Tips to help you buy the right bed

Looking after your mattress

Once you have chosen the right mattress there are a few things that you should do to prolong its life and keep it in good condition.

It is worth buying a washable protective cover to protect it from stains and you should air it every morning for at least 20 minutes, to allow body moisture to evaporate. If your mattress is new, turn it over from side to side and end to end every week for the first three months and then turn it every three to four months after that, this will help the fillings settle and compact down more evenly. Check the care label though, some mattresses don't need turning.

Vacuum your mattress every month, using low suction and an upholstery or crevice tool, pay particular attention to areas under buttons and along piping.

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