The type of mattress that you own would determine if you need to rotate and/or flip it.
Should Sealy Mattresses be flipped or rotated?
Our Sealy Mattress is one-sided and made with layers that perform best when used the right way up. We highly recommend that you rotate your mattress 180 degrees, but do not flip it over. Sealy mattresses are not designed for use on both sides.
Aim to rotate your mattress once every 2 weeks during the first three months. After that, rotate it once every three months. Maintaining a regular rotation schedule will ensure even wear across the sleep surface and prolong the life of your mattress.
Posturepedic mattresses are built with specific layers that provide comfort and support throughout the night. The top portion of the mattress features softer foam layers and quilt fibres. The supportive coils are beneath these layers in a unit.
If you were to flip the mattress over, you would compromise its comfort and performance. In addition, some of our coils are designed to respond as pressure is applied, compressing the uniquely shaped springs from top to bottom, and they are not designed to work upside down.
What are the types of mattresses that require flipping?
Flipping a mattress is intended to distribute the wear more evenly, minimising body impressions or idents and prolonging the comfort life of the mattress overall.
Mattresses that may be flipped are considered reversible. They usually have the same firmness on either side, often due to identical layers or all-foam constructions. However, this is not the case for every foam mattress—check the manufacturer’s website or the care tips attached to your mattress if you are unsure.
How to rotate your Posturepedic mattress
Ideally, two people should assist with rotating a queen-size mattress to avoid injury. Note that handles, if fitted, should only be used to position the mattress, not to lift or carry it. Once in place, align the mattress with the base.
- First 3 months — rotate every fortnight
- Continue to rotate once every 3 months
