Bed and mattress buying guides
Buying a new bed or mattress is a big decision, and Forty Winks is here to help you get it right.

Everything you need to know before you buy
Our buying guides make it easier to understand your options and make a more informed decision. You'll find practical advice on choosing a mattress, comparing bed sizes, understanding comfort and support, and caring for what you already own.
Have a read before heading in-store to try Forty Winks bedMATCH®, or shop online if that suits you better. Either way, our trusted Sleep Advisors are ready to help with any questions you may have.
Browse the guides below to find what you need.
Your bed and mattress questions, answered
The Forty Winks guides are your go-to hub for the questions that come up when buying a bed.
Size guide: Start here if you're wondering whether a queen or king suits your room. It helps you measure your space, compare standard Australian bed dimensions and plan for change, like moving a growing child into a king single or upgrading as a couple.
Feel guide: Use this to explore different mattress feels and understand what you prefer. It breaks down the comfort scale and explains the difference between comfort and support, and why both matter when choosing a mattress.
Bed buying checklist: This covers the details that are easy to forget, from doorway and stair access for delivery to matching your bedding to your new bed size.
Product care guides: Once your new bed is home, these answer your aftercare questions, including how often to rotate your mattress, how to treat stains and how to understand your warranty requirements.
Whatever stage you're at, start with the guide that matches your question and come back whenever you need it.
FAQs
If you're buying a new bed, start with the size guide, then the feel guide. Use the bed buying checklist before you purchase, and the product care guides once your new bed is home.
Yes. The guides are designed to help you shop with confidence however you buy. Check your size, understand the feel you need and work through the checklist before you order online or head into your local Forty Winks
No, but they're a great way to prepare. A little research before you visit means you'll know what to look for, and our trusted Sleep Advisors can help with the rest.
Our trusted Sleep Advisors are happy to help. Visit your nearest Forty Winks store or contact our team with any questions. Contact us is normally the quickest way