A mattress is an important investment to your health and sleep, so you will want to do everything you can to take care of your investment. Keeping your mattress looking and feeling like new requires regular maintenance. Not sure where to start? Check out these 4 easy tips for taking care of your mattress.
INVEST IN THE RIGHT BEDFRAME AND FOUNDATION
For all mattresses, but particularly for larger mattresses, like queen or king size sets, it is critical that one use a proper foundation with center support for comfort and proper support to prevent long term wear and even damage.
ROTATE AND FLIP
The majority of us tend to sleep on the same side of the bed in the same spot, night after night. This can cause uneven wear of the inner coils that provide support. Many mattresses these days are one-sided, giving you the limited option of only being able to rotate your mattress to help prevent uneven wear. But in premium quality, double sided mattresses, like those produced by Shifman, you can also flip your mattress to ensure the longest mattress lifespan possible, guaranteeing you years of comfort and support. The rule of thumb for flipping and rotating mattresses is to do so 2-4 times a year to extend the life of your mattress.
PROTECT WITH A MATTRESS PAD OR MATTRESS ENCASEMENT
By using a quality mattress protector or mattress encasement, you can ensure your mattress lasts longer. Mattress protectors decrease the wear of fabric, prevent liquid spills from damaging the materials, and keep your mattress clean and dust-mite free.
UPGRADE WHEN IT’S TIME
Even with the best care, your mattress will eventually wear out, usually after eight to 10 years. It may show wear (like coils poking through or saggy edges) or it may not. If you find that you’re waking up with an achy back or it’s simply not feeling as comfortable, it may be time to go shopping.