Finding the Ideal Bed Position

The ideal position for your bed is with the head end along a solid wall, preferably an interior wall. By avoiding exterior walls and windows,
you can minimise unwanted draughts, temperature fluctuations, and street noise.

Which Way Should Your Bed Face?

Ultimately, this is a personal preference, as each bedroom and home layout is different, but it is advised to
face your bed with the head end along an interior wall.

Bedroom Feng Shui Bed Placement

A traditional feng shui bed position recommends placing your bed in a “commanding” position where you can easily
see your bedroom door while in bed, without directly facing it.

It is also recommended not to place your bed directly under architectural features, beams, or sloped ceilings. If this is unavoidable,
you could choose to mask architectural ceiling elements with paint or fabric.

Importance of Bed Placement and Sleep Quality

By placing your bed with the head end along a solid wall, and one that is not shared with a bathroom, you can ensure
less noise disruption overnight and avoid draughts and temperature changes from nearby windows. This will result in
better overall rest and comfort and is the best bed placement for better sleep quality.

Common Bed Positioning Mistakes to Avoid

It is best to avoid placing either long side of your bed along a wall, as this can compromise comfort and access—particularly
in a bed space shared with a partner—and can promote condensation. It is best to provide clear access to both sides of the bed.

Optimal Bed Directions and Their Benefits

Feng shui principles suggest that, by facing your bed south, you can encourage wealth and prosperity.
Doing so while also diagonally facing your bedroom door is considered to be the best feng shui position for overall quality of life.

Alternatively, you could face east, which feng shui tradition says will promote better health.

Choosing the Best Direction for Your Personal Needs

Ultimately, this will depend on your home layout and personal preference, but it is best to prioritise access and comfort to
ensure minimal sleep disturbance and optimal quality of sleep.

Improving Bed Placement with Supportive Elements

Most modern bedrooms include one or more bedside tables that can provide added convenience and comfort if they fit comfortably in your space.

Using a Solid Wall and Headboard for Support

A solid wall is important for temperature consistency and noise limitation, whereas a headboard provides
aesthetic beauty and enhances the overall look of the bedroom space.

Creating Balanced Space on Both Sides of the Bed

Balanced space on both sides of the bed, where possible, allows clear pathways to the bed and ensures equal
partner comfort and access.

Final Tips for the Right Bedroom Layout

• Reduce Bedroom Clutter:

  Maximise bed size. Your bed and your quality of sleep are what matter, so Dreamwool recommends buying the biggest mattress you can comfortably fit in your sleeping space. Don’t sacrifice the size of your mattress for another bedside table and, in doing so, give yourself a lesser quality of sleep.

• Maintain a Clear Line of Sight to the Door:

  A clear line of sight to the door provides better security, which can lead to a more restful sleep. It is also recommended as part of traditional feng shui principles.

• Keep Electronics and Distractions Out of the Bedroom:

  It is best to leave all distractions out of your bedroom, including laptops, phones, and televisions. Your bed should be used exclusively for sleeping and sex, with no distractions or electronics allowed.

Why Mattress Lifespan Matters for Sleep Quality

Mattress lifespan is an indicator of quality craftsmanship. Fewer or lower-quality fillings equal a poorer quality of sleep; this accelerates as the layers wear. A luxury mattress will provide better quality sleep for longer because it has more high-quality materials in it.

How does mattress age affect sleep comfort?

The fewer layers, the less comfortable a mattress will be as it ages. You will feel the bed get firmer, and you will see it show more signs of wear, with less resilience and support than when it was new.

What role does support play in long-term sleep health?

Support is critical for long-term sleep health because a mattress that is more compliant and contouring to your body profile will provide a better quality of rest with less tossing and turning.

When to Replace Your Mattress?

How long should you keep a mattress? While a luxury mattress could last you 10+ years, you may need to replace it sooner if your body composition or sleep needs change. In terms of our best mattress replacement tips, we say you should replace your mattress as soon as your comfort begins to suffer.

How long do most mattresses last?

Most standard mattresses are made to last an average of 5-7 years, though many people sleep on them long after their use-by date. With a Dreamwool mattress, you’ll typically get optimum comfort and support for 10-15 years. That said, there are many factors that can impact this, including the kind of base you’re using and your individual body composition and sleep preferences.

How long does a pocket sprung mattress last?

A pocket sprung mattress lifespan is typically a little shorter; in the case of Dreamwool pocket spring mattresses, about 12+ years.

How long does a latex mattress last?

A latex mattress lifespan can be a bit longer, as those sleepers are already used to a slightly firmer feel. For Dreamwool mattress owners, this tends to be up to 15 years.

Key Factors That Affect Mattress Durability

Manufacturing quality is the number one factor that affects mattress durability. This includes the quality and quantity of all of the bed’s components, including its natural materials, latex, and spring system.

How do materials impact mattress lifespan?

The quality and quantity of materials in your mattress determine the amount of time you can expect to get optimum comfort and support. In particular, natural materials stand up better over time than man-made alternatives.

