**How much does hemp bedding really cost — and is it worth it?
A practical guide for the average Finnish household** Prices for 100% hemp bedding can look surprising at first.When someone sees a cotton set for €49 and a hemp set for €280–350, the natural question is:why such a difference, and does it actually make sense to invest in it? Let’s look at this calmly, with real […]
Makuu Eco Solutions Oy at Yrityskummit 2025 Conference
On August 20–21, Makuu Eco Solutions Oy (makuu™) joined the Yrityskummit 2025 Conference in Lappeenranta, focusing on growth opportunities for micro and SME companies. One of the founders Sofia Zakharova was invited to a panel titled “Is international expertise a company’s trump card?”. She shared our story: both makuu™ founders have international roots but found […]
makuu™:
tested by the ocean
Today’s market is flooded with buzzwords: eco, mindful, sustainable. We chose a different path — starting not with marketing, but with the product. makuu™ was born from a real need: to create bedding that withstands high humidity, shifting temperatures, and a lack of household conditions — and still remains beautiful and pleasant to sleep in. […]
makuu™ + KasvuOpen: What we learned by asking ourselves uncomfortable questions about the future
We applied to the KasvuOpen program — Finland’s largest growth coaching program for companies — to challenge ourselves with tough questions: Why this product? Why would anyone choose us? What makes us different? Why would we survive when others don’t? We’re still preparing for the official sparring round, but the first connections and feedback have […]
Season’s calling: Make your Bed the Best Part of your Summer Escape
As the ice melts off the lakes and the first warm breeze brushes across the coast, something inside us stirs. The season of movement is returning. It’s almost time to launch the boat, pack the van, or unlock the cottage door.Yachting, vanlife, mökkeily (summerhousing) — whatever your summer looks like, it’s shaped by one simple […]
Where to receive post packages when traveling by boat or camper?
Traveling by boat or camper is an adventure filled with freedom and exploration, but it can pose a unique challenge: where do you receive packages when you don’t have a fixed address? The good news is, there are plenty of creative solutions to ensure your mail and online shopping reach you no matter where your […]
Makuu™ Values
Makuu™ Values: Sustainability, Innovation, Community, Transparency, and Quality At Makuu™, we hold five core values at the heart of everything we do. These values guide our decisions, actions, and aspirations, shaping the way we operate as a company and interact with our community. 1. Sustainability: Sustainability is not just a buzzword for us; it’s a […]