Get grounded: This high-tech mattress cover is the secret to better sleep

Nypost · Jul 31, 2026 · 572 words · By Carrie Berk

Wellness and Health Consumer Product Promotion

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“Sinking into the sheets” just took on a whole new meaning.

Claims checked 8

Techniques found 3

Topics 2

Coverage spectrum

Coverage gap: Low Left coverage

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What happened

“Sinking into the sheets” just took on a whole new meaning.

Why it matters

What if we told you there was a brand specifically made for grounding you in bed?

Common ground

Down to Ground’s Grounding Mattress Cover literally connects to a grounded outlet underneath your fitted sheet so that you can sleep closer to Earth.

Perspective signals

The tension in the story is sharpened by Loaded Language, Hasty Generalization, Glittering Generalities: language that can make the dispute feel more urgent, personal, or adversarial than the underlying facts alone.

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open_in_new Read the original article: https://nypost.com/2026/07/31/shopping/these-high-tech-grounding-bed-sheets-are-…

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eFinder identified 3 propaganda techniques in this article. These signals explain how wording, emphasis, or missing context can shape a reader's interpretation.

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Loaded Language 80% confidence

Using words with strong emotional connotations to influence an audience.

Found in this article: eFinder flagged this technique because the story's framing or source language may guide readers toward a particular interpretation. Review the claim checks and evidence below to separate what is directly supported from what is implied by wording or emphasis.

Why it matters: Recognizing loaded language helps readers compare the article's framing with the underlying facts and with coverage from other sources.

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Hasty Generalization 80% confidence

Drawing broad conclusions from a small or unrepresentative sample.

Why it matters: Recognizing hasty generalization helps readers compare the article's framing with the underlying facts and with coverage from other sources.

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Glittering Generalities 70% confidence

Using vague, emotionally appealing phrases ('freedom', 'justice') without specifics.

Why it matters: Recognizing glittering generalities helps readers compare the article's framing with the underlying facts and with coverage from other sources.

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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 8 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “The product also contains polyester cloth as a durable base and conductive carbon fibres”

SINGLE SOURCE

Only one specific web search result mentions the combination of polyester cloth as a base and conductive carbon fibers. Other sources mention carbon-infused PU leather but not the polyester base specifically.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — On 13 January 2012, the seven-year-old Costa Cruises vessel Costa Concordia was on the first leg of a cruise around the Mediterranean Sea when the cruise ship deviated from her planned route at Isola …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Costa_Concordia_disaster

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — George Lopez is an American television sitcom that ran on the American Broadcasting Company (ABC) from March 27, 2002, to May 8, 2007, broadcasting a total of 120 episodes over six seasons.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_George_Lopez_episodes

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — This is a list of U.S. Navy ships sunk or damaged in action during World War II. It also lists United States Coast Guard losses.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_U.S._Navy_ships_sunk_o…

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Claim 2: “It comes with a free grounding adapter that feeds underneath your existing bedding and connects to an outlet.”

CORROBORATED

The official site and a review article both mention the grounding adapter/connection to an outlet.

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Claim 3: “Down to Ground’s Grounding Mattress Cover literally connects to a grounded outlet underneath your fitted sheet”

CORROBORATED

Multiple independent web sources, including the official product page and a review article, confirm the mattress cover connects to a grounded outlet.

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Claim 4: “the New York Post has been America’s go-to source for bold news, engaging stories, in-depth reporting... For over 200 years”

DISPUTED

The claim states the New York Post has been in operation for 'over 200 years'. However, the New York Post was founded in 1841. As of the current date, it has been in operation for approximately 183 years, not over 200. The evidence provided consists of self-referential claims from the NYPost itself which are factually incorrect regarding the timeline.

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cross reference SUPPORTS — the New York Post has been America’s go-to source for bold news... For over 200 years
https://nypost.com/2026/05/15/shopping/best-outdoor-bug-zapp…

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cross reference SUPPORTS — the New York Post has been America’s go-to source for bold news... For over 200 years
https://nypost.com/2026/06/09/shopping/shop-this-fun-and-flo…

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cross reference SUPPORTS — the New York Post has been America’s go-to source for bold news... For over 200 years
https://nypost.com/2026/05/08/shopping/last-minute-gift-this…

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Claim 5: “The cover is made out of polyurethane leather”

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The official website, Amazon product listing, and a review article all explicitly state the material is PU (polyurethane) leather.

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Claim 6: “Equipped with a 100k ohm resistor, the cover stays safe from spontaneous lightning strikes or electrical surges.”

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Two independent sources (a review article and a TikTok review) specifically mention the 100k ohm resistor for protection against surges and lightning.

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web search NEUTRAL — The @down_to_ground mattress cover ACTUALLY provides 100% grounding, unlike other grounding sheets that just fall apart within a few washes. Plus it’s totally safe (it has a 100K ohm resistor to prote…
https://www.tiktok.com/discover/down-to-ground-mattress-cove…

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web search NEUTRAL — Discover grounding mattress pads that help reduce stress, pain, and inflammation. Crafted with durable, conductive materials for a comfortable sleep experience.
https://www.amazon.com/grounding-mattress-pad/s?k=grounding+…

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web search NEUTRAL — Down to Ground's Grounding Mattress Cover. New York Post Composite.Equipped with a 100k ohm resistor, the cover stays safe from spontaneous lightning strikes or electrical surges.
https://nypost.com/2026/07/31/shopping/these-high-tech-groun…

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Claim 7: “It’s water-resistant”

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Both Amazon and a review article confirm the product is water-resistant/moisture-resistant.

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Claim 8: “It comes in both a half size and full size”

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Amazon and the official product bundle page both list 'Half Size' and 'Full' (among other sizes) as available options.

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web search NEUTRAL — Down To Ground Grounding Half Size Mattress Cover, Earthing Mat for Bed with Grounding Cord, Conductive Carbon-Infused PU Leather, Grounding Sheet Alternative for Full, Queen, King Beds.
https://www.amazon.com/grounding-mattress-cover/s?k=groundin…

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web search NEUTRAL — Mattress Cover Size Half Size.Sizing information. The Half Size is perfect for those who want to sleep grounded without having to convince their partner, or for those with a single bed.
https://downtoground.co/products/down-to-ground-grounding-ki…

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web search NEUTRAL — Down To Ground's Mattress Cover comes in exactly two sizes (per the product page, June 12, 2026)Does the Down To Ground cover work through a fitted sheet? Per the product page, yes.
https://tryearthbound.com/blogs/ground-with-earthbound/down-…

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