It is not uncommon for mattresses sold on the market to present themselves as being in possession of a winter side and a summer side: indeed, there are many brands whose mattress offers the possibility of being returned according to of the time of year.
But what is a double-sided mattress?
The proposal is quite simple: the winter side of the mattress incorporates, as a first layer, materials that retain heat, which is perfect for the cold.
The summer side, on the other hand, is more likely to have materials that promote good air circulation, which cools the mattress, and therefore guarantees a good quality of sleep during the hottest months.
If you are sensitive to variations in the weather during the night, this is a proposal that may be of great interest to you.
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The advantages and disadvantages of a double-sided mattress
The double-sided mattress has a significant advantage when it comes to regulating the temperature during the night, depending on the time of year.
This requires turning the mattress around once every six months to benefit from the benefits of each side.
And it's not just good for you, it's good for the mattress itself.
Indeed, turning the mattress regularly makes it possible to put less stress on each side, and therefore to balance the load throughout the year.
This can significantly increase the lifespan of your mattress, which is, on average, about ten years.
Extended life also means savings, since you don't have to change mattresses as regularly as when you have a single-sided model.
It should be noted, however, that some manufacturers of single-sided models sometimes recommend reorienting the mattress from time to time, putting the head at the foot of the bed.
This is proof that such a maneuver can be useful to preserve the comfort of your mattress, even when it is not double-sided.
As for the disadvantages, they turn out to be very rare!
The only one that can really be highlighted concerns the weight of the mattress, which can be a hindrance when it comes to carrying out the manipulation alone.
Indeed, turning a mattress can be complex in this situation.
If you are two, the process is facilitated.
Do not hesitate to use the handles generally present on the side of the double-sided mattress to make your task easier.
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How to differentiate between the summer side and the winter side of a mattress?
The two sides of a mattress of this type have important differences.
If the mattress you have does not have labels that clearly highlight them, you can still tell them apart without difficulty.
The summer side generally highlights fabrics such as silk and linen, or even materials patented by bedding brands, with refreshing properties: the surface is often cool and soft to the touch.
Conversely, the winter side often has a wide stitching that retains heat, which makes it soft and a little warmer to the touch.
This is usually where the mattress label is located, making it easier to identify.
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