From CBS Minnesota

“Doctors at theMinnesota Regional Sleep Disorders Center recommend considering a new mattress every seven years or when the mattress begins to affect sleep. Those over 40 years of age might want to buy one every 5-7 years because as we get older, our bodies are more susceptible to pressure.”

WOW!

Looking at the cost of a new mattress now days that would get really expensive. One of the reasons people think they should change out their mattress is because of dust mites. Years ago a study from a university said a mattress could double in weight after 12 years if left unprotected. Hard to believe but I guess it is possible.

If you need to buy a new mattress because it is uncomfortable that is one thing but there is no reason to do it because of dust mites. All you need to do is put a one of the specially made dust mite covers on the mattress and that will solve the problem. Once covered dust mites can’t get into it and those in it can’t get out. Problem solved and it did not cost a bundle.

If you are looking for a high quality mattress covers that will stop dust mites then check out the Allergy Store. They carry a wide selection of covers to fit every budget.