Does mattress quality influence longevity?

Mattress quality goes hand in hand with longevity. Luxury latex and premium spring systems will endure better than their synthetic or poorly manufactured counterparts.

What effect does sleeping position have on wear?

Back sleepers have a more even weight distribution across the mattress’s surface area, meaning they tend to see slower wear and tear. Side sleepers, in comparison, have their weight concentrated over just 5% of the surface area, which can lead to quicker wear.

How does regular maintenance extend mattress life?

Rotating your mattress regularly – Dreamwool recommends once a season – can extend mattress life and reduce wear by allowing you to use your sleeping surface more evenly over time.

Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Mattress

One of the first signs that your mattress is nearing the end of its comfortable lifespan is ridging or bowing in the middle; some body impression is to be expected, but this should not exceed what is comfortable. Beyond that, if you’re not sleeping as well, feeling less rested, and experiencing more interrupted sleep, these are signs it’s time to replace your mattress.

Is sagging a clear sign of a worn-out mattress?

Yes, sagging is a clear sign that you are due for an upgrade. Run your hand along the surface, and if you can feel the wear on the comfort layers, it’s time for a new mattress.

How to Extend the Life of Your Mattress

Our best advice for a long mattress lifespan is to buy a quality mattress in the first place. This will ensure that you have optimum comfort and support for as long as possible. But when your mattress does start to deteriorate – and all mattresses eventually do – you should replace it.

Should you rotate your mattress regularly?

Absolutely, rotating your mattress quarterly will help it maintain its shape and provide you with comfort and support for longer.

Why use a mattress protector for added durability?

Mattress protectors give an added layer of protection for normal sleep activities such as perspiration. The thing to remember is that your protector still needs to be breathable in order to maintain the full comfort of your mattress.

What Defines a Luxury Mattress?

The word ‘luxury’ is overused by many manufacturers, regardless of the actual quality and craftsmanship of the mattresses they sell. A top-quality mattress is defined by what’s inside as opposed to the words that are used to describe it. And true luxury is an investment worth making. 

Materials used in luxury vs. standard mattresses

The quality and quantity of materials used in luxury mattresses far exceed what you will find in a standard mattress. A luxury mattress contains a high volume of natural materials that are breathable, durable, and sourced from reputable manufacturers with sustainable supply chains. Standard mattresses typically contain a smaller amount of synthetic fillings that are selected based on what is most cost-effective to produce.

Craftsmanship and design quality

Luxury mattresses typically include a number of handcrafted components. This hands-on craftsmanship, as opposed to the mass production of many standard mattresses, enables constant improvements to design quality to maintain an optimum sleep experience.

Advanced features in luxury mattresses

Dreamwool luxury mattresses, are designed based on benefits as opposed to features; our focus is on the joy of ownership. Luxury mattress benefits include better quality materials in higher volumes, higher manufacturing specifications, and second-to-none comfort and support.

Comfort and Support: Luxury vs. Standard Mattresses

When considering a high-end mattress vs. a regular mattress, the biggest difference is in manufacturing quality. Nothing is pared back in Dreamwool luxury mattresses, which offer more of everything and in the best quality available.

How do luxury mattresses improve comfort?

Luxury mattresses feature the highest volume of the best natural materials, offering more cushioning and optimum comfort for your body in a range of customisable options for different firmnesses and fillings. It is also worth noting that a premium bedding comparison quickly demonstrates the importance of using premium linens with your luxury mattress. Don’t decrease your comfort by using substandard bedding on a luxury bed!

Support differences between luxury and standard options

Standard mattresses typically offer the minimum you can get away with in terms of material volume and quality, whereas luxury is the other end of that scale. While they may feel comparable, at first, standard mattresses degrade and lose their comfort quickly because their material quality doesn’t stand the test of time.

Which mattress type offers better pressure relief?

A luxury mattress offers optimum pressure relief due to high manufacturing quality and the combination of products being used. Dreamwool luxury mattresses offer many customisable elements, such as spring gauge and density of fillings, to provide a truly personalised sleep experience. Both pocket spring and latex mattresses are excellent for pressure relief, depending on your body composition and individual sleep needs.

Durability and Lifespan

Luxury mattress durability is increased due to more and better quality fillings that will support and comfort your body for longer.

Why luxury mattresses last longer

Comfort differences in mattresses are the biggest consideration when looking at durability. While a standard mattress, in theory, could be used for as long as a luxury mattress, the experience of sleeping on it is vastly different over time. Ultimately, the time you spend in a luxury bed is far better.

Typical lifespan of standard vs. luxury mattresses

The optimum comfort period for a standard mattress might be 5-7 years, whereas for a luxury mattress, it is typically more like 10-12 years.

Factors that impact mattress durability

There are a number of factors that might impact the durability of your mattress over time, including manufacturing quality, body composition, and frequency of turning.

How luxury mattresses add long-term value

Being more rested and recovered for the day ahead adds long-term value to your life. 

Is a luxury mattress worth it? Absolutely. A good night’s sleep is the best investment you can make in tomorrow.