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If it’s not confusing enough to shop for a new mattress<\/a>, the slew of mattress misinformation out there can make it even harder than it needs to be. Your best defense is a good offense: Knowing the facts before you go shopping will save you headaches, money, pain, and regret. Here are eight mattress myths you shouldn’t fall for when buying your next mattress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: A firm mattress is best for your back<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A mattress that properly supports your back<\/a> doesn’t need to be overly firm. A soft or ultra-plush bed<\/a> can still provide plenty of support, as long as the layers underneath\u2014whether they’re made of foam, springs, or some combination\u2014are appropriate for the person who’s sleeping on it. Those who can<\/em> benefit from a firm mattress<\/a> include stomach sleepers, people with bigger bodies, and some people who suffer from back pain. (Read more about the best mattresses for back pain<\/a>.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: All foam mattresses sleep hot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As a category, foam traps more heat than less dense materials, but some foams sleep cooler than others. In general, memory foam sleeps the warmest, latex sleeps the coolest, and polyurethane is somewhere in between. Newer generations of memory foam, such as those made with plant-based ingredients, retain less heat than older ones. Added layers of cooling gels and breathable fabric covers also help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Related: Why some mattresses “sleep hot” (and what to do about it)<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: You should flip a mattress every few months to keep it in good condition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most mattresses today are one-sided, meaning they are not designed to be flipped. You should, however, rotate your mattress regularly to distribute the wear\u2014at Saatva, we recommend after the first six months, then once a year thereafter. Sleeping in different positions and locations on the mattress will also help minimize body impressions<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth: You need to replace your mattress every eight years<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A mattress’s lifespan can vary dramatically from the recommended average of seven to 10 years. It really depends on the quality of the mattress’s components, how you take care of the mattress, how you sleep on it, and how often you rotate it. A good innerspring<\/a> or memory foam mattress<\/a> should carry a warranty of at least 10 years, and latex<\/a> can last even longer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We debunk the biggest mattress myths in this video:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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