Buying a new bed can be a daunting task. Research has shown that the average person will spend up to a third of their life in bed, so it’s important that you take your time and make the right decision. Purchasing a high quality, comfortable bed will ensure that you wake up feeling refreshed, revitalised and ready to face the day ahead. Here are some crucial factors to consider when making that all-important decision:
01. YOUR BED COLOUR IS VITAL
If you’re anything like me, you’ll probably like your bedroom furniture to compliment the colour of your walls. And at the moment I have a beautiful grey and white bedroom that I absolutely love. I chose a grey fabric bed and white furniture that looks stunning against the grey walls. However, if you’re someone who likes to switch your colour scheme around regularly then it may be better to consider a black or white bed, so it continually fits in with the theme.
02. COLLECT THE RIGHT MEASUREMENTS
Before buying a new bed, make sure you collect the right measurements for both the bed and the mattress and confirm that these match with the size of your bedroom. If you’re sharing your bed with a partner, it’s important to choose a bed that provides maximum comfort for both of you. Of course, size will be dependent upon weight and build, but generally speaking, the bigger the bed, the less partner disturbance and the better the night’s sleep. While a double may seem spacious enough for two, a king size will allow you to stretch out and enjoy a truly relaxing slumber.
03. GET YOURSELF COMFORTABLE
A comfy bed can be the difference between waking up feeling fatigued and frustrated or jumping out of bed with tons of energy. However, one person’s perception of comfort can differ entirely to someone else’s. For example, some people may find that a firm bed ticks all the right boxes, while for others, a softer feel offers the perfect night’s sleep. If you’ve been following my blog for a while now, you’ll know that I have Scoliosis, which is a curvature of the spine. And one thing I really struggled with in the past was getting a good night’s sleep due to constantly being uncomfortable. These days, I use a memory foam mattress that offers amazing support, and I sleep so much better.
04. COMFORT & CLEANLINESS
A little tip I picked up from my mum when I was younger was to consider using a mattress protector for added comfort. They are also great for keeping the mattress underneath nice and clean.
05. THE MORE PILLOWS THE BETTER?
Consider how your pillows will fit in with your brand-new bed. If you’re buying a larger bed, you might find you need more pillows, even if you have to banish them to the floor while you sleep! Another tip for people with Scoliosis, like me, is to try sleeping on a water pillow. I’ve found I wake up with way less cricks in my neck since I started using one.
06. CONSIDER A BED WITH ROOM FOR YOUR BELONGINGS
Do you have a lot of belongings but very little storage? If so, it may be good to take into consideration storage. From a bed that lifts up so you can store things underneath, to a gorgeous leather divan bed that come with up to four drawers, the limits are endless. I tend to keep all my spare bedding, pillows, sheets and blankets in plastic storage tubs underneath my bed. This way, I know where everything is, and it keeps it all clean and tidy too.
07. TRUST THE REVIEWS
When shopping online, always be sure to read reviews about the comfort and lifespan to make sure you are getting the best quality bed you possibly can. I have to be honest here and say that I never make a big purchase without checking out as many reviews as I can beforehand. And I always try to leave online reviews on purchases I’ve made as well, as I might be able to help someone make a more informed decision on their purchase.
08. DELIVERY
If you have little room in your home overall, you may need to think about how your new mattress in particular is going to fit.
09. CHECK THE WARRANTY
As with all new products, it’s super important to make sure that you understand the warranty and that it is clear. Beds that come with mattresses tend to have longer warranties than those that don’t, so be sure to double check this. If there’s anything you don’t understand about the warranty, be sure to ask a member of staff at the store where you’re buying from, or drop them an e-mail. They’ll be more than happy to explain it to you.
10. OUT WITH THE OLD IN WITH THE NEW
And last, but certainly not least, to ensure it all runs smoothly, it’s important to have a plan in place on how you’re going to remove your old bed when the new one is going to be delivered to replace it. I know that some companies will happily dispose of it for you, but not all of them do. When I replaced my old bed, I listed it on a local Facebook selling page and specified that the buyer would need to come and dismantle and move it themselves. This worked well, and he came over and took it away the same day. Perfect!
Is there anything else you think people should know before buying a new bed?
If so, be sure to let me know in the comments below!
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I love these! We recently bought a mattress and made sure we loved it before purchasing!
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I could never imagine, as a child, how important buying the perfect bed was. We bought our last mattress a few years ago and I absolutely HATE it!
A bed with storage is so important to me. We have a king and I couldn’t give up that much space in the room so we have storage under the bed.
Great points! I’ve never heard of a water pillow before and knowing your home measurements are SO important! We once couldn’t get a bed up our stairs.