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February 3, 2022 in Uncategorized
What is the Best Mattress for Bad Backs?
If you’re one of the many Australians suffering from a bad back, you’re not alone – and the fix could be as simple as upgrading your mattress! So many of us keep our mattresses for way too long; we get used to them, it seems like a hassle to buy new, and we grow complacent. But when back pain starts to interrupt daily life, that’s when it’s time to take a good hard look at your mattress and consider how a new one could benefit you (and your back)! The best kind of mattress to help with back pain is one that provides the right support to keep your spine aligned throughout the night. When you wake up with the soreness and creakiness that you’re probably very familiar with, that’s because your spine spent the night in misalignment. But with the right mattress, you’ll wake up feeling refreshed – without any aches or lasting soreness throughout the day.
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July 4, 2019 in Latest News
How lack of sleep can take a toll over your health
Have you been feeling drowsy? Well, it must have been that night when you decided to binge-watch your favourite series.
If not this, then it probably have been a night where you struggled to fall asleep. However, drowsiness is only a superficial effect. There are long-term effects which can permanently damage your health. It is therefore essential that you amidst the chaos of life take quality rest. At times, it is possible that you do not feel anything on an immediate basis, but it does not mean that lack of sleep isn’t doing any harm.
Let’s try and decode what it is that is not letting you have your beauty sleep.
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October 1, 2018 in Latest News
Do I Really Need to Flip my Mattress?
We all know that we should be flipping our mattresses regularly. Just like flossing, we know we should do it, we know it’s important, but getting that motivation to do it is where it gets tricky. You might be wondering, how often should you flip your mattress? And more importantly, should you be flipping it at all, or just rotating it instead?
The problem often comes down to the ‘why’. We know we need to floss because it’s good to our gums, but why do I need to flip my mattress? And how often?
Key takeaways
- Most mattresses today don’t require flipping, especially those with a comfort layer or single-sided design.
- Your specific mattress type will determine whether it needs to be flipped, rotated, or both. Below, we break down the care and maintenance needs for each type.
- Some older or double-sided mattresses may still require flipping to prevent sagging and extend their lifespan.
- If you share your bed or sleep in the same position each night, rotating becomes even more important to ensure even distribution.
- Rotating your mattress with the seasons, about every 3 to 6 months, is an easy habit to build and helps keep your sleep surface feeling fresh and supportive.
Why should I flip my mattress?
Flipping or rotating your mattress helps maintain its shape and support, especially if you tend to sleep in the same spot night after night. Here’s why it matters:
Prevents dips and indentations
Regular flipping or rotating stops body impressions from forming in one area.
Protects spinal support
Sleeping in a worn spot can reduce support and lead to neck or back pain.
Reduces uneven wear
Especially important if you share a bed, one side often wears out faster than the other.
Stops the dreaded centre sag
Couples who sleep close together in the middle of the bed can create a dip over time, making it hard to stay comfortable or supported.
Helps you sleep better, longer
A well-maintained mattress means more restful sleep and a longer lifespan for your bed.
Even if your mattress isn’t designed to be flipped, rotating it regularly can still make a big difference. It helps balance out wear, especially if you share a bed, keeps the comfort fillings evenly distributed, and helps maintain that “new mattress” feel for longer. Think of it like giving your mattress a fresh start every few months—your back (and sleep) will thank you.
So basically, a flipped (or rotated) mattress should give you a few extra years on the lifespan of your mattress.
What does flipping your mattress actually mean?
Flipping your mattress means turning the entire mattress over so that the bottom side becomes the new sleeping surface. You’re essentially using the opposite side of the mattress, which helps spread out wear and tear across both sides—but only if the mattress is designed to be double-sided.
Before flipping, it’s a good idea to rotate the mattress first. Rotating means turning it 180 degrees so the head of the bed becomes the foot, and vice versa. Once rotated, you then flip the mattress over so the underside is now facing up.
Can my mattress be flipped?
Back in the day, the recommendation was to flip a mattress every 6 months to prevent the springs from being damaged from overuse and causing dips and indentations. However, mattresses and science have come a long way since then, and now there are far more questions because there are more types of mattresses.
Flipping a pillow-top mattress
As you can imagine, a pillow top mattress won’t give the same soft, plush feeling when flipped, so it’s not recommended. Instead, rotate every 6 months so that you’re turning it 180 degrees. This means that the head of the mattress is now at the foot and vice versa. This will even the wear of the mattress and let you get the most out of that pillow top.
Flipping a memory foam mattress
Just like pillow-top styles, memory foam mattresses aren’t made to be flipped. The comfort comes from the top memory foam layer, so turning it over means you’ll be sleeping on the firmer support base, not the plush surface you paid for.
Instead, rotate your memory foam mattress every 3 months. Because memory foam moulds to your sleeping position, it can develop body impressions more quickly than other materials. A quick 180-degree turn every few months is all it takes to keep that cloud-like comfort going strong.
