Do you wonder how often you should change your mattress? This is one of the most common questions our customers ask us, either because they're not sure if it's time to buy a new mattress or because they want to know roughly how long they can expect to enjoy their new mattress.
Of course, the higher the quality of the product we've chosen for our sleep, the longer it will last. However, there are many other factors that can shorten or prolong the lifespan of our mattress.
In this article, we explain how long a mattress lasts and what factors affect it. We also provide all the tips to know if it's time to replace it or not. Finally, we advise you on how to choose mattresses of one type or another depending on the use you'll give it.
How long does a mattress last and what factors affect it
As a general rule, keep in mind that any mattress lasts a maximum of 10 years. After a decade of use, regardless of its quality or cost, none maintains its original properties.
On average, we could place the useful life of a mattress between eight and ten years. Bear in mind that with use, its components gradually lose quality, which not only affects comfort but can also harm our back health.
The lifespan of mattresses mainly depends on four key factors. These are:
- Quality: Higher-end options are made with better quality materials that withstand the test of time and the pressure our bodies exert on them when we rest. You can enjoy them for a longer time in optimal conditions, with less deterioration and without sinking almost completely under weight.
- Maintenance: Proper use of our mattress is essential if we want to extend its lifespan. Our advice is to pay attention to the manufacturer's recommendations. For example, in the case of spring mattresses, it's recommended to flip and rotate them regularly.
- Support: It's as important to have a good mattress as it is to accompany it with a base tailored to it. If the base on which we place it is in poor condition, it will wear out more quickly, affecting our rest.
- Hygiene: Using a mattress topper is essential to maintain optimal cleanliness conditions. It's also advisable to vacuum it periodically to remove dust mites.
How to know if you should change your mattress
There are three main reasons why we should change our mattresses: deterioration, loss of performance, or for hygiene reasons.
The first thing to consider is that all mattresses, regardless of their quality or the money we've invested in them, deteriorate over time. Even if you don't use it every day, you should keep it for a maximum of ten years.
Linked to the first reason is the second, deterioration ultimately leads to a loss of performance and features of the mattress. Generally, this translates into gradual deformation. If you notice that it sinks too much when you lie down on it or, worse, that it doesn't regain its shape when you get up, it's time to buy a new one.
Finally, regarding hygiene, it's important to consider that, even if we clean it often, the dust, sweat, dead skin, or dust mites accumulate in the mattress. This is an especially important point for people with allergies.
How to choose the type of mattress according to its use
When choosing a mattress, you'll encounter numerous options. For example, if you're going to use it as a couple and there's a difference in size and weight between both, undoubtedly the best choice is a pocket spring mattress. While those with back pain will undoubtedly appreciate a good viscoelastic mattress that adapts to the curve of their body without losing firmness.
On the other hand, those looking for an option with a good lifespan; a good mattress they can enjoy every day for years, should opt for latex or high-quality memory foam options. Thanks to their memory effect, they adapt to our body but regain their shape as soon as we get up; preventing excessive deformation over time.
At Vilma Sleep, we've created a comprehensive guide on how to choose the right mattress. In it, we tell you what characterizes different types of mattresses, the differences between them, and when to opt for each option. We also recommend what to do if you suffer from back pain or if you're looking for an option for the little ones in the house. Take a look and discover how to find the perfect companion for your rest!
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