Top 5 Things to Do Before Buying New Furniture or a Mattress

Shopping for new furniture or a mattress is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming with so many options out there. The right preparation makes all the difference. At Mattress & Furniture Super Center in Tampa, Florida, we’ve helped thousands of families find the perfect pieces for their homes. Before you shop, here are the five most important things to do:

1. Measure Your Space Correctly

One of the most common mistakes shoppers make is buying furniture that doesn’t fit their room–or even through the doorway! Always measure your room, doorways, and hallways before shopping. Write down the dimensions and bring them with you to the store. This ensures your new sectional, bedroom set, or dining table will fit perfectly.

2. Test in Person Before You Buy

You can’t know how comfortable a mattress really is—or how supportive a sofa feels—without trying it yourself. Online shopping may be convenient, but nothing replaces sitting on a loveseat or lying down on a mattress. That’s why we keep over 135 name-brand mattresses and a full showroom of furniture ready for you to test in our massive showroom in New Tampa.

3. Focus on Quality & Durability

Your furniture and mattress should last for years, not months. Pay attention to the materials, construction, and feel of each piece. At Mattress & Furniture Super Center, we carry trusted, name-brand products like Ashley designed for comfort and long-term use—so you can invest in pieces that will serve your family well.

4. Decide on Your Style

Do you love a cozy farmhouse look? Prefer modern and sleek? Or maybe you want timeless, traditional pieces? Deciding on your style before shopping keeps you from getting overwhelmed. Our Tampa showroom has a wide variety of styles on display so you can see what feels right in person.

5. Plan for Delivery & Setup

Don’t forget the final step: getting your new purchase home! Before buying, consider whether you’ll need delivery, setup, or removal of your old mattress or furniture. At Mattress & Furniture Super Center, we offer convenient delivery services to make your shopping experience stress-free from start to finish.