5 Signs It’s Time for a New Mattress

There are a few things in life you shouldn’t skimp on. Pay a few extra bucks for comfortable shoes, as you’ll be walking all over the place with them. Ensure your new car has adequate safety features (and get it serviced regularly). As for mattresses, you spend nearly a third of your life lying on one—you should make sure it’s able to provide fulfilling sleep for you. If your current one is uncomfortable or deteriorating, it may be time to get a new mattress. Even the best mattresses wear out, so let’s go over five key signs to be on the lookout for, and why addressing them is important for your prolonged wellbeing.

Persistent Aches and Pains

We all know the feeling of waking up feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day, but for many people, that’s the exception rather than the rule. If you wake up constantly with back, neck, or joint pain, it could be a sign that your mattress is no longer able to support your body the way it should. Over time, this issue could lead to your spine misaligning, creating pressure points and muscle tension—hence your constant soreness in the morning.

If aches and pains are part of your morning routine, we have a good idea of who—or what—to blame. This is  one of the big signs you need a new mattress, and you shouldn’t sleep on making the upgrade.

Visible Sagging or Lumps

Is your mattress sagging or developing lumps? If so, it’s no longer capable of providing even support when you’re sleeping. But what causes this?

• Foam shifting inside the mattress
• Springs breaking down
• Deterioration of the mattress’ foundation

This can be a big problem. In addition to morning discomfort, it could affect your posture and strain your muscles, causing issues beyond the time immediately following your alarm. If you notice lumps or sagging, it’s time to make an upgrade to something that can support your body evenly throughout the night.

You’re Waking Up Feeling Tired

Have you ever felt exhausted even though you just got nine hours of sleep? While the amount of sleep we get is important, its effectiveness can be lessened if you never reach the ideal, restorative level of sleep your body needs. When there’s a lack of comfort, there’s a lack of relaxation, which translates to tossing and turning—or even waking up constantly throughout the night.

• Common symptoms:
  • Feeling tired despite sleeping for 7 to 9 hours
  • Frequent waking and restless shifting
• How it impacts your day:
  • Irritability and reduced focus
  • Low energy

If you’re constantly starting your day with low energy levels, your bed may once again be the culprit. A new mattress—one that has quality materials and enough firmness—can make all the difference between a fulfilling day and an exhausted slog.

Increased Allergies or Asthma Symptoms

If you’ve ever felt like your allergies are worse in the morning, you’re not alone. But would you have guessed that your mattress could be the reason? As your mattress  ages, it can collect dust mites, bacteria, and other allergens that only get worse over time. These unwelcome guests flourish in the moist, warm environment provided by an aging mattress, which exacerbates allergy and asthma symptoms.

Keep an eye out for these classic warning signs:

• Nighttime sneezing
• Congestion
• Itchy eyes
• Worsened asthma symptoms

At this point, the dust mites and allergens have become deeply embedded over time, and the mattress is a lost cause. A new mattress will afford you the opportunity for more support and a sleep cycle free from allergens! Get ready to breathe easier at night.

It’s Exceeded the Average Mattress Lifespan

In general, the average mattress lifespan is seven  to 10 years. This range depends on the quality of the mattress and what type of mattress it is. Over time, even the best ones will lose their ability to provide you with adequate sleep, so it’s important to keep track of how long ago you purchased it. Assess its age and condition, look for sagging and lumps, and take stock of your morning comfort level. While some mattresses may be of poor quality, your troubles could be a result of your mattress simply being old.

Be proactive. Get a new mattress before seven  years turns into 11, then 13, and so on.

Embrace Better Sleep With a New Mattress

Whatever the reason may be for getting a new mattress, you can expect to notice the difference right away. It’s amazing what a fresh, quality sleeping space can do for your overall comfort and even your health.

If you’ve noticed several signs you need a new mattress, you have plenty of options with us. If you’re ready to experience better sleep, you’re more than welcome to pay us a visit. We’d be happy to have you, and look forward to showing you what quality sleep truly looks like!