Is It Time to Replace Your Mattress?
We’ve all heard the statistic: we spend about one-third of our lives in bed. It makes sense to want to make the most of that time, no? Waking up with back pain and an urgent need for another several hours of sleep isn’t on anyone’s wish list.
Knowing when your mattress needs replacing can be tricky, because it can depend a lot on how often you use it, how well you take care of it and the quality of the actual mattress. We want to make it easier for you!
6 Reasons to Invest in a New Mattress
It’s seven years old
According to the Better Sleep Council, it’s advisable to replace your mattress at least every seven to 10 years. This is the average lifespan of most quality mattresses, and like any product that gets used daily (or nightly, in this case), it will become less effective over that period of time.
You’re waking up with back pain
One of the top reasons people choose to invest in a new mattress is back pain. If you don’t have enough support when you sleep, you’re more likely to develop stiffness in your neck, back and elsewhere in your body. That’s a sign your current mattress may have outlived its usefulness.
Your mattress squeaks excessively
Excessive squeaking from a mattress is a sign the springs aren’t working the same way they used to. Those are important for a coil or hybrid mattress to function properly.
Your mattress has a noticeable sag
No surprise there - anything we lay on for hours at a time on a nightly basis is bound to have an indent sooner or later. If it’s very visible, though? It’s a sure sign it’s not providing the same level of support you need for a good night’s sleep.
Your dust allergies are getting worse
Mattresses that don’t have a protector on top collect a LOT of dust over time. If your nose is running more often at nighttime, it could mean your mattress is too dusty and needs to be replaced.
Conclusion
These are just some of the reasons you might want to replace your mattress. Do you recognize yourself in any of those reasons? No problem - our FREE to use BedMatch technology can help you take the guesswork about which mattress is right for you. Stop by our showroom or Request a Consultation online to see how easy it is!