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354 questions from our users

NicSmi

NicSmiasked

Koala Mattress

I wake up really hot during the night. You mention there is a type of fabric that suits the Koala mattress best. Are you able to inform me of the best fabrics for my sheets to use with the Koala mattress?
Thanks, Nicole



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Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hey Nic!

We recommend using something with a lower thread count, generally the higher the thread count the less breathable the sheets are :)

Alison M.

Alison M.asked

Queen

Hi, I had my mattress delivered two nights ago. I am finding it very firm. I have woken up with a sore back both mornings. I also have noticed that the middle of the mattress is slightly higher than the sides, causing a slope. Will the mattress soften?



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Gaye
Gaye

Our mattress didn’t have a high spot in the middle - I wonder if you are used to a mattress that’s low on the middle, like most old ones are ?! Our adult son slept on the Koaka mattress in our spare room and it took him 3 days to get used to it.

Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hey Alison!

If you are still experiencing the firmness please email our team at [email protected] and the team will help you out with a solution for this :)

NP

NPasked

Koala Mattress

We have just purchased a koala mattress which is great and comfortable but it sits low on my bed frame and my side tables now look very tall. What would you recommend to use to lift the mattress?



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Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hey there

I am sorry to hear this. Could you possibly get a higher bedbase or pop higher legs on your base if they have legs.
I hope this helps !

Koala team

NP

NPasked

Koala Mattress

We have purchased a koala mattress which is great but the mattress sits very low compared to our old mattress our side tables now look very tall. Any suggestions? If I purchase a king base I a m concerned it will be too tall.

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Em P

Em Pasked

Koala Mattress

We bought our king size koala in Feb 19. We found it sank significantly where our bodies sleep. In August 19 we got a replacement (quick and easy btw) but now our replacement is doing the same thing. My partner is now having back troubles from sleeping on an uneven surface.

My question: how many times will koala replace a mattress?

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Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hey Em!

That's really not good to hear.

Can you please send us an email at [email protected] so our warranty team can get in touch with you?

Thanks heaps!

Teneille J.

Teneille J.asked

Queen

First night on our new koala mattress, and I haven’t slept a wink sadly, it’s nearly 5am and I’m far from rested. I feel extremely uncomfortable and am just about ready to go sleep on the air mattress in spare room. It’s like sleeping on a hard slab, my neck feels so unsupported. It stinks of chemicals. I’m trying not to feel disheartened as this held so much promise. We saved hard for this and now I’m having buyers regret. Will it get better, am I just needing to adjust to it? Is this a common problem?

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Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hey Teneille!

It does take about 14 days for your body to adjust to a new mattress, if after the 14 nights you are still feeling the same let us know and we can look into some other options for you.

Generally the first night will be the most difficult for some especially if you're coming from spring mattress.

Tanina M

Tanina Masked

Koala Mattress

Hi, I purchased a Koala Mattress and have slept on it 2 nights now, will it soften up, I sleep on both sides and my back, but my back is getting very sore and I’m waking up about 4:30am from a sore back. I’ve had a mattress topper on front the start, this isn’t helping, any suggestions ?

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Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hey Tanina!

It takes your body about 14 nights to adjust to a new mattress, if after 14 nights you are still feeling the same, let us know and we'll look into some other options for you :)

Tanina M
Tanina M

Thank you, I never knew it took 14 days on any mattress for your body to adjust and Koala sent me a soft mattress topper which in 2 nights has made an amazing difference to my sleep.

Helen

Helenasked

Koala Mattress

I am finding our new Koala mattress very hot (even though the temperature here has been quite cool) and am thinking of returning it. After reading that Tencel is cooling I bought a mattress protector but do not find it any better. Any suggestions before I decide to return it?

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Liz
Liz

I initially found it warm as well but Ive had the mattress for a few weeks now and it has been absolutely fine . I love my mattress so I hope it gets better for you

Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hello Helen, the Koala mattress shouldn't create or retain heat. Just to make sure: do you use your Koala mattress on a slatted bed base or a solid base with holes throughout? Ventilation is super important :-)

Helen
Helen

Hello, our Koala mattress is on an innerspring base (we had a double ensemble which I did not find too hot).
Someone has suggested trying a woolen underblanket but that sounds as though it would not help.

Daniel

Danielasked

Queen

Just ordered and received my Koala bed today - 3 hour turnaround time was amazing!

However.. dimensions are way off, my queen size bed is a full 5cm short on length, one side only 19cm thick, other side 21cm thick. Will it expand to quoted sizing over the next few days?

3 answers
Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hello Daniel, thank you for reaching out. Your foam will indeed still expand in the next couple of hours.
If by tonight it still short, could you please fill in the below form and we will assist:
https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/5221869/Koala-Mattress-Warranty-Au
Our email is [email protected] and we will get back to you from this email address.
Ben

Daniel
Daniel

Thanks for the quick response Ben, it's much appreciated. Unfortunately no change, so I've filled out the form and submitted photos. Kind Regards, Daniel

Koala
Koala S.Koala

Thank you Daniel, our team will be in touch with you very shortly :-)

Sally B.

Sally B.asked

Koala Mattress

How do the mattresses go for a couple with significant weight/size differences? Im 60kg and my husband is 135kg. Hoping to find a mattress that is comfortable for us both and doesnt develop deep body impressions over time.

