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Choosing a Mattress

What features and qualities are most important when shopping for a new mattress? What should you avoid? Share your mattress buying tips and experiences here, and help others make good decisions.

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by ArchieSicat
 Jan 01 '01 Careful with Mattress Buying
... read full review 		Somewhat Helpful
by bhweb22
 Jul 03 '01 My Dad's Advice On Buying A Mattress
This is one of the most important pieces of furniture you'll ever own. Don't skimp and make sure you get it delivered! ... read full review 		Helpful
by blynneb
 Jun 04 '01 Mattress Factory Outlets
Determine your needs for a sweet dream-filled sleep and go to the Mattress Factory Outlet stores. You may be quite surprised at how much money you save!... read full review 		Helpful
by brickmanli
 Jul 21 '01 How NOT to Get Ripped Off
Trust no one, especially mattress salesmen. They will rip you off. Do your research before venturing into their territory. Tell them to shut the hell up.... read full review 		Somewhat Helpful
by calwaone
 Feb 28 '01 DID YOU THINK YOUR MATTRESS HAD A WARRANTY? CHECK THIS OUT!
TRY TO SAVE A BUCK ON THESE TWO ITEMS, AND YOU COULD LOSE ALL WARRANTIES!... read full review 		Very Helpful
by calwaone
 Jan 04 '02 SAME MATTRESS SETS HAVE DIFFERENT NAMES!
DON'T EXPECT TO COMPARE SUB-NAMES ON MATTRESSES WHEN YOU SHOP IN DIFFERENT STORES. ... read full review 		Very Helpful
by cd_shepard
 Sep 19 '07 1800 Mattress Collection Luxor Box Pillow Top Set
Shop around. Find out what is comfortable for you. Your body will tell you what it likes. ... read full review 		Helpful
by conniemarie
 Nov 08 '00 Don't Look for Bargains...
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by cslayton
 Mar 23 '02 Remember, you gotta lie in it.
Not all mattress salesfolk are sleazeballs. This essay is a story of Mattress shopping. Is there anything worse to shop for? ... read full review 		Very Helpful
by czeke
 May 18 '07 Experience with Mattress Giant
Do not use Mattress Giant to choose anything. ... read full review 		Somewhat Helpful
by DeRango

DeRango is a Top Reviewer on Epinions 		Jan 21 '07 Tips, Advice, and Things to Consider When Choosing a Mattress
Be Wise: Spend some time shopping around and considering your options. You will spend one third of your day using this purchase. ... read full review 		Very Helpful
by eh2zed
 Nov 06 '01 I sell mattresses everyday. I know mattresses.
Independent coil system, multiply your coil counts by your working turns and NON-pro-rated warranty. Remember these three things and you can't go wrong.... read full review 		Very Helpful
by elastica
 Dec 12 '00 Save money on that mattress purchase
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by emuff716
 Mar 21 '07 How to choose the right mattress
Put on some comfy clothes, go to your local mattress store, and really put some time into which mattress really feels the best. ... read full review 		Very Helpful
by gsheill
 Dec 07 '00 How not to buy a futon
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