MADE IN NORWAY SINCE 1947
Today, Jensen can proudly call itself the leading brand in Europe for beds and mattresses. Our history goes back to 14 February 1947, when a wave of optimism hit Norway in the wake of World War II. This optimism was also descriptive of the Jensen family.
At a time when access to materials was limited, one had to use what was already there. The first Jensen mattresses were in fact made from horsehair and cotton wool. Naturally, much has changed since then, but the most important part lives on – our struggle to achieve the optimal sleep comfort.
We protect our roots and are still producing all our beds in beautiful Svelvik, in Vestfold county. The fact that our beds are “Made in Norway” is a testament to the fact that our products are held to the highest standards of quality.
At the same time, they represent the very best of Scandinavian design. By combining nature-inspired materials and textiles with timeless shapes, we create products with magnificent sleep comfort that look beautiful.
Because of our history, inheritance and acquired knowledge, Jensen possesses a unique ability. That is why we allow ourselves to say that the sleep comfort in a Jensen bed is truly extraordinary.
1947
Jensen was founded; at that time, its name was Jensen & Birkeland. In the beginning, chairs and sofas were its main products.
1952
The first sprung mattress, named Svella, is launched.
The first sprung mattress, named Svella, is launched.
1955
The sofa-bed Siesta is launched.
The sofa-bed Siesta is launched.
1960
The company name is changed from Jensen & Birkeland to Jensen & Co.
The company name is changed from Jensen & Birkeland to Jensen & Co.
1975
Jensen purchases Thors Fabrikker of Trondheim, a company that produces 5,000 mattresses every year.
Jensen purchases Thors Fabrikker of Trondheim, a company that produces 5,000 mattresses every year.
1980
At the beginning of the 1980s the decision was made to focus only on the production of beds.
At the beginning of the 1980s the decision was made to focus only on the production of beds.
1984
The new factory at Sand, just outside Svelvik, begins production with 28 employees. The export of beds to Denmark starts.
The new factory at Sand, just outside Svelvik, begins production with 28 employees. The export of beds to Denmark starts.
1990
Jensen takes a new step developing optimal sleep comfort, starting a close collaboration with physiotherapists.
Jensen takes a new step developing optimal sleep comfort, starting a close collaboration with physiotherapists.
1992
Jensen Vital is launched, the first adjustable bed on the market. A couple of years later it is possible to purchase Jensen beds in Sweden, Finland and Iceland.
Jensen Vital is launched, the first adjustable bed on the market. A couple of years later it is possible to purchase Jensen beds in Sweden, Finland and Iceland.
1998
A revolution in sleep comfort is launched. The Jensen Original Zone System attracts considerable interest, from both consumers and other mattress producers.
A revolution in sleep comfort is launched. The Jensen Original Zone System attracts considerable interest, from both consumers and other mattress producers.
2006
Jensen is awarded a “Super Brand” in Norway.
Jensen is awarded a “Super Brand” in Norway.
2010
Sleep comfort is further improved when the technically advanced Aloy® spring system is launched.
Sleep comfort is further improved when the technically advanced Aloy® spring system is launched.
2014
The innovative Jensen Exact Comfort Adjustment is launched, making it possible to adjust the firmness in the bed depending on your mood.
The innovative Jensen Exact Comfort Adjustment is launched, making it possible to adjust the firmness in the bed depending on your mood.
2018
Today you will find Jensen in more than 20 countries – and it is still pushing the limits when it comes to sleep comfort.
Today you will find Jensen in more than 20 countries – and it is still pushing the limits when it comes to sleep comfort.