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When Is the Best Time to Buy a Mattress?
How to Shop Mattress Deals by Season
How to Shop Mattress Deals by Holiday
How to Shop Mattress Deals on Promotional Days
Even More Ways to Save on a New Mattress
Have you noticed the carousel of mattress sales that go on throughout the year? Maybe you’ve never really paid attention, but If it’s finally time for you to buy a new mattress, you’re probably wondering, “When do mattresses go on sale?” or even, “When are mattresses cheapest?” It seems like there are sales all throughout the year, so the question is, when is the best time to buy a mattress?
While there isn’t a single day that’s best, mattress sales tend to peak during three key times throughout the year: seasonal switchovers, holidays, and promotional days. In this article, we’re breaking down how to save money on a mattress by shopping during these three types of sales and as well as exploring the savings you can expect at each time of the year. Then we’ll explore even more ways to save on a new mattress and recommend from a few of our favorite top-rated mattresses from Colder’s.
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There are a few major sales times throughout the year that all jockey for the title of “the best time to buy a mattress.” Seasonal switchovers, holidays, and promotional days are the most common times to score a deal on a new mattress. Additionally, overstock markdowns offer another way to get a discount on a mattress, but these aren’t as easy to track or anticipate (be sure to check our mattress rebates periodically to see the latest mattress deals). Overstock markdowns (which may match the timing of seasonal switchovers or be available on a store-by-store, non-time-specific basis) occur when retailers find themselves with excess inventory, prompting them to lower prices to move products and avoid storage costs while enticing bargain-hungry shoppers.
☑ Mattresses often go on sale during seasonal switchovers because retailers aim to clear out old inventory and make room for new models tailored to changing consumer preferences.
☑ During holidays, especially major ones like Labor Day or Memorial Day, retailers capitalize on increased consumer spending and offer discounts to attract customers.
☑ Promotional days such as Black Friday or Cyber Monday prompt aggressive sales strategies to stimulate buying.
Whether you want to shop online during a Black Friday mattress sale or find a local mattress Milwaukee deal, there are plenty of options throughout the year. If you’re wondering where to set your budget, a reasonable price range for a queen mattress is between $1,000 to $2,200.
However, it’s important not to get swept in the supposed mattress deal a brand is offering. As NerdWallet explains, a 50% off sale isn’t necessarily better than a 10% off sale if the 50% off mattress was overpriced to begin with. Pay special attention to the Pay attention to the price, not to the percentage off former price and sale price, not just the percentage of the discount.
Across the board, experts also agree that the answer to when’s the best time to buy a mattress doesn’t totally depend on sales. If your mattress is eight to 10 years old or is showing warning signs (lumps, indents, sleeping difficulties, pain upon waking), it’s time to replace your bed.
Learn more: How to Shop for a New Mattress Online: Our Definitive Buying Guide
How to Shop Mattress Deals by Season
Okay, so mattress sales are annual occurrences. Got it. But what is the best time of the year for mattress sales in terms of season? Early spring is when new mattresses hit the market. Prices are low because retailers need to clear floor space for new models. Buyers can take advantage of these sales by asking about discounts on floor models or asking mattress vendors when their stores plans to turn over their older inventory.
What is the best month to buy a mattress? According to NerdWallet, the best time to buy a mattress is the late winter or early spring months—specifically, March and April. Late fall and winter are also a popular time for mattress sales because of end-of-year sales (e.g., Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Presidents’ Day all happen during this season). Additionally, New Year’s mattress sales happen in the winter, although the savings might not be the same as waiting for one of the more major mattress sales events of the year.
How to Shop Mattress Deals by Holiday
According to Good Housekeeping, the best time to buy a mattress is on a major holiday weekend—when you can typically find promotions offering 10% to 20% savings. What is the best holiday to buy a mattress? Many holidays have become synonymous with retail sales, like Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day.
Holiday mattress sales typically run much longer than the day itself. For example, a Presidents’ Day mattress sale typically lasts all weekend long, a Labor Day or Memorial Day mattress sale may begin during the week before the holiday weekend, and a Fourth of July mattress sale tends to extend for at least a week.
How to Shop Mattress Deals on Promotional Days
Although they’re not traditional holidays, promotional days like Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become part of many people’s yearly calendars when it comes to saving on a mattress. Arguably, they’re the time to find the biggest mattress sale of the year. Like holiday sales, these mattress promotions may extend beyond just one day. In fact, some retailers run Black Friday mattress deals and mattress Cyber Monday deals for the entirety of November.
On promotional days, you can shop in person or online. Both shopping methods have their pros and cons. If you shop in person, you get to feel the mattress, which is more important than if you were buying a new blender or coffeemaker. Online shopping, aside from the ease and convenience of shopping from home, allows you to directly compare mattresses much more easily.
The best shopping method is a combination of both. You can start your search online and compare dozens of models. Once you’ve narrowed down to a few top selections, then it’s best to go feel and test them out in person before making a final decision.
Even More Ways to Save on a New Mattress
Still wondering when to buy a new mattress? In addition to seasonal switchovers, holiday sales, and promotional sales, there are even more ways to save on a new mattress. You can often find clearance mattresses at your favorite furniture and mattress stores at any time of the year. You can find deep discounts year-round at our Colder’s Clearance Outlet at Oak Creek.
