Shopping for a new mattress can be overwhelming, confusing and just plain annoying. But it doesn’t have to be. In 2014, Jack Mitcham, the founder of The Mattress Nerd, set out to make the mattress buying experience simple, stress-free, and maybe even a little fun.
Jack’s goal was to make consumers feel more confident and comfortable when deciding which mattress to buy. Jack had spent a total of 7 years as a retail mattress salesman and experienced first hand just how uncomfortable and stressful buying a mattress can be. He saw how mattress salespeople would often take advantage of customers by steering them to mattresses solely based on the commission amount.
So Jack created Mattress Nerd as a platform to share his knowledge and help countless (and sleepless) people find the mattress that best fit their needs. Jack couldn’t be in every mattress store, helping every customer. Mattress Nerd is the next best thing.
Today, The Mattress Nerd has grown into a resource that millions of people trust and turn to for answers about choosing the best mattress for their individual needs. The Mattress Nerd team has also grown and is led by a group of sleep geeks who carry on Jack’s passion and spirit for helping consumers.
So no matter where you are in the mattress buying process, we have you covered:
Happy Shopping,
The Mattress Nerd Team
Tyler is a Certified Sleep Science Coach and a sleep product expert. While he can’t claim to the title of the original Mattress Nerd, he definitely fits the “Sleep Nerd” bill.
Tyler has spent years helping people get better sleep, not only through counseling and educational content but also leading teams in the development and innovation of a variety of sleep and bedding products. He brings a combination of expertise and practical experience to help guide others through their own sleep journies.
Dr. George obtained three degrees in the plant sciences culminating with a Ph.D. from Cornell University before transitioning to writing full time. Despite her obsession with plants, most of biology interests her. Helga is drawn to sleep science out of a combination of intellectual curiosity and her own sleep problems ranging from sleep apnea to delayed sleep phase (i.e., being a hardcore night owl). She enjoys explaining science to laymen in terms that they can understand and relishes the opportunity to look behind the veil of sleep and relay the benefits provided by quality sleep.
Hannah is a certified ACE Health Coach and NASM Personal Trainer and uses an integrative approach to health and wellness to improve the quality of lives of those around her. With a love of weightlifting, running with her pup, and snowboarding, Hannah uses her Master’s Degree in Fitness and Wellness to guide those around her on their journey towards a healthier lifestyle. From commercial fitness centers to corporate environments to one-on-one interactions, Hannah’s 10 plus years of experience in the fitness realm helps to encourage and challenge the people that she meets – not only to achieve their goals but to become the best version of themselves!
Noelle is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor from St. Louis, MO. She provides therapy to adolescents and adults in individual and group settings. Prior to joining The Center for Mindfulness & CBT, Noelle worked as a Crisis Counselor for Crisis Text Line; as an intern at the Counseling and Social Advocacy Center at UMSL; and as an intern at St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute’s Intensive Outpatient Program for OCD and Anxiety-Related Disorders. There, she completed specialized training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), which is a powerful, evidence-based treatment for anxiety, depression, and more. She also specializes in mental health treatment for individuals with chronic pain conditions.
Katie is a mental health advocate with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. While she has a professional interest in sleep science as a critical component to mental health, she also has a personal interest in the subject due to her own struggle with sleep-related issues such as insomnia and chronic pain. Katie strongly believes that we are holistic beings significantly impacted by our lifestyle, including but not limited to, quality of sleep. Therefore, she is passionate about writing informative content that educates consumers on products that can contribute to a healthier lifestyle.
Hello mattressnerd Team.
My name is Jason. I am the brand operator of inofia mattress. Inofia mattress has sold more than 300 million US dollars in the US market in the past two years. Our mattress combines sponge foam and spring mixing, and the price is very low. If you are interested in our products, I can send you a sample of the hybrid mattress for free, please give me an objective and fair evaluation. Please let me know if you are interested.
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We are a new mattress company and would like to discuss having our mattress reviewed on your site.
Are you aware that DreamCloud is no longer selling its mattress in twin size? They are only offering twin xl, which is an extra $200 for five more inches in length. It is ridiculous and ought to be condemned on your website. Thank you.
Hi,
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I think that is something that works within the goals and content that you produce. We’d like to see if we can work together. Maybe you could give our sheets and sleep mist a try & review them?
Please let me know when would be a good time to chat to go over how we can collaborate.
Thank you for your time,
How do I access the user comments below? Looking for the answers to some of the questions.
I would like a mattress like the Hilton Serta Serenity, or Suite Dreams. Any idea what to look for in a store?
Fantastic site – thank you! When I figure out which mattress, I’ll be sure to use your links for the purchase.
Here’s a question: I’m sold on latex top and want to try it. But I want a firm base as well (my wife and I are side sleepers, but I prefer more of a firm feel). Should I go with latex-top over a firm inner-spring, or should I just buy the entire mattress made from latex?
I got the feeling reading here that memory foam will lose support over time, but I’m not sure if that’s the same with latex, hence my question.
Thanks!
Latex is must more resilient than memory foam. Getting coils underneath is just as good as getting latex as far as durability goes. The mattress just has a different overall feel if it’s all latex. Some people like that.
Thank you for the information on your site. After going to several local mattress stores and trying out mattresses we came back and did some research online and found your site. We ended up ordering from one the recommended sites you have and got the mattress we were looking for at a better price than local stores and plus a warranty included. (Was surprised to find out that for the same price as we ordered online, getting that same price in the stores did NOT include a warranty :-/ )
Thanks again.
Looking at st Regis King from Charles p Rogers. Any thoughts?
My problem is I am looking for a bed at vacation house currently and will not have a long break in/test period. This will be my bed when there so do want something comfortable….
Thank you for any help
John
I read your site and it’s really helpful — thank you! I do, however, have a couple of additional questions to which I couldn’t find the answer. (1) Many sites offer suggestions “if you’re concerned about all-natural materials.” But no one has addressed *if* I should be concerned with all-natural materials. Have there been any studies? Are there health risks associated with synthetics? (2) Do you recommend pillow tops? Or is that just a new invention to get people to pay more money? (3) Many companies offer free returns. But then what do they do with the mattresses? Re-sell them? Or add to earth’s waste? Recycle? THANK YOU!!!
1) I have never seen a study showing that synthetic materials are harmful for the end user. I’ve read studies that show there are some risks for the factory workers who are inhaling large amounts of the stuff every day as it’s being made. However, in my experience, it’s futile to try to change somebody’s mind on the issue.
2) Pillowtops are a cosmetic feature. That’s just when you sew a cord around the mattress and put an indent above it. You can make the exact same mattress, same height, same foams, everything, without the pillowtop.
3) That depends on the company. Generally, the mattress-in-a-box companies look to donate the mattress, and if there aren’t any in the area, they recycle them. Retail stores will often recycle the cheaper mattress, and resell the more expensive ones. (Note, they do not get resold as new. There are companies that specialize in refurbishing mattresses, and those mattresses are clearly labeled as refurbished. A company like Mattress Firm or Sleepy’s will sell their mattresses to one of those refurbishing companies for a steep discount, and they’ll clean it up and sell it).
Thank you very much — helpful!!
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