Don't throw away your mattress too quickly!

Summary

1. Mattress quality: an essential criterion
2. Signs of mattress wear
3. The mattress topper: an ally to extend the lifespan
• Bedding protection
• Improved hygiene
• Increased comfort
4. Maintenance tips to preserve your mattress
• Ventilate regularly
• Turn your mattress
• Clean the cover
• Use a mattress pad
5. What to do with your old mattress? Recycling solutions
• Eco-furniture
• Emmaus
• Second life and donations

In France, 5 million mattresses are thrown away each year, which is equivalent to 90,000 tons of waste! So how can you avoid throwing away your mattress too soon? How can you extend its lifespan? What solutions are available to you when you want to change your mattress? Here are some Bdreams tips to help you.

1. Mattress quality: an essential criterion

First of all, when choosing your mattress for the next 10 years, be sure to pay attention to the quality of the materials used. Be aware that a mattress must have a density equal to or greater than 30 kg/m3 in order to last. Not all mattresses have the same lifespan. In fact, some materials and compositions last longer than others, so don't skimp on quality; your sleep and your wallet will thank you!

2. What are the warning signs that your mattress is deteriorating?

• Your bedding has retained your body imprint even though you got out of bed, a hole forms in the mattress, this is one of the first signs of wear to watch out for.

• Your mattress tends to sag too much when you sit on it, which is another indicator of its health.

• You have back pain when you wake up, back or neck pain, kidney blockages, your mattress no longer provides the comfort you desire for restful sleep. It is necessary to consider changing your mattress.

• You feel the slats of your box spring.

Whether you experience one or more of these signs, replacing your mattress is the first option to consider. You can also enhance it with amattress topper which will extend the life of your mattress, as well as the comfort and quality of your sleep!

3. The mattress topper: an ally to extend the lifespan

Choosing a mattress topper means choosing a better quality of sleep! This accessory offers many advantages in terms of both bedding protection and comfort:

• Sleeping protection: the mattress topper protects your mattress from wear, stains, dirt, and dust, and, above all, reduces the deterioration of materials due to perspiration. Very practical to install and remove, the mattress topper is easy to clean for good sleep hygiene.

• Better hygiene: Since it's easy to maintain, the mattress topper limits the proliferation of bacteria and dust mites. Damage and perspiration stains also won't affect your mattress.

• Increased comfort: Do you know why luxury hotel beds are so comfortable? The mattress topper! It adds softness to a mattress that's too firm. If you have an old mattress but can't afford to upgrade right away, this is a great way to enjoy improved comfort.

Don't forget that the mattress topper follows the mattress and cannot replace a good mattress base!

Discover the 3 Bdreams mattress toppers and choose the comfort that suits you!

4. Maintenance tips to preserve your mattress

• Air out your room: in order to maintain your bedding as little as possible in general, we advise you to air out your room daily.

• Turn it! A simple way to care for your mattress is to turn it once or twice a year to prevent it from sagging. Be careful, you can turn it to reverse the position of the head and feet, but do not turn it front to back, as this will make it less comfortable.
• Clean the cover: The cover of Bdreams mattresses and mattress toppers is removable thanks to the zipper; machine washing once or twice a year is recommended. A clean mattress allows for a longer lifespan and better nights.

• Protect it! A mattress pad, like a mattress topper, is the best way to effectively protect your bedding. A 2-in-1 mattress pad—a fitted sheet and integrated mattress protector—absorbs nighttime perspiration and prevents potential stains and dust mites.

5. What to do with your old mattress? Recycling solutions

However, if you've tried everything and it's time for your mattress, the best solution is to recycle your old sleeping companion. Here are some alternatives to landfilling, which generates more than 90,000 tons of waste per year in France:

• Eco-mobilier: Created by the Ministry of Ecology, the non-profit organization Eco-mobilier provides more than 5,200 collection points with bulky waste containers throughout France. To find the container nearest you, you can search here.

• Emmaüs: the association has developed a collection channel for bulky household items, including mattresses, with the aim of recycling them.

• Consider a second life: second-hand trading sites like Leboncoin.fr, for example, will allow you to make someone happy with a reclaimed item and thus support the circular economy. Donating to charities or animal shelters can also be a solution, depending on the general condition of your mattress.

Bdreams mattresses have an estimated lifespan of 10 years. Discover our 3 mattresses: Universel, Osmoz, and Vitality.