To keep your mattress in good condition and promote even wear, you should rotate it from end-to-end at least every three months.
Rotating your mattress helps prevent body impressions and wear from concentrating in one area. This can prolong the life of your mattress and maintain consistent support over time.
Why Rotate Your Mattress?
Over time, continuous pressure from your body in the same spots can lead to dips or uneven surfaces on your mattress. Rotating the mattress distributes this pressure more evenly across the surface.
Benefits of regular rotation include:
- Even Wear: Prevents premature sagging in common sleeping areas.
- Extended Lifespan: Helps your mattress last longer by distributing stress.
- Improved Comfort: Maintains a more consistent and supportive sleeping surface.
Recommended Rotation Frequency
Based on best practices for mattress care, the general recommendation is clear:
| Task | Frequency | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Mattress Rotation | At least every three months | Rotate end-to-end |
Important: The provided reference states, "Regardless of the type of mattress you have, you should always rotate your mattress from end-to-end at least every three months." This is a standard guideline applicable to most mattress types.
How to Rotate Your Mattress
Rotating is a simple process:
- Remove all bedding (sheets, blankets, pillows).
- If your mattress has handles, use them carefully.
- Turn the mattress 180 degrees so the end that was at the head of the bed is now at the foot, and vice versa.
- Make the bed with clean bedding.
Note: This guidance applies to rotating your mattress end-to-end. Some older or specific mattress types might also benefit from 'flipping' (turning the sleeping surface over), but rotation is the most common recommendation for modern mattresses.
Regularly incorporating this simple task into your home maintenance routine can significantly impact your mattress's performance and longevity.
