Signs you need to replace your mattress

The primary use of a mattress is to make you feel refreshed after a hectic day of work. However, if you are not sleeping well lately, then there must be something your body is trying to say. Your body may notice when you need to replace your mattress before your eyes do. But how do you know for sure that you need a new one? Here are some signs you should look for to know that the time has come to replace your mattress.


 Age of the mattress

 Every mattress has a lifespan. Most manufacturers suggest that the average mattress life cycle is 8 to 10 years. Of course, the life of a mattress depends on whether or not it receives regular proper care and maintenance. Investing in a quality mattress is crucial as it will affect how long the mattress will last and how good it is for your body. As your old mattress is exposed to dust, humidity, and changing temperatures for a long time, it can lead to allergies and infections. Therefore, you should consider buying a new mattress as soon as you no longer feel comfortable on the one you own.

 

Wake up in pain

 Your mattress is an essential part of your life. A place where you head to when you need to rejuvenate. However, when you wake up each day feeling sore, you probably need to consider replacing your mattress. When your mattress no longer supports your body and aids proper spine alignment, it is time to replace your old mattress. Getting up with stiff back and body pain could be the first sign that you need to start looking for a new one.

 

Saggy mattress

When your mattress starts to show signs of wear and tear, it’s time to replace it. As we spend most of our time on our beds, sleeping on one spot continuously for years can make your mattress sag. A saggy mattress can affect your night sleep resulting in backache. If your mattress has started to sag more than 1-2 inches, it is a sign to replace your mattress asap.

 

Sound of your mattress

 If your innerspring mattress makes a loud creaky noise every time you toss and turn on our bed is a reminder that you need to replace your mattress pronto. When the innerspring coils start pressing your body, making it difficult to sleep, it is time you should consider getting a replacement. 

Of course, things like stress or poor sleep hygiene can keep you up at night. But if you’re tossing and turning into the wee hours, chances are your mattress no longer provides you with the comfort it once used to. Other visible signs like tears, ripping, holes, stains, lumps, etc. suggest that your mattress has worn out.

 Pro tip:

Try sleeping on some other mattress and see if you get a good sleep experience. Your old mattress needs a replacement if you wake up feeling refreshed and energetic in the morning.

 Now that you know the signs that your mattress needs an upgrade, this festive season is the best time to gift yourself a new one.



 

 

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