Buying new mattress/bed

[K-man]

I'm thinking of replacing my not-so-cushy twin with a nice full-size bed, and I was wondering if you guys have mattress that you really like? I've checked out websites of local store and there are too many choices -- simmons beauty rest, tempur-pedic, sleep number, etc. I'll visit the stores to check out the mattresses in person, but it would be nice if I can narrow down the choices first.

[capella]

I would just go to the store and test out beds until you find one you like. I don't care a lick about the name tag on the bed. I care about the quality of sleep I'm getting on it.

[dear confused]

What ever you do get a good bed. I love my high end foam bed. I was having back and shoulder pain. I replaced my worn out bed and got some pillows that had air bags in them. I love my bed. If it was a person it would be a great lay. :razz:

Its important to get the right firmness. More weight, more firmness.

I have regular foam but the Tempur pedic looks cool. However that foam is not just made by Tempur pedic other companies make memory foam beds. I bought my bed from www.foamite.com. Their website has some information about beds. They are in Toronto. Look for a local or factory direct bed maker to get a better deal.

Just get a good bed. You sleep on it 8 hours a day. Its worth it.

yours truly,

Dear "Bed Fan" Confused

[ghostboy]

I sleep on a rug.

[wordsmith]

The first thing I did when I got my first job was to buy an "adult" bed (I had my twin bed from my teenage years). I bought a queen mattress and box spring and frame on casters from a factory outlet for under $200. It's not a pillow-top or anything (I like firm, for sleeping), and it won't probably hold up over 20 years, but it matched my budget and it's comfortable. Then, a year later, I bought a headboard at an auction for $70, and attached that. You can get a decent bed without breaking the bank if you know where to shop, and go for what's comfortable versus just what the brand name is.

[Kitty]

CRAP..I MUST tell you the type of mattress I bought. IT's amazing and everyone that sits on it agrees. It's a pillow-top...I'm blanking on the brand.

Details coming soon...

[winneythepooh7]

We spent just under a thousand for our Queen size bed. We went to Sleepy's and tested them all out. I recommend if you are going to spend money on furniture, you should spend it in this department. A bed is something you are going to be spending a lot of time on, and you want something comfortable that will hold up a bit. I've always gone cheap in the past (futon, the under $400 bed) and always regretted it.

[wordsmith]

But, inexpensive doesn't have to mean uncomfortable. I'm of the mindset that most things are insanely overpriced...you can always find the deals if you know where to look.

[winneythepooh7]

But, inexpensive doesn't have to mean uncomfortable. I'm of the mindset that most things are insanely overpriced...you can always find the deals if you know where to look.

True. I wouldn't recommend getting a bed off craigslist (bed bugs and such) but sometimes people you know move and sell beds and such quite cheaply. What I am talking more about is the discount furniture store under the elevated subway in Queens LOL.

[EmberMae]

I really like my boyfriend's cheap foam mattress. Uber-expensive pillowtops will do the job too, but can't afford those. My original mattress was a $500 plush, that I now can't stand (I think the springs are worn out or something).

[wordsmith]

True. I wouldn't recommend getting a bed off craigslist (bed bugs and such) but sometimes people you know move and sell beds and such quite cheaply. What I am talking more about is the discount furniture store under the elevated subway in Queens LOL.

I wouldn't buy a used mattress...but I got mine at a discount store, and it's fine. It doesn't matter to me if a mattress is comfortable and says Sealy on it, or if it's comfortable and says "Acme Mattress" on it. I'll go for the comfortable one that's cheapest.

[K-man]

Just came back from visiting mattress stores -- and bought a "plush" Sealy Posturepedic bed. It was a bit more than I was hoping for ($925 with tax), but it felt super comfy at the store and they offer 90-day return policy. It should be here in couple hours...can't wait to go to bed tonight with brand new 500 thread count sheets :huge:

Btw when I mentioned those brand names in the orginal post I was more interested in types of mattress (tempur-pedic = foam, sleep number = air) than the actual labels.

[Kitty]

Okay, I have a Serta Perfect Sleeper, Pillow-Top

It's really, really awesome.

[K-man]

Okay, I have a Serta Perfect Sleeper, Pillow-Top

It's really, really awesome.
Niiice. I think I tried that one at Mancini's...it was a bit too soft for my taste, but I can see people loving it.

[lostinseatown]

If you can wait until the Christmas time... Macy's has a mattress sale and it's the best deals anywhere.

I bought a Simmons BeautyRest (pillowtop) which is absolutely amazing. I saved over $800 by buying it then.

If you open up a CC with them, you get another $100 off, which I used on a lifetime protection plan.

So mattresses are an investment- if you can afford a nice one now- wait for Macy's Mattress Events. DEFINITELY worth it!

[ebruening]

I bought a full-sized pillowtop mattress from the Denver Mattress Company just last year for $300 (on sale.) I bought a super cushy mattress pad, too. I like exceptionally soft, bouncy mattresses. I love having a full-sized bed: it's big enough to share with someone, if the opportunity arises, and I have enough room to move around without it taking up my entire room.

[Kitty]

Niiice. I think I tried that one at Mancini's...it was a bit too soft for my taste, but I can see people loving it.

It comes in firm. I think we have medium firm. It is soft..but I like that :)

[Lipgloss Boost]

Once I get a "real" job (instead of this 5-job-social-services-hell I am in!) this will be my first purchase! My 29-year-old back deserves a real bed v. my futon!

[MollyMe]

I stayed at a hotel which had the most amazing mattress.
This thread reminds me that I need to buy a mattress. I have the sheets and bedding for a queen but no mattress yet.

[jrwilheim]

I'm thinking of replacing my not-so-cushy twin with a nice full-size bed, and I was wondering if you guys have mattress that you really like? I've checked out websites of local store and there are too many choices -- simmons beauty rest, tempur-pedic, sleep number, etc. I'll visit the stores to check out the mattresses in person, but it would be nice if I can narrow down the choices first.

You can't really take advice about mattresses. I echo capella's sentiment: go to a mattress store and test them out. Some people need a softer mattress, some need a firmer one. Factors like your sex and your weight can come into play here too. So there's really no one-size-fits-all advice.

[spokes]

i spent $1500 on my mattress/box spring. and after an initial break in period in which I had to gett used to it as it was quite a bit higher off the ground than my old set, i love it and i actually hate sleeping any place else.

if it is in your budget don't be afraid to spend the money given the amoutn of time that you could spend in it.