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Tom's Guide
14 hours ago
- General
- Tom's Guide
Redditor's ‘gross' new mattress is making me itch — what to do if your bed is delivered damaged
The natural response after unboxing a mattress is the primal urge to jump on the bed. But Reddit user DomenicGioffre had an altogether more nightmarish experience when unboxing their Prime Day mattress purchase. Describing the bed as "gross", they posted pictures of their new mattress displaying tell-tale signs of water damage and mold, despite being fresh out the box. "Horrifying!", from user Proof_Ad663, just about sums it up. A mattress will grow mold or mildew when moisture becomes trapped within the layers. This can be the result of spills and accidents, but it occurs during everyday use as sweat becomes absorbed by the mattress. For that reason, we recommend regularly airing your mattress. When you change your sheets, leave the mattress uncovered for several hours to allow moisture to dissipate. This prevents mildew building up during regular use. But while user Quintaneous suggests the damaged mattress has been handily "broke in", we think this is a case of manufacturer error. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. It's likely moisture got into the mattress either during the assembly process —boxing a mattress takes a lot of steps — or when the boxed bed sat in a warehouse waiting for delivery. These kinds of issues are rare — we test a lot of beds to find the best mattresses for all sleep styles (including Zinus mattresses, the brand behind the bed in question) and problems are few and far between. Even Reddit users have chimed in with their own positive Zinus mattress experiences (Moneymaker_Film says "I got the green tea one it's amazing and brand new" while GarnetandBlack describes their new Zinus as "pristine.") However, if you've unboxed your mattress to find something "beyond unusable," as jjopm describes, you'll need a way out of this nightmare. It's hard to identify if a mattress in a box is damaged until it's out of the packaging (although if the box or packaging appears compromised, halt set up until you can contact customer services.) Once unboxed, returning a mattress is a trickier process. Particularly if you've ordered from Amazon or other third-party retailers, which are less likely to offer a mattress warranty period. A warranty should cover any damage to your mattress, so follow these steps immediately after identifying the problem: Then the next problem: actually returning the mattress. Often a brand doesn't want the bed back, as it can't be resold, which means you need to get rid of it. But if they do want it back, we recommend getting a mattress bag and arranging a courier for collection. Otherwise, you'll need to dispose of the mattress. In cases of damage, it's unlikely you'll be able to donate or recycle the bed. Our guide to mattress disposal can help you find the right path to take. Reddit user wwydinthismess suggest if this happens to you, it's time to: "clean your apartment like crazy. You might have bed bugs now." However, bed bugs don't care if your bed is clean or dirty— the perfect mattress for a bed bug to thrive in is essentially any mattress that smells like their food source (bad news: that's you.) But if you're still feeling a little itchy, you might want to check for signs of bed bugs, to ensure no pests have been delivered to your bedroom. Bed bugs love the dark, so begin by checking in the cracks and crevices. Bed bug glue traps can help you identify an infestation before it gets going, while a diatomaceous earth barrier can keep pests from your mattress.
Tom's Guide
2 days ago
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Prime Day has ended but these 5 sleep deals from $10 are still live — and they're all you need for a good night's rest
Whether you're heading back to college soon or you're battling seasonal insomnia, summer is a difficult time to get quality sleep. And, while Prime Day may have officially ended, I've found 5 deals still live that are sure to promise better sleep, including a huge 86% off sale that offers you the chance to get the buy top-rated noise-cancelling earplugs for just $9 at Amazon (was $69). So, whether you're looking for the next best mattress for your sleep needs, a topper to upgrade your existing bed or accessories to make your room feel like a hotel, Amazon still has some generous discounts on offer. For more deals, check out our best mattress sales page which is updated regularly. But for now, these are the 5 deals I think are all you need to improve your sleep this summer. 1. Zinus 12' Cloud Memory Foam Mattress: twin was $259 now $200.99 at AmazonMaking this year's best cheap mattress guide, this Zinus 12' mattress is fantastic value for money. Made from three layers of foam, we found it was best suited to side sleepers. During the Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam mattress review, we tested the 10' version of the bed and found it had a plush feeling that contoured to the body, and we expect the same, if not more pressure relief, from the 12' version. Temperature control does let this mattress down, with the foam occasionally trapping heat, but for the price, we were impressed with its performance. Now, a queen is reduced to $278 (was $399) and you'll get a 10-year warranty included. 