Our Ultimate Guide To Maintaining A Latex Mattress For Long-lasting Durability

A latex mattress is more than just a mattress. It’s an investment in your comfort, health, and in superior quality sleep. It’s true that the upfront cost of a latex mattress is higher when compared to innerspring or memory foam, but given its durability and resilience, the long-term value it provides is beyond measure. In fact, a latex mattress can last up to 20 years – almost double the lifespan of their innerspring and memory foam counterparts. However, just like any other premium product, proper care is crucial to maintaining a latex mattress and ensuring it remains in optimal condition for years.

At MM Foam, we’ve been the pioneers in latex mattresses since 1957 – and we know exactly how you can make your mattress last as long as it possibly can. Here’s a list of tried-and-tested methods that’ll make maintaining your latex mattress easier than you think!

Read about what makes our latex mattresses and pillows so durable.

How to maintain a latex mattress – 6 simple tips

Clean regularly to keep dust at bay
Dust and allergens can settle on the surface of your mattress overtime, potentially compromising its breathability and even triggering allergies. Prevention is better than cure, so keep these issues a bay by cleaning your mattress regularly. Vacuum at least once a month, with a hand-held vacuum or an attachment. This helps remove dust, pet dander, and debris from the surface. Make sure to vacuum the sides and corners where dust tends to hide!

Learn about the top allergies that can impact your sleep.

Rotate your mattress for even wear

Latex mattresses are highly durable, but like any mattress, they are subject to wear and tear over time. To ensure even wear and prevent sagging, it’s important to rotate your mattress 180 degrees every three to six months. This will help distribute your body weight more evenly across the surface and prevent indentations.

That being said, most latex mattresses are designed with a specific top and bottom layer, and these don’t need to be flipped. But if your mattress is dual sided, flip it every six months or once every year to extend its lifespan.

Use a mattress protector
It sounds simple enough, but using a mattress protector is key to maintaining a latex mattress.
It acts as a barrier against spills, stains, dust mites, and allergens, all of which can damage your mattress over time. Make sure to choose a high-quality, waterproof mattress protector, and don’t forget to wash it every month or two to keep it clean and hygienic. 

Safeguard from excessive moisture
Latex mattresses are naturally resistant to mold and mildew, but excessive moisture can compromise these properties. Here’s how to protect your mattress from moisture damage:

• Use a dehumidifier in your bedroom if you’re in a humid environment. This can prevent moisture from building up in your mattress, which in turn prevents mold growth over the years.
• Regularly air out your mattress in a dry and well ventilated space.
  

Avoid putting heavy pressure and weight
Latex mattresses are designed to support weight evenly, but applying excessive pressure in specific areas can cause damage. To protect your mattress, make sure it is on a supportive frame. A poor-quality, broken bed frame can cause sagging and uneven wear.

If you have young kids, discourage them from jumping on the mattress as this can result in indentations.

Address sagging early
Most of us usually sleep on the same side of the bed every night – so it’s natural for mattresses to show slight indentations where the sleeper applies the most pressure. While it’s true that latex mattresses are less prone to sagging than mattresses made of other materials, addressing any early signs can prevent larger issues in future.

If you notice that your mattress is losing its original firmness, adding a latex topper can help restore the original support. Make sure to also regularly check the foundation or bed frame to ensure it's providing adequate support.

We’ll also leave you with some additional pro-tips

•  Keep your bedroom at a comfortable temperature. Excessive heat, particularly from heating pads or electric blankets, can affect the structural integrity of latex.
• Keep your latex mattress away from windows where it may be exposed to direct sunlight.
  
  

For more on keeping your mattress clean and hygienic, read our blog.

Conclusion
Maintaining a latex mattress isn’t complicated with the right care and attention. By regularly cleaning, rotating, and protecting your mattress from moisture, sunlight, and pressure, you can ensure that it remains in top condition for years. Follow these simple yet effective tips, and your latex mattress will ensure you sleep comfortably for years to come!

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