At Colder’s, we have two more unique ways for buyers to save on a mattress: the DoubleBack Program and the Special Buys Program.
- The DoubleBack gives you $2 back for every $1 spent on a Restonic Mattress. That means for every $1 you spend on a mattress, you get a $2 DoubleBack Credit to spend on furniture for your home.
Mattress financing can help you choose your favorite mattress while buying now and paying later. We offer three options:
- The AVB Credit Card.
- Financing through Affirm.
- Financing through American First.
The AVB credit card offers you a revolving line of credit to use for future purchases, which is great if you’re buying not just a mattress but a bed frame or other furniture pieces as well. On the other hand, American First helps facilitate approvals for customers who don’t typically qualify for traditional financing. With this option, you can finance a new mattress, appliance, or furniture piece without a credit check.
Our trio of mattress financing options make along with the best mattress deals Milwaukee shoppers can find make us the best place to find the good night’s sleep you’ve wanted on your budget.
Learn more: Top Milwaukee Mattress Stores: Colder’s
Explore Top-Rated Mattresses at Colder’s
Now you know when to find a good deal on a mattress, now it’s just a matter of which one to select. Picking can be tricky with so many options on the market, so we’ve reviewed the lot to bring you a roundup of top picks based on design, comfort, and value.
Restonic Tahoma Wrapped Coil Firm Queen Mattress
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This queen wrapped coil mattress features foam-encased coils along with 1” of medium support, extra firm foam, and super soft foam support, expertly balanced by a ½” TempBalance layer. This firm comfort level is ideal for back and stomach sleepers, and the TempBalance layer is perfect for those who complain of overheating during the night. You can get DoubleBack Credit when you purchase this mattress any day of the year!
Restonic Scott Living Harbor Hybrid Plush Euro Top Queen Mattress
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This Restonic hybrid mattress is another DoubleBack money-saving option you can save on throughout the year. It combines AlumiLast foam, supportive MicroCoils, and supportive foam to help with spinal alignment and staying cool throughout the night. Because it’s a plush mattress, this one is better suited for side sleepers, back sleepers, and sleepers with lighter frames.
Learn more: Check Out Our Favorite Restonic Mattress Models [Brand Guide]
Scott Living by Restonic Anniversary 13” Hybrid Firm Tight Top Queen Mattress
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This hybrid mattress combines gel foam, memory foam, and wrapped coils to provide an excellent balance of comfort and support. It features a firm, tight top that is ideal for sleepers of all kinds. If you and your partner are looking for a mattress to suit different needs, this mattress is a great happy medium with a 13” profile that is designed to sustain the weight of couples.
Scott Living by Restonic Ellis Hybrid Medium Plush Tight Top Queen Mattress
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This medium plush hybrid mattress is a crowd pleaser with balanced support to suit a wide variety of sleeper types. It features a cooling system, AlumiLast memory foam, microcoils, and five support zones to promote proper spinal alignment and minimize back and joint pain. This mattress is another Scott Living Restonic mattress that qualifies for DoubleBack savings.
Sierra Sleep by Ashley Millennium Hybrid Luxury Plush Tight Top Queen Mattress in a Box
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This hybrid mattress from Sierra Sleep by Ashley is a great option for side sleepers. It’s plush to the touch with an innovative mix of materials: copper-infused memory foam; contouring comfort foam; two layers of phase change material; a green tea-infused support foam base; and a premium NanoCoil unit with individually wrapped coils. An at 15” thick, couple can rest on this mattress with plenty of support.
⭐Featured Sierra Sleep Millennium Review:
“The cooling phase change material is luxuriously cooling and silky. It is very similar to the nectar.
Sierra Sleep by Ashley M627 Limited Edition Hybrid Plush Pillow Top Queen Mattress
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This budget-friendly pick is a steal even without a sale going on. It is a luxurious pillow top mattress with a plush comfort level. This hybrid mattress is ideal for side sleepers and lighter-weight individuals. It combines super soft quilt foam, super soft support foam, zoned plush support foam, high-density gel support memory foam, and wrapped coils.
⭐Featured Sierra Sleep Review:
“Very comfortable. Reasonable price. Would buy again.”
When it comes to answering when to buy a mattress, there are ways to save all year long. Seasonal inventory switches, holiday sales, and promotional sales are great times to score a deal on a new mattress. Even outside of those prime times, here at Colder’s, we provide year-round savings with mattress promotions, mark down clearance items, and offer unique in-store savings like the DoubleBack Program and the Special Buys Program. With an ever-rotating lineup of promotions and mattresses from top brands, Colder’s is the best place to shop for mattresses in the Milwaukee area. Stop by to test out mattresses at one of our Colder’s locations in West Allis, Oak Creek, Delafield, and Grafton, Wisconsin today.
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Since 1942, we at Colder's pride ourselves on offering value, selection, and service. Serving Southeastern Wisconsin with four showrooms that stock quality name-brand furniture, appliances, and mattresses, Colder’s is sure to house exactly what you are looking for. And if you can't find it on our floors, chances are, we can order it for you. As a local, family-owned company, we are always doing our best to provide the highest value at the lowest cost to everyone who walks through our doors.
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