About DoubleBed.au

Our Story

DoubleBed.au was born from a simple frustration that many Australians share: the overwhelming experience of shopping for a new bed. Back in 2020, our founder Sarah Mitchell spent three months researching double beds for her new apartment in Melbourne. She visited countless showrooms, scrolled through endless online listings, and read hundreds of reviews—only to feel more confused than when she started. The mattress jargon alone was enough to induce a headache: pocket springs versus memory foam, GSM ratings, comfort layers, edge support systems. It was clear that the bedroom furniture industry needed a translator.

That's when the idea for DoubleBed.au took shape. What if there was a trusted Australian resource that cut through the marketing speak and provided honest, practical guidance? A place where real people tested real beds and reported back with genuine insights, not sponsored content dressed up as advice. Sarah recruited her partner James, a furniture restorer with twenty years of experience working with timber bed frames, and her university friend Emma, who had worked as a physiotherapist specialising in sleep posture and spinal health. Together, they formed the core team behind what would become Australia's most trusted double bed resource.

Today, DoubleBed.au operates from our testing facility in regional Victoria, where we've evaluated over fifty double beds, mattresses, and bedroom furniture pieces. We purchase products at retail prices, use them in real-world conditions, and document everything from unboxing to long-term durability. Our team has expanded to include guest contributors who bring expertise in interior design, sustainable manufacturing, and accessibility requirements. But our mission remains unchanged: to help every Australian find a bed that fits their body, their bedroom, and their budget.

Our Testing Philosophy

We believe that the only way to truly understand a bed is to sleep on it—not just for one night, but for weeks. Our testing protocol involves a minimum of thirty nights on each mattress we evaluate, during which we track factors like temperature regulation, motion transfer, edge support, and comfort across different sleeping positions. For bed frames, we assess assembly difficulty, material quality, structural integrity, and long-term stability. We even conduct weight capacity tests that exceed manufacturer specifications to ensure the beds we recommend will stand up to real Australian households.

Importantly, we never accept free products or payments from manufacturers in exchange for reviews. When we recommend a product and you purchase through our links, we may earn a small commission from Amazon Australia. This affiliate relationship helps fund our operations, but it never influences our recommendations. We've given unfavourable assessments to products from major brands, and we've championed lesser-known options that deliver exceptional value. Our readers trust us because they know our only loyalty is to them.

Our Commitment to You

Every guide, comparison, and recommendation on DoubleBed.au is created with one goal: to save you time, money, and frustration. We remember what it felt like to be overwhelmed by choice, and we're committed to making your bed-buying journey as simple as possible. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking for an affordable frame, a couple searching for the perfect mattress, or a parent setting up a guest room, we're here to help you sleep better.

Have questions? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out through our contact page, and a real member of our team will get back to you. Because at DoubleBed.au, we're not just building a website—we're building a community of Australians who believe that everyone deserves a great night's sleep.

Meet Our Team

The people behind DoubleBed.au bring decades of combined experience in furniture, sleep health, and consumer advocacy.