Nothing is more relaxing than snuggling into bed after a long day. But buying a mattress? That event is almost ZERO parts zen. There's much to consider when hunting for the centerpiece of your bedroom -- but the mattress-buying process doesn't have to be a nightmare. Here's a quick briefing that will ensure your shopping trip is as smooth as a midday nap. There is indeed a "cheapest" time to buy. Most experts recommend purchasing a mattress near a holiday -- like Presidents Day, Labor Day, the Fourth of July, and Memorial Day -- or in the month of May, when mattresses are usually marked down in showrooms. In January, you can start prepping for your mattress purchase at "white sales," which are deeply discounted sales for bedding. Higher prices does not mean better sleep. One of the biggest complaints when buying a mattress is price, and figuring out why they cost so damn much. This is usually attributed to large markups, which depends on the brand. We recommend staying in the $500 to $1200 range, as anything over that price doesn't necessarily indicate better quality or better sleep, and probably has the same amount of cushioning and support as more expensive mattresses.
You can negotiate your price. Though it may surprise most people, it is possible to negotiate the price at most of the bigger mattress chains. Robin Wilson, an eco-friendly interior design expert, says that if you bargain "at a department store, you might be able to get tax taken off the mattress price, or delivery for free." You'll also have a better chance of getting a discount or redeeming a coupon if you go to the store to purchase a mattress, rather than buying online. "Firm" mattresses are not the same "firmness" everywhere. Yes, labels may tout a mattress's level of firmness, but one brand's "firm" may be another brand's "soft," according to Consumer Reports Expert Shopper Tod Marks. "The only way to determine if the cushiness and the firmness is right for you is to lie down on the bed and try it for yourself," he says. It's harder to return a mattress than you think. Most mattress retailers (from IKEA to Tempur-Pedic) will allow you to try out your mattress for up to 90 days, but they differ on the amount of money you'll get back if you return it.
Other stores require an exchange fee or disposal fee, which can cost hundreds of dollars. There are organic options. The squishy foam on mattresses is often made from petroleum oil, which (not surprisingly) can cause health problems for some. Organic mattress brands like Keesa use their own foams that put plant oils into the mix. While they may be more costly, all-natural mattresses are worth it, says Wilson. "We spend one third of our lives sleeping," she explains. "Consider your mattress a health investment." You can order a mattress online as easily as you can order a pair of shoes. Yup, you'll find mattresses right in the Amazon store, many listed with free shipping. And a whole new suite of boutique mattress retailers (like the newly-popular Casper) operate solely online, sending mattresses to your door in a nice, neat box. These new online retailers often allow returns for a full refund, without any fees or charges whatsoever. But the old standby brands -- which you might find on discount sites like Overstock -- likely won't do the same, so it's smart to go test them out in a store first.
You don't need to buy your mattress from a brand you've heard of. The aforementioned Casper is an online retailer that aims to ease everyone's mattress-buying headache with a 100-day trial period and sleek design. Other sites like Saatva (which has an eco-friendly focus) and Novosbed (which also boasts free delivery, free trial periods and free returns) also deliver to your door in a snap. Hop on the bandwagon, because this is the future of mattresses.SizeAdjustable beds come in many different sizes. The size of bed that you choose depends largely upon personal preference as well as if you are sleeping in the bed alone or sharing it with another person.TwinQueenKingSurfaceThe surface of the adjustable bed is very important to the quality of sleep you will get. There are many different surfaces available and consumers can choose between them depending on personal preferences and budget restrictions.Memory foamCoilAir bedMotorThe motor of the adjustable bed is an important thing to consider because it affects how well and how easily the bed works.