2. Sealy Dreamlife 3' Gel Memory Foam Mattress Topper: twin was $149 now $115.99 at AmazonIf you're heading back to college and want to transform the comfort of your student mattress, shopping this month's mattress topper deals is the answer. The Sealy Dreamlife topper is available in a 2' height and a 3' height, and, like many of the best mattress toppers, it's made from gel memory foam that contours to the body and is supposedly better at dissipating heat than more traditional foam. With Surface-Guard Technology, the topper is antimicrobial, meaning it'll resist allergens and stay fresh for longer. A queen is now down to $146.99 (was $199) and you'll get a 1 year warranty. 3. IDE11 Ear Plugs for Sleep: was $69.99 now $9.99 at AmazonMy go-to piece of sleep equipment is a pair of good ear plugs. Not only can they help you fall asleep fast in a busy environment (like a dorm room), but they can help you sleep through the night and reduce nighttime wake ups. And I couldn't quite believe this 86% off deal when I saw the IDE11 earplugs. With noise cancelling capability and soft silicone for painless wearing, these are high quality plugs that are designed to stay put throughout the night. They also come with a portable carry case and four different sizes to suit most sleepers as well as seven ear tips. For just $9.99, it's an absolute steal. 4. yescool Cooling Weighted Blanket: 15lbs was $45.99 now $35.99 at AmazonWhen it's too hot for a duvet but you'd like the comfort of feeling pressure on you as you sleep, a cooling weighted blanket can be the perfect solution. This blanket from yescool ensures you won't overheat thanks to its breathable cotton fabric, and the small squares in which the glass beads are sewn in means the weight will always be evenly distributed. Weighted blankets have many benefits, one being the easing of nighttime anxiety, and they've been proven to reduce insomnia symptoms. You can choose from many different sizes and weights, but a 15lbs, 48x72' yescool Weighted Blanket is now discounted to $35.99 (was $45.99) at Amazon. 5. Blissy Silk Sleep Mask: was $47.45 now $26.87 at AmazonThe increase in daylight during the summer months increases our risk of insomnia. So, if you don't want late sunsets to prevent you from falling asleep or early sunrises waking you up, a blackout sleep mask is key. This mask from Blissy is made from 100% mulberry silk to remain cooling, hypoallergenic and anti-aging. The padded design removes any pressure from the eyes (which also makes it a great choice for those with eyelash extensions). You can choose from four different colors which are all 43% off, dropping the price from $47.45 to $26.87.
CNET
08-07-2025
- Business
- CNET
Best Amazon Prime Day Sleep Deals: Save Big on Mattresses, Pillows and More
Amazon Prime Day has started, and that means there are deals across tablets, tech, bargains under $25 and more. But not just laptops that are marked down; Prime Day is also one of the best times to save big on top sleep essentials. Whether you're trying to improve your sleep quality with a new pillow, keep track of how you sleep with a tracker or take the leap with a new bed, we have a deal for you. I'll update these deals through the end of Prime Day on July 11, so check back for the latest sleep savings. For more on Prime Day, see the top deals under $10, what's on sale for tech and appliances over $100 and which headphones you can get for less right now. Best Prime Day mattress and topper deals Zinus True Support Hybrid Mattress Looking for a cheap bed on Amazon? The Zinus 12-inch True Support Hybrid Mattress is $248 for a king instead of $310. Zinus is one of the most prominent brands on Amazon, and it's nice to see a hybrid bed on sale. The sale will vary based on the height and size you choose. Details 20% off See at Amazon Close BedStory Premium Queen Mattress For Prime Day, the 12-inch BedStory Premium mattress is 36% off, or $260 instead of $370. The 14-inch model is also on sale for only 5% off, or $380. Cheap beds are hard to find, so this is a good discount for a hybrid mattress. Details 30% off See at Amazon Close NapQueen 10-Inch Mattress The NapQueen Bamboo Charcoal Memory Foam mattress is on sale for Prime Day. A 10-inch model in a queen size is 35% off, bringing the price down to $194. It's hard to find good budget mattresses, so this price is pretty appealing. The different sizes and height options for this bed will determine how much of a discount you get. Details 35% off See at Amazon Close Siena 8-Inch Gel Memory Foam Mattress If you're looking for a cheap Amazon bed, you won't want to miss the Siena Gel Memory Foam mattress. A queen-size is $179, 36% off for Prime Day. I'm seeing discounts for this mattress across sizes and height profiles. So, depending on the combination, you'll be looking at a different sale. The 10-inch version