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How to Store a Mattress

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Tidy made bed in a bright bedroom showing a well-kept sleep surface
Good care keeps a sleep surface looking and feeling fresher for longer.

In short

Store mattresses flat if you can. Keep them clean and dry. Use a cover that lets air through. Never put one in a damp shed. Short-term edge standing may work if the maker allows it. Long-term vertical storage can warp the shape. Do not fold pocket sprung or foam cores. Avoid airtight plastic that traps moisture.

How it works

Diagram of storing a mattress upright with airflow versus crushing it under heavy boxes
Store clean, dry and supported. Avoid soaking and heavy crushing loads.

Storage checklist

  1. Clean and fully dry — see cleaning foam.
  2. Use a breathable cover. Do not seal in dampness.
  3. Prefer flat storage, raised off cold floors.
  4. Keep away from pests and sharp objects.
  5. Do not fold — see footprint and access.

Frequently asked questions

Can I store a mattress on its side?
Short-term edge storage can work if the spot is dry and the mattress is supported so it cannot bow. Flat storage is safer long term. Follow the maker if they forbid vertical storage.
Can I vacuum-bag a mattress for storage?
Only if the mattress is built to be compressed. Forcing a pocket sprung or open-coil mattress into a vacuum bag can damage springs and void warranties.