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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 sweetsue_98
Jan 18 '03 Who Really Made Your Mattress? The Secrets I Have Learned As A Consumer!
Be very careful where you shop, and what company you buy from. Your warranty may not me worth the paper it is written on.... read full review
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by rudixeno

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Apr 11 '07 So You’re Thinking About Buying a New Bed
Spending more time up front doing your homework you'll be more likely to enjoy the bed you finally choose without necessarily having to refinance your house to do it.... read full review
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by susiewho

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Nov 21 '00 Dr. Mattress
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by sweetcece
Jun 05 '01 Tired of Buying Mattress Sets? Try A Futon Instead!
If you have children or adults who seemingly break or wear out mattress sets frequently, a futon is a great idea for mattress set replacement.... read full review
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by DeRango
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
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by jo.com
Sep 10 '07 What You Need to Know before Buying a Mattress: My Guide and Experiences
There are many factors to consider and to complicate matters even more we now have mattresses treated with stuff that kills cockroaches! ... read full review
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by pamelita3099
Oct 11 '01 You know , you need a new mattress set when ...
Purchase the highest quality mattress set you can afford at a reputable mattress shop.... read full review
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by ktryathart1
Nov 11 '00 FIRST YOU JUMP UP AND DOWN ON THE MATTRESS...
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by laura10801
Dec 23 '00 Sleazy's...er, I mean Sleepy's - Do not attempt to buy a mattress from them.
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by Ready2bmom
Jul 08 '01 Mattress Giant Strikes Again
If you see a Mattress Giant, run quickly in the opposite directions.... read full review
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by suzig
Nov 10 '00 I may not be a Princess, but I want a comfortable Mattress.
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by lakeshire
Nov 26 '00 From an ex-mattress salesperson
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by heidigarofalo
Jun 05 '02 To Air is Divine!
All those overpriced, complicated mattresses are a joke... IMHO! I'll share my little secret with the world, and have a great night's sleep besides! Sweet Dreams, everyone! 8-) ... read full review
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by galileo365
Dec 07 '00 Body Slam Your Spouse A few Times.
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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
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by lylah_c
Oct 12 '04 How to pick a mattress without becoming an expert on mattresses
Decide how much you want to spend, decide what you want and pay attention to the details of the warranty. Buy from a reputable seller and protect your warranty. ... read full review
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by jayo2418
Sep 10 '08 Mattress Shopping from an Industry Insider- What is a good mattress?
My final reccomendation on choosing a mattress is to avoid buying a mattress with excessive fiber. Fiber below the innerspring is OK. It will not leave impressions. Above is bad.... read full review
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by NewsView
Jun 03 '02 Mattress FAQ: Buyer Beware!
Name recognition is no assurance. At a minimum, check the retailer and its local supplier via the Better Business Bureau. Visit the factory if at all possible.... read full review
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by iamadj4u
Nov 10 '00 Sleep Around!
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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
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by squigsdad
Jul 14 '01 You spend 1/3 of your life on this investment
Spend a lot of time buying this long term investment. A little time now can save you years of back pain.... read full review
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by Ready2bmom
Apr 21 '01 Mattress Monster, not Mattress Giant
If you see a Mattress Giant, run the other way, FAST!... read full review
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by lucky77777
Sep 10 '06 ULTIMATE MATTRESS GUIDE v1.0
Buy a no-pillow-top Simmons mattress (with over 540 springs for full-size) with matching box spring online after testing it at an independent mattress store.... read full review
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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
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by rhizu
Nov 10 '00 A new mattress shouldn't make you mad.
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by Joanne710
Jan 06 '01 You must NOT order from a catalog!!!
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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
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by klm1269
Mar 30 '02 From a mattress developer
Don't be afraid to look at a local factory, and remember if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.... read full review
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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
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by liberator76
Nov 25 '00 Sweet cleansing fire and the bald giant of the night
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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
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by brucejetto
Jul 26 '09 How To Buy A Simmons Bed
You can always make a firm mattress soft, but not the other way around. Cut out the middle man!... read full review
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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
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by kuehrig
Jun 27 '05 Choosing a mattress
Bottom line: Buy a Gardner Mattress if they will deliver to you (www.gardnermattress.com) or try Chatham and Wells if not.... read full review
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by realgirl
Sep 24 '07 Horrible Cust. Serv. at Mattress Giant
Be VERY careful!!! Mattress salesman are no better than used-car salesmen. Check that small print that could be hidden! Mattress Giant STINKS!!... read full review
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by straight_up
Apr 14 '01 How to save big bucks on a quality mattress
Determine exactly what kind and size of mattress you want, compare prices, and try to find a place that sells mattresses that have been slightly damaged.... read full review
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by wal1k
Mar 22 '08 Once Upon A Mattress
When choosing a mattress, the most important thing is to test the mattress and find the level of hardness/ softness which fits you and not depend on a brand name.... read full review
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by sleeptech
Apr 05 '01 Proper way to purchase a sleep surface
The bottom line is this...Purchase a sleep surface because you are comfortable!... read full review
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by nlee31
Jul 25 '01 Double Your Refreshment
Just a simple choice, really.... read full review
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by conniemarie
Nov 08 '00 Don't Look for Bargains...
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by gsheill
Dec 07 '00 How not to buy a futon
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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
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by elastica
Dec 12 '00 Save money on that mattress purchase
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by laurey236
Mar 22 '01 A tip for the futon mattress!
Make sure that you futon mattress is of the best quality.... read full review
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by josey19
Apr 06 '08 Tempurpedic mattresses hold in heat
I just don't know... read full review
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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
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by czeke
May 18 '07 Experience with Mattress Giant
Do not use Mattress Giant to choose anything. ... read full review
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by xpensivelesson
Jan 20 '02 Beware of Affordable Mattress Direct
Do not patronize Affordable Mattress Direct... read full review
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by ArchieSicat
Jan 01 '01 Careful with Mattress Buying
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by leigh10
Oct 30 '00 My How To Guide
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by pepperkendall
Apr 19 '01 Better Sleep Council - Mattress Shopping Advice
Check out the Better Sleep Council's web site (www.bettersleep.org) for great, unbiased information on how to buy a new mattress.... read full review
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by yankeeokie
Jan 20 '06 The Other Side of the Fence/In Response to Buyer Beware
I felt the article "Buyer Beware" was very biased in presentation, and it's only saving grace was it's lovely description on the box spring.... read full review
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by shop4cig
Apr 08 '06 Beware of Mattress Giant!!
Check store reputation before you buy. Stay away from Mattress Giant!... read full review
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by nostro
Jan 15 '06 The mattress business is a scam, MILITARY buyers beware of so called 10 yr. warranty!
I did not read the reviews before purchasing. Military consumers please research warranties thoroughly. ... read full review
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