How to Clean a Latex Mattress?

Cleaning a mattress may seem like an impossible task. You can’t exactly throw it in the washer like everything else. Even the most stained and dirty mattresses can be cleaned. It’s a good idea to make cleaning your bed a monthly chore whether it really needs it or not in order to keep it smelling fresh.

1. Vacuum your mattress with the upholstery cleaning attachment on your vacuum. This will help to get rid of dust and dust mites that build up on the surface of the bed over time. You may not realize they are there. However, if your Allergies have been acting up, the dust mites and dust could be part of the cause.

2. Use either detergent mixed with water or upholstery shampoo on the surface of the mattress. After all areas have been covered, use a sponge dipped in warm water to get rid of the suds. If stains are very severe, you can buy an enzyme cleaner. Enzyme cleaners get down inside the stain and break up the structure of it for easier and more effective cleaning. You can find these at almost all home improvements stores.

3. Allow mattress to air dry. If you are in a hurry, you can plug a fan into the wall next to the bed to dry it faster.

4. Use vinegar to remove urine stains and hydrogen peroxide to remove blood stains. All other types of stains should come up easily with an extra dose of the upholstery cleaner or detergent mix.

5. Hydrogen peroxide will also work well to combat cigarette odor. If someone in your family smokes, you will need to wash your mattress down more frequently in order to keep the smell to a minimum.

It’s a good idea to flip your mattress over at least once every 6 months to help combat dust mite buildup. It’s also wise to invest in washable mattress covers to help prevent future stains and soiled areas.