I've had my mattress and boxspring, same one for almost 7 years. Is it time to buy a new set?
2007-09-12 05:03:04 · 10 answers · asked by Sassy Shut Your Mouth 5 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
The person that said ten years is right. Just think of all the dust mite stuff in a mattress that's older then that.
2007-09-12 07:09:00 · answer #1 · answered by applecrisp 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anything less than 10 years is nonsense, especially if the mattress is high quality, and a box spring is so inexpensive that you should pick one up at the time you buy a new mattress, if only for the heck of it. It's really a matter of how it works for you. If you are getting restful sleep and wake up without back issues, then you're good to go, regardless of how old the mattress is.
2016-05-17 22:03:42 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest 10 yrs. and most mattress companies would also. There is no hard and fast rule. If yours is uncomfortable at 7, buy a new one. The great thing about mattresses made over the last 5 years is that they no longer require flipping. Actually the way they are made, you actually cannot flip to get the best sleep advantage. What a chore that used to be.
2007-09-12 07:14:04 · answer #3 · answered by dawnb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when the springs start sticking in your butt its time to buy!!
seriously tho if its still in good condition after 7 years theres no reason why it wont last another 7 or more.
we had our bed from brand new for about 7 years too and I have no desire to change it its a lovely bed and it cost a lot of money and had a 10 yr guarentee with it.
Well - made beds are designed to last for 20 odd years or more but if you buy a cheapo one then as soon as you feel any discomfort you have to let it go
always buy a bed from a reputable bedding shop be sure to get a good long guarentee and check that you can return if not satisfied.A good store will give a promise of quality on thier beds
my mum had 3 different beds delivered and swapped until she had just the right one (she has severe back shoulder and osteo probs) and the shop went out of their way to help her get the one that suited her condition the best.
The way to extend the life of your mattress is to flip it over at least ever few months get it professionally cleaned at least twice a year and use a mattress protector .
if your bed is good why mess with perfection?
2007-09-12 05:55:59 · answer #4 · answered by jambutty 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No more than 10 years. 7 is good it mostly matters for the mattress not so much the box springs.
2007-09-12 05:09:46 · answer #5 · answered by Mrs Dalton 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends on the quality of your set. the mattress company i work for sells our highest lines with 15 year warranties. lower to mid quality beds 5-10 years. try to avoid the one sided beds. once they start dipping, there is no way to fix it. make sure it has two sides and flip and rotate every three months, monthly if its a pillowtop. i know it can be a pain to do this, but it will give your set several more years of comfort
2007-09-13 16:33:37 · answer #6 · answered by bigslick 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While some might have a 5 or 10 year warranty, it is best to buy a new set when the one you have has started to cause you sleeping problems or back issues.
Only YOU know when your bed's become uncomfortable.
2007-09-12 05:09:55 · answer #7 · answered by Brutally Honest 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the box spring is fine its the mattress thats got to go after five years.
2007-09-14 22:41:42 · answer #8 · answered by endgame1915 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most bed sets (under normal conditions) should last 20 years.
The bed that I slept on at my parents' house is still set up, and still is fine (doesn't have any springs poking through or anything.)
Also, many manufacturers offer a warranty.
2007-09-12 05:09:10 · answer #9 · answered by nellbelle7 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Once a decade....you hear me
2007-09-12 05:08:32 · answer #10 · answered by Jacob 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