How to Implement a Mattress Topper
As one of the best ways to make beds more comfortable with minimal cost and hassle, mattress toppers have never been more popular. With a variety of materials and sizes available, a mattress topper can be the solution to sleep issues, whether you have a studio apartment, a dorm room or a contemporary bedroom.
One of the most frequent questions people have after purchasing a topper is how to properly use it. The premise may seem simple – put it on top of your mattress! – but there are plenty of other components to the equation that can help you maximize its benefit, so here are a few tips:
- Let it expand! Most toppers are made of traditional foam, latex foam or memory foam, and the packaging process often involves vacuum sealing to minimize its size. When you first open the topper, spread the mat foam out in a spare room or open area and let it expand fully before using it.
- Be Gentle! A topper will hold and support your body weight, a testament to its strength, but that doesn’t mean it has no weaknesses. When putting your topper on the bed for the first time or adjusting it, don’t grab corners or drag it because it can tear. Do your best to roll or fold the form to move it to where it needs to go.
- Cover it! Some people may wonder after they get their topper if they should sleep directly on top of it. The answer to that is a resounding NO. Either covering the topper on its own or putting it directly on the mattress under the sheets is vital to keeping it clean and in top shape.