10 Things To Consider Before Buying a Bed

There’s more to consider than just mattress type and price when buying a bed. Remember, you’ll spend more time on your bed than any other piece of furniture in your home. Because of this, spending a little time researching your options will benefit your overall comfort and well-being. So, before buying a bed, consider the following:

Customer Service

Look for trusted brands that have great quality products and great customer support. Before jumping into bed with a mattress company, it’s important to check their contact options, hours of operation, and how responsive they are to your questions. Some companies even have a chat box, so you can directly ask a company representative your questions in real time.

Customer Reviews

Do your research! Before making any decisions on buying a bed, be sure to read customer reviews. By reading many different reviews, you might find someone with the same concerns you have, raving about what works for them. For example, someone with lower back pain might go into detail about how a memory foam mattress compares to different types of beds they’ve tried in the past. You can also get a glimpse at other customer’s buying experience and get a sense of how different companies treat their customers.

Quality and Price

Another thing to consider is the quality and price of the mattress. Make sure you save enough money to invest in a mattress that provides comfortable and healthy sleep. However, there are options for a high-quality mattress without the high price.  High-quality beds, like the highly rated Kyvno memory foam adjustable bed, are often competitively priced or even cheaper than more basic options. Kyvno can afford to use higher-quality materials and offer prices cheaper than in-store counterparts because their online-only business model allows them to save on brick-and-mortar overhead costs.

What’s Included

When buying a bed, it’s important to know exactly what comes bundled with your mattress. Some companies exclusively offer a mattress-in-a-box. Sometimes this is misleading when the product is shown in a bedframe with pillows and sheets. Be sure to read the fine print to know exactly what you’re paying for, rather than spending extra money only to discover there is a missing piece you thought was included.

Free Shipping

Delivery is another key factor to consider. Why pay for shipping on the best sleep of your life when you can have your mattress shipped directly to your door for free? Shipping costs of a mattress can sneak up on you and make a big difference in your final total. When comparing company prices, the total cost including shipping should be factored into your decision.

Ease of Purchase 

Why do we online shop? Because we can do it in our pj’s while munching on a bag of Doritos. It’s just easier than getting out of the house! Elevating convenience to a whole new level, online mattress companies make the often-frustrating process of mattress shopping easier than ever before. Flexible and convenient, online shopping enables you to browse from the comfort of your home, whenever you want. Shopping is no longer dictated by mere store hours and there’s no sales pressure or haggling required for the best price. Although mattress shopping has historically been an in-store process, online mattress stores are changing the game.

Ease of Assembly

Many online mattress companies compress and roll the mattress to fit into a box and ship it right to your door. If the mattress arrives rolled into a box, it’ll be easier for you to transport into your bedroom. Unboxing can be as easy as 1-2-3. To confirm the ease of assembly, check for unboxing/assembly videos and reviews from previous customers. 

Satisfaction Guarantee (The longer the trial the better)

Rest easy with a longer trial period. It’s super important to try a mattress in your own home because the only way to know if it’s comfortable is by sleeping on it yourself, night after night. For example, let’s say you buy a bed with a 120 Day Sleep Satisfaction Guarantee. If you decide you don’t love your new mattress, you can return it for a full refund within that timeframe. To give yourself enough time to truly test and adjust to your new bed, it’s best to purchase from a company that offers a trial of at least 100 days or more.  Remember, the longer the trial the better.

Return Process 

Returning a mattress can sometimes require restocking or shipping fees and, if you really strike out, sometimes both. Be sure to consider companies that offer fast and easy return policies and free return pickups. The last thing you want after realizing you bought the wrong bed is to face a challenging return process!

Warranty 

This should go without saying, but… the longer the warranty, the better the value! Always consider how long a company is guaranteeing the life of its mattress, base or parts. This is particularly important for adjustable beds with mechanical parts. Over time, it’s possible for a piece or part to stop working correctly so it’s practical to consider the coverage and duration of the warranty.

Buying a bed isn’t always quick and easy, but it’s an investment worth doing your research on. Spend time doing your homework on the bed-buying process. It will be worth it in the long run!

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