We have a new mattress and keeping it clean from day 1 is essential. Did you know the quality of your sleep hugely depends on your sleeping surface. So the below tips on how to clean your mattress will be great if it is new or old. Deep cleaning around the house will never be complete without tending to your bed. When it comes to maintenance of your mattress, most people assume that changing the sheets and rotating the mattress is enough. But you need to do a TLC on your bed now and then. Besides, it is an important investment, and you want it to last for years.

Mattresses can harbor germs, dirt, bedbugs, and dust mites, which you need to eliminate regularly. Thus, mattress cleaning is a necessity, especially if you have allergies or you let your pet in your bed. If your mattress demands a little love, below are tips on cleaning it up.

Vacuum It

You should use the upholstery attachment in your vacuum cleaner to clean the bed. Take the mattress cover and the sheets out for washing, then vacuum all the sides of the mattress including every nook and corner. The strokes should be overlapping to suck in all dust, mites, and dead cells. Since the mattress could also have bedbugs, get the best bedbug treatment from a professional.  The treatment will exterminate the bedbugs forever from your mattress.

Get rid of that Foul Smell

Accumulation of stains and sweat often results in an unpleasant smell. The quickest way to get rid of the stink is through the use of baking soda. Dust baking soda particles on the surface of your bare mattress. Rub it into the fabric then leave it for about 15 minutes. The rubbing should be gentle to avoid causing damage to the bed. After the wait time, vacuum the mattress to suck in the baking soda.

Remove the Stains

Failure to clean fluid immediately causes it to sip further into your mattress fabric to form a stain. Urine and bloodstains can be particularly tough to remove. However, some affordable products can help you remove these pesky stains. Measure some hydrogen peroxide depending on how large your stain is, preferably 1/4 cup. Mix it with a tablespoon of uncolored liquid dish soap and salt about one tablespoon. Spread the mixture on your blemish and leave it for about ten minutes or until it dries completely. Scrape off the paste. You can remove the remaining stain by dabbing a cloth on the stain after dipping it in hydrogen peroxide.

Invest in a Good Mattress Protection

Now that your mattress is fresh and spotless, you must seek ways of protecting it. Investing in a good mattress protector is the best solution. After drying, cover your bed using a mattress protector. As it is impossible to prevent your mattress from catching dust and stain in its lifetime, getting a mattress protector becomes a necessity. It will ensure you have an easy time cleaning your mattress next time.

Upgrade Your Mattress When Necessary

Mattress cleaning is a way of extending the life of your bed and act as a way of treating yourself to some quality sleep. However, even the highest quality item gets spoilt. After serving you for over eight years, you should consider purchasing a new mattress.

Conclusion

Sleeping on a clean surface guarantees enough rest. Regular cleaning of your mattress will also lengthen your mattress life. New beds are expensive- it is better to clean up your mattress regularly and keep it fresh for many years.

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Last Update: Tuesday, 25th February 2020

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