{"id":1441,"date":"2019-09-20T15:21:18","date_gmt":"2019-09-20T19:21:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/?p=1441"},"modified":"2025-07-01T16:38:53","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T20:38:53","slug":"5-rookie-mattress-buying-mistakes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/5-rookie-mattress-buying-mistakes\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid When Shopping for a Mattress"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Mistakes happen. No big deal. But when that mistake involves something as important as sleep – well, that\u2019s a different story. And let\u2019s face it, the mattress industry isn\u2019t exactly known for making it easy to spot potential mistakes beforehand. I\u2019ve been in this business for more than 25 years, so this list comes from experience! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/mattresses\/p\/20053960003?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=rookiemistakes&utm_content=stardustphoto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-Stardust.jpg\" alt=\"The Stardust Plush Mattress features Bob-O-Pedic Memory Foam, a quilted knit cover and a foam encased individually wrapped coil system | Bob's Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1442\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-Stardust.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-Stardust-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-Stardust-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Stardust Queen Plush Mattress<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Rookie Mistake #1. Buying \u201cThe Cool\u201d Mattress<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\tJust because a well-spoken actor in a crisp white lab coat tells you his mattress is great doesn\u2019t mean it is. Ask yourself: Have the cool new kids undergone the test of time? Are all those positive reviews coming from people who have slept on those mattresses for years, or are all these positive reviews just extra stuffing? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to a recent story by CNBC, there are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnbc.com\/2019\/08\/18\/there-are-now-175-online-mattress-companiesand-you-cant-tell-them-apart.html?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=rookiemistakes&utm_content=cnbchyperlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"175 online mattress companies (opens in a new tab)\">175 online mattress companies<\/a>. That\u2019s a crazy number! How many of them can say they have decades – not just a few years – of experience selling mattresses?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> This guy can!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Rookie Mistake #2: Buying Before Trying<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a thought: would you ever buy a car without first taking it for a test drive? It\u2019s not just that a car is a big-ticket item. You want to know how the car feels. How the car hugs the road. It\u2019s the same with a mattress. You need to lay on it to see how quickly it will take you from wide awake to sound asleep. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And don\u2019t be fooled by the mattress companies that claim they\u2019ve created a one-size-fits-all mattress. We all sleep differently, and thus we each need a mattress that suits our sleep styles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/mattresses?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=rookiemistakes&utm_content=mattresshyperlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-MattressTesting.jpg\" alt=\"Stop by any of my 120+ stores from coast to coast and take a test nap at my Sleep Center | Bob's Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1443\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-MattressTesting.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-MattressTesting-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-MattressTesting-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Rookie Mistake #3. Assuming Price = Quality<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Just because a mattress costs a lot of money does not mean that the quality is any better than a mattress with a significantly smaller price tag. This is the perception that the fancy name labels want you to believe. Well, I\u2019m all about smashing perception and giving you the honest truth. It\u2019s just what I do! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mattress construction isn\u2019t as complicated as some would have you believe. There is certainly a lot of innovation that goes into mattress development, but at the end of the day, most mattresses are made roughly the same way. And here\u2019s an inside industry secret: some fancy, over-priced mattresses are made in the same factories as the value-priced mattresses using many of the same materials and techniques. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So just because a mattress has a bigger price tag, does not mean the quality is any better. But don\u2019t just take my word for it. Check out what my customers are saying: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bob-O-Pedic Gem <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/mattresses\/p\/20052175003?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=rookiemistakes&utm_content=gemphoto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Bob-O-Pedic-Gem-Queen-Mattress-\ufffd299.jpg\" alt=\"The Bob-O-Pedic Gem Mattress features a layer of Bob-O-Pedic Gel Memory Foam | Bob's Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Bob-O-Pedic-Gem-Queen-Mattress-\ufffd299.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Bob-O-Pedic-Gem-Queen-Mattress-\ufffd299-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Bob-O-Pedic-Gem-Queen-Mattress-\ufffd299-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Bob-O-Pedic Gem <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"230\" height=\"54\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Review_Stars.png\" alt=\"5 star review\" class=\"wp-image-1285\"\/><figcaption>Lenore P. – Verified Buyer<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em>For the first time in several years, I have slept through the night since the mattress was delivered two days ago. Hurray!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Synergy Ultra Plush<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/mattresses\/p\/20049730004?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=rookiemistakes&utm_content=synergyultraplush\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-Synergy.jpg\" alt=\"My Synergy Mattress is made up of components that work in harmony to give you a fabulous sleep experience | Bob's Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1444\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-Synergy.