Hi Roxanne,
I’m glad that you were able to use the information on the web site to make a purchase that you’re happy with. :cheer:
I need to clarify one of your statements here, specifically that I am a proponent of outlets.
In the link I provided you for the Nashville area, I specifically listed in my description for the store you visited: I would avoid the major brand and liquidation mattresses that they also carry.
Many stores that advertise themselves as “clearance” or “outlets” are often selling items that the manufacturer does not warranty, and while these stores can provide any story about where their products originated (“scratch and dent” is the most common description), you really have no idea of what the previous use was of this item.
There is more information about some of the things to check for if someone is considering buying a used mattress in post #2 here . If someone is considering buying a mattress from a liquidator or clearance store that sells used/returned/smudged/scratch and dent mattresses without a warranty then there is more here and here and here that I would have people read before considering a purchase.
Personally, I would be very cautious about buying a “damaged”, or a used mattress that someone has returned for “unknown” reasons (such as a comfort return or warranty return). I would consider it to be a “buyer beware” purchase (see post #8 here).
I’m glad that you are happy with your purchase and I hope that it provides you with many years of comfortable use!
Phoenix