You spend roughly a third of your life on a mattress and it collects sweat, skin cells, and dust mites the entire time. Most people have never had one professionally cleaned.
The baseline: every 6 to 12 months
For an average adult sleeper with a protector in place, once a year is reasonable. Without a protector, every six months is closer to right.
When to go more often
Allergy and asthma sufferers benefit from every 4 to 6 months because dust mite allergen is the main trigger. Kids' beds, homes with pets on the bed, and anyone who sweats heavily should also shorten the interval.
Maintenance between cleanings
Vacuum the surface monthly with an upholstery tool, wash bedding weekly in hot water, use a washable mattress protector, and air the bed out before making it in the morning.
Bottom line
If your mattress has never been cleaned, it is due. Mattress service starts at $169 and takes about an hour.
Service areas
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