At a Glance:
First, What Causes a Sagging Mattress?
Signs Your Mattress is Sinking
Why Is My Mattress Sinking in the Middle?
Best Mattresses That Don’t Sink
How to Prevent a Mattress from Sinking
Is your sagging mattress to blame for your health problems or restless nights?
You probably had no idea that a sagging mattress might cause back issues, aches, and pains, which could ruin your day! You may find it challenging to get out of bed and start your day if you suffer from low back pain or other symptoms. It makes it challenging to get your day off to a good start, doesn't it?
You are not alone. Everyone eventually experiences it, and it is more prevalent than you might imagine. Your mattress's sagging may be the problem.
People are unaware that mattresses deteriorate over time. Particularly if you consistently sleep in the same location since the pressure is not dispersed equally. Over time, mattresses degrade, which can have the appearance of drooping or sinking.
The good news is that you can have a decent night's sleep, avoid back discomfort when you get up, and maybe even cure your sinking mattress in five minutes! In addition, we have included several foundation and mattress solutions to assist prevent your mattress sinking.
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In-Stock NowFirst, What Causes a Sagging Mattress?
As you look into ways to cure a sinking mattress, you'll discover that most sagging occurs as a result of normal use. Unfortunately, a drop in the material of your mattress is a normal occurrence over its lifespan and frequently indicates that it's time to shop for a new mattress.
The mattress's foam material, which initially helped you sleep well, softens with time as a result of your body weight. The outcome? Even if you try to change your sleeping position, you may notice a noticeable dip when you lay down and no longer feel even mattress support. When you acquired your new bed, you may have looked into techniques for making a softer mattress, but the appearance of mattress sagging was never the goal.
Your hips and back, which put the most weight on the mattress, are likely to feel the uncomfortable sagging the most. Your sleep will become less restful with time as a result of the unequal mattress support.
It's crucial to keep in mind that not all mattresses are created equal before you question, "How long does a mattress last?" How long a mattress lasts before starting to sink depends on its type. Think about the standard mattress varieties:
- Innerspring Mattress – Metal coils inside innerspring mattresses lose tension over time. Mattress sagging is a common complaint as a result of the material in the top comfort layer starting to soften at the same time.
- Hybrid Mattress – Hybrid mattresses have the same metal coils as innerspring mattresses, which gradually lose their tension. High-quality foam may help your hybrid mattress survive a little while longer, but ultimately the sagging will show eventually .
- Foam Mattress – A high-quality memory foam mattress will last longer without sagging, but lower-quality foam mattresses and bad bed foundations can mean premature sagging.
Simply put, even the highest quality mattresses ultimately sag. Is it time to replace it completely, or is there anything you can do to fix the mattress indentation before throwing it away?
Signs That Your Mattress is Sinking
In addition to the obvious visual indicators, a sagging mattress typically exhibits further deterioration and damage "symptoms." Here are a few examples:
1. You Feel Like Falling from Your Bed
Because a sagging mattress can't support your weight properly, you may wake up with the strange sensation that you're falling out of bed or landing in the middle of it.
This sensation will eventually cause you to develop "protective strategies," such as sleeping in an uncomfortable position or placing a cushion on your back for support.
2. You Wake Up Tired
Your sleep quality will often be of worse if your mattress is sagging. This occurs as a result of your awareness of the "hole" in the center of the bed and your attempts to avoid it. You wake up exhausted because this ongoing struggle prevents you from getting a restful night's sleep and keeps you awake.
3. You Wake Up with a Painful Back
Since a sagging mattress doesn't give your spine the required support, over time, you may have slight back pain. This occurs as a result of your weight being unevenly distributed, which places too much strain on certain nerves and muscles.
You consequently have a back ache or an achy arm when you get up in the morning. You probably have no idea why this is taking place, but you are blaming the pillow. This issue can be brought on by your sagging mattress, so get it fixed right now.
Why Is My Mattress Sinking in the Middle?
Your mattress may be sagging for a number of reasons.
It's possible that your mattress is deteriorating prematurely (possibly from direct sunlight). It's possible that liquid intrusion has damaged the mattress's structural integrity. The issue could also be more structural, involving the bed frame, box spring, or the surface it is resting on.
But more often than not, a mattress is sinking in the middle because it is simply getting older.
Your sleeping patterns generate material alterations in your mattress over time. Additionally, pressured areas tend to lose their structural integrity more quickly than other places do.
For instance, side sleepers may have dips where their hips usually are due to their position. Small, drooping regions of the mattress might also be brought on by pets.
Finally, the areas where we sleep the most often tend to sag due to the weight of our bodies.
How To Fix a Sinking Mattress
Any mattress will eventually begin to exhibit signs of wear and tear. However, a sagging mattress can be fixed without having to buy a new one.
Rotate The Mattress
It is best to rotate the mattress to aid with weight distribution and stop sagging or new dips from forming. Every three to six months, rotate end to end 180 degrees. This is the finest method. If your mattress' layers are the same from both ends, you can flip it. However, rather than being flipped, spring and hybrid mattresses should only be rotated.
