EJ Schrader Mattress Review
EJ Schrader is a fourth-generation West Palm Beach factory that has hand-built mattresses since 1956. The lines include 1664, Superba, latex, memory and ultra-premium Artisan, plus custom boat and RV sizes. You buy factory-direct, from about $540 to over $4000. It's ideal if you're a Florida shopper who wants flippable two-sided and custom-size craftsmanship over bed-in-a-box convenience.
Is EJ Schrader the best mattress for you?
Good fit if you want
- South Florida shoppers who want a locally hand-built innerspring
- A flippable double-sided mattress
- Custom-size boat and RV mattresses from a 1956 family factory
Look elsewhere if you need
- Published firmness ratings
- Foam certifications
- An online sleep trial with free returns
- Nationwide showrooms and delivery
Compare the EJ Schrader mattresses
| Model | Feel | Height | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1664A pillow-top over classic coils, pitched for back sleepers and spinal alignment. It's the flagship residential model. | Pillow-top | Not published | From $1440 |
| ArtisanThe ultra-premium top of the line. The brand doesn't publish detailed layers (checked September 2026). | Not published | Not published | From $4090 |
| AvantiThe entry innerspring. The brand doesn't publish details (checked September 2026). | Not published | Not published | From $540 |
| Back-SustainerA support-focused innerspring. The brand doesn't publish details (checked September 2026). | Not published | Not published | From $750 |
| Diamond SuperbaThe upgraded Superba family. The brand doesn't publish details (checked September 2026). | Not published | Not published | From $1510 |
| Lady De'A premium comfort model. The brand doesn't publish details (checked September 2026). | Not published | Not published | From $1890 |
| SuperbaA double-sided, flippable traditional innerspring with a tight quilted top for extended use. | Not published | Not published | From $1005 |
| Superba-LatexA latex-comfort Superba variant. The brand doesn't publish the full layers (checked September 2026). | Latex comfort | Not published | From $1340 |
| TranscendA premium model. The brand doesn't publish details (checked September 2026). | Not published | Not published | From $1925 |
| U-DreamA mid-premium comfort model. The brand doesn't publish details (checked September 2026). | Not published | Not published | From $1440 |
Which mattress suits your sleep needs?
If you sleep on your back, consider the 1664 pillow-top, which is marketed for back sleeping and spinal alignment. If you're on a budget, the Avanti and Back-Sustainer are the lowest-priced options. If you want flippable longevity, the Superba's double-sided design gives balanced wear. If you like a latex feel, look at the Superba-Latex.
If you want luxury, look at the Lady De', Transcend and Artisan at the top prices. Boat and RV owners can get custom marine sizes. The brand doesn't publish firmness, cooling, motion isolation or edge support ratings (checked September 2026), so test in store and ask staff for guidance.
Mattress prices and value
Residential starting prices on schraderbeds.com in September 2026 are Avanti from $540, Back-Sustainer from $750 and Superba from $1005. Superba-Latex starts at $1340, U-Dream at $1440 and 1664 at $1440. Diamond Superba starts at $1510, Lady De' at $1890, Transcend at $1925 and Artisan at $4090. Sizes run Twin through California King. A 5-inch low and 9-inch high foundation start at $300 each, and a protective cover starts at $115.
The value is factory-direct hand-building and custom sizing, not discount direct-to-consumer pricing. The final price varies by size and customization, so confirm with the factory.
What are the mattresses made of?
Per the official model blurbs, these are traditional innerspring and coil builds with quilted tops and pillow-tops. The Superba is double-sided and flippable with a tight quilted top. The 1664 pairs a cushioned pillow-top over resilient coils. The Superba-Latex includes latex comfort.
The brand doesn't publish full top-to-bottom layer specs, foam densities, coil counts, gauges, ticking fibers or fire barrier (checked September 2026). It doesn't publish certifications such as CertiPUR-US, GOTS, GOLS or OEKO-TEX.
How well do the mattresses hold up?
