Mattress shopping, as we've previously highlighted, can be quite a confusing experience. Take some off-the-clock advice from a mattress salesman on how to get the best value. There are dozens, if not hundreds, of variables when it comes to mattress shopping. Help cut through the thicket of choices and potential rip-offs by taking the advice offered by an insider at Get Rich Slowly. They have advice directly from a guy who has been part of his family's mattress business his whole life. He's full of industry-related wisdom, including useful negotiation tips like this one:Most of the larger chains just price them at the minimum right away.Don't take advice from a salesman talking about coil counts as he likely doesn't know what he's talking about. Always ask if the innerspring mattress you're looking at has edge support to keep the edges firm and keep it comfy for you getting in and out of bed.For more tips check out the full article at the link below. Have a mattress shopping tip of your own?
Scoff at this "coil count" business because you rock it out on a foam mattress? Let's hear about it in the comments. How to Buy a Mattress [GetRichSlowly]One of the most important aspects of a better night’s sleep is ensuring you have enough room to fully relax and sleep. A common mistake in purchasing a bed is buying one that is too small. Before you start shopping, ask yourself if you are satisfied with the amount of sleep space in your current bed and review our below to ensure you purchase the right bed size. Most Common Mattress Sizes Width: 39 in x Length: 74 in Twin Extra Long Size Mattress Width: 39 in x Length: 80 in Width: 54 in x Length: 74 in Width: 60 in x Length: 80 in Width: 76 in x Length: 80 in California King Size Mattress Width: 72 in x Length: 84 in Most crib mattress dimensions near 27 in x 51.5 in. Click on the image for more info about that mattress size. The best bed size really depends on who will be sleeping in it.
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