Replace The Foundation
A drooping mattress can be temporarily fixed with a plywood board. It will raise the recessed areas and give the impression that the mattress is broader. Any areas that have grown excessively soft will gain stiffness as a result. Start with a plywood board that is an inch thick if you are unsure about the appropriate thickness. But you might want to use a thicker board if the dents in your mattress are particularly obvious.
If there isn't a box spring base, you could also buy one. Mattresses don't sag because of the in-between provided by a box spring. To avoid sagging, if you have a box spring base, it should always be replaced whenever you purchase a new mattress.
A different choice is to completely change the bed frame. The front, back, and center of the mattress are supported by six-legged bed frames. Four-legged bed frames only support the mattress' corners, resulting in dips in the middle.
Add More Pillows to Key Areas
Increasing the quality of your pillows is another simple cure for a mattress slump. Where your mattress sags and beneath, add pillows under:
- Your hips
- Your back
- Your legs
Make sure to select pillows that retain their shape well. They won't provide a permanent solution, but they will restore some of the support that has been lost surrounding the sagging area.
Consider a Mattress Topper
Do you sleep like the Princess and the Pea? It could be time to make an investment in a top-notch mattress topper if you're wondering how to restore a sunken mattress. Your greatest option for fixing a sinking mattress area is to increase mattress thickness. No matter what position you want to sleep in, your new mattress topper will prevent sagging by providing a more level resting surface.
Explore Warranty Coverage
The majority of brands provide returns or repairs. Even though returns are only valid for a limited amount of time, you can consider other options. A consumer may be able to take advantage of a number of conditions while reviewing the warranty. Sagging repairs are offered for free or at a modest cost by some brands. However, if your mattress is still under warranty and has started to lose its shape, you should get in touch with the manufacturer.
Best Mattresses That Don’t Sink
It's time to get a new mattress if it is visibly dented and feels like you are laying in a sinkhole. And who better than Colder's to provide you with the best mattress that doesn't sink?
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Restonic Scott Living™ Addison Wrapped Coil Tight Top Extra Firm Queen Mattress
You've seen the Property Brothers, Drew and Jonathan Scott, renovate homes, and now they've partnered with Restonic to produce the Scott Living Mattress line to upgrade your sleep. This Restonic Scott Living mattress was created by fusing the mattress-making expertise of Restonic with the values of home, family, and commitment to quality held by the Scott brothers. It features an 800 series support system, edge-to-edge support, and is designed to provide the maximum amount of support. The maximum level of comfort is provided by the gel-infused memory foam, extra firm foam, and 3X cool-to-the-touch sleeping surface, which keeps overheated sleepers cool all night long and provides pressure relief to lessen the need to toss and turn in search of a comfortable position.
Restonic® Queen Standard Foundation
Replace your old foundation with this Restonic queen standard foundation to raise your bed if your mattress is still in good condition but has begun to dip. This foundation can be as high or low-profile for any bedroom décor to offer you the height you need, with a height of nine inches. This foundation will increase the height, durability, and stability of your mattress, making it suitable for sleeping again for a few years before being replaced.
Modus Furniture Simple Queen Platform Bed
Consider this Modus Furniture platform bed made of Tropical Mahogany and lovely veneers stained in a dark Espresso finish. A solid bedframe can make all the difference in sustaining your mattress. Unless you desire more space between you and the floor, you can place your mattress straight on the Nevis collection bed without a box spring for added support.
How to Prevent a Mattress from Sinking
It's a good idea to learn how to remedy a mattress sinking, but perhaps it would be preferable to avoid this issue altogether.
You can take action to delay the premature sagging of your mattress. Here are some pointers:
1. Inspect Your Mattress Often
Make sure to inspect your mattress closely and search for sags or bumps at least once a month.
Instead of dealing with a more complicated mattress issue, it is preferable to find a small indentation and try to remedy it. To determine how flat your mattress is, use a ruler or something similar. If you find any deep angles, you must correct them right away to prevent further damage.
2. Apply Pressure Evenly
In other words, you could occasionally try sleeping in a new position on the bed. This keeps the mattress from getting used to pressure in a single area to the point where it cannot recover when the pressure is released.
You can alternate sleeping positions with your partner once every two to three months. Additionally, check that your bed frame has adequate support in the middle, as that is where most sags begin.
3. Go for a Metallic Frame
As it offers superior support, in some situations, this can let you use your mattress for longer.
Wooden bed frames typically degrade more quickly over time. As a result, the wood components grow more brittle and may shatter over time from the pressure of your body. As a result, the mattress sinks into the hole made by the fragments of splintered wood, and a hole will quickly form.
By choosing a metal bed frame, you can avoid having to deal with a drooping mattress. Regardless of how heavy you are, metal is considerably more resilient than wood and may last a lifetime. Metal frames provide the mattress more stability and increase its lifespan.
Keep in mind that, depending on the quality and materials of the mattress, a replacement should be made every 10 years.
When to Replace Your Mattress
If your mattress is sinking in the middle, it might be time to replace it with a mattress that doesn’t sink in the middle. The solutions offered in this blog are only intended to address the symptoms of a sinking mattress; they do not address the underlying cause.
Mattresses should typically be changed every six to 10 years. Replace your mattress as soon as possible if it starts to sag severely.
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