Hello World! Welcome Friends! Do you still remember the time you first got your bed? When was the last time you’ve replaced your mattress? Can you still recall? When you can’t exactly remember, it’s high time you should do something about this situation.
You don’t have to change your bed frame if it’s still doing its job. If it is still sturdy, still right for the theme of your room – you can leave it alone. However, your mattress is a different story. Why do you need to get a new one?
If you can’t remember the last time you’ve replaced it, your mattress is most likely ancient. Old mattresses aren’t just visually repelling – they also could be a source of health concerns.
Old mattresses can be home to dust mites, and other sort of bugs. These organisms could trigger your allergies and other respiratory problems. How can you sleep well if you are frequently triggered by these insects?
It may be tempting to keep an old mattress that is still quite functional but do understand that you would also be retaining the dust mites and bed bugs that comes with it. Put hygiene and health first.
Also, most old mattresses are already well worn. Imagine how many years they have been in active use. You have a mattress to support your body, to make sure your body is properly aligned. Worn out mattresses no longer provide that same support.
Your sleep would be affected as saggy mattresses aren’t comfortable. Your body would probably be constantly aching, and you wouldn’t stay asleep for so long. You would be continuously shifting in your sleep, waking you several times during the night.
With that, you really need to buy a new latex mattress. Not just for aesthetic’s sake, but for hygienic and health reasons. So, what should you pay attention to when buying a mattress?
What’s the Size of Your Mattress?
Are you retaining the same mattress size because of your bed frame? Are you planning a smaller or a bigger one, depending on your needs? Before you purchase a new mattress, finalize what size you are getting.
Knowing which mattress size you are buying would definitely shorten your transaction. You don’t have to go back and forth with the seller for your mattress dimensions. To save time and effort, measure your mattress requirements first before you inquire with the manufacturer.
On a separate note, one reason why some people delay mattress replacement is because of its size. It’s too large to bring home, and yet still a hassle for delivery because of the size. Choose to buy a mattress in a box for less inconvenience.
How Firm Do You Want Your Mattress to Be?
Mattress manufacturers offer different kinds of firmness and you should decide what you want to buy. People differ in preference so do some research and understand what you would want for yourself or for people you are buying it for.
When you buy mattress online, you may only rely on reviews and word of mouth. So do make sure that your chosen manufacturer offers exchanges. In the event that you do not like the firmness of the bed you have purchased; you can still contact your manufacturer for replacement.
We now know that it’s important to replace that mattress you’ve had for so long. Before you proceed with buying, do understand what you or the people you are buying for needs. Understand what size you should get and how firm you want your mattress to be.
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Toodles,
I love this informative article. Especially love this point: It may be tempting to keep an old mattress that is still quite functional but do understand that you would also be retaining the dust mites and bed bugs that comes with it. Put hygiene and health first.