India, Dec. 5 -- Are you familiar with that feeling you get when a mattress starts dipping or feeling uneven, especially when a new one costs a fair bit? The funny part is that the mattress is rarely the problem. The real issue usually comes from small everyday habits. We polish the bed with crisp sheets and cute cushions while the mattress sits underneath, waiting for a bit of attention. Once you know what keeps it healthy, the whole thing feels far less mysterious and far easier to manage. A few simple ways to maintain mattress can stop early wear and tear, and keep your sleep setup feeling fresh.

To build this guide, we turned to Mr G Shankar Ramm, Managing Director of Peps Industries Pvt Ltd, who has spent years studying how mattress...