How long does a mattress last?

The mattress is a fundamental part of our lives since we spend approximately between 6 and 8 hours a day in bed. In addition, we have to take into account that all mattresses have an expiration date and that a longer or shorter duration of the same in optimal conditions for rest will depend on the quality and composition of the mattress we have.

Finding out if your mattress is still appropriate for rest is very important, since if not, it can cause very negative effects such as back ailments, muscle tension and other injuries that, to a greater or lesser extent, They will impact your quality of rest, your daily performance and your health. Well, are you ready to do the suitability test on your mattress? It is interesting to take these factors into account and realize before it is too late and some of the side effects of sleeping on an 'expired' mattress have affected us.

The quality of your mattress and reasons that led you to buy that one and not another

At the time of buying a mattress, one can more or less realize the quality of the mattress that they take home. An indication of this level of quality may be the price, and normally, mattresses that are categorized as 'cheap' without any other argument, need to be renewed more frequently than others with more reason. The fundamental reason is the duration of the ergonomic properties of the mattress core materials and it is logical to think that cheaper materials have a faster expiration date than other more complex and therefore more expensive materials.

Whether or not a mattress topper has been used

ASOCAMA experts have shown that the surface of the mattress throughout its useful life accumulates millions of bacteria that come, many of them, from the accumulation of sweat and release of microscopic organic particles, which when decomposed give rise to a series of bacteria and germs that can alter the health of our rest. These organisms accelerate the decomposition process of the ergonomic materials of the mattress padding, which are mainly what ensure that when we lie down we achieve a certain level of comfort when resting. When we use

mattress toppers

or mattress covers we are creating a physical barrier, which undoubtedly prevents or greatly hinders the entry of these bacteria into contact with the surface of the mattress, which prevents early deterioration of the mattress.

Maintenance of the mattress following the manufacturer's instructions It is essential to follow the instructions recommended by the mattress manufacturer on the label, so that a quality mattress 'uses up' its days at full capacity. Some actions that manufacturers usually indicate depending on the type and composition of the mattress that has been purchased are to turn and rotate or rotate the mattress from time to time. For example, symmetrical spring mattresses should be turned once every three months, to avoid premature sinking in the area of ​​the heaviest sleeper. In addition, it is important to follow the instructions when cleaning stains on the surface of the mattress, since in many cases, abrasive or very acidic substances can ruin the comfort of the mattress on which we sleep. The use that has been given to the mattress

Regardless of the expiration date that each of the mattress materials has, when determining the 'retirement age' of your mattress, it is important to evaluate the use that has been given to the mattress. Undoubtedly, a mattress that is used every day will have greater wear and tear than one that is only used occasionally or during vacation periods.

The bed base or base on which the mattress rests

El uso que se le haya dado al colchón

Independientemente de la caducidad que cada uno de los materiales del colchón tiene, a la hora de determinar la 'edad de jubilación' de tu colchón, es importante evaluar el uso que se le ha dado al colchón. Indiscutiblemente un colchón que se usa todos los días, va a tener un desgaste mayor que uno que sólo se utiliza puntualmente o en periodos vacacionales.

El somier o base sobre el que se apoya el colchón

And of course, it is essential to determine how long a mattress will last in perfect condition for rest, to provide it with an adequate base for optimal back support. This will prevent unexpected premature deformations in the mattress and will also allow us to get the most out of our rest equipment. The best way to find the ideal resting base for your mattress is to follow the advice of your mattress seller.

If there is no good support, the mattress ends up deforming prematurely, negatively affecting rest.

When is it considered necessary to change the mattress?

Despite performing perfect maintenance and having protected the mattress correctly, wear and tear is inevitable as it is an object that we use every day. Over time, all mattresses present what is known as the "footprint effect", which is caused by sinking into the rest area. A sinking of more than 3 cm is considered harmful to health and is reason enough for immediate replacement of the mattress.

At Colchón Exprés we always recommend replacing the mattress after 8 years of use and always before 10 in order to maintain the quality of rest and avoid problems of health.