10 Top Tips For Choosing Your New Bed

Published On: October 2nd, 2018

If it’s time to think about choosing your new bed, then make sure you really do some research in selecting the perfect model for your needs. Our guide will help you to make the right choice with confidence.

1. Assess your needs

Think about your current bed and ask yourself whether you have been happy with it. Think about what you have liked and disliked about it. If you have always found it comfortable but know that it has reached the end of its natural lifespan, then it could well be time to invest in another similar one. On the other hand, if you have never found it to be quite suited to your needs, then this is the perfect opportunity to try something new!

2. Measure up space

It’s essential to know precisely how much space you have available when choosing your new bed so measure up carefully. Ideally, you’ll want the biggest bed that you can fit in. But bare in mind you won’t want to squeeze around the edge of your room.

3. Think about storage

Beds with under storage can be invaluable in adding extra drawers and compartments to your home without taking up extra floor space. You’ll find plenty of options to choose from, such as pull out drawers or ottomans. Bear in mind, however, that these models will tend to be a little more costly because of the extra feature.

4. The question of firmness

This is something to spend some time testing; different people prefer different levels of firmness. If you and your partner can’t agree, then you can now buy beds which have a different tension level on each side to suit.

5. Think about the mattress

Of even greater significance than the underlying bed structure, the mattress will be the principal determinant of your long-term comfort. Some are thick and soft; others will be thinner and firmer. Some have technologies, such as memory foam , which create a very supportive feel moulded to your body’s individual requirements. Ideally, come into one of our stores and try out the options such as foam, pocket sprung and open coil mattresses. Our bed specialists can guide you through the different mattresses available.

6. Mattress filling

Similarly, the choice of mattress filling will affect how the mattress feels and may include anti-allergy features if this is something from which you may benefit.

7. Manufacture choice

We only stock reputable brands but it is important to note that each manufacturer will have its own different warranty and varied level of product accreditation and review. Whilst most of the focus is likely to be on comfort and quality, some people have preferences for specific brands.

8. Headboards and bases

You’ll find plenty of beautiful designs nowadays for both headboards and bases, so you can have fun with this bit! A neutral option will allow you to redecorate your room without needing to change the headboard or base – or you can start afresh and decorate around your new bed and its fresh look.

9. Price

Remember that you will essentially get what you pay for with a new bed and mattress. Given that most people will have the same bed in place for at least seven years, it makes sense to invest in the best that you can afford. We sell high quality products at excellent prices so that you can rest assured you are getting a good deal.

10. Service

By choosing your new bed, with the help of our expert team, you will benefit from years of knowledge and experience in order to make a purchase that you feel confident about. This is important when you are investing in a product in which you spend a good third of your life in. Don’t take a chance on a purchase without advice or guidance from the pros – we are here to help!

Customer Stories

Once an order is complete we always encourage customer feedback. Here’s a selection of different projects and customer comments.

Customer Stories
Flooring for complete house

We have used Downs in the past and once again the salesperson was very helpful, answering all my queries. The fitter was equally helpful and able to give knowledgeable advice for a future product. I highly recommend Downs as a local business.

Marian G
Marian G
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Carpet order

From the first enquiry to the fitting of the new carpet, we were warmly welcomed by friendly staff, which helped to make our choice and decisions easy. Carpet came much sooner that originally told but that was great as it meant we could get on with the other changes in the particular room. Many thanks for an excellent service.

Richard M
Richard M
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Kitchen/diner

Customer service is top notch. We have used CMS for all of our flooring requirements to date and will continue to do so throughout the renovation of our house.

Vicky B
Vicky B
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Bedroom carpets

The sales team were really efficient and helpful, taking into consideration our requirements. The fitters worked well, efficiently and cleared up afterwards a real blessing. The choice of flooring was great and the prices very competitive. Recommend CMS carpets and would use them again. Thank you.

Karen P
Karen P

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What Our Customers Say

Andrew Thomson
Andrew Thomson
2023-11-25
Downs were brilliant, we will be back next time we need a carpet. We got three new carpets all supplied and fitted by Downs. When the sitting room carpet turned out to be supplied too short (a manufacturer's fault) they sorted out the problem in 2 days. Simon was also very patient when we kept having to delay the fitting date due to various headaches with the bedroom renovation. Thank you to Simon for all his help and patience during the delayed building work.
A J
A J
2023-11-16
I can highly recommend Downs Carpets and Beds and will using again for our upcoming renovations. Special thanks to Adrian in store, also Gavin and Steve who did a great job fitting.
Nicky Lewendon
Nicky Lewendon
2023-11-12
Great service, Excellent carpet fitter, I would highly recommend.
Mike
Mike
2023-11-08
Cannot fault Downs or their fitters. Special thanks to Simon who has been our contact. We've had all bar one our whole bungalow brought and fitted through Downs. Price is reasonable, lots of range and no sales pitch. Very knowledgeable too. Thank you.
Sarah Fox
Sarah Fox
2023-11-07
Excellent service from start to finish. Knowledgeable staff gave brilliant advice on my choice of carpet, were very competitive against independent carpet suppliers and the fitters did a great job.
Sinead Dowling
Sinead Dowling
2023-11-06
Brilliant customer service and delivery service plus excellent comfortable bed and good value too
Jason Owen
Jason Owen
2023-11-06
We had the carpet stairs replaced. Great quality carpet. The fitter were very professional and fitted the carpet quickly.
Valerie Walker
Valerie Walker
2023-11-06
Really helpful and welcoming the minute we walked in. And the fitters made an excellent job of the bathroom and kitchen,and now the conservatory will be done. Thank you Downs of Newbury, highly recommended to anybody who is thinking of carpeting or flooring.
David Glare
David Glare
2023-11-06
Always efficient service from Downs carpets, thanks .
Amanda Dobbs
Amanda Dobbs
2023-11-04
We had an excellent experience here today. The salesman was knowledgeable and very kind. There's a huge selection to choose from as well.