When Should You Replace Your Mattress?

      Sleep is one of the most important aspects of human health. Without quality sleep, our bodies are not able to heal and rejuvenate themselves, and our brains struggle to process emotions and store memories.

      One of the biggest factors in getting a good night’s sleep is the comfort of your mattress. There are few other products that can have such a significant effect on our health and happiness. Therefore, it’s important to invest in the best mattress possible, and replace it according to expert guidelines. But when should you replace your mattress?

      Under normal conditions, mattresses should be replaced every 6 to 8 years.

      Of course, this is a general guideline and not a one-size-fits-all solution. There are various factors that influence when you should replace your mattress.

      Generally speaking, you should replace your mattress if one or more of the following apply:

      It’s 6-8+ years old
      It’s negatively affecting your sleep
      It’s noticeably saggy or damaged in certain areas
      It’s making more noise than usual (noisy springs are common in old innerspring mattresses)
      You find that you sleep better at hotels, friends’ houses, etc.
      You notice an increase in allergies and/or asthma
      You regularly wake up with muscle or joint stiffness

      Essentially, you should replace your bed if it’s no longer helping you get restful sleep. There’s no clear-cut way to know for sure whether it’s time for a new bed – but generally speaking, if you’re thinking about a new bed, it’s likely worthwhile to make the investment sooner rather than later.