A quality mattress is an investment in your health. With proper care, you can extend its lifespan significantly and ensure it continues to provide the support you need.
1. Use a Mattress Protector
This is the single most important thing you can do. A waterproof mattress protector guards against spills, sweat, dust mites, and allergens. We carry mattress protectors at Mattress Discount Plus.
2. Rotate Your Mattress Regularly
Rotate your mattress 180 degrees every 3-6 months. This distributes wear evenly and prevents body impressions from forming in one spot.
3. Use Proper Support
Always use a proper bed frame or foundation. A mattress on the floor can develop mold from trapped moisture, and most warranties require proper support. Queen and larger frames need a center support rail with legs that reach the floor.
4. Don't Jump on the Bed
This seems obvious, but it's worth mentioning — especially if you have kids. Jumping can damage the internal support structure and void your warranty.
5. Keep It Clean
Vacuum your mattress every few months using the upholstery attachment. Sprinkle baking soda before vacuuming to neutralize odors.
6. Let It Breathe
When you change your sheets, leave the mattress uncovered for a few hours. This allows moisture to evaporate and keeps things fresh.
7. Follow the Warranty Guidelines
Every mattress brand has its own care rules, and your warranty card lists them: the support it requires, whether to rotate, and what voids coverage. Keep the card with your receipt, and leave the law tag on. Shopping for a new one? Compare Sealy and Diamond Mattress models in our store.
A Simple Care Calendar
Put these on your phone's calendar and a good mattress keeps its shape for years.
| When | What to do |
|---|---|
| Every sheet change | Leave the bed uncovered for an hour so moisture can escape |
| Monthly | Check the protector for tears and wash it per its label |
| Every 3 months | Rotate head to foot, unless your warranty card says not to |
| Every 6 months | Vacuum the surface with the upholstery tool |
| Once a year | Check the frame: tight bolts, center support in place, no broken slats |
Stain First Aid
- Blot, don't rub. Rubbing pushes the stain deeper.
- Use cold water and a little mild detergent on a cloth; never pour liquid onto the mattress.
- Dry it completely with a fan before you make the bed, so moisture doesn't stay inside.
- Then put on a waterproof protector so it doesn't happen again.
Signs It's Time to Replace It
- You wake up stiff and loosen up after you get moving.
- You sleep better in a hotel or on the couch.
- There's a dip where you sleep, or lumps you can feel.
- The springs creak when you roll over.
- It's seven to ten years old.
When it's time, see how to get rid of an old mattress in Oklahoma City, or ask about haul-away when we deliver your new one.
Need a New Mattress?
If two or more of those signs sound familiar, it's time for an upgrade. Visit Mattress Discount Plus in Yukon for discount prices on Sealy and Diamond Mattress.
