by Everyone loves to have a clean and tidy bedroom to enjoy a peaceful sleep at the end of the day. Apart from overall room cleanliness, it is important to keep your mattress clean. If your mattress has a removable cover, machine wash will keep it fresh.
Another way to keep your mattresses clean is by using carpet cleaners. Want to know more about that? Read till the end because we are about to tell you more.
How to Clean a Mattress with Carpet Cleaner?
Just like your other furniture, such as a sofa or dining seat, collects sweat, dirt, dust, and oil due to frequent use, the same way your mattress is affected by this debris.
A carpet cleaner will keep your mattress healthy and germ/ bugs free for comfortable and dust-free sleeping.
We have developed our stance on cleaning your mattress; however, most people don’t know how to do that. They start applying the traditional cleaning mechanism of water spray and scrubbing. Although it provides results, the extra moisture will be retained inside the mattress, generating awful odor and germs. The important question is how to do it.
To guide you, we have discussed the details below:
Get Ready For the Cleaning
If you decide to do the cleaning, the first step is to read the instructions on the mattress tag to know whether you can wet-clean your mattress. It’s important to know that because few mattresses are not suitable for the carpet cleaning process.
After that, clear the space around your bed and gather all your cleaning equipment. Organize it. If you have children, then busy them with their toys or put a kids’ movie on the main screen to keep them busy.
Clear your bed completely by removing bed linens, pillowcases etc. Clean all these garments separately in your washing machine.
Remove Your Mattress
Pull your mattress away from the bed after removing all the sheets and lean it against the wall. This will make cleaning easier and more symmetrical without missing any area of the mattress.
Place a fabric or plastic sheet beneath the leaning mattress to avoid the cleaning mess from spreading around your bedroom. Make sure to choose a clean wall to lean your mattress on because you don’t want to restrain it once it’s clean. A better way is to place a protective sheet on the wall to avoid any strains if you can do that.
Vacuum Your Mattress
It’s better to vacuum your mattress before applying any carpet cleaning detergent. Use the hand-toll attachment of the vacuum cleaner to do the job. The benefit of using a vacuum beforehand is to get rid of any prominent dust. The hand tool will clear any visible debris in the corners or hidden spots for deep cleaning.
Modern vacuum cleaners come with mattress cleaning compatibility settings which is a plus point, and also, you can frequently clean your mattress to enjoy healthy sleeping.
Apply the Carpet Cleaner
Once all the visible dust is cleaned, it’s time to turn on your carpet cleaner and do the cleaning. Make sure to use a neutral cleaning detergent that doesn’t destroy the mattress layering. Apply the pressure gently to avoid too much water getting inside your mattress because if that happens, it will take time to dry out, leaving a stinky water odor behind.
Since your mattress is leaning, the logical symmetry is from top to bottom. This way, you can complete the task in an organized manner and in less time.
Clean one side at a time for the best and most visible results.
Let It Dry
Drying down is very important when applying carpet cleaning to your mattress. When you are done using a carpet cleaner on one side, let it dry completely before flipping it over for the other side to wash and dry. This way, the wet side won’t put water strains on the wall, and your mattress will be safe.
Once the top and surface are cleaned and dried, clean the sides of the mattress. Again, keep in mind the same cleaning process plus drying and then moving to the other side.
The best way is to let your carpet air dry. If that is impossible, use a machine dryer to wick away any retained water. Don’t use it on high heat, and apply it from a safe distance to avoid burning the mattress. This is an effective method, but it will surge your electricity bill.
How to Clean a Mattress Without Using A Carpet Cleaner?
Not everyone has the time or ability to carpet clean their mattresses. However, they have the right to a clean mattress and a healthy sleep. If you are one of those people, we have a few tips and tricks for keeping your mattress super clean with simple house supplies.
- Use a vacuum cleaner to dust off any visible debris from the surface and the corners of your mattress. This is an effective and less time-consuming method.
- Use water and a detergent solution to clean your mattress. This method is effective if you need to spot-clean your mattress. Mix water and a cleaning detergent in a 1:1 mix (i.e., 1 tsp of detergent for 1 liter of water). Use a cleaning cloth or a soft brush to wipe out the strains. Once cleaned, let it completely dry via air-drying or machine drying.
