How to clean a memory foam mattress

If you want to lying comfortably on a clean and smooth mattress than you must know how to clean a memory foam mattress. A clean and comfortable mattress is the key to a good night’s sleep. With the passage often dust, moulds, and certain body secretions like sweat, urine, blood etc can damage the memory foam mattress which smells very bad. Your mattress may get dirty, it happens that you might spill something on it, so it is necessary to clean it up using some homemade techniques.
Memory foam mattresses are made from petroleum-based materials which give them shape, support, and pressure-relieving properties. Even though these mattresses can give u sound sleep, they can quickly lose their supportiveness and comfort if it is not maintained well.

The memory foam mattress is different from other mattress materials. Its polyurethane foam absorbs sweat, dead skin, dust mites and other body secretions leading to a musty bed. If u Regularly clean the mattress it can remove dust, odors, grime, and pollen, ensuring your bed stays in great shape and will provide more comfort and the mattress spans longer. There are some tips and tricks that help you maintain your mattress by vacuuming, spot cleaning, and quickly drying your mattress. it will help you a lot of little ways to read the instructions mentioned on the website or in a booklet because they provide the best guidance on how to maintain the mattress and if it gets stained then how to remove the stains

You can damage your mattresses if you don’t follow and ignore these maintenance guidelines.
If the instructions are not mentioned then we are ready to help you. This care guide will help you a lot.

Suggestions How to clean a memory foam mattress:

We suggest you do not wash the whole mattress, only use and cloth to sponge out any stains. Memory foam mattresses are like sponges. They absorb moisture readily and dry slowly because of their density. It’s critical to make sure the room is well ventilated, opening the door and window will ensure quick drying.

Steps to be taken immediately are:

Step 1: Remove your bedding or mattress topping and wash it Method:

Start by taking your bed sheets, pillows and duvet off the bed.
Wash in hot water (but check the label first!).
We recommend washing over 60°C as this will help kill any germs and dust mites and moulds and other bacteria.

Step 2: Vacuum your mattress first Method:

Vacuum. your Mattress twice so that it can remove any dust mites, pollen etc. Use the brush or upholstery attachment on your vacuum cleaner, if you have it.
Carefully vacuum your mattress and bed in small sections, and pay attention to corn cornerstone dust that can build up. Take care not to damage the cover or dislodge the mattress fillings. Remember to vacuum underneath your bed and down the sides of your bed is pushed up against a wall.
Make sure to vacuum both sides of your bed.

Step 3: Deodorisation Method:

Lightly sprinkle a small amount of baking soda over your mattress. Baking soda helps to absorb moisture and keep your mattress smelling clean and fresh. Let it sit for at least 2 hours – the longer it stays the better it will be.
Now Vacuum thoroughly to remove it.

Step 4: Clean mattress Method:

Always remember to read the manufacturer’s care instructions before cleaning your mattress, because different fabrics may require different methods of cleaning.
Take some detergent on a white towel slightly wet the towel and dab the area it stains with it.
Now take another towel and dab the area to dry the excess detergent
Let it dry
Caution: Usually it is recommended to use a very mild detergent and warm or cold water to spot-clean your mattress. Use a clean, damp cloth and take care not to over-soak your mattress. Air your mattress thoroughly to ensure it’s properly dry before you put the bedding and use it.

Step 5: clean the other side of the mattress:

If your address is double-sided You have to clean the other side by repeating steps one to four. However, if your mattress is single-sided, simply vacuum the underside to keep it dust-free.

Q: How to maintain a clean mattress:

Maintenance Tips:

Ans: You’ll want to keep it that way for as long as possible! We are suggesting to to to to you some tips and tricks for many years without any default

1. Air your mattress

Remove the bed sheets every morning for at least 30 minutes, to give some air to the mattress.

2. Open your windows

Fresh air ventilate your room and it will absorb excess moisture from your room. and mattress.

3. Wash and tumble-dry all bedding and mattress tops once a week

Wash your bedding every week. Choose a high heat setting to kill dust mites and germs. you should expose your mattress to sunlight.

4. Spot-clean stains

Always spot clean the stains. Do not let it dry. Clean the stains on the spot.