The Superba is marketed as double-sided and flippable for balanced wear and extended use. The brand stresses hand-built Florida construction since 1956 as a fourth-generation family business.
The brand doesn't publish independent durability testing, expected lifespan, sagging thresholds or long-term owner reports (checked September 2026). We found no warranty term length to back up longevity. Ask the factory about rebuild, re-tufting and comfort-adjustment services.
Customer reviews and complaints
The brand doesn't publish third-party ratings, review counts or complaint trends for EJ Schrader mattresses (checked September 2026). We couldn't verify Yelp, BBB or Houzz pages, and we found no independent mattress-review scores. We couldn't verify any recurring comfort, sagging, delivery or service complaints. The official site doesn't publish customer reviews.
Visit the showroom, ask for references and confirm terms directly with the factory at (561) 585-2139.
Where can you try and buy?
As far as we found, it's factory-direct only. The EJ Schrader Custom Mattress Company showroom is at 6601 Norton Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33405. One site section shows it as 6501 Norton Ave. Call (561) 585-2139. Hours are Monday to Thursday 7:30am to 4pm and Friday 7:30am to 3pm. Saturday and Sunday are by appointment only.
You can also buy online in the residential collection at schraderbeds.com. We found no other authorized retailers, marketplaces or try-in-store partners. Confirm current showroom access before you visit.
Delivery, setup and removal
The brand doesn't publish standard delivery zones, shipping costs, handling times, white-glove setup or old-mattress removal terms (checked September 2026). It's a West Palm Beach factory with custom and marine sizes, so delivery is likely local and custom-quoted.
Confirm the delivery area, fees, lead times for custom sizes, stair and boat-access logistics and haul-away directly with the factory.
Sleep trial and returns
The brand doesn't publish a sleep trial length, return window, exchange policy, restocking fees, return shipping costs or condition requirements (checked September 2026). We found no trial, returns or exchanges page on the official pages.
Assume custom sizes may be final sale unless stated otherwise. Get trial, comfort-exchange and refund terms in writing before you order.
Warranty
The brand doesn't publish a warranty length, sagging coverage depth, prorated or non-prorated terms, foundation requirements or claim process (checked September 2026). We found no warranty page on the official pages.
Ask the factory for a written warranty statement. It should cover indentations, coil defects, seams and latex or pillow-top compression, plus what voids coverage.
EJ Schrader vs. other brands
Against national innerspring brands, EJ Schrader offers local hand-built and flippable two-sided options instead of mass-produced one-sided lines. But it has no published specs, trials or warranties. Against bed-in-a-box direct brands, it's better for custom sizes and in-person factory service. It's worse for online convenience and trial returns.
Against Florida custom shops, the craft and marine specialization are comparable, so compare lead times and written terms. Against marine specialists, it offers an integrated residential plus boat and RV custom shop.
How we put this review together
We read the brand's own product, policy and warranty pages, then checked retailer listings and public complaint sites like the Better Business Bureau. We last checked everything here in September 2026. Prices and policies change, so confirm them on the seller's page before you buy. You can read more in our methodology and editorial policy.
- schraderbeds.com
Quick answers before you buy
Where is EJ Schrader made?
It's hand-built in West Palm Beach, Florida, by a fourth-generation family business operating since 1956.
How much do EJ Schrader mattresses cost?
Residential models list from about $540 for the Avanti to $4090 for the Artisan. Most core models run $1005 to $1925 before size and customization.
Are Superba mattresses flippable?
Yes. The official Superba page describes a double-sided traditional innerspring with a tight quilted top, designed to flip for balanced wear.
Does EJ Schrader make boat and RV mattresses?
Yes. The brand lists Boat and RV plus Marine mattresses and custom upholstery alongside its residential lines.
Is there a sleep trial or warranty?
The brand doesn't publish trial, return or warranty terms (checked September 2026). Contact the factory in writing before you buy.
Where can I buy?
Buy factory-direct at the West Palm Beach showroom or at schraderbeds.com. We found no other retailers.