10 Things You Don’t Know About Ikea (Malaysia) and Ikea Cheras #1 IKEA is an acronym of Ingvar Kamprad, the founder of IKEA, also one of richest man in the world. “E” and “A” stands for Elmtaryd (the farm where he grew up) and Agunnaryd (his hometown in Smaland, south Sweden). IKEA is a company that sticks to its roots and its vision; which is why almost everything in IKEA is seen with some Swedish influence and tradition. #2 IKEA’s products are named, not numbered because founder Kamprad is dyslexic. #3 Since year 2000, Ikea has lowered its prices by an average 2-3% per annum thanks to increased efficiency. For example, both Ikea Damansara and Ikea Cheras is using a projector to show arrows for direction on the floor. The one off investment is higher, but in the long run, it will still be cheaper than sticking tapes on floor. #4 IKEA’s small space floor plan is typically 22 square meter, 35 square meter and 55 square meter elsewhere, but in IKEA Malaysia stores we can find a small space floor plan with 75 square meter.
This is because IKEA is very good in adapting their products and procedures based on the local cultural and local taste. #5 In IKEA Malaysia’s stores, the red corner means sales corner. Of course, there are some other sales items that are not being placed in the red corner, but the red corner usually means a “bigger” sales. Keep your eyes peeled on the colour red! #6 IKEA is one of the best employers in the world. There is absolutely an expectation at IKEA that, with the flat organization structure, everyone contributes. Everyone is given opportunities to take on a bigger role too. Name, instead of position is printed on the staff’s name card so everyone treats each other like families. Fika culture is also practised in IKEA, a kind of social coffee break where people gather to have a cup of coffee or tea and a few nibbles. #7 Apart from the 25 years kitchen guarantee, IKEA also gives you 100 days to test your mattress. Just return it back to the stores! Plus everything in the show room is testable, feel free to plop your butt down on fabric sofas or to lie down and roll around on a mattress.
#8 IKEA opened its first store in Malaysia at 1 Utama Shopping Mall in 1996 before moving into its Mutiara Damansara store in year 2003. #9 IKEA Damansara is the second most visited store in the world last year, this is why IKEA Cheras is coming to our way this 19th of November! #10 Ikea Cheras is 20% larger than Ikea Damansara, even the restaurant has a seating capacity of 800 pax compared to 500 pax in Ikea Damansara! The Cheras store is also the first to have the Glass house in IKEA Malaysia, where all the artificial and live plants will be displayed. We were so lucky to be amongst the first few Malaysians who get to “raid” the new Cheras store before its grand openings. Together we assembled a RASKOG trolley to be given away to our followers. IKEA products are designed for everyone – with nice design, functionality and low prices in one. I love how we can always shop in IKEA with a peace of mind, knowing that that our shopping experience is going to be so easy and so convenient, except for the long queues sometimes.
Well, things might be different after IKEA Cheras, we will definitely be a regular here because it is closer to our home! For more information, visit IKEA’s Website, Facebook and YouTube. No. 2A, Jalan Cochrane, Taman Maluri, 55100 Kuala Lumpur.Weifong Industries Sdn. Bhd. was incorporated in year 1969 and with almost 46 years of manufacturing experience, we are known as the leading manufacturer of natural latex foam mattresses and bedding products in Malaysia. The company is located at its own property at Lot 60, Batu 11, Jalan Cheras, 43000 Kajang, Selangor and occupies a land of area of 10,000 square metres. The company manufactures its product with the Dunlop technology process and its latest European automatic foaming machine and automated line. All products are proudly manufactured using 100% pure natural, high quality latex from only Malaysia which is renowned for its world class quality. Our products are made in conformance to international specifications and had matched and passed various test standards such as certification from ECO Umweltinstitute, Germany, Institutute Umweltchemie Bremen GmbH, Germany and the world renown Malaysia Rubber Board.
We have also developed our own Fire Retardant natural latex foam, which had been tested and passed by FIRA. With the ever-increasing international exposure of our products, participation in international trade shows worldwide, emphasis on continuous research and development is the key to our continuous growth and success. Before each mattress is given all the finishing touches, it has to be pre-washed through a series of water sprays and squeeze rolls. The removal, by washing of certain residual substances improves the quality and hygiene of the product. Only the highest quality mattresses go through this complicated process. All Getha products pass through this stringent quality control before delivery to your doorstep. Getha latex block is designed with honeycomb-like ventilation holes to ensure proper flow of air while you sleep. This obviously helps your body to breathe easily, this reducing motion disturbance. A good ventilating mattress not only provides you relaxing sleep, but it will also help prevent allergies.
All Getha products are environmentally friendly and biodegradable because CFC is not used in the production process. Due to its open-cell structure, unique only to pure natural latex, Getha products are breathable and resistant to fungus and mildew. High degree of heat dispersion Bodily heat is easily dispersed while sleeping on Getha mattresses. This is because the structure of latex cells is open and interconnected, unlike the conventional foam properties. No other material can match natural latex in giving your body the ideal pressure relief and correct postural alignment. Thanks to latex’s high resilience and elasticity you will have both support and comfort. You can be rest assured that all Getha products are made from 100% natural latex as certified by the European ECO standard test. Even the slightest addition of a substitute in the form of petrochemical component would surface in the ECO test. As each point of the latex surface reacts to weight and pressure independently, you and your partner will experience restful slumber every night.