Hypnos Mattress Care Guide: Maintenance for Longevity and Comfort

Table of Contents

• Daily Care: The Importance of Airing
• Turning and Rotating: Preventing Sags and Impressions
• For Double-Sided Hypnos Mattresses
• For Pillow Top and “No Turn” Models
• Cleaning Protocols for Natural Materials
• Handling Spills
• Vacuuming and Dust Removal
• Why You Should Never Steam Clean a Hypnos
• Protecting the Edge Support
• Choosing the Right Mattress Protector
• Maintenance Schedule for Warranty Compliance

Owning a Hypnos mattress is an investment in British craftsmanship and superior sleep. Holding a Royal Warrant, these beds are renowned for their comfort; however, the natural materials that provide this support require specific care.

Unlike synthetic foam beds, a Hypnos relies on pocket springs and deep layers of wool, cotton, and cashmere. To ensure these breathable materials perform for the next decade, a proactive maintenance strategy is essential.

Below is your masterclass in maintaining your luxury sleep system.

Daily Care: The Importance of Airing

The most critical habit to form starts the moment you wake up. The average person loses significant moisture during the night. Because Hypnos mattresses utilize natural fillings, they are designed to absorb this moisture to keep you cool and dry.

If you make your bed immediately upon rising, you trap humidity inside the mattress. Over time, this compresses the fillings and creates an environment ripe for dust mites.

The Protocol

Every morning, throw back your duvet and pillows to expose the mattress surface. Allow the bed to air for at least 20 minutes (ideally with a window cracked open) before making it. This allows the fibers to release moisture, restoring their loft and hygiene.

Turning and Rotating: Preventing Sags and Impressions

Body impressions are normal in high-quality mattresses; they indicate that the upholstery layers are conforming to your body shape. However, to prevent uneven wear and maintain the structural integrity of the hand-nested pocket springs, you must redistribute the weight load regularly.

For Double-Sided Hypnos Mattresses

Most Hypnos mattresses are double-sided. To maximize the lifespan of the bed, you must utilize both sleeping surfaces.

• First 3 Months: Turn and rotate the mattress once a week. This is vital for “settling” the fillings evenly.
• After 3 Months: Turn and rotate seasonally (every 3 to 4 months).

• Technique:* Do not rely on the handles to lift the full weight of the mattress. Ask a partner to help flip the mattress over completely, then rotate it head-to-toe to change the load-bearing areas for your hips and shoulders.

For Pillow Top and “No Turn” Models

If you own a Hypnos Pillow Top or a model from the “No Turn” collection, the comfort layers are concentrated on the top surface. These mattresses should never be flipped over.

• The Schedule: Rotate the mattress 180 degrees (swapping the head and foot end) once a week for the first three months, and monthly thereafter.

Cleaning Protocols for Natural Materials

Cleaning a luxury mattress requires a delicate touch. Harsh chemicals used on synthetic carpets can ruin the damask ticking or degrade the internal wool.

Handling Spills

If liquid spills onto your mattress, speed is your best defense.

1. Blot, Don’t Rub: Immediately use a clean, dry white cloth or paper towel to absorb the liquid. Rubbing will push the spill deeper into the fibers.
2. Cold Water Only: If a stain remains, use a damp cloth with cold water. Avoid hot water, especially with biological stains, as heat will set proteins into the wool fibers.
3. Mild Detergent: If necessary, use a tiny amount of mild, eco-friendly soap. Avoid bleach.

Vacuuming and Dust Removal

High-powered vacuums are generally discouraged for mattresses containing loose natural fillings. Strong suction can pull the fillings through the ticking or disturb the hand-tufting.

• The Safe Method: Use a soft-bristled clothes brush to gently sweep away dust and fluff. If you must use a vacuum, use the upholstery attachment on the lowest suction setting*.

Why You Should Never Steam Clean a Hypnos

• Do not use a steam cleaner.* High heat and intense moisture are detrimental to the bed’s longevity:
• Fiber Damage: Heat can shrink natural wool and cotton fibers, warping the ticking.
• Rust and Mold: Excess moisture can penetrate the pocket springs, causing rust. Furthermore, the deep layers are difficult to dry completely, leading to potential internal mold growth.

Protecting the Edge Support

Hypnos mattresses feature genuine hand side-stitching, where craftsmen stitch the outer row of springs to the mattress border for edge-to-edge support.

While this maximizes the sleeping surface, the border is not designed to support concentrated body weight in a seated position for long periods. Habitually sitting on the edge of the bed to dress or watch TV can crush the border springs and snap the stitching, leading to a collapsed edge.

Choosing the Right Mattress Protector

To extend the life of your bed, a high-quality mattress protector is non-negotiable. However, avoid cheap, plastic-backed protectors. Plastic blocks airflow, trapping heat and rendering the breathable natural layers of your Hypnos useless.

• The Recommendation: Invest in a wool or cotton mattress protector*. Wool is naturally hypoallergenic and temperature-regulating, creating a breathable barrier against sweat and skin oils without sacrificing comfort.

Browse our guide on choosing the right bedding accessories here.

Maintenance Schedule for Warranty Compliance

Your 10-year guarantee is conditional on correct care. Failing to rotate the mattress or placing it on an inadequate base can void your coverage.

• Quick-Reference Maintenance Schedule:

Frequency	Maintenance Action	Goal
Daily	Air bed for 20+ mins	Release moisture & prevent mites
Weekly (First 3 Months)	Turn and/or Rotate	Settle fillings evenly
Monthly (After 3 Months)	Brush off dust	Remove allergens
Seasonally	Turn and/or Rotate	Prevent permanent body impressions
Annually	Check base/slats	Ensure support system is solid

By following these protocols, you preserve a piece of master craftsmanship. Treat your Hypnos with care, and it will reward you with decades of restorative sleep.