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-Synergy-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-Synergy-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Synergy Ultra Plush<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Review_Stars.png\" alt=\"5 star review\" class=\"wp-image-1285\" width=\"230\" height=\"54\"\/><figcaption>Joel C – Verified Buyer<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em>spectacular mattress!!! best sleep ever. soft yet firm. just what i was looking for. thanx bob<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bob-O-Pedic Sport Hybrid Plush<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mybobs.com\/mattresses\/p\/20047574003?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=rookiemistakes&utm_content=sporthybridphoto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-SportHybrid.jpg\" alt=\"My Bob-O-Pedic Sport Hybrid Mattress is the perfect blend of sturdy support and contouring comfort | Bob's Discount Furniture\" class=\"wp-image-1445\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-SportHybrid.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-SportHybrid-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mybobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/RookieMistakes-SportHybrid-768x538.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Bob-O-Pedic Sport Hybrid Plush<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"230\" height=\"54\" src=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Review_Stars.png\" alt=\"5 star review\" class=\"wp-image-1285\"\/><figcaption>Lika P. – Verified Buyer<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em>I have severe back problems, where I can’t really sleep 8 hours or my back acts up, and mostly had restless sleep. I’ve been sleeping like a log, and I’m waking up w\/o as much pain! I love the fact that it helps keep me cool, since I tend to run hot when I sleep. I’m so happy with this mattress!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Rookie Mistake #4. Not Taking Advantage of the Warranty<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Research has shown that the average mattress will last anywhere between seven and 10 years. As mattresses age and wear down they can have a negative impact on your sleep. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A study by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/17597575?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=rookiemistakes&utm_content=okstatestudyhyperlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Oklahoma State University (opens in a new tab)\">Oklahoma State University<\/a> found measurable improvements in people who had older mattresses and then began sleeping on new mattresses. The average age of the older mattress was 9.5 years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you start to see issues with your mattress, you should examine your warranty to see if these problems are covered. Companies that have weak warranties expect you not to bother to use the warranty. They\u2019re hoping you forget about the warranty and just deal with the mattress even if you\u2019re disappointed with the quality. And get this\u2013some warranties don\u2019t even cover the expected life-span of the mattress. How crazy is that?!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But there\u2019s good news! Bob\u2019s Warranty is the best of the best. I\u2019m talking 10-year non-pro-rated to 20-year non-pro-rated warranties; double, triple the length of some of my competitors. Check out the details here. Sleep on that!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Rookie Mistake #5. Just Dealing With It<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Shopping for a mattress doesn\u2019t make most people\u2019s top 10 things to do this weekend. But that doesn’t mean it’s not important. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepfoundation.org\/press-release\/national-sleep-foundations-2018-sleep-americar-poll-shows-americans-failing?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=rookiemistakes&utm_content=sleeppollhyperlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"National Sleep Foundation\u2019s 2018 Sleep in America Poll (opens in a new tab)\">National Sleep Foundation\u2019s 2018 Sleep in America Poll<\/a> shows that only 10% of American adults make sleep a priority over other aspects of daily life. Getting a good night\u2019s sleep is as important to your overall health as eating well and exercising. So, do yourself a favor and check out your mattress tonight. If you\u2019ve had it for 10 years or more, there\u2019s a good chance you need a new mattress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My trained sleep associates will guide you through the mattress shopping process and help you select a mattress that\u2019s perfect for you, at any of my 121 stores across the country. Don\u2019t forget to take a \u201ctest nap\u201d at my sleep center. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My mattress-in-a-box mattresses ship via FedEx, directly to your doorstep and set up is fun and super easy. Check this handy <a aria-label=\"mattress-in-a-box setup guide (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mybobs.wpengine.com\/mattress-in-a-box-setup\/?utm_medium=content&utm_source=BobsBlog&utm_campaign=rookiemistakes&utm_content=mattresssetuphyperlink\" target=\"_blank\">mattress-in-a-box setup guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube aligncenter wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"How to set up a Mattress in a Box\" width=\"1140\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YHeux4G7DLY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you purchased a mattress-in-a-box along with other items and have your entire order shipped via BOBtastic White Glove Delivery Experience, we\u2019ll remove your old mattress and foundation! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>P.s. <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So, there you have it. Five rookie mistakes to avoid when shopping for a mattress, because mattress shopping should be fun!\t<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019m proud of the work we\u2019ve done at Bob\u2019s over the past 25+ years to bring transparency, fairness and yes, comfort, to the mattress business.\u00a0 Come take a test nap at any of my 121 Sleep Centers coast to coast and see (and sleep) for yourself!<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mistakes happen. No big deal. But when that mistake involves something as important as sleep – well, that\u2019s a different story. And let\u2019s face it, the mattress industry isn\u2019t exactly known for making it easy to spot potential mistakes beforehand. 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