Buy a $3,000 suit, and you’re not going to wad it up in the corner of your room after you’re done wearing it. Buy a $30,000 car, and you’re not going to take it to the demolition derby. When we spend substantial sums of money on important items in our lives, we try to take care of them as best we can, and get the longest life from them as possible. Why is it then, that despite the cost and impact mattresses have on our lives, we rarely take any extra time to get the most out of them?
These tips can help you extend the life of your mattress and maximize your investment.
Keep it Covered – Investing in a mattress cover will cost barely a fraction of the actual mattress’ price, but can make a difference between it staying in your bedroom and winding up on the curb. Covers can protect against spills, accidents, and dirt in general, which can age a mattress prematurely.
Don’t Abuse It – This may seem like common sense, but people often damage their mattresses using them in ways they weren’t intended to be used. Ultimately, mattresses are only meant for sleeping, and as such, watching TV and movies, snacking, and horsing around with the kids will all add up and shorten the life of the bed. Also, when moving it, take care not to carry it by the handles on the sides. On traditional mattresses, these are designed to help adjust the mattress’ placement on the foundation – not for carrying it.
Rotate It – If you have a foam mattress, or a traditional mattress that can be flipped, occasionally doing so can help spread out the wear and tear, extending its life. Of course, be careful when moving it, as mentioned above!
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Article submitted by The Foam Factory, an online retailer of foam mattresses, memory foam and latex toppers, and other bedding products, helping people get a refreshing, relaxing night’s sleep for more than 30 years.
