Buying a new mattress is one of those purchases that’s easy to put off and easy to get wrong. Spend too little and you’re back shopping in two years; buy blind online and you might never have lain on the thing. If you’re in Johannesburg, the good news is you can do both, research properly and test before you buy. Here’s how to go about it.

Start with how you sleep, not the price tag

Before you compare prices, get clear on two things: your sleeping position and your firmness preference.

Side sleepers often prefer a bit more give through the shoulders and hips, think medium to plush.
Back and stomach sleepers tend to prefer a firmer feel.
Couples frequently settle on medium-firm as a fair middle ground, especially where one partner moves around during the night.

There’s no single “best” mattress, only the one that suits your body and habits. That’s exactly why testing matters, which we’ll come to.

Mattress sizes available in South Africa

South African beds come in standard length (188 cm) and extra length (200 cm). The full range:

Single: 92 × 188 cm
Three-quarter: 107 × 188 cm
Double: 137 × 188 cm
Queen: 152 × 188 cm
King: 182 × 188 cm

If you’re tall, extra length is worth it. You can browse mattresses by size and brand here, or look at complete bed sets if you need a base too.

Buying online vs visiting a showroom

Online shopping is convenient and lets you compare easily. But a mattress is one of the few things genuinely worth lying on first, five minutes on a bed tells you more than five reviews.

If you’re in or near Johannesburg, you can do both: shortlist online, then come and test your picks in person. Our showroom in Randburg, at Northlands Deco Park, is owner-run, so you’re talking to someone who actually knows the floor, with no scripted upselling. It’s easy to reach from Fourways, Sandton, Roodepoort and the rest of Johannesburg North.

Brands worth knowing

A few names you’ll come across locally:

Beyond Sleep: our exclusive house brand, made to hotel-quality standards and sold direct, so you skip the middle-man markup. Available firm through plush.
Restonic: a South African name since 1938, known for pocket-spring construction and good motion isolation.
Genessi: part of the KAP Bedding Group, with strong support systems popular among couples.
Cloud Nine: over 50 years of local manufacturing and a wide comfort range.

Delivery across Gauteng: what to expect

We deliver throughout Gauteng: Randburg, Johannesburg, Fourways, Sandton, Roodepoort and surrounds, for a flat R400 delivery fee. We don’t currently deliver outside the province. Full details are on our delivery page. Prefer to collect? You’re welcome to fetch from the Randburg store.

Buying in bulk for guesthouses or rentals

Furnishing a guesthouse, student residence or rental? We supply beds and mattresses in volume at competitive pricing. Tell us the spec and quantity and we’ll put together a tailored quote, request one here.

Come and see us in Randburg

You’ll find our showroom at 16 Avant-Garde Ave, Northlands Deco Park, Randburg, Gauteng, 2169, central to Johannesburg North and easy to reach from across the metro.

Frequently asked questions

Can I buy a mattress online and still test it first?

Yes: shortlist online, then come and lie on your picks at our Randburg showroom before deciding.

How much is delivery in Johannesburg?

A flat R400 anywhere in Gauteng, including the greater Johannesburg area.

What’s the difference between standard and extra length?

Standard mattresses are 188 cm long; extra length are 200 cm, better for anyone tall.

Do you supply beds in bulk?

Yes, for guesthouses, lodges, residences and corporate accommodation. Request a bulk quote.

Ready to find yours? Answer four quick questions in our mattress finder to get a shortlist from our range, or compare two mattresses side by side before you decide.