What Is the Lifespan of a Mattress?

The lifespan of a mattress depends on many factors, including how much you use it and how often you change the position of the mattress. Generally, you should get a new mattress when your current one shows signs of wear and makes it difficult to sleep.

Time Frame

The Better Sleep Council recommends replacing your mattress every five to seven years. But Consumer Reports magazine says a mattress can easily last 10 years or more if you treat it properly.

Considerations

Because your body tolerates less pressure as you age, Consumer Reports recommends anyone older than 40 stick to the five-to-seven-year replacement recommendation.

Identification

If your mattress has visible wear and tear, that's a sign it needs to be replaced, according to the Better Sleep Council. Waking up tired and sore is another indication your mattress is worn out.

Potential

There are several things you can do to make your mattress last longer, according to Consumer Reports. These include rotating the mattress every couple of months (both end-to-end and flipping it over if it's a double-sided mattress), and using a bed frame that has a center support.

Fun Fact

According to spineuniverse.com, the average person spends 1/3 of her life in bed.

References

• Mattress Lifespan
• When to Buy a New Mattress
• Mattress and Sleep Tips