7 Warning Signs You Need To Replace Your Mattress ASAP*

After a long and tiring day, all you want to do is to lay down on your bed and rest. And why not? After all, resting your night off helps you recharge your body and prepare for another grind the next morning.

Numerous studies have shown laying down on a “medium-firm mattress” helps relax your muscles (especially neck and back muscles) and promote sleep and comfort.

Evidently, one thing that you must note here is that body relaxation depends upon the type and material of the mattress used. If the bed is too soft, it will lead to tensed muscles and a miss-aligned spine. Likewise, a hard mattress will result in neck stiffness and back pain. So, for utmost relaxation, you need to have a medium-firm mattress.

Also, keep in mind that the average lifespan of a mattress is 8 to 10 years, (depending on the brand and material). Nonetheless, there are some warning signs that indicate that you have to replace it immediately.

What exactly are these signs? Let’s find out!

Visible Signs Of Sagging

When you lay down on your bed, the mattress is supposed to provide comfort to your backbone and neck. But, if your mattress is sagging from corners or in the middle, it is an indication that you need to change it. The signs of sagging include,

• Body imprints,
• Lumps at different areas,
• One side is lower and harder than the other.

Noisy 

Does your bed creak when you are tossing and turning? If yes, then it means that the coil and springs of the mattress are losing their springiness, causing the noise. The inner working of the mattress tends to get wacky after losing springiness and years of use.

Note: Before you blame it all on the mattress, check your bed itself. Sometimes, metal and wooden bed frames also make irritating noises when moving. Once you are sure it is your mattress and not the bed, consider getting a new one.

Worn Out Or Frayed Edges

Although worn out or frayed edges don’t affect your sleep quality or muscles, you should still consider getting a new mattress. Understand that the bed is meant to last long. However, worn out or frayed edges indicate that it is past the average period of 10 years. So, it is better to get a new one.

If you don’t see any visible signs of worn out or frayed outer corners, check for any sagging or asymmetry.

Nonetheless, if you want, you can repair the frayed parts and use the mattress for a longer period.

Tip: Many people often forget about the manufacturer or retailer’s warranty part of the mattress. So, if your mattress warranty period is not over, you might get the opportunity to replace the old mattress with a new one or get a discount. That means you’ll be able to save more money.

Change In Comfort Level

Does your mattress feel softer or harder than the first time you slept on it? If yes, you need to answer another question, i.e., is it comfortable to sleep on? If your answer is NO, then you already know what to do next.

Over time, the comfort level and springiness of the mattress start to fade away. However, it happens over the span of a few years; people often neglect the discomfort. They tend to get used to their bed, hence forget about the comfort they felt when they bought it.

Understand that you shouldn’t compromise with comfort. Therefore, when you feel like the mattress is not supporting your body as it should, start looking for a new one. Look for brands like Tempurpedic, dreamcloud, Beautyrest, stream and foster, and others. As these ensure proper support to your back. And, they also come with 10 to 20 years of full replacement warranty.

Trouble Falling Asleep

According to the studies, it should take approximately 10 to 20 minutes to fall asleep. However, if you often find yourself awake till late at night. Or, if it is tough for you to fall asleep on your own bed, it might be time for you to replace the bed.

However, before you do that, you should visit your doctor. As per the American Sleep Association report, approximately 50 to 70 million people report one or the other kind of sleeping disorder. Visiting the doctor will ensure that your trouble is not due to a disorder. Besides that, anxiety and stress could also affect your sleep.

Therefore, you need to make it certain that the reason behind not being able to sleep easily is NOT related to any of the conditions.

Tired After Waking Up

Generally, people overlook the role of the mattress in waking up tired. They tend to think it is because of a hectic schedule and high stress. However, the truth is that a bad mattress also contributes to body exhaustion, just like stress and physical burnout.

Waking up tired, even if you sleep on time and follow a healthy lifestyle, is a matter of great concern. It will affect your mood throughout the day and might also lead to body aches or soreness.

To prevent this, you should try to sleep on any other mattress for a few days. If the pain or tiredness is gone, that means it is time for you to replace the bed. Otherwise, it could be due to an underlying medical condition, so you should consult your doctor instead.

Allergy-like Symptoms

With time, some mattresses start to collect dust mites and allergens. It can lead to red and itchy eyes, nasal drip, itchy skin, a persistent cough, and congestion. Furthermore, it can also lead to skin reactions and breakouts. And if you already have any allergic reaction, dust mites can possibly worsen them.

Therefore, if you observe any of these signs or allergies, you must change your mattress. Also, get treated immediately to reduce allergy effects.

To Sum It All Up!

All these are the signs that you must pay attention to. Otherwise, a bad mattress will affect your body as well as your mind. Needless to say, poor sleep adversely affects your mood. So, instead of compromising with quality sleep, get a new and better mattress as soon as possible.