New Matreess

[RippedMan]

Totally random, but figured this is the easiest way to ask a ton of people: I need a new mattress and not sure what/where to buy. I have an IKEA bed,  but ideally would like to go memory foam, since I've heard the coils in a traditional mattress can be bad for your back. A friend recommends Helix, but they're like $800. Saw the Casper adds, but a friend said it came and was way too soft for them. 

[Marianne2]

I think my current mattress is from a Sleepy's. Honestly,  the only way to know what you are getting and to figure out what you like is to go to a store and test out what they have. Like I thought I wanted a really soft mattress,  but went with something slightly firmer. 

[Mister Matt]

Be very careful with memory foam.  I slept on those a few times and they directly reflect your body heat.  I was sweating and couldn't sleep all night.  Many people don't have a problem with it, but if you get hot easily (I can rarely sleep with anything heavier than a light blanket with the air conditioning on), you may want to find a way to try one out before you commit to it.

[SNAFU]

What ever you do, do not go cheap on a mattress! Perhaps one of the most important buy you can make. I went to Sleepys on sixth ave and purchased mine a few years back Was a coil mattress, Had a thick quilted padding to which I added a quilted coverlet. Cost me close to 2K by boy, what an awesome mattress!

 

[AEA AGMA SM]

If you are interested in a Casper mattress they have recently partnered with West Elm so some of the stores now have the mattresses in store so you can see and feel them in person. I know the Chelsea store has them set up.

 

I have the same problem with memory foam that Mister Matt mentions. My natural body temperature seems to run a bit high and the couple of times I've slept on a memory foam mattress were some of the worst sleeps I've had because of how hot I was.

[SNAFU]

So, you were a hot mess?

 

[AEA AGMA SM]

In more ways than one, lol

[UncleCharlie]

SNAFU said: "What ever you do, do not go cheap on a mattress! Perhaps one of the most important buy you can make. I went to Sleepys on sixth ave and purchased mine a few years back Was a coil mattress, Had a thick quilted padding to which I added a quilted coverlet. Cost me close to 2K by boy, what an awesome mattress!

 ^This

A good mattress should last 15+ years. Is it worth $100/year to wake up each morning well rested and not having your back in knots?

[RippedMan]

This is my problem! I'm a "a/c on in the winter" kinda person, but I read coils aren't good. So don't know. 

[JerseyGirl2]

With Casper, you have three months to return it, I believe. I have never tried them, but I hear the ads constantly on different podcasts. RuPaul is happy to save you $50 on your purchase of a Casper mattress here.

[Melissa25]

Mattress shopping has never been fun but last year we needed a new one and we went to Macy's.  This is after having done the 1800mattress and Sleepys in years past.  I was very happy with the purchasing experience at Macy's primarily due to: 

1) there were many options to try

2) knowledgable sales help to answer questions

3) surprisingly they offered a 0% APR financing option if paid off in 12 months

4) delivery was free because we spent over $800

Best of luck and sweet dreams.

[sabrelady]

Not sure what the worry about coil is. There are many versions now that incorporate wraps around the coil and others to eliminate the dip/poking issue.  Memory foam makes me overheat too. (OOO A/C in the winter- I wish!) It u want something a bit cushy might consider one w a built in topper, I did and I love my bed. Only thing is you can only "Spin" the mattress not flip it to even out the wear. 

[Marianne2]

^ I have 1 like that too. I love it. 

[DRSisLove]

Got a new mattress at Macy's this summer. Their service is unparalleled - knowledge of salesperson, quick and efficient delivery. They offer a great warranty, too. Like SNAFU, I spent about 2k, but the bed I have is amazing and was worth every penny. Macy's offers a ton of sales so just keep an eye out. My bed was on sale for almost 1k off.

[sabrelady]

This has been running thru my head:

Gittel Mosca:  "Take a feel of that. Go on-You know what I paid for the mattress alone?  59 Bucks. The one thing I'd never be without is a good bed."

"plus ça change, plus c'est la même chose"—