How to look after your mattress?

The life expectancy of your mattress greatly depends on how you look after it, so here’s what you need to know about mattress care to protect it against wear and tear and keep it in good shape as long as possible. The importance of clean mattress: A study of 3,000 people found that one in three would rather sleep on the floor than in a bed with an unclean mattress. It's also been shown that sleeping on an unclean bed is more likely to lead to respiratory problems, allergies and asthma. If you have a pet who sleeps in the bed with you, it's even more important because they can carry all sorts of bacteria and microbes that could make your allergies worse. Keeping your mattresses clean is essential for health reasons alone, but there are other benefits too - like saving money by avoiding expensive dry cleaning costs. All you need is some simple household items and some time every few weeks or so. How to choose the right mattress: The first thing you should do when looking for a ne...