How to clean your Mastress
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How to Clean Your Mattress
You just need a few household tools to freshen up any type of mattress, as they all typically feature a protective fabric layer on top that you can clean.
Materials You'll Need
- Vacuum
- Baking soda
- Gentle dish soap
Instructions
- Remove all blankets, pillows, and sheets.
- Optional: Move the mattress outside to a sunny area, if possible—the UV light will kill bacteria, says Vera Peterson, the president of Molly Maid, a Neighborly company.
- Use a vacuum hose to rid the mattress of any noticeable debris.
- Sprinkle baking soda over your mattress and let it sit for at least 20 minutes.
- Re-vacuum your mattress.
- Use a damp sponge and a gentle dish soap to wipe down your mattress generously.
- Let your mattress dry thoroughly.
How to Remove Stains From Mattresses
When treating stains, avoid using formulas with bleach, says Jill Johnson, the vice president of marketing with Tempur-Pedic. Chlorine-based cleaning solutions and harsh stain removers are also out since they can be difficult to thoroughly rinse from mattress fibers.
Materials You'll Need
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Gentle dish soap
- Vinegar
- Baking soda