Different beds come with different quality motors.DurabilityAC or DCNoiseHand controlsAdjustable beds are operated by hand controls that are part of the bed itself. These allow you to lift or lower different sections of the bed.Menu optionsWirelessWiredWarrantyWarranties are an important part of an adjustable bed as they help cover repairs and maintenance to the bed. Some warranties cover more issues than others.CostDamageBroken partsAestheticsAdjustable beds are great for people both young and old. Depending on your personal tastes and preferences, there are many different types of beds to choose from.Sleep Train> Locations> California> Tracy Sleep Train locations in Tracy offer guests a premier shopping experience. Sleep Train provides our guests access to premium mattresses from top name brands combined with superior services and highly trained sleep experts. We also offer a variety of mattress sales and financing offers throughout the year, so check back often! As Sleep Train has grown from its first location to over 300 stores, our mission remains the same: always provide superior service, the best selection, and unbeatable prices – all backed by our 100-day low price guarantee.
Our stores in Tracy offer same day delivery on all in-stock purchases made by 2 p.m., plus we will set-up your new mattress and remove your old set. Whether you are suffering from backaches, snoring or just can’t fall asleep, Sleep Train in CA has the right sleep solution for you. Our highly trained sleep experts are on hand to answer any questions and help match you with a mattress we guarantee you’ll love. Sleep Train’s goal is to provide you with the most comfortable, positive and well-informed mattress-buying experience that you won’t find anywhere else. At Tracy Sleep Train locations, you will find premium mattresses from top name brands, including Tempur-Pedic, Serta iComfort, Sealy Posturepedic, Beautyrest and more. Adjustable bases, pillows and sheets are in stock and ready to complete your personalized sleep system. Sleep Train is your ticket to a better night's sleep.® Sleep Train Tracy Reviews - page 2In this post we will try and guide you to find the best deals on Murphy beds.
Online stores with Murphy bedsSome cheap beds we have foundA Murphy bed for less than $1,000 (incl. shipping)Other affordable Murphy bedsBuild your own Murphy bedGet the plan for our Murphy bed with storageIf you are willing to spend a little more..Related Posts:Here are some of the beds we have found at the stores we list at the top of this post.This white Murphy bed is the cheapest one we could find, and we also think it’s quite elegant and minimalistic.When you think about it, 1,000 dollars is pretty cheap, when the price includes shipping to your address in the U.S.It will fit an 11″ mattress, so no compromise here when we talk comfort!>> Click here to visit the shop.It also comes in a stylish dark color, that will look good everywhere:If you want a more classic design there are also other good alternatives.This next bed is a little more expensive but still affordable. It costs $1,565, and again it includes shipping to any address in the States.It comes with or without the shelving units on the side, which you can buy as add-ons.
It can also hold an 11″ mattress, so it can fit a good spring mattress or a high-quality foam mattress.Get this bed for $1,565 incl. free shipping.There are also several other designs if you are willing to pay a little more. When you click the link above you can see all the available designs from this store.If you are up for the challenge of building your own Murphy bed, we are currently working on a website to help you get a good result. , and it contains lots of information on how to go about building a bespoke solution.We have chosen to build our own Murphy bed which we sleep in every night, and we absolutely love it. It transforms our bedroom into an office every day.Building your own bed is the best way to get a cheap Murphy bed, but it’s a little complicated, so we suggest following a plan – unless you have good carpentering skills.We have put up a Murphy bed plan for a plain and simple bed.>> Find it here + a link to a good Murphy bed kit we can recommend.It’s important to use professional hardware for the system, to avoid any injury or accidents.
Especially if you have kids running around in the house during the day.We used a piston system for our bed (as you can see below). You can also get spring systems, and no matter what you choose, you should expect it to loose tension over the years.So you might want to change pistons / springs after 8-10 years.As I mentioned in the beginning of the post, we have built our own Murphy bed. We did so in order to get a model with extra height and storage behind the bed (and below).Here you can see the bed in folded-up position. Below the bed, we have storage for a couple of guitars and folding chairs.This bed is a higher than normal Murphy beds. We don’t like sleeping close to the floor, so we chose to raise it.Here’s a picture of the open bed:Below you can see the closet we build beside the bed. It holds all our clothes and utilizes the space below the ceiling.We have mounted straps on the bed, so we can strap the comforter and pillows to the bed, in order to get it up quickly in the morning.