How can I fix a squeaky mattress?  (how can i get the squeaking to stop)?

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Request for Question Clarification by justaskscott-ga on 04 Nov 2002 15:39 PST

I wouldn't want to give you the wrong advice, so I should probably
ask:  Are you sure that it's the mattress that is squeaky?  Might it
be the boxspring or frame?  (I suppose the floor is a fourth
possibility.)

If you are not sure, then I or someone else can post an answer that
deals with all of the possibilities.

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Clarification of Question by letsgomets-ga on 05 Nov 2002 08:10 PST

I am positive that it is the mattress and not the boxspring or frame
(i've done some tests).  The mattress is only about 2.5 years old, and
it is a quality brand.  I press down on certain parts of the mattress
(while it is on the floor) and I hear the squeaks.  I am ruling out
the possibility of "loose nuts" hehehehe.

This from the DIYnet chatboard: "You have to find the source of the
squeak, which is caused by relative motion between two somethings. If
they're wooden somethings, re-glue and secure the joint. If it's metal
to metal, then add a thin plastic shim between them. If it's in the
box spring or mattress, replace them. These are never easy find to
find, but are generally easy to fix. Good Luck! "

heheheh ... Lie still ... don't move ... don't breathe... don't do
ANYthing... I'm laughing so HARD!!! mea culpa

Thanks, letsgo!

Regards,
revbrenda1st

It could be loose nuts.

If the mattress is only 2 1/2 years old and is a "quality brand",
might it be eligible for warranty attention?

Here's some additional commentary from DIYnet: "I know your problem
with kids or mother-in-law in your home it can really cramp your
style. Try doing it on the floor or get a cheap motel room."

Surly you guys get more entertaining questions than this one??!!  I
suppose the matress should have some sort of warranty on it, so I will
contact the retailer to see what I can do.