A good quality mattress can help you rest easier at night and wake up without any aches or pains. However, it can also be an expensive investment. Whether you're bringing a new mattress home or moving your current one to a new apartment, you'll want to be careful so you can keep it in good shape. Follow this guide to ensure you transport it safely and efficiently.

4 Tips for Moving a Mattress

1. Use a Cover

Before you load your mattress into your car, put it in a plastic cover. This cover can be purchased at various furniture stores and will protect your mattress from moisture, dust, dirt, and other damage.

2. Find the Right Vehicle

Mattresses come in various sizes, so it's important to find a vehicle that's large enough to transport yours. Most pickup trucks will be able to carry mattresses of any size, and large SUVs can carry most mattresses on the roof. If you don't own a vehicle large enough, try to borrow one from a friend or rent one.

3. Load the Mattress

If you're using a pickup truck, this step is pretty straightforward. However, putting a mattress on top of a car can be more challenging. Position your mattress in the middle of your car roof, then secure it with poly rope to prevent it from slipping. Tie the rope down across the width of the mattress in at least two spots to keep it secure.

4. Drive With Caution

When you're carrying a mattress on the roof of your car, you have to drive carefully. Reduce your speed and try to take as many back roads as possible to avoid other vehicles. Also, ask a friend or family member to drive behind you so they can make sure the mattress isn't slipping.

If you’re looking for a new mattress, stop by Midwest Clearance Center located in Fairview Heights, IL, and Fenton and St Peters, MO. This store carries high-quality bedroom and living room furniture at affordable prices, and their staff treats their customers like family. From mattresses to coffee tables and kids’ bedroom furniture, they have just about everything you need for your home. They also offer great discount deals and furniture financing. Call (636) 397-3401 for more information about their services, or visit their website to see a selection of their mattresses.