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Flipping and / or Turning →
Based on Data From Over 15,000 Actual Owners
Page last updated: October 10, 2010
"Need to turn / flip" in our research refers to whether the mattress can or needs to be turned (by moving the head of mattress to the foot) and / or flipped to maintain longevity, comfort and support.
The
chart below shows how mattress types compare on this issue
based on owner / user experiences. Keep in mind that this
represents what is often, but not always, the case; a particular
brand, model or individual mattress may go against these findings.
| Mattress Turning Requirements |
| |
Less turning More turning |
| Mattress Flipping Requirements |
| |
Less flipping More flipping |
Air
The core of the beds do not need to be flipped / turned to avoid
sagging and loss of support. However, some models have toppers that can and should be turned / flipped periodically to avoid uneven wear / compression. The toppers are usually not heavy and can be turned / flipped with little difficulty.
Innerspring, Memory foam and Latex
These mattresses can benefit from turning, owner data suggests, despite claims from several manufacturers that it is not necessary. Given the potentially heavy weight of these mattresses, turning can be difficult and require more than one person to do it. In regard to flipping, most models often have a no-flip, one-sided design. Some owners, however, report flipping their mattress nevertheless in an effort to deal with premature sagging. Some innerspring mattress manufacturers are returning to flippable mattresses to increase mattress longevity.
Water
Waterbeds do not need to be turned / flipped.
Futons
Futons generally require regular turning / flipping.
Given that they often have somewhat thin and comparatively lightweight mattresses, turning / flipping them is usually only moderately difficult.
