We spend a lot of time on our mattress and it often shows. Here are some tips on how to properly care for a mattress to make it last longer. Photo: dpa
Around 8 million mattresses are disposed of every year in Germany alone, 95% of which are incinerated and only 5% recycled, according to conservationists.
It’s not just the sheer waste: This intensity of turnover, here and in other countries, can put a serious dent in your budget, as a new quality mattress doesn’t come cheap.
