Mattress Sampling and Approval Process for Bulk Orders
A sample is built to the specification, reviewed, adjusted and signed off. The signed sample becomes the reference for production.
Key points
- Adjust and approve. Changes are recorded and a revised sample is built if needed.
- Pilot run. For large orders a pilot run tests process and packing before the full production.
- What to check on a sample. Measure length, width and height; weigh it; press test each zone for firmness; check seams, zips and labels; open the cover to confirm the layer order; and leave it compressed or stacked overnight to see recovery.
- Why one signed sample matters. In bulk work, disagreements usually start with the words that is not what I approved .
- Detailed guidance. Plan sampling as a short project. Agree the specification, the number of sample rounds and who pays.
Build and review
The sample is built to your specification. You review feel, height, cover, labels and packing, and test it for your use.
Adjust and approve
Changes are recorded and a revised sample is built if needed. Approval is documented with photos and a signed sample is retained by both sides.
Pilot run
For large orders a pilot run tests process and packing before the full production.
What to check on a sample
Measure length, width and height; weigh it; press test each zone for firmness; check seams, zips and labels; open the cover to confirm the layer order; and leave it compressed or stacked overnight to see recovery. Record every result against the specification before signing.
An approval record
| Item | Specification | Sample result | Approved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length and width | State mm | Measured | Yes or no |
| Height | State mm | Measured | Yes or no |
| Weight | State kg | Measured | Yes or no |
| Firmness feel | Reference | Tested | Yes or no |
| Cover and label | Artwork | Checked | Yes or no |
Why one signed sample matters
In bulk work, disagreements usually start with the words "that is not what I approved". A signed sample, photographed and measured, turns that argument into a comparison. Keep one sample with the buyer and one with the manufacturer. If production drifts, both sides compare the unit with the sample, not with memories of a conversation.
Detailed guidance
Plan sampling as a short project. Agree the specification, the number of sample rounds and who pays. When the sample arrives, measure and weigh it, press-test each zone, inspect seams and open the cover to confirm layer order. Test it in real use for several days, ideally by the people who will use the product, and compare it with your reference mattress.
Record every finding against the specification and decide: approved, approved with named changes, or rejected. If changes are needed, update the specification and request a revised sample rather than agreeing changes by message. Sign the approved sample, photograph it and keep one each with the buyer and the manufacturer. Production should then refer to the approved sample by identifier. A pilot run before the full order tests the process and packing, not just the product.
Worked example (illustrative figures)
A hotel group approves a sample with a measured height of 250 mm, weight of 24 kg and a cover label photograph. In production, a unit measures 238 mm. Because the approved sample is on record, the buyer can show a 12 mm shortfall and ask for rework, instead of arguing over what "about 10 inches" meant.
Frequently asked questions
Who pays for samples?
Sample terms are stated in the quote.
Where do I send my requirements?
Use the bulk and export request form or message Sleepwit on WhatsApp. We reply with questions and a written quote; prices, minimums and lead times are confirmed in the quote.
Need a quote for this? Sleepwit manufactures and exports to specification. Send your requirements and we reply in writing.
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