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Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hello Sally,

Thank you for reaching out.

The mattress itself will actually distribute weight evenly - so this shouldn't happen!

your purchase is also covered by a 10 year warranty as well :)

Bundyrum

Bundyrumasked

Koala Mattress

Hi, can you roll-up a Koala mattress when not in use to store it long-term?.....I was thinking of using the likes of a belt and buckle system but i'm worried the mattress would de-form??

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Tammy E.
Tammy E.

I wouldn't think so. It would be quite hard to re role.

Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hey there! You would be able to fold it in half like a taco and secure it with some rope and/or tape :)

It's pretty much impossible to re-compress the mattress once it's been opened :)

Koala
Koala S.Koala

Also, if it's stored a very long time (over 6 weeks) then there is a chance the mattress could warp or de-form. If you do plan on storing it, it's probably best to cover it and leave it unfolded

Chelsea C

Chelsea Casked

Koala Mattress

What happens to the returned mattresses? Are they sold to new customers, is this why some people have found yellow stains on theirs?

1 answer
Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hey Chelsea,

All returned mattresses are donated to charity :) It is illegal to resell used mattresses.
The yellowing was a small batch of mattresses all manufactured around the same time having a reaction to the heat in the warehouse & the plastic it is wrapped in.

Hope this helps :) please do email us on [email protected] if you have any further questions

Tahlia G.

Tahlia G.asked

Koala Mattress

Are these mattresses ok for kids?

1 answer
Koala
Koala S.Koala

Yeah absolutely!

Leticia

Leticiaasked

Koala Mattress

I have a Koala matrtress for a year now and the mattress is starting to be a bit uneven. Both ends of the mattress where my partner and I sleep are lower than the middle like this /\. Is that anything I can do to make it better? Thanks

2 answers
jocden
jocden

I can't help you with this as we have only had ours for a few weeks. Our son has had his for 3 years but has not experienced your problem. You should contact Koala as you have only had your mattress for a year.

Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hey Leticia, this definitely shouldn't be happening! Could you flick a quick email over to our support team [email protected]

Gayle T.

Gayle T.asked

Koala Mattress

Are the koala mattresses suitable for very large men - 145kg

4 answers
Joshua A.
Joshua A.

I'm not 100% sure however I've read that it's no sagging and has a 10 year guarantee so should be fine.

Kerry
Kerry

I dont think so, I dont think the quality is there personally. Id try and go to a shop and get professional good advise. These are one fit for all and it just doesnt work in reality

Happy parent
Happy parent

Remember you have a few months to trial it and if you are not happy, you can send it back and you get your money back. That was a draw card for me.

Dianne

Dianneasked

Queen

We just purchased a koala mattress and bed. Who will pick up our old mattress

2 answers
Paul Fletcher
Paul Fletcher

Softlanding should send you an email after your purchase for a free pick up

Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hey Dianne,

In Sydney and Melbourne we've partnered with Soft Landing, a mattress recycling social enterprise, to offer a complimentary removal of your old mattress.

Once you've ordered your koala mattress, we'll send you the details to book your mattress pick up through Soft Landing.

Thanks!

ltruskett

ltruskettasked

Koala Mattress

I have a 9 months old, double bed koala mattress that I need to move. Can I fold it to get it into my SUV?
Many thanks
Linda

3 answers
Audrey
Audrey

Yes I moved my queen mattress by folding into an suv.

Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hey there :)

Yep you sure can, fold it in half like a giant taco & it should fit!

Thanks,

The Koala Team

ltruskett
ltruskett

Thanks so much!

Anne S

Anne Sasked

Koala Mattress

Can I use your mattress on a Plega Electric Bed that has settings for both raising the back and the foot of the bed.

1 answer
Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hey Anne,

Hope you are well :)

The mattress is suitable for an electric bed, we just ask for when the mattress is not in use for the bed to kept flat.

Hope this helps!

The Koala Team

Derek

Derekasked

Queen

I'd be interested to here from people who have had the mattress for a few years not just a few weeks. Foam tends to wear quickly and being all foam I have a feeling there would be massive changes in feel between when you first get the mattress to a few years down the track.

1 answer
Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hey Derek,

Hope you are having a great day :)

The Koala Mattress is covered by a 10 Year Full Replacement Limited Warranty. Our mattresses are built to last, and we proudly stand by this unbeatable warranty as proof of our confidence in the product.
You can read a little bit more about the warranty here: https://assets.koala.com/img/emails/Koala_Warranty/10YearLimitedMattressWarranty.pdf

Thanks!
The Koala Team

trev

trevasked

Koala Mattress

looking at buying one. not sure how long the mattress will hold shape as all reviews are recent. can someone tell us if they are still good after 7 or 8 years please?

1 answer
Koala
Koala S.Koala

Hey Trev!

Hope you are having a fab day :)

We have only been around for 4 years, but our mattresses are designed to last up to 10 years!
They come with a 10 year warranty & you can read a little bit more about what is covered in the link below:

https://assets.koala.com/img/emails/Koala_Warranty/10YearLimitedMattressWarranty.pdf

Thank you & please feel free to reach out to us on [email protected] if you have any further questions.

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