Why is Mattress Care Important?
Caring for your mattress is not merely a matter of upkeep; it’s an essential part of supporting your health, hygiene, and overall well-being. Regular maintenance, from gentle vacuuming and surface cleaning to turning and rotating your mattress, ensures lasting comfort and extends your mattress's lifespan.
Considering we spend nearly a third of our lives in bed, it’s only fitting that we treat our mattress with the same thoughtful attention we give to other elements of our home. Proper care helps prevent discomfort, relieves pressure points, and allows you to enjoy the restorative sleep your body deserves.
Why Should You Turn Your Mattress?
Turning and rotating your mattress regularly, helps to evenly distribute natural wear from nightly use, preventing the formation of dips and sagging that can compromise both comfort and support.
It helps to encourage good posture as you sleep, reducing back pain, improving relaxation levels and making it less likely you'll be disturbed by an uneven or lumpy surface. With a well-maintained mattress, you're more likely to enjoy a deeper, more restful night’s sleep.
This simple habit not only enhances your sleeping experience but also protects the integrity of the mattress itself. It supports the longevity of the materials, maintains consistent performance over time, and reinforces the value of your mattress as a long-term investment in your rest and overall health.
How Often Should You Turn Your Mattress?
Based on Mattress Types
Mattress care depends largely on the type of mattress you have - typically single-sided, double-sided, or seasonal turn. To determine the type of luxury mattress you're purchasing from us, simply refer to the product descriptions on our website, where all the details will be clearly specified.
Single-sided mattresses are designed with springs on one side and comfort layers on the other, so they should only be rotated from head to foot. Double-sided mattresses have fillings on both sides and can be flipped as well as rotated to ensure even wear.
Seasonal turn mattresses feature one side for warmer months and another for cooler seasons, offering tailored comfort year-round when turned accordingly.
French Bedroom's Recommendations
We recommend turning and rotating your mattress once a month for the first 12 months, and then every 2 to 3 months thereafter. When turning the mattress, please ensure it is not bent or folded. For your safety and ease, assistance may be required.
Please note: Each mattress may have specific turning and rotating guidelines. You can find all relevant details in the product descriptions of our luxury mattresses.
What's the Difference Between Turning and Rotating Your Mattress?
Turning a mattress involves flipping it over completely, so the side that was facing down becomes the new sleeping surface. This is typically required for mattresses like dual-sided or seasonal turn designs, where both sides are crafted to offer the same level of comfort and support.
Rotating, on the other hand, means repositioning the mattress by spinning it 180 degrees - so the head end becomes the foot end. This helps to distribute wear evenly across the surface, without affecting the quality or structure of the mattress at either end.
Step by Step Guide on Turning Your Mattress
1. Clear the Area
Before moving your mattress, be sure to remove all bedding, including pillows, blankets, and bedspreads, and place them neatly to one side. It’s also a good idea to clear the surrounding area by moving any nearby furniture, such as bedside tables or ottomans, to ensure you have plenty of space to turn or rotate the mattress safely.
2. Find help if needed
Some mattresses can be surprisingly heavy, so it’s always best to have someone assist you - even if you're feeling strong. A helping hand not only makes the process easier but also much quicker.
3. Use handles if possible
If your mattress includes handles, such as those featured in our Paris Collection Luxury Mattresses, use them to help guide and position the mattress while turning or rotating. However, please avoid lifting the full weight of the mattress by the handles alone, as they are intended for positioning rather than carrying.
4. Rotating
To rotate your mattress, simply turn it 180 degrees so that the head end becomes the foot end.
5. Turning
To turn your mattress, carefully lift it onto its side and lower it back down so that the underside becomes the new sleeping surface.
Signs you Should Turn Your Mattress Sooner
If you begin to notice dips or indentations forming in the areas where you usually sleep, or if you’re waking up with aches and discomfort, it may be time to turn or rotate your mattress. Additionally, if one side of the mattress feels noticeably softer or less supportive than the other, it’s a clear sign that even wear is needed to maintain optimal comfort.
Extra Tips for Turning your Mattress
When rotating your mattress, it’s a good idea to enlist the help of a partner, as some mattresses can be quite heavy. While the mattress is off the bed, take the opportunity to vacuum the surface and clean the bed frame. It’s also a great time to inspect your bed slats or base for any signs of wear or damage. Finally, airing out your mattress, especially in a well-ventilated room, can help keep it fresh and maintain a healthy sleeping environment.
At French Bedroom, we offer a curated selection of luxury mattresses, from our Paris Collection, additionally featuring the option for personalisation, to our exquisite range of Vispring mattresses. Whether you're seeking a thicker mattress or one designed for cooling comfort, like our Stay Cool Luxury Latex 3000, you’ll find a variety of elegant options to suit your needs.
Our luxury mattresses are available in multiple sizes such as single mattresses, double mattresses, king size mattresses, super king size mattresses, and large emperor mattresses. Crafted to ensure superior quality and longevity, especially when properly cared for. Pair with a mattress topper or other mattress accessories for that extra layer of comfort.
We understand the importance of long lasting, comfortable and high quality bedroom furniture, so we offer 10% off any mattress when you purchase a bed and complimentary delivery over £1500 as a ‘thank you’ for shopping with us.
