How Long Does a Nectar Mattress Take to Expand? Quick Answer
A Nectar mattress can take about 24–72 hours to fully expand to its intended size. Nectar’s current setup guidance also says you can sleep on the mattress before it reaches full expansion without harming it.
Can You Sleep on a Nectar Mattress Before 72 Hours?
Yes. Nectar says the mattress begins expanding as soon as it is removed from its packaging and can be slept on before it has fully expanded. Full height and shape can still take up to 72 hours.
Why Does a Nectar Mattress Need Time to Expand?
Nectar mattresses are compressed for shipping. After the plastic seal is opened, air returns to the foam layers and the mattress gradually recovers its intended shape and height. Room temperature, how long the mattress was compressed and the specific model can affect how quickly it opens up.
What Should I Do After Unboxing a Nectar Mattress?
- Place the rolled mattress on the support surface where you plan to use it.
- Carefully remove the outer packaging without cutting into the mattress.
- Open the final plastic layer and allow the mattress to begin expanding.
- Give the mattress airflow and room to recover its full shape.
- Allow up to 72 hours for full expansion if needed.
What If My Nectar Mattress Is Not Fully Expanded After 24 Hours?
That can still be within Nectar’s current guidance. Full expansion may take as long as 72 hours. Continue giving the mattress time and airflow.
What If My Nectar Mattress Is Still Not Fully Expanded After 72 Hours?
If the mattress still has obvious areas that have not recovered after the full expansion window, review Nectar’s current support instructions and contact the manufacturer or the retailer you purchased from for help. Avoid trying to force the foam into shape or using sharp objects near the mattress.
Does Room Temperature Affect Mattress Expansion?
Foam can respond differently in cooler and warmer rooms. Nectar notes that a warmer room can help compressed memory foam soften and recover. Keep the room comfortable and give the mattress open airflow while it expands.
Nectar Mattress Expansion FAQs
Does a Nectar mattress really take 72 hours to expand?
It can. Nectar currently says full expansion may take 24–72 hours.
Can I sleep on my Nectar mattress the first night?
Yes. Nectar’s current FAQ says sleeping on it before full expansion will not harm the mattress.
Will sleeping on it stop the mattress from expanding?
No. Nectar says early use does not adversely affect the mattress’s performance or prevent expansion.
Should I make the bed immediately?
You can, but leaving the mattress uncovered for a while can give it more airflow as it expands.
How do I know when my Nectar mattress is fully expanded?
It should reach its intended shape and height with no visibly compressed sections. If you are unsure after 72 hours, check the current manufacturer instructions for your exact Nectar model.
Bottom Line
Plan on 24–72 hours for a Nectar mattress to fully expand, but you do not have to wait for full expansion before sleeping on it. Give it room, airflow and time, and contact support if it still has not recovered after the manufacturer’s full expansion window.
For related setup information, see our guide on whether a Nectar mattress needs a box spring.
