You might wash your sheets once a week, and you’re always mindful of when you need to wash your comforter, mattress topper, and your pillows. However, when was the last time you cleaned the actual mattress? There might be a few barriers between you and it, but it’s still important that you give it a once-over now and then. And if your mattress is hindering you from a restful sleep, it’s time to replace it with a high-quality one from JCPenney.
Why Clean your Mattress?
You spend at least eight hours a day in your bed — that’s a third of your life! You don’t want to spend such a huge chunk of your time lying on something that isn’t clean. Your mattress might contain dust mites, which feed off the dead skin that falls from your body when you sleep. Their excrement has a chemical in it that can trigger allergic reactions, headaches, and eczema. Gross, right?
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Dust mites aren’t the only potential problem, either. There may also be fungus and bacteria lurking in your mattress. No matter how clean you keep your body and your home, it’s still important for your health and your peace of mind that you clean your mattress on a regular basis.
How often should you Clean it?
Back when most mattresses were made so they could be turned over, conventional wisdom said that you should turn your mattress over twice a year — and clean it at the same time. You might no longer turn your mattress over, but the twice-a-year cleaning schedule is still a good one to stick to.
You can spot clean the mattress for stains as and when required. And use the upholstery attachment on your vacuum cleaner to go over the mattress’s entire surface once over at least every six months. Then, switch to the crevice tool and vacuum in all the little nooks and crannies that the upholstery attachment couldn’t get into. The more powerful your vacuum cleaner, the better. You might want to consider investing in a top-rated vacuum, like one from ionVac. It will help keep your entire home cleaner, not just your mattress.
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When is it Time to Replace your Mattress?
The most common rule of thumb for mattress replacements is seven to ten years. However, some low-quality mattresses will start to feel uncomfortable after just a few years, while high-end mattresses can last 10 years or more. There are many factors that come into play, so it’s usually best to look at indicators other than age when you’re deciding whether to replace your mattress. One being your sleeping habits and discomfort when trying to fall asleep. If you keep tossing and turning or wake up with a stiff back, the mattress is no longer smooth and supportive, and it’s time to start thinking about a replacement.
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Other variables that will affect how your mattresses ages are:
- How often it’s slept on?
- How many people sleep on it?
- Size of the mattress
- Weight and body type of the bed’s occupants
- Mattress care
- Mattress quality and construction
A new mattress is a big investment. Make sure your purchase lasts as long as possible by caring for your mattress properly at regular intervals. But when it’s time for a replacement, find the perfect mattress at JCPenney and share with us your finds by tagging #AllAtJCP. Then, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram to see if you get featured.