5. mattress protector

It protects your mattress from spills and accidents.
Replace your mattress every seven years
Keeping your mattress clean and in good condition helps to ensure that your sleeping environment is healthy and supports a good night’s sleep.
After seven years your mattress will begin to lose its shape and comfort then u must have to change your mattress.

6. Mattress rotation

Rotate your mattress every four to six months. This will help your mattress wear evenly as time goes on.

7. Sunlight exposure

Keep the mattress in sunlight. The sun’s rays are deodorising memory foam. Placing a foam mattress in sunlight will keep the mattress fresh.

8. Wash the beddings once a week

Wash the bedding and mattress cover weekly. If the mattress has a zippered cover, washing it with your bedsheets in warm water will keep your mattress surface clean.

Conclusion:

Mattress cleaning and maintenance is a great way to extend your bed’s life. However, there are other ways to care for your mattress that can also increase its life expectancy.
Support your memory foam mattress with a solid foundation. Memory foam needs more support than an innerspring mattress. The material can disintegrate if too much pressure is placed on one area. We recommend a base with slats no more than 3 inches apart as the weight of the mattress will spread over a wider space and stop pressure from disintegrating the mattress.
A clean mattress gives you a good comfortable sleep.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Can I steam clean a memory foam mattress?

Ans: No, we don’t recommend using a steam cleaner on your memory foam mattress. This is because the heat and moisture from the steam cleaner can damage the fibres and coils of your mattress and the integrity of the memory foam layer. Using a steam cleaner could also affect your mattress warranty.
If there’s a tough stain you’re trying to remove, try the above methods. Vacuuming your mattress will keep it just as clean without damaging the foam comfort layer inside.

Q: Can I wash my memory foam pillow?

Ans: You can’t wash a memory foam pillow as it can damage the memory foam, which will reduce the support and comfort it will provide. And it will eventually sag. Always check the care guide that came with your pillow as it might be possible to spot-clean any stains or dirt on it.
Only removing the pillow covers and washing them is highly recommended as Many memory foam pillows come with a removable, machine washable cover.

Q: How can I freshen up my memory foam?

Ans: There are many methods available like you can:

• Mix equal parts liquid laundry detergent and water.
•  Dab the solution on the spot and let sit for at least 30 minutes. 
• Now, rinse off by wiping with a damp towel 
• Towel dry with a fresh towel and let the spot sit completely dry.

Q: How to remove moles from my memory foam mattress?

Ans: Mix equal parts rubbing alcohol and warm water in a disposable container. Dip a clean cloth into it, wring the cloth out well, and use this damp cloth to scrub the mouldy area of the mattress. Use a circular motion when scrubbing and a considerable amount of force, don’t rub the area.

Q:What should I do to remove Tough Stains?

Ans. Removing tough stains is very difficult especially if they are dried so :
For tougher stains, take 1 part vinegar and 3 parts warm water. Making a mixture of both apply to the stain will help remove the tougher stains.
Also, you can use hydrogen peroxide but hydrogen peroxide can discolour and damage the mattress fabric and void the warranty.

Method :

• Dip a rag into the liquid and scrub the stain.
• Wipe away the excess solution with a clean, wet rag.
• Press a dry towel to the wet spot to absorb excess water and dry under a fan or in the sun to remove liquid stains.
• Spilling a dark or a coloured colour drink can be difficult to clean, but it’s easier if you clean it as soon as you can. Use paper towels to absorb as
• much of the liquid as possible. Repeat until the towels are no longer absorbing moisture. Now turn on the fan to dry out the remaining liquid or moisture. Now. spray the area with white vinegar in a spray bottle and then absorb the liquid again with a paper towel. Sprinkle the wet spot
• With baking soda and let it sit for 7 to 10 hours. The baking soda will absorb the moisture and odour.
• Vacuum the remaining baking soda. You’ll want to let the spot fully dry before putting clean sheets on the mattress.

Q:How can odour-free free our mattress?

Ans: If your mattress has an odour, drag the mattress in the sunlight and sprinkle some baking soda on the stained area This will deodorise your mattress
Using a small fan or hair dryer on low heat can fasten the drying process.