is $279 for a queen. Details 36% off See at Amazon Close Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress The 10-inch Zinus Green Tea mattress is 10% off right now. This is one of our favorite Amazon beds, and the brand has been around for a long time. The Green Tea mattress from Zinus is super affordable, has four height options to choose from and has a traditional memory foam feel. Instead of $220 for a queen, you can snag it for $198. The sale depends on the height and size option you choose. Details 10% off See at Amazon Close Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt Supreme Cooling Topper If you've been looking for a topper to add more cushion to your bed, now's the time. A king Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt Supreme cooling mattress topper is 22% off. That means you'll pay $349 instead of $499. We like this topper so much that it made our best cooling topper list. Tempur-Pedic is one of the most popular mattress brands, especially if you want the dense, almost syrupy memory foam that sucks you in when you lie on it. Details 22% off See at Amazon Close Best Prime Day pillow deals Casper Original Pillow set You can now get the Casper Original Pillow set for 25% off. That drops the price of a standard set from $117 to $87.75, and a king set from $152 to $114.75. We think this is the best down alternative pillow for back sleepers because it's comfortable and doesn't require constant fluffing. Single Casper Original pillows will also be on sale for 25% off. A standard size is only $65. Details 25% off See at Amazon Close Tempur-Pedic Memory Foam Symphony Pillow Toss out your old lumpy pillow and upgrade to the Tempur-Pedic Symphony pillow for Prime Day. It's only $70, which is 41% off. This soft pillow has a different shape on each side -- one is contoured while the other is flat. This makes sure every sleeping position gets what it needs from one pillow. Details 41% off Close Purple Harmony Pillow Purple is running a 20% off Prime Day sale on popular mattresses, pillows and bedding essentials. The Purple Harmony Pillow, which we think is the best pillow for side sleepers, is on sale for $159 instead of $199. We're also seeing 20% off sales on the Purple Freefoam pillow ($159), SoftStretch sheets ($135) and waterproof mattress protector ($79). Details 20% off See at Amazon Close Best Prime Day sleep accessories Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set Cozy Earth's best-selling bamboo sheet set is on sale for Prime Day. Currently, it's 36% off for a queen set, dropping the price to $261. These sheets are still expensive, though many people love the soft and breathable feel of the viscose from bamboo fabric. They're designed to fit regular and deep-pocketed mattresses up to 20 inches. Cozy Earth also has a 'we made too much' section on its website that offers 55% off popular sheets, clothing, pillows, comforters and more. Details 36% off See at Amazon See at Cozy Earth Close Brooklinen Sateen Sheets My favorite sateen set, the Brooklinen Sateen Sheet Set, is 20% off for Prime Day. That translates to around $150 for a queen or $38 off. They're smooth without being slippery, and there are several options to choose from. The Brooklinen Prime Day sale isn't limited to just sheets; you can get 20% off the entire Brooklinen Amazon storefront. Details 20% off See at Amazon Close Ozlo Sleepbuds Our choice for the best overall sleep headphones is $35 off for Prime Day with the coupon on Amazon's storefront. The Ozlo Sleepbuds retail for $349, and this sale brings the price to $314. They're still pretty expensive, though it's nice to see a discount on these earbuds because we recommend Ozlo to any sleeper. You can choose from the sound library or stream your music. Details $35 off with coupon See at Amazon Close Oura Ring 4 The popular Oura Ring is 15% off during Prime Day. A silver one costs around $296 instead of $349, which is just over $50 in savings. The price varies by the finish you choose, though they're 15% off across the board. The Oura Ring is a favorite among CNET editors. It even earned a place on our best sleep tracker list. Details 15% off See at Amazon Close Hatch Restore 3 The Hatch Restore 3 sunrise alarm clock is $30 off for Prime Day, dropping the price to $139.99. That includes the new color, Rosy. I love my Hatch Restore 3 for the wide collection of sounds and the light that doesn't jerk me away. Other Hatch products are also on sale, including the Rest and Rest+ 2nd Gen. Bundles are also available. Details $30 off See at Amazon Close Is Prime Day a good time to buy a bed? Prime Day is one of the best times to buy a mattress or upgrade your bedding. It's an especially great time for people shopping on a budget, because Amazon has solid, cheap beds, and Prime Day makes them even more affordable. But even if the bed you want isn't on Amazon, top brands run sales to compete with Prime Day, meaning you can save elsewhere. And I can't forget the sales on pillows, sheets, bedding and toppers. Prime Day is one of the best times to shop if you're looking to revamp your entire bedding set.
