Your mattress is there for you whenever you need it, whether you're getting a good night's sleep or taking an afternoon nap. However, no bed is forever, and most people don't realize how much an old one can impact their lives. If you're unsure whether to upgrade, here are the top signs you need a new mattress.
YOUR ALLERGIES ARE WORSENING, AND YOU DON'T KNOW WHY
Spring is typically the allergy season in New England, and residents are used to runny noses and itchy eyes when outdoors. However, your bed is the one place you should be safe from these symptoms. If you're waking up congested in the middle of the night, you probably need a new mattress.
How is your mattress to blame? Over time, the fabric accumulates all kinds of unpleasant particles:
- Dirt
- Dust
- Pollen
- Dead skin cells
- Dander
- Mold spores
That means you're sleeping on a giant pile of allergens. While cleaning your mattress can help, it'll keep accumulating particles until that's no longer worth the effort.
YOU'RE NOT SLEEPING WELL
Do you wake up not feeling rested? That's one of the top signs you need a new mattress. Your body requires a certain comfort level for restorative sleep, and old beds can't deliver it. When you're uncomfortable, you wake up in the middle of the night or struggle to fall into a deep sleep, both issues which can leave you feeling tired the next day.
YOU WAKE UP WITH ACHES AND PAINS
Laying in bed should be relaxing and give your weary bones a rest. However, older mattresses can't offer a high level of comfort.
If you don't get enough support while sleeping, you'll wake up with aches and pains. We're sure you'll agree that's no way to start the day. These pains may be even worse if you have a medical condition such as arthritis, which affects the joints and interferes with daily life. You deserve to feel great when you wake up, which is why you need a new mattress that alleviates aches instead of creating them.
YOUR MATTRESS IS TELLING YOU IT'S TIME
It's a cool New England night. You're lying in bed, trying to fall asleep, but you're not quite comfortable yet. You roll over onto your other side, hoping that'll help.
Creak! That's the sound of old springs. You may also hear squeaks or groans, all signs you need a new mattress.
What if you don't mind the noise? While heavy sleepers may not care about midnight squeals, they're still a sign that your springs are degrading, which means less support and worse quality of sleep.
IT'S BEEN A WHILE SINCE YOU'VE BEEN MATTRESS SHOPPING
Mattresses can have a long life, especially if they're high-quality and you take good care of them. However, nothing lasts forever, and the "expiration date" for most beds is around seven years. If you've been sleeping on yours for longer, then it's time to start shopping.
YOUR MATTRESS IS A TOPOGRAPHICAL MAP
Flipping your mattress annually ensures it wears evenly on each side, but eventually, something will give. Springs degrade with repeated use, and if you sleep on a particular side, that area will wear out first. The result is sagging springs that create uncomfortable dips and divets. Unfortunately, once a mattress starts to sag, there's nothing you can do about it.
YOU'RE INEXPLICABLY ITCHY AT NIGHT
Nighttime itchiness is one of the often-overlooked signs you need a new mattress. The culprit is those darn allergens discussed earlier, as they don't just affect your respiratory system. If you're scratching night after night, even after washing your sheets, the mattress may be the problem.
YOU CAN FIND NEW MATTRESSES FOR SALE IN NEW ENGLAND
Is it time to replace your mattress? Cardi's Furniture & Mattresses offers high-quality beds of all kinds. For more information or to start shopping, visit us online.
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