Time to get a new mattress?

The bed we use every day is one of the most important pieces of furniture at home and in most cases much time and effort is put into considering both the design of the bed frame and the bedding used on it.

However it seems the statistics show quite a different trend is taking place with one of the most important aspects of the bed - the mattress.

Mattress example in white

According to recent reports, the vast majority of us are sleeping on mattresses that are either too old or not maintained properly and many people are ignoring the signs of bugs that might be living in them. There are lots of ways you can improve the hygiene of your mattress, not least by using the hoover on the surface to collect the dust particles that will have arrived during the night.

Mattress comfort is another consideration and I was surprised to read that some people are sleeping with a mattress that is the wrong size for the bed. I presume this is in an effort to save money and / or space (depending how the room is set up).

Checking the firmness of your mattress should also be considered when you are looking at purchasing one. Firmness will wear over time and typical signs of this include spring openings on the fabric and dips in the mattress itself.

Frankly, a mattress is not an expensive item to replace and if you already have a sturdy bed frame you might be able to replace it on its own. If you are looking for a whole new bed then most manufacturers will tell you to replace the mattress too, this way the new mattress can adapt to the new bed, rather than reforming based on the shape of the old one.

For more information on selecting the right mattress for your needs, speak to a specialist with a wide range of products available who should be able to provide you with some choices that are suitable for your needs.