New Zealand Bed Company Northwood is a bed and mattress shop at Shop M2/1 Radcliffe Road in Belfast, Christchurch, holding a 4.8 Google rating, with details at nzbeds.co.nz. Mattress shopping rewards patience. Firmness labels vary between brands, so the only real test is lying down in your usual sleeping position for five or ten minutes; side sleepers generally need give at the shoulder and hip, while back and stomach sleepers often suit something firmer. The base matters too, as a worn one can shorten a new mattress's life, and it pays to ask about trial periods and warranties before committing. Regulars know a mattress should be rotated every few months to even out the wear. For Northwood and Belfast households, this well-rated showroom sits on Radcliffe Road, a handy local stop when a new bed is due.