☎️ 908-322-4178
📍 35 South Ave, Fanwood, NJ 07023

OUR STORY &
BUSINESS ROOTS

About the Shovlin Family

Ron Shovlin and Kara Shovlin are a husband and wife duo who own and run the business. Formerly known as “The Mattress Factory,” the business was founded by Brian Strell in 1972. Marlene and Richard Shovlin, Ron’s mother and father, eventually bought the business as their own in 1987.

The Shovlins had been a part of The Mattress Factory long before taking ownership—prior to becoming CEO, Marlene had been running the office. Meanwhile, a teenage Ron worked there part-time while attending high school, starting at age 13. The business was originally based in Garwood, New Jersey, but moved to Fanwood in 2007. Not long after, its name was changed from The Mattress Factory to the eponymous Shovlin Mattress Factory® and Ron became the sole owner of the flagship store. Swing by our store that’s now been operating for over 50 years! You'll likely meet Ron. Standing 6'7" he's hard to miss.

Meet Our Team

Ron

Boss
Since 1994

Kara

Boss' Boss
Since 2008

Amy

Mattress Administrator
Since 2017

Grayson

Future Boss
Since 2020

Colby

Future Boss
Since 2020

James

Vice President of Sales
Since 2019

Dani

Dream Queen
Since 2022

Javier

Factory Manager
Since 2000

Edwin

Mattress Craftsman
Since 2017

David

Mattress Craftsman
Since 1983

Mauricio F.

Mattress Craftsman
Since 2020

Lilia

Mattress Craftsman
Since 2015

Cesar

Mattress Craftsman
Since 2011

Leia

Security
Since 2020

Employee Spotlight: Amy

What’s your role? Mattress Administrator/Office Mom

How many years have you been part of the mattress-making magic? 7 years and counting!

What do you find most rewarding about being part of the Shovlin team? The flexibility in my schedule that provides a great work/life balance. I love being able to drop off and pick up my son from school.

What do you enjoy doing with your free time outside of work? I love trying new restaurants and new vacation spots. I also enjoy running through indoor play places with my 6 year old and watching Scooby Doo with him.

What’s something most people don’t know about you? I was a competitive Irish dancer for over 10 years.

Do you jump on the beds at the store, at home, neither, or both? I wanted to keep that private, as I jump on the beds in the privacy of my home!

Do you have a favorite Shovlin memory? My favorite memory would have to be Matt and Cesar playing football in the showroom, or when Matt donned a mattress costume.

What others say...

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Showroom Hours
Monday – Friday 10am – 6pm
Saturday 10am – 5pm
Sunday 12pm – 5pm
Contact Us
(908) 322-4178
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