Maintenance Protocol

Do You Really Need to Rotate Your Mattress?

Stop wrestling your bed for no reason. We analyzed the data to separate the maintenance myths from the mandatory moves.

The Rotation Calculator

Answer 2 questions to get your personalized verdict.

1. Is your mattress "flippable" (two-sided)?

The "Layer Cake" Rule

Most modern mattresses are built like a cake. Flipping a one-sided mattress means sleeping on concrete-like base foam.

Mattress Internals
Soft Comfort Layer
Transition Foam
Hard Support Base

✅ Correct: Soft Comfort Layer Up

The "Canoe Effect"

Without rotation, weight concentrates in one spot, creating permanent indentations.

Simulated degradation data over 5 years.

The Maintenance Protocol

The Magic Number

Rotate every 3 to 6 months. A good rule of thumb? Rotate whenever the seasons change.

Protect Warranty

Many warranties define sagging as indentations >1.5". Manufacturers check for uneven wear to void claims.

When to Stop

If you have deep impressions or wake up with aches despite rotating, it's likely time for a replacement.

The Final Verdict

For 90% of the population, the answer is YES, rotate it. It is the single easiest way to maintain spinal alignment and extend the lifespan of your mattress.

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