You may be familiar with the ballpark expiration date for mattresses, somewhere between 8 and 12 years. Most recommendations land right in the middle, claiming if your mattress has been with you for a decade, it’s time for it, and you, to move on.
Use a protective mattress cover to prevent stains from seeping through and causing damage to the mattress itself. If you have allergies, look for one that’s CERTIFIED by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America to prevent dust mites from permeating as much as possible. Mattress covers are also machine-washable and far cheaper to replace than the mattress itself.