If you want to know anything about mattresses, Harrison Reid is your man.
Bondi's lifeguard father owned mattress retail stores in New Zealand for over 40 years so growing up he learned everything there was to know about the industry.
Reid considers mattresses part of his DNA and although he planned to return home to follow in his father's footsteps, he has launched his own brand of mattresses here in Australia.
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22:PM Sleep is named for the optimal time to fall asleep as well as Reid's bedtime.
He founded the company to simplify the mattress buying process and reduce confusion about all the options on the market.
In celebration of World Sleep Day on March 17th, Reid sat down with 9Honey Living to share their expert advice on how to keep our mattresses in tip-top condition for as long as possible.
And since 10PM found that discarded mattresses contained an average of 12 million mattress dust mites in their testing of some of the 1.8 million mattresses discarded in Australia each year, it's worth adding some of the tips from maintaining our cleaning routines.
What care and cleaning habits should we adopt to maintain the quality of our mattress?
As a mattress begins to age, it can sag, which can make sleeping very uncomfortable and also lead to long-term problems like back pain. Make sure your mattress is supported by a good spring mattress and find something comfortable and supportive.
You should clean linens at least once a week, especially in Australia's hot and humid climate. This is important for hygiene and allergy reasons, but it also helps to protect your mattress. Use this opportunity to air out the mattress as well.
Rotation is also important, although with today's mattress technology you don't need to do this as often. I know some people love the little bump they've left on their bed over the years, but your mattress doesn't share the same love. So make sure you rotate it 180 degrees as the seasons change, as a general rule.
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Would you recommend using a mattress protector?
Absolutely. A mattress protector is the extra insurance you need in the event of an accident. It also serves as an extra barrier to prevent moisture and skin cells from penetrating the mattress.
Trust me, it's a lot easier to throw your saver in the wash than it is to clean an entire mattress, so just do it.
Using a mattress protector from the start will ensure that unnecessary wear and tear does not occur in the early stages and will keep your mattress clean and fresh for longer.
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Should mattresses be aired before new sheets are put on?
It is very important to air the mattress to prevent moisture from developing into mold and bacteria and to reduce the amount of dust and dust mites. When washing the sheets, open the windows, let the sunlight fall on the mattress, and let the sun's magic work its magic.
Also, be sure to make your bed every morning. If you diligently make a clean and tidy bed every day, you are doing your mattress a disservice. If we do them every day, we trap everything and increase the likelihood of absorbing moisture, which leads to the growth of mold, bacteria, and dust mites. You should carefully place the blankets at the end of the bed every day and allow moisture to escape.
Should we vacuum the mattresses or clean them ourselves?
To keep dust mites at bay, which inevitably arise from dust and fur in your mattress, we have to sit on a vacuum cleaner when we turn our mattresses. To avoid buildup, focus on seams and ridges, and if possible, get an upholstery accessory that will help fluff up the surface of the mattress and bring dust to the surface so you can remove as much of it as possible.
You should use natural products to cleanse, as chemicals can aggravate the condition by penetrating our skin at night and then coming into contact with it again. I recommend using baking soda to deodorize the mattress, even as the seasons change. Sprinkle baking soda on the mattress, let it sit, and then vacuum it up.
Air the mattress outside (if possible) or by a window so the sun can disinfect it.
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How do we know if our mattress has reached the end of its useful life?
The age of a mattress is a good rule of thumb, but of course it can vary from mattress to mattress. In general, a mattress should not be stored for longer than ten years.
You should look for visible wear such as sagging, tears, and stains. Other things to watch out for are if you wake up with back pain or if your allergies or asthma are getting worse. These signs show that your mattress may not be providing enough support, and the buildup of dust and dust mites means it's time to switch to a fresh, new mattress.
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