In recent years, and especially in the Netherlands, a box spring mattress is usually upholstered along with the box spring. Therefore, the mattress is often combined with a mattress topper. This provides more comfort and a longer life of your box spring. But when should you replace the topper of your box spring? In this blog we would like to give you some tips.
When should you replace your box spring topper?
Your box spring topper will last an average of 3 to 6 years. After that, you have to replace it.
Exactly when you should replace your box spring topper depends on the materials and quality. On average, a box spring topper or top mattress lasts 3 to 6 years. If you replace in time, you can potentially prevent neck and back pain.
You use your topper about 8 hours each night on average. A worn topper provides poor body support, so you may experience faster back pain. You sleep less soundly and wake up more often. In the long run, this can also lead to health problems. In addition, it is also hygienic to replace your mattress topper on time.
How do you know when to replace your box spring top mattress?
Maybe you don’t remember exactly when you bought your topper. Or you think your box spring topper will last a few more years. Is there any way to check if your topper is still good? Sure there is! Here are some tips:
1. Pits
The most obvious way to tell that your box spring topper needs to be replaced is pitting. Then it’s high time to replace your topper. This is because it no longer provides proper support because it will droop and be uncomfortable. There is a big difference with “contouring. With contouring, the shoulder and hip zones are slightly compressed in your top cover mattress. That’s normal. You recognize a pit when the topper is still not back to its original shape even hours after waking up.
Are there potholes in your mattress? Then replace your mattress and don’t think that a topper is a solution to stalling time, because it’s not.
2. Stains and unpleasant odors
Hygiene is an important reason to replace your box spring top mattress. If your top mattress is turning yellow, has lots of stains or if it smells strange or dirty, it’s high time for a new one. Extend the life of your topper by turning and flipping often. Also, a mattress protector is really recommended.
3. Back or neck pain
Do you wake up with lower back pain? Your box spring topper may no longer provide the proper support. Replacing your topper can relieve or eliminate the pain.
How to choose a good topper for your box spring?
Most box spring beds you buy in Dutch or Belgian bed stores have a mattress topper. Top mattresses are also widely used in Scandinavian countries. But how do you choose a new box spring topper when it needs replacing? We list some tips so you can choose the right topper.
- The right firmness: A topper should give your body adequate support. So which hardness you choose depends heavily on your body weight. What weight the topper is suitable for is usually stated.
- The materials: There are different materials used in mattress toppers, such as polyether foam, cold foam, memory foam or latex. Foams tend to feel firmer, allowing you to move easily while you sleep. Memory foam molds to your body and offers less freedom of movement. Some people also experience this material as warm. Latex molds easily to your body and gives good support to your body. By the way, the choice of materials will also depend on your budget.
- Allergies: Are you allergic, for example, to dust mites? Then choose a hypoallergenic and/or washable topper cover. Do you have an allergy to latex? Then, of course, a latex topper is not an appropriate choice. Just know that a latex allergy is really not common and there is always a mattress cover around it.
- The right format: It may sound simple, but the mistake is easy to make. Always make sure you measure the mattress properly and purchase a topper in the right size! Do you sleep on an electrically adjustable base? In that case, choose two separate toppers or consider buying a split topper. Keep in mind that you need special fitted sheets and protectors for a split topper.
Does your box spring need a topper?
Maybe you’re wondering if you need a topper? It depends on a number of factors. A top cover mattress is not really necessary if you have a good mattress. However, there are many reasons why people do like use a topper. Here are some of the benefits :
- A topper gives extra smooth lying comfort.
- If you only make the topper, your bed is easier to change.
- A topper protects your mattress and extends its life.
How often should you flip your topper?
To enjoy your box spring topper as long as possible, turn it over occasionally, both from headboard to footboard and top to bottom. How often is best to do this? Rotate your topper very regularly, best once a month. This will prevent pitting and wear and tear, and it will last much longer!
When topper box spring replacement: conclusion
On average, you replace a top-deck mattress after about 3 to 6 years, depending on the quality, thickness and intensity with which it is used. There are also a number of things that indicate that your box spring topper needs replacing, such as pitting. Replace your topper promptly to avoid back pain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hoe oud mag een topper zijn?
After 3 to 6 years, a box spring topper needs replacement. If a topper is too old, it loses support. It is also unhygienic.
Waarom topper vervangen?
A mattress topper should be replaced in a timely manner to continue providing proper support to your body. After three to six years, it is time for a new box spring topper.
Kan je op een boxspring zonder topper slapen?
Most box springs come with upholstered mattresses. Depending on the finish, these are usually not suitable for sleeping directly on. In that case, it is best to choose a topper that meets your needs.
