Fewer things are sweeter in life than trolling through the internet in search for your next furniture or homeware purchase, only to see it all set up in your home exactly how you imagined it.
It’s even better when you buy from Aussie brand Koala (known for its cult mattress-in-a-box) that is currently offering up to 30 per cent off for Afterpay Day. The brand basically has every item you need to fill the house, ranging from:
- Mattresses, bed linen and bed bases
- Sofas, sofa beds, bookshelves and other living room items
- Baby and kids mattresses, cots and beds
- Homewares
- Office and dining furniture
- Bundles
Plus, you will save on Koala sale items with environmentally-friendly bundles, each featuring their top-rated, award-winning products. When they ship the items together, they reduce environmental impact and costs, allowing them to share the savings with you.
So, whether you’re in the market for a new sofa bed or an award-winning mattress, read on for our top picks from Koala’s collection that boast affordability, style and durability.
Our top picks from Koala’s Afterpay Day sale
Koala Modern sofa (5.5-seater), $1436.50 (usually $1690)
Available as a sofa, chaise or corner and seating up to 5.5 people, the 2024 Product Review award-winning Modern sofa boasts comfortable luxury. It provides the perfect amount of plushness and support thanks to the foam support and comfort layer. It also completely disassembles and reassembles quickly, perfect for when you’re relocating and want to take your much-loved couch with you.
Plus, if you need a leg rest or an extra seat, you can purchase the matching Modern Sofa ottoman, which is currently $450. With a five-year warranty and 120-night trial, it’s a risk-free living room upgrade.
“We put it together in 20 minutes which was super easy,” one of the hundreds of five-star reviewers wrote. “The luxe fabric is beautiful. It’s very comfortable and the perfect size for our family plus fur babies.”
Key features:
- Removable covers
- Made from sustainable materials
- Available in five colours
- Perfect plushness with no sinking
- 120-night trial
- Five-year warranty
- Fast and flexible delivery
Cushy sofa bed (queen), $1592 (usually $1990)
Perhaps the prettiest plush sofa bed we’ve come across in recent times, the Cushy comes in six homey shades (plus two luxe edition boucle hues) and folds out into a bed in seconds. But this couch isn’t all about aesthetics — it has an integrated Kloudcell topper, which means lounging and sleeping on it feels exactly like resting on one of Koala’s best-selling mattresses.
As the winner of the Product Review 2023 Award and recipient of over 1000 five-star reviews, this is a cult favourite sofa bed.
“Super easy to assemble and move,” wrote one satisfied reviewer. “It is a super comfy couch (have fallen asleep on it many times) and an equally comfy pull out bed! Very impressed!”.
Key features:
- Three different sizes — single, double and queen
- Transforms into a bed in seconds
- Integrated Kloudcell topper
- Comes with multipurpose pillows
- Available in five standard colours and two luxe edition boucle colours
- 120-night trial
- Five-year warranty
- Fast and flexible delivery
The Koala mattress (queen), $1000 (usually $1250)
The Koala mattress is the bedroom staple that first saw the brand’s success in the Aussie homes market. This recently upgraded mattress-in-a-box features a dense foam topper, a flippable comfort layer (firm or medium-firm), a TENCEL lyocell cover, three-zone support, zero partner disturbance and antimicrobial protection.
Plus, you can now even customise your mattress with the partner preference option, which is an optional comfort layer that is half firm and half medium-firm. With over 1.3k five-star reviews onsite, it’s not hard to see that this mattress is a consumer favourite.
“This is our second purchase and we can’t rate them highly enough,” wrote a five-star reviewer. “Such fast service and everyone who tries the mattress agrees on how comfortable it is. We have two more rooms yet to go. They will all have Koalas.”
Key features:
- Upgraded mattress has 17 per cent more Kloudcell
- Flippable firmness
- Partner preference — half firm and half medium-firm
- Zero partner disturbance
- 120-night trial
- Five-year warranty
- Fast and flexible delivery
Balmain bed base (queen), $892.50 (usually $1050)
A contemporary addition to any bedroom, the Balmain bed base features solid American ash legs in a warm tone — a practical and chic pick to go with your new mattress. But while it looks simple, a lot of thought has gone into the design of this mattress.
For starters, the leg spacing and side rail height allow for the perfect amount of space for storage tubs to slide in underneath so you can maximise your space. You also don’t need any tools to assemble it — simply click on all the parts and your bed base will come together in minutes. You’ll also love that it’s crafted from wood certified to FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) standards, which means it comes from responsibly managed forests.
“The Koala Balmain Bed Base is a game-changer, one five-star reviewer exclaimed. “Setting it up is a breeze with no tools required, and it’s impressively sturdy. The sleek design effortlessly complements any décor, and its versatility accommodates various mattress types. Beyond its aesthetics, Koala’s commitment to sustainability shines through. In under 15 minutes, I had a stylish, eco-friendly bed base that enhances both my sleep and the environment. Highly recommended for those seeking convenience, durability, and elegance!”
Key features:
- Simple and compact design
- Ample storage space underneath
- Crafted from FSC-certified wood
- Available in five sizes — single, king single, double, queen and king
- Floating bedside table attachments available to purchase separately
- Easy to assemble, no tools required
- 120-night trial
- Five-year warranty
- Fast and flexible delivery
The Koala pillow, $131.75 (usually $155)
The Koala pillow has several accolades in its pocket, like the winner of the 2021 and 2022 Canstar Blue ‘Most Satisfied Customers’ Award in the pillow category. So, what makes this memory foam pillow so irresistible? For starters, it has a flippable soft and firm side, meaning it’s suitable for every sleeper and position. It’s also been designed with firmer outer edges to offer unmated neck support. Plus, the gel-infused memory foam moves heat and moisture away to promote ventilation, keeping your head nice and cool throughout the night.
With over 4.7k five-star reviews, it’d be hard not to invest in one of these pillows.
“Perfect pillow, my sleeping pattern is great and I’m not waking up with neck aches and pains and headaches like pre my new pillow,” wrote a five-star reviewer.
Another person said: “In the enteral search for the perfect pillow the koala firm/soft is the best I have found after decades of dedicated searching.”
Key features:
- Australia’s number one-rated pillow
- Flippable firmness
- Firmer outer edges for neck support
- Gel-infused memory foam dissipates heat and moisture
- 120-night trial
- Fast and flexible delivery
Outback natural rug, $297.50 (usually $350)
Paying homage to the Aussie outback, this 100 per cent jute rug features earthy textures and tones that elevate any space and seamlessly fit within any coastal home. Handmade by artisans from 100 per cent jute, a natural and biodegradable fibre, this rug has been designed to last years and years.
Key features:
- Made from 100 per cent jute
- Handmade by artisans
- 120-night trial
- Fast delivery Australia-wide
- One-year warranty
What does Koala do with returned mattresses?
According to its website, the team at Koala cleans and assesses their returned products. From there, the products are either donated to charity partners, sent to the Koala Second Home or are recycled into carpet underlay.
Does Koala ever have sales?
Keen to get your hands on Koala pieces all while saving money? The Australian brand is no stranger to offering discounts across their mattresses, bedding, furniture and homewares. Koala also participates in big sale events throughout the year, like Black Friday, Boxing Day, Afterpay Day and EOFY. It’s a good idea to sign up to their newsletter so you’re the first to hear about upcoming promotions.
Looking to save money on your redecorating? Check out our coupon codes for Koala and more.
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