Buying a bed in Boston (Cambridge, Brockton: sales, mattress, live)

[scifiwasabi]

I'm moving to Boston (technically Somerville) in late August (around what I've heard referred to as the dreaded Sept.1 move-in date). I am going to be in town in early August and I wanted to try buying a bed then and scheduling the delivery for when I actually arrive.

Does anyone recommend any specific places to buy a bed? I'm in the market for a Queen mattress, Box Spring, and a simple metal bed/boxspring frame (though I would be interested in a wooden bed frame if i can find a nice one within budget). The most important thing at the moment is that I have a mattress to sleep on. Also, any tips on bargaining the cost down would be appreciated. Thanks

[495neighbor]

I'm recommending Siesta Sleepworks in Acton. They really know their stuff. At one time, perhaps still they carried a really good line of mattresses that are manufactured in this state. They have good prices and run sales often.

[MikePRU]

What kind of mattress do you prefer? Personally, I prefer spring mattresses to memory foam. If you're the memory foam type though a ton of my friends swear by the Bob-O-Pedic mattress from Bob's Discount Furniture. Otherwise, I tend to buy most of my furniture at Jordan's Furniture which is another local chain. They are no haggle and I negotiate all day for work so it's nice not to have to work so hard to buy a mattress.

[scifiwasabi]

thanks for these suggestions! I prefer spring mattresses. i'll definitely look into these options. any other recommendations?

[robr2]

Gardener Mattress has a very good reputation.

I've had good luck shopping at Marty's Furniture in Melrose.

[rosetattoo1976]

Bernie and Phyls or Bob's Discount Furniture are my always go tos for years in Boston. Great products, way lower prices than anywhere else - and they'll work with you on delivery windows. They are both long time New England institutions, and I love supporting them.

[jellybean23]

We got our mattress at Boston Bed Company in Cambridge (near the Somerville line). We specifically wanted a latex mattress and they had the best prices I was able to find (not sure about their other types of mattresses though). They delivered quickly and were easy to work with.

[bostonguy1960]

Originally Posted by jellybean23

We got our mattress at Boston Bed Company in Cambridge (near the Somerville line). We specifically wanted a latex mattress and they had the best prices I was able to find (not sure about their other types of mattresses though). They delivered quickly and were easy to work with.

Yes, passed it last night.

I think their sign even says DISCOUNT.

I think I've seen Logan furniture in minority areas. May be worth a look if a bargain.

Does Sleepy's have an outlet anywhere?

[xo_kizzy_xo]

There's a mattress factory outlet just off Rte. 24 at the exit for Ikea/Costco. The guy who owns it worked for Jordan's for many many years. The factory, I believe, is in Brockton. He told us the factory supplies many of the higher-end mattresses you'd find at Jordan's or Bernie & Phyl's. He was telling the truth -- I saw the same ticking on a mattress that's the same ticking as a major brand for roughly $200-300 less than retail (it's an obvious pattern btw). We're currently saving up for that particular mattress. You can have it either delivered or take it with you,

[timberline742]

Originally Posted by jellybean23

We got our mattress at Boston Bed Company in Cambridge (near the Somerville line). We specifically wanted a latex mattress and they had the best prices I was able to find (not sure about their other types of mattresses though). They delivered quickly and were easy to work with.

They have good mattresses for a good price. A lot of their frames aren't great though.