Flipping a latex mattress
Many places might tell you that flipping a latex mattress is completely unnecessary, as the natural latex foam layers are designed to bounce back every night, just like rubber. But there’s no harm in flipping and rotating your latex mattress every 6 months to ensure you get the best support possible.
Flipping an innerspring mattress
These mattresses that don’t have a topper of any kind – and are essentially the same on the top as they are on the bottom should definitely be flipped every 6 months.
The innersprings of your mattress will wear out over time and lose their spring when worn down in the same places night after night. So this type of mattress is the most important to be flipped every 6 months – and a sneaky rotation won’t hurt either.
Flipping vs rotating a mattress
By now, it’s clear that not all mattresses are made to be flipped. In fact, most modern mattresses have a distinct top and bottom layer, which means flipping them can actually do more harm than good.
Rather than helping, flipping the wrong kind of mattress can:
- Put you on the firmer, support layer rather than the comfort layer
- Lead to poor spinal alignment
- Cause aches, pains and interrupted sleep
What should you do instead? Rotate
Rotating your mattress means turning it 180 degrees, so the head is now at the foot. It’s a simple way to even out wear and get the most life and comfort from your mattress.
Here’s a quick breakdown:
Mattress TypeFlipRotateRecommended FrequencyWhy?Pillow-Top Not recommended Yes Every 6 months Flipping removes the plush top layer; rotating helps even wear Memory Foam Not recommended Yes Every 3 months Keeps body impressions from forming; preserves comfort and targeted support Latex Optional Yes Every 6 months Latex bounces back, but flipping/rotating helps maintain evenly distributed support Innerspring (No Top) Yes Yes Flip and rotate every 6 months Same material on both sides; flipping helps prevent sagging Ready to sleep better?
Whether your mattress needs flipping, rotating, or replacing altogether, we’re here to help. If you’ve got questions about mattress care or you’re ready to upgrade to something more supportive, check out our range or give us a call on (08) 8332 4055 today.
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September 12, 2018 in Latest News
Top 10 Checklist for Buying a Mattress
There are so many mattresses out there so how do you choose the one for you? It can be so confusing to navigate all the options! We understand that you really do want to get this right. After all you and your mattress are going to be spending lots and lots of time together.
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June 25, 2018 in Latest News
Firm Vs Fluffy: Best Pillows For Maximum Relaxation Revealed
Let’s talk about what’s really going on in the bedroom when you don’t get a good night’s sleep. And it’s not what you’re thinking. Yes, the kids may still wake and make a sandwich out of you and your partner. Or the cat may refuse to sleep at your feet and instead, choose to nestle near your neck. But there’s one way to make sure you achieve maximum relaxation, when you do finally get to sleep – having a perfect pillow.
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November 7, 2017 in Latest News
Is Your Mattress a Pain in the Back?
Back pain is one of those ‘certainties of life’, like paying taxes and dying. It isn’t fun and nobody wants it, but given that we use our back for, well, everything, it is kind of inevitable that we will end up hurting it one day.
There are a multitude of reasons why we get sore backs; not bending our knees when lifting heavy items, pushing our bodies at the gym, manually exhausting work, arthritis, slip disks, the list goes on. -
July 20, 2017 in Latest News
Snooze Button Tango: Sleep-Delay Culture Could Be Ruining Your Day
In an ideal (read: pre-industrialised) world we would sleep and wake by our own body clocks. Facilities would be open when we needed them and being fashionably late just would not be a thing.
Unfortunately, pretty much everybody living or working by standardised business and school times or social practices need an alarm clock to unapologetically interrupt their slumber.
Unapologetically indeed, thankfully us witty humans have mastered the sleep-delaying art of the multiple snooze button hit.
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July 20, 2017 in Latest News
Spouting Secrets or Slurring Sweet-Nothings During Slumber? What is Sleep-Talking
If late night chatter has your bed-buddy awake at night, then this might be the first time you are becoming aware of your sleep-talking habits. But, sleep-talking can also be a symptom of more serious sleep disorders.
Understanding more about sleep-talking is the key to finding out if your slumber speech is normal or something to investigate further.
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May 16, 2017 in Latest News
Taking the Right One Home: Choosing the Right Sheets
With Autumn fast approaching, cuddle season is just around the corner. If you are considering investing in a new set of sheets to get cosy in, here are some things you need to know to avoid taking the wrong ones home.
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May 2, 2017 in Latest News
Technology that Puts You to Sleep: The Newest Gadgets for Supreme Slumber
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has once again toured the world showcasing the weird, wonderful and bizarre technology that may make it to our shelves. In tune with recent trends of technology which tracks our bodies, there certainly wasn’t a shortage of devices to help us sleep.
It might seem an odd thought that technology is trying to help us sleep. Especially in an era where it is often our hyper-connectivity to each other and work which is keeping us awake.
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There are a multitude of reasons why we get sore backs; not bending our knees when lifting heavy items, pushing our bodies at the gym, manually exhausting work, arthritis, slip disks, the list goes on.
