Choose to save money. Not to spend more.
Times
are tough. The right attitude when it comes to spending money should always be
the economical approach. After all, we’re also using our valuable time not just
our hard-earned cash.
If
it’s your first time to buy a mattress or you haven’t been in the market for
one, then you’re in luck. This guide will help you buy the best affordable memory foam mattress.
Since
you spend a third of your life sleeping, here’s how you can be sure to get the right
one for you.
Ignore the hype
There
are many brands you can choose from and the popular ones spend millions of
dollars on marketing. Although these leading brands seem the most appealing,
you don’t have to buy into their hype.
No
matter what kind of bells and whistles these companies offer with their
mattresses, there is only one thing you should remember – comfort. That’s the
only thing that should matter to you.
Only
you know what kind of bed feels good to sleep in. You are the mattress expert.
So, don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.
Start your way from the
bottom
The
best way to find the right mattress is to comparison shop. You can find a good
mattress at both the low and high-end price range. So it makes sense to check
out the cheaper brands first.
If
you find a suitable mattress at the affordable line, then there is no reason
for you to waste money on the more expensive selection.
Decide where to buy
You
have two options: go to a local furniture store or shop online. Each choice has
its own set of pros and cons.
Brick and mortar store – The upside of
shopping here is you can test out the mattress. That’s about it. The downside
is you can get pressured into buying an expensive mattress because of the pushy
salesman who’s aiming to get a high commission. Since these traditional stores
pay for rent, utilities, salaries, and many others, their prices are most
likely to be higher even if they’re on sale.
Online retailer – The downside is you
won’t be able to touch or feel the mattress first. But the good news is most
online mattress stores offer a comfort guarantee, which basically means that
you can try out the mattress for a certain period of time.
So
that is one important factor you should keep in mind because lying on a bed for
several minutes is not enough to know if a mattress is right for you. Having a
longer trial period will help you decide whether you want to keep or return the
mattress later on.
Don’t be afraid to
haggle
It’s
no secret that the mattress industry puts a high markup on their products. So
always insist on getting a discount even if they’re not on sale. A good
retailer will be amenable to giving you a reasonable discount, especially when
you order in bulk.
Crucial factors you
should watch out for
Aside
from an extended trial period, ask if you can get free shipping or if they can
include freebies along with the mattress like free pillows. Also, you have the
right to change your mind. The comfort guarantee is your way to determine if a
mattress is defective or unsatisfactory. Remember, no matter what type of
mattress you wish to buy, a good mattress should last about five to seven
years.
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Thanks a lot for reading
this article! I hope you liked it. There’s more on the way. If you want to continue reading, here are
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