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Mattress Care Guide: How to Care for a New Mattress & Extend Its Lifespan
A new bed is more than just a place to sleep - it’s an investment in your health, posture, and everyday wellbeing. With proper mattress maintenance, you can enjoy years of quality sleep and protect your mattress from early wear and tear.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to care for your new mattress with simple, effective tips that help extend its lifespan, support your warranty, and keep your bed fresh and supportive for years to come.
How to Care for Your New Bed
A new bed is an investment in your health and wellbeing. Take care of it properly, and it will take care of you - delivering years of quality sleep and support for your back, body, and mind.
Here are our top tips for getting the best out of your mattress:
🛡️ Protect Your Mattress from Day One
The best thing you can do to protect your mattress is to use a waterproof mattress protector. It acts as a barrier against dust, moisture, body oils, and allergens - all of which can shorten the life of your bed.
We recommend the Protect-A-Bed range for breathable protection that doesn’t compromise comfort.
Using a protector is also required for mattress warranty care on many models.
🔁 Rotate Your Mattress Regularly
As your body settles into a new sleep surface, it's important to distribute weight and pressure evenly. Follow this rotation schedule:
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First 2 months: Rotate your mattress every 2 weeks
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Ongoing: Rotate monthly or at least every second month
This helps reduce body impressions and supports even wear - a simple trick to extend mattress lifespan.
💡 Pro tip: Lie in the centre of the bed sometimes, especially if you're a solo sleeper — it helps balance compression over time.
🛏️ Use a Supportive Base
Your mattress is only as good as what’s underneath it. A sagging or unsupportive base can affect your comfort, damage your mattress, and even void your warranty.
To maintain proper support:
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Use a matching, firm base or slat system
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Avoid old or bowed bed frames
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Consider replacing your base when buying a new mattress
If you're unsure whether your current base meets manufacturer requirements, contact our team for guidance on bed care NZ-wide.
🌬️ Let It Breathe
Moisture from body heat can build up in your mattress over time. Airing it out regularly helps keep it fresh and hygienic:
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Leave the bedding off for a few hours on dry, sunny days
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Keep airflow in the bedroom to reduce condensation buildup
🧼 Mattress Maintenance Tips: Keep It Clean
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Vacuum your mattress every few months to remove dust and allergens
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Spot clean gently with mild soap and water - avoid soaking or steam cleaning
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Never jump on the bed or bend your mattress - this can damage internal components
📄 Mattress Warranty Care: Follow the Instructions
Every mattress brand has its own care guidelines. If your new bed includes a care and warranty sheet, keep it somewhere safe and refer to it regularly.
Following these steps will not only support your comfort but also protect your mattress warranty coverage.
✅ Summary: How to Care for Your Mattress
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Use a high-quality mattress protector
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Rotate regularly to reduce body impressions
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Keep it clean, dry, and aired
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Use a strong, supportive base
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Follow your warranty care instructions
Looking after your mattress isn’t complicated - but it makes a big difference. With these tips, you’ll keep your bed supportive, comfortable, and fresh for years to come.
🛒 Need Mattress Care Products?
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