Tom's Guide
07-07-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Forget Prime Day — I found 5 Walmart mattress deals that beat Amazon's sale, with prices from $118
Looking for a cheap mattress? To pass the time while waiting for Prime Day (it starts tomorrow) I've been searching for deals and found a wealth of mattress savings at Walmart, like a queen Zinus Spa Sensations mattress for only $198. I've tested some of the best mattresses you can buy online and when I'm not debating the merits of memory foam I'm tracking all the latest mattress sales. The current Walmart deals are among some of the best I've spotted, including a Serta mattress from just $264 — perfect for students heading to college. Of course, the Amazon Prime Day mattress sales are still one of my favorite ways to save but I recommend browsing these Walmart deals as well if you want better sleep for less. 1. Zinus 8" Spa Sensations Serenity Memory Foam Mattress: twin was $174 now $118 at WalmartI've had a chance to sleep on an all-foam Zinus bed and in my Zinus Memory Foam Mattress review it was the body-hugging pressure relief that stood out. While the Spa Sensation mattress is thinner than the one I tested (8 inches vs 10) I expect a similar cushioned feel for side sleepers. In the sale a queen is only $198 (was $244) while you can pick up a king for just $248. 2. Sleep Innovations 12" Carson Hybrid Mattress: twin was $299.99 now $198 at WalmartFeaturing a spring base, gel memory foam and a cool-touch cover, the Carson mattress from Sleep Innovations should provide cooler sleep during the summer heat (the best hybrid mattresses are known for their breathable feel.) A queen is only $258 in the rollback sale (was $359) and you can pick up a king for under $300 — it's now only $298 and with foam railings to provide strong edge support, you should be able to enjoy every inch of the king build. 3. Serta 10" Cooling Gel Memory Foam Mattress: twin was $399 now $264 at WalmartLook out for body-hugging pressure relief from this bed — the best memory foam mattresses are known for their cushioned comfort and the Serta uses three layers of it's own foam to create a bed that yields to your body to relieve pressure at the touch points. You can save up to $400 right now with a king reduced from $799 to $399 — and a queen is only $378 (was $549.) 4. NapQueen Victoria 10" Hybrid Mattress: twin was $158 now $118 at WalmartReviews indicate the NapQueen has a bouncy and supportive feel that will suit those who like to move around in their sleep. The bargain price means we doubt the NapQueen Victoria has the durability of a more expensive model but we think this is a great mattress for college students (especially as a twin is only $118.) But you're getting a bargain at every size — a queen is $158 while a king is just $198. 5. Vibe 12" Plush Memory Foam Mattress: twin XL was $174 now $148 at WalmartThe best mattresses for side sleepers cradle the body where you press into the bed, which is why if you like to sleep in this position, we often recommend choosing a mattress with plenty of cushioning. The 12" Vibe mattress should deliver just that, thanks to four layers of dense memory foam, including two layers of convoluted foam to enhance air flow. There are deals on most sizes with a queen only $214 (was $238) but although a king isn't technically reduced, at just $248 it's already a bargain.
CNET
05-07-2025
- Business
- CNET
Score This Queen Mattress for $189 With This Remaining July 4th Deal
Fourth of July has come and gone, and though many of the deals associated with this holiday are dwindling, you still have time to score big ticket items before they're gone. If you have Amazon Prime, you can score this 12-inch Zinus queen mattress for only $189 for a limited time. This saves you $132 and is an excellent deal for anyone looking for a new mattress. It also doubles as an early Prime Day deal that can help you avoid some of the frenzy associated with this shopping event. A new mattress might be a great way to diminish back pain and help you get a better night's sleep. Since mattresses come at a cost, this deal on a 12-inch hybrid queen mattress is especially a bargain and makes a great addition to any room. This mattress consists of three layers and a memory foam fill that adjusts to your movements for maximum comfort. It's a medium firmness and has a weight limit of up to 500 pounds. For those who run hot, this mattress includes a breathable top that cools you down even on the hottest nights. If you sleep with a partner or pet, you'll be glad to know this mattress absorbs motion so you can sleep without disturbances even if they toss and turn at night. The mattress is manufactured with safe materials and includes a 10-year warranty -- all for under $200 for Prime members for a limited time. If you're looking for a new mattress and aren't sure if this one is for you, we've got a list of the best mattresses so you can browse before you shop. We're also keeping up with any lingering Fourth of July deals and upcoming Prime Day deals. James Martin/CNET Amazon Prime: 30-day free trial Prime Day requires an Amazon Prime membership, though you don't have to be a paying member to get in on the savings. Start your 30-day Prime free trial now and you'll be able to shop the best deals without paying for a subscription -- just remember to cancel before it renews. See at Amazon Why this deal matters This 12-inch tall mattress offers support, a breathable top and three comfortable layers. It typically costs $321, but Prime members can score this mattress for just $189 right now for a queen size. That makes this a great upgrade for people of all budgets.
