In the late 1980’s the present owner, Jan Ryde took over the reigns at Hästens and thus became the fifth generation to run the privately owned family company. Since then sales of these chequered first quality beds have risen by more than 30,000 percent. Jan Rydes aim is that Hästens should provide as much benefit for the user as possible. A good night’s sleep gives a better day and in the long-run a better life.