Top Tips To Extend The Life Of Your Mattress

Mattresses can be a very expensive investment, one which may be too expensive for people during the current economic downturn. However, on the other hand a good quality mattress which isn't too worn is essential to your general health, with the vast majority of sleeping complaints actually caused by a poor quality mattress.

Therefore with new mattresses requiring quite an expensive outlay, extending the life of your mattress can be very helpful.

Here are some top tips on how to extend the life of your mattress:

- The top tip is to prevent kids from using the mattress as a trampoline. Don't let them jump on it as this is the quickest way to age the mattress and cause it to become lumpy and unsupportive.

- Similarly, never stand on a mattress as this put unnecessary strain on it. If possible try to also avoid sitting on the edges - just using it for sleeping will extend its life.

- During the first 3 months you have a new mattress rotate it 180 degrees (so the foot of the mattress is now at the head) every two weeks. At the same time also flip the mattress so you sleep on both sides.

- After the first 3 months of owning a new mattress repeat the above every two months

- Mattresses also need support so use a bed frame which has a centre support. This will support the mattress in the centre, helping it last longer as it's put under less strain.

- Finally, if your mattress does become a little worn you can always extend its life by purchasing a mattress topper. This goes on top of the mattress, often helping to make it more comfortable, and also gives the mattress an extra layer of protection, helping it last longer.

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