Bedworthiness Checklist IS MY CURRENT BED PAST IT OR BEDWORTHY? The average bed lasts around 8 to 10 years. However, the wear and tear will be determined by a number of factors such as quality, frequency of use, how well it has been looked after, and weight of partners (a heavier partner will wear out a bed more quickly than a lighter one, and a couple more quickly than a single person). Some questions based on a test developed by the UK Sleep Council are a good guide- Is the bed over 10 years old? Do you ever wake up with neck or backache? Do you or your partner roll towards each other unintentionally? When lying in bed do you feel springs or ridges below the surface? When moving in bed do you hear creaking, crunching or other suspicious noises? Is the mattress cover torn or stained? Is the divan or base uneven or sagging? Are the legs or castors worn out? Is the bed too small to give an undisturbed sleep? Would you be embarrassed if your neighbours saw the bed without the covers? If you answered yes to three of the questions, then you are not getting the best possible night's sleep. A yes to five or more of the questions and it's time to buy a new bed.