Dust, sweat, and dirt make mattresses a breeding ground for bacteria and dust mites.
Learn how to clean yours for a better night’s sleep.
Brie Goldman
You know how to wash bedsheets, but do you know how to clean a mattress?
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Learn how to clean a mattress to keep it safe and comfortable.
You’ll sleep better knowing your bed is clean!
If you or your family members have severe allergies, consider doing this each time youchange the sheets.
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Use the crevice tool for the edges.
“The dust that flies is amazing.”
Alternatively, you could vacuum both sides well.
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While you have the mattress removed from your bed frame, vacuum the box spring, too.
Lightly spritz the mattress with straightdistilled white vinegarto help kill bacteria and mold and discourage dust mites.
How to Remove Mattress Stains
For best results, treat any mattress stain immediately.
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Wait 10-15 minutes, wipe with a damp cloth, and rinse with a 50-50 vinegar-water solution.
How to Clean Blood on a Mattress:Clean with a 50-50hydrogen peroxide-water solution.
Shake it onto the mattress, let sit for a few hours or longer, then vacuum.
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“The cornstarch will absorb body oils, while thebaking soda tackles odors,” she says.
“Allowing the mattress to air all day discourages dust mites and bacterial growth,” Findley says.
Add a Mattress Pad or Protector
Remember,mattress padsand protectors aren’t just for comfort.
They keep your mattress cleaner, too, says cleaning expert Donna Smallin Kuper.
Wash your mattress protector monthly in hot water, andmachine-dry thoroughlyunless the tag instructs otherwise.
Findley suggests hiring someone who willclean with steamrather than chemicals, which can irritate some people.