- Apply Baking Soda to your mattress. Baking soda is a neutralizing agent that will clean all the strains from your mattress. Use a sufficient quantity to spread all over your mattress evenly. Let it there for a minimum of half-hour and wipe out the dried baking soda. To get the best results, expose your mattress to the sunlight after applying the baking soda for 3-4 hours. It will clean the strains and prevent bacterial infestation.
- Use Baking Soda and White Vinegar for more general cleaning. You need white vinegar in a spray bottle, baking soda, and clean towels. Spray the white vinegar and then sprinkle baking soda. Place clean towels on your mattresses and leave them for 3-4 hours to let the baking soda and white vinegar do their magic. When the time is up, wipe out the towels and let your mattress air dry.
How Do You Keep Mattresses Clean?
We have simplified the cleaning process in the following manner:
- The best way is to use bed linens or covers to avoid frequent dirt building on your mattress. Although the bedsheets will block dust particles on your mattress, you need both the mattress and sheets to clean if your sheets are strained.
- If you are using bed linens, wash your linens, pillowcases, and the cover of every other thing on your bed at least once a week. Read the instructions on your sheets and other garments before loading them into your washing machine.
- Keep your bedroom windows open in the morning and let the fresh air and sunlight emerge in your bedroom. The fresh air and sunlight protect your room from disease-spreading bacteria and viruses. It destroys bacteria infestation of bed bugs on your mattresses.
- Use your vacuum cleaner to deep clean your mattress. Vacuum cleaners have strong sectional power to wipe out any surface dust. The brush cleaner with your machine is ideal for reaching the corners of your mattress to give it a thorough cleaning.
- If your mattress has deep strains or is overall dirty, you can use simple household techniques to wipe that out effectively. Use cold water and mix with a detergent or baking soda for effective cleaning.
- Once in a while, spread baking soda and vinegar on your mattress and let it dry for an effective anti-bacterial treatment.
- You can use essential oils to glorify the feel of your mattress. Use any essential oil and mix it with baking soda and water. After that, sprinkle it on and around your mattress.
What Cleaning Products Can You Use On A Mattress?
According to a research, the most effective way is to use baking soda. Baking soda has super cleaning, strain-wicking, and bacteria/bed bugs-killing abilities. If you use baking soda, let your mattress air dry under the sunlight for effective results.
The second trick is to use a water and detergent mixture for cleaning/ strain-removing. Post-cleaning air drying is important. You can use a dishwasher instead of detergent for the job.
Spray essential oils for a refreshing feel of your mattress.
Conclusion
Keeping your mattress clean is equally important as keeping your room or yourself clean. With technological advancement, mattresses are also elegantly created, requiring special care to keep a fresh look.
This article has outlined every possible way of keeping your mattress fresh and clean.
It’s better to read the instructions attached to your mattress before applying any of the above cleaning methods.
References
https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/ss/slideshow-dirty-mattress-hazards
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Sodium-Bicarbonate
https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/hospital-beds/covers-hospital-bed-mattresses-learn-how-keep-them-safe
Using a carpet cleaner on a mattress FAQs
Can I Use A Bissell Cleaner On A Mattress?
Absolutely. You can use Bissell cleaner to give your mattress a “Steamy Hot” cleaning. As mentioned, Bissell is a steam cleaner with the dual function of detergent dispensing and stain sucking, which will give a deep cleaning to your mattress.
However, before using that, read the cleaning instructions on your mattress to avoid any damage. If there are no specific instructions, then, by all means, go ahead with this amazing product.
Is It OK To Shampoo A Mattress?
Using shampoo for deep cleaning your mattress is not recommended. The shampoo's chemicals can damage the inside and the outside of your mattress since shampoos are not cleaning agents, so it’s better not to use them.
Can You Use A Carpet Cleaner On A Memory Foam Mattress?
The memory foam inside your mattress is delicate and needs proper instructional care to keep it clean. For starters, carpet cleaners are not recommended for memory foam mattresses. Instead, use the vacuum cleaner for thorough cleaning.
You can use water and a mild detergent mixture to remove the strains. Lightly spray the strain area and immediately wipe it with a soft cloth. Make sure you skim away the remainder wetness.
Use vinegar and warm water mixture for tough strains. Follow the wiping-out instructions provided above.
What Is The Best Way To Clean A Dirty Mattress?
If it’s just dirt, a vacuum cleaner is the best option to wipe out the dirt from your mattress. However, using a steam cleaner like Bissell is the best option if you need deep cleaning.