How Long Should You Air Out a New Mattress?
You should air out a new mattress—typically for 24 to 72 hours—but the exact time depends on materials and sensitivity. That “new mattress smell” isn’t just harmless odor; it’s off-gassing, a release of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from foam, adhesives, and flame retardants. Many assume unwrapping and sleeping on it immediately is safe, but research … Read more