How Long Do Mattresses Last?

We’ve said before that a mattress is an investment. It’s a piece of furniture that you’ll be using between 6-8 hours every night for years. But you might be wondering how long mattresses are meant to last. While there are clear signs when it’s time to get a replacement mattress, it’s good to know a general timeframe for how long you’ll have it. This way you can be certain you’re making the correct decision and paying the right price for it.

Traditional Mattress Lifespan

Generally, a brand-new, high-quality traditional mattress has a lifespan of about 7-10 years. As you presumably sleep on your mattress every night, you are naturally wearing down the materials through constant usage. However, besides usage, there are a lot of factors that can affect the lifespan of your mattress, including materials and how you maintain it.

Maintenance is especially important to keeping your mattress comfortable and making it last longer. You should regularly rotate or flip your mattress so you aren’t putting pressure on the exact same spot every night. Flipping and rotating your mattress allows the materials to decompress and expand again, so it takes longer for noticeable sagging to occur or for the support layers to break down. 

Do Organic Mattresses Last Longer Than Traditional Mattresses?

Organic mattresses are becoming increasingly popular as people become more aware of human impact on the environment. While organic mattresses can be more expensive than traditional mattresses, they are worth it because they can often last up to 20 years.

The reason organic mattresses last longer is that organic materials are more durable than many synthetic materials. For example, natural talalay latex tends to last up to three times longer than memory foam. This often makes them cheaper if you divide how much you paid vs how long you own the mattress.

However, even with more durable materials, it’s important to maintain your organic mattress, just like you would a traditional mattress. Flipping and rotating should still be done regularly, and if you plan to clean it, be aware that organic materials might need different techniques or cleaning solutions than synthetic materials.

Always Buy a Brand New Mattress

Because mattresses can be pricey and need to last a long time, it’s important that you buy your mattress brand new. It might be tempting to buy a secondhand mattress for cheap, but realistically, it’s a risk. The previous owner could say a mattress is only a year old and lightly used, but the reality is that you can’t be sure. Even if it is true, you’re buying a mattress with a shorter lifespan than one you’d get brand new in the store. Therefore, you’ll have to replace your mattress sooner rather than later, which can quickly add up if you need to replace your mattress within just a few years.

A high-quality mattress is more than worth the price you pay because it’s something you’ll be using for a decade or more. You deserve a mattress that is comfortable, will last a long time, and will give you a restful night’s sleep. Come down to our showrooms to test out some mattresses for yourself and get a brand new mattress that you’ll appreciate for years to come.