CR reminds shoppers that they can often bargain with mattress retailers for better deals, by getting price matches, coupon discounts, and mattress disposal or delivery perks. Other tips include waiting for sales and holidays where big discounts can be seen on innersprings. Sales featuring as much as 50% off run frequently, however it is important to not be suckered into a “sale” featuring false markdowns as they attempt to lure customers with their “lower” prices. Though specialty mattresses often have set prices, occasionally retailers will offer special discounts or closeout models at lower prices.
Another money-saving tip includes not buying a new foundation when your existing one is still in good shape. While many people often buy in matching sets, the design is usually covered in bedding. If your foundation still offers firm support and doesn’,t show wear, than keep it. They do note that foam and air mattresses require a solid-type foundation (hard on top versus springs), and that some brands require the matching base for warranty protection, however.
We would also offer that where you shop plays a big role in how much you spend. Showrooms and retail stores have high markups because they typically have commissioned staff and high expenses. In contrast, online retailers often keep overhead lower and thus tend to have lower prices.
For example, we compared three mattresses to show readers that you can save on cost and often get better quality, too, by looking online. The chart below compares two memory foam mattresses from the CR article, Tempurpedic Simplicity and Costco Novaform Serafina. plus an online option, the Americana memory foam mattress from Amerisleep.com .
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