our history: authentic, alive and true
1895: the 20th century had not yet dawned, but Jules-Henri Cail- let, a master saddler in Aubonne, Switzerland, was already pro- ducing mattresses that were renowned throughout the region. An astute entrepreneur, Caillet sought to blend the innate human desire for progress and innovation with the European tradition of high-quality traditional craftsmanship. For Jules-Henri Caillet and every Elite craftsman since, progress has involved finding the perfect mix of craftsmanship and efficiency while remaining committed to quality, the finest natural materials, and a love of beautiful things. Today, as in the past, Elite continues to manufacture the finest beds and mattresses by combining their skills and experience and selecting the highest quality natural raw materials.
The Elite model of mattress-crafting dates back to the 19th cen- tury, but we have also evolved into a 21st-century company. When Jules-Henri Caillet began producing mattresses, the average life expectancy was 44 years. Today many of us will live twice that long, thanks to overall health and hygiene improvements, includ- ing healthier and safer bedding. The advantage of a hundred-year-old company is that, while respecting traditions, each generation has built on the legacy of the one that preceded them, adding research and innovation that primarily benefits the customer. Our constant search for perfec- tion and love for what we do is a formula that has stood the test of time and one we are proud of.
At Elite, tradition, modern techniques and innovation combine to weave a story that is authentic, alive and true.
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