Is It Time to Buy a New Mattress?

For certain bedroom accessories, it’s easy to determine when it’s time to invest in something new. If your sheets are worn, your dresser is broken, or your lamps are outdated, it becomes relatively obvious you need an upgrade or replacement. Mattresses, though, can be a little ambiguous. Several years after purchase, your mattress may continue to look the same and may not have any visual signs of wear. You may even have a mattress that’s still very comfortable, but subtly not providing your body the support it needs. So, how do you know when it’s time to buy a new mattress?

The first place to start is with any of the more obvious signs. They include:

  • You have a stiff neck or back when waking up
  • You experience aches, pains, or numbness throughout the body
  • There are areas of the mattress that feel uneven or lumpy
  • The mattress is sagging, or it feels as if you keep rolling towards the center of the bed
  • You feel the coils or as if something is poking you while attempting to sleep
  • You feel better rested after having spent the night on the couch

You’ll also want to factor in the age of the mattress and its frequency of use. Since mattresses are typically used daily throughout the years, additional changes and activity could contribute to its wear and tear. Whether it’s unexpected weight gain or your children using your bed as a trampoline, activities other than sleeping can leave your bed uneven and worn out quicker than you realize. It’s likely that if your mattress is older than seven years, it a good time to think about getting a replacement. You should be able to reference the tag on the mattress to figure out its age if you can’t remember when you purchased it.

If it’s time for you to get a perfect night’s sleep with the purchase of a new mattress, the experts at American Home Mattress Center can help! We have a wide selection of Albuquerque mattresses at affordable prices. Stop by today!