Tips on Getting Your Own Home-Made Memory Foam Mattress Compressed

New beds are now more accessible than ever thanks to mattress-in-a-box services. You can find a brand new memory foam mattress online and have it shipped to your house. Putting up and moving these beds is a breeze. Should you ever need to move your mattress, however, they are not as simple to compress and re-roll.

When you get a new mattress, the company will use factory-grade machinery and vacuum hose to press your bed flat without damaging its structure. Some people have reported being able to roll their memory foam mattresses back down to their original size at home, but this is not recommended and may cause your warranty to be voided.

The possible damage to your memory foam mattress is the primary danger of re-rolling it. You shouldn't roll your memory foam mattress because doing so can cause dents and folds that are uncomfortable and reduce the mattress's support. Furthermore, there is a possibility that your mattress will not recover its original shape, leaving you without a bed.

Even though a rolled or folded mattress is not the best option, there are ways to easily compress and transport your bed on your own. Everything you need to know about compressing a memory foam mattress is laid out here.

First, assemble all necessary components.

Synthetic Sleeping Sac

Memory foam can be placed in plastic storage bags, which can be purchased for a couple of dollars from places like U-Haul and other moving and storage companies.

For safety, you should store your memory foam mattress inside one of these sturdy bags. Keep your mattress protector on during the move for added safety if you have one.

Before you go shopping, measure the width and length of your mattress to ensure you get a mattress sealable bag that will fit. A King-sized sleeping bag will have too much excess fabric and a Full-sized bag will be too small for a Queen-sized bed.

Duct Tape

As the saying goes, "Duct tape can fix anything." This multipurpose, heavy-duty tape can assist you in many different situations, including the relocation of your bed.

The best way to seal your memory foam mattress bag is with duct tape. Investing in a mattress cover with a zipper is also a good idea. With the help of some duct tape, we were able to get a tighter seal and more efficient compression. A good alternative to duct tape is packing tape.

Vacuum Bag

The actual vacuum bag isn't necessary; rather, just the valve that comes with it will do. It doesn't matter how big or small of a bag you get, but the valve needs to be compatible with the hose on your vacuum.

You can purchase these from any of the aforementioned stores.

Sucker Puncher

A regular household vacuum or a specialized shop vacuum can be used to compress a memory foam mattress. As we've already mentioned, you should make sure the valve you're planning to use is suitable for your vacuum.

Carabiners, or Ratchet Straps

To facilitate mattress relocation, ratchet straps, also known as tie-down straps, are available. These provide a solid grip for moving your bed from one place to another.

Ratchet straps are cheap and can be found at stores like Target and Walmart.

Once you've gathered your supplies, it's time to get rid of the bed.

The mattress should be moved without the sheets or any other bedding on it for ease of transport. Sheets, comforters, and pillows should be packed in a vacuum-sealed bag or another airtight container for safe transport.

Take note: a memory foam mattress protector should not be removed from a bed until its lifespan has expired. Keeping it on top of your mattress provides an additional defense against spills and stains. A mattress pad or topper, however, cannot make this claim.

3 Enclose your bed in a plastic mattress bag.

If you got a mattress bag that matches your bed's dimensions, it should fit like a glove. After you've stuffed your bed into the bag, be sure to zip it up.

The mattress bag you purchased should be able to be sealed like any other plastic bag. When you've finished sealing it, add some duct tape to make sure it stays sealed.

When relocating a bed, a bag's seal can sometimes break, so having duct tape handy as a backup plan is a good idea.

In the event that the mattress bag you purchased doesn't have a seal, don't worry; just be sure to use a lot of duct tape to keep the bag closed.

4) Fasten the valve to its base

Put your mattress inside a plastic bag, then connect the vacuum bag's valve.

Take the first step by opening the vacuum bag's valve. Then you can put it on your plastic bag and trace it. Then, use the template to carefully cut a hole in the plastic bag that is precisely the size of the valve on your vacuum cleaner.

A hole must be cut in the mattress bag, and the valve must be inserted through it to the top of the bed. Tape the opening shut so that the bag is as airtight as possible. Use as much duct tape as you feel comfortable with; the more tape, the better.

5. Suck all the air out with a vacuum

Having fastened the valve to your mattress bag, you can now hook up your vacuum hose and turn it on. Then you can just relax and enjoy watching your mattress deflate.

Keeping your mattress on the floor while you do this is not only the most practical option, but it is also the most effective method for compressing your bed. If the mattress is flat, weight is distributed more evenly and there is less chance of the foam being damaged. Try not to vacuum the air out of your mattress while it is on its side.

Fasten the ratchet straps in place,

A mattress can be compressed to make it smaller, but this doesn't necessarily make it easier to transport. You can make a difficult task much easier by fastening ratchet straps or mattress moving straps to your bed.

Wrap the ratchet straps tightly across the width of your mattress, then thread the buckle through the straps. The compression reinforcement they provide will ensure that your bed remains in place even if the mattress bag's seal is compromised.

Can Other Bed Mattresses Be Compacted?

Transporting a mattress is much easier after it has been compressed because it takes up much less room in the moving van and can be picked up and carried with much less effort. Not every mattress, however, can be vacuumed to a flat surface.

Memory foam and latex mattresses, as well as other foam mattresses, compress the most easily. Because many mattress manufacturers consider foam to be the least likely to deform when compressed, these are the most widely available types of "mattress in a box."

Since compressing a hybrid or innerspring mattress can cause irreparable damage to the coil system, many manufacturers shy away from offering them on their websites. While it is possible to flatten out these beds, many manufacturers prefer to offer White Glove delivery due to the inherent dangers. Your mattress will be delivered to your home and expertly assembled in the room of your choice by our white glove delivery service. Your new bed will arrive in pristine condition, and they will even take care of the packaging for you.

Free White Glove delivery may be costly, but it's cheaper than replacing a defective mattress and processing warranty claims.

These guidelines also apply to other components of a bed set, like mattress pads and foundations made of materials like memory foam. You shouldn't flatten a mattress or any product that contains springs, but you can flatten any foam accessories.

Is Your Bed Set Up for a Compress and a Move?

Follow our six easy steps to make moving your mattress a little less of a hassle when the time comes. It's fine to compress your foam mattress, but don't try rolling it back up or folding it. You can save some time and effort by rolling up your mattress, but you run the risk of damaging your bed in the process.

Once you've set up your memory foam mattress in your new home, you may need to wait the recommended 24 hours before sleeping on it. A mattress must be allowed time to unpack before it can be used comfortably.