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So you finally acquired a new full comfortable mattress.  Considering your investment, it is important that is taken cared of to prolong its life.  Some people complain of mattress depressions and sagging which contributes to the development of back pains instead of preventing it.

Getting a new mattress is expensive.  The good quality ones can cost more than a thousand bucks.  If you want to make sure that you will not need purchasing a new one after only a short period of time, here are the tips you should follow:

1. Get a good mattress topper – Matters toppers main use is to prevent your primary mattress from wears and tears.  If you are located in colder regions, it is best to get a full heated mattress pad.  Full heated mattress pads can have a dual purpose – that is, as a mattress topper and a bed warmer.  When used as mattress topper, full heated mattress pads are the first to catch the stains and spills saving your mattress from frequent washing.  It may cost a little more than an ordinary mattress topper but it also has more value or usage.

1. Rotate or flip your mattress at least twice a year – Have you noticed that some mattresses come with an instruction to expose a certain side for January to March then July to September and the other side on the remaining months of the year?  There may be mattresses that do not need to be flipped or rotated but it is still advisable to rotate or flip to get even wears.  Your weight is not evenly distributed on the mattress when you sleep so there is tendency that one part is already sagged while the other parts are still in good condition.  Therefore it is best to still rotate or flip your mattress to maximize its good condition.  This is a simple task and will not take you hours to do.

1. Vacuum your mattress once a month – Cleaning your mattress is necessary for your health and for the life of the mattress as well.  Dust and bugs tend to accumulate and breed in the mattress especially if it gets damp often.  Taking your mattress out and placing it in a sunny place can also help eliminate bugs and bacteria.

1. Remove stains immediately – Granting that you opt not to buy a mattress topper, you need to remove stains immediately or else it will become harder to remove later.  Use natural cleaning ingredients or less harsh fabric cleaner.  Scrubbing the mattress is strongly discouraged for it will only make stains look much worse and difficult to remove.

Giving extra time and effort to preserve the life of your mattress will pay off big time.  These simple tips can help you save big amount of money for it will not be necessary to buy a new mattress after a few years.