 2017, the 'Bisu' bed features an [all-natural design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ultimate-snooze) that helps to block out electromagnetic radiation in the bedroom area. These waves have been purported to cause a number of different issues for people when it comes to dreaming and beyond.

The QTQ 'Bisu' cork bed has an [expansive headboard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-purifying-headboard) and has a heat-absorbing design thanks to the natural cork used in its construction. It also has a more texturized feeling and offers antibacterial properties to help keep the bedroom and the sleeping experience as healthy as possible for those who need it.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.4/10
- Popularity: 90% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: Europe

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Electromagnetic Wave-blocking Furniture:** Opportunity to develop other furniture pieces that block electromagnetic waves for better health.
- **Eco-friendly Bed Designs:** Design beds that use natural and sustainable materials to promote health and wellness.
- **Smart Bedroom Solutions:** Create devices that improve sleep quality through tracking metrics and adjusting the sleeping environment.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Furniture Manufacturing:** Develop new bed frames, headboards, and other furniture pieces to cater to the demand for healthier bedroom alternatives.
- **Sustainable Material Production:** Research and manufacture more environmentally friendly materials that prioritize health and wellness.
- **Sleep Technology:** Innovate new technologies that can improve sleep quality, such as mattress sensors and sleep tracking devices.

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