Bedding
Published February 24, 2022
11 minHow to Clean a Mattress Topper
As a mattress topper sits on the top of your bed, it gathers dust, dead skin, sweat, and body oils. Do you know a dirty mattress topper can invite bacteria, fungi, and allergens that are harmful to yo
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How to Clean a Mattress TopperHow to Get Stains Out of Mattress TopperCleaning Solutions to Remove Stains from Mattress TopperHow to Prevent Stains on Mattress TopperHow to Prolong the Life of a Mattress TopperFrequently Asked Questions
As a mattress topper sits on the top of your bed, it gathers dust, dead skin, sweat, and body oils. Do you know a dirty mattress topper can invite bacteria, fungi, and allergens that are harmful to your overall health ? These can cause skin rashes, breathing problems, sneezing, watery eyes, and more. The only way to prevent this is to keep your mattress topper clean. But, how to clean a mattress topper?A mattress topper absorbs moisture, so it is not easy to clean them. Still, don’t panic! In our guide, we have covered DIY home remedies to clean your mattress topper.
How to Clean a Mattress Topper
It does not matter how careful you are; mattress toppers are likely to get dirty as they sit on the top of your bed. Maybe you spilled a drink last night on your mattress; maybe it is dirty because of the regular sweat and dust. How to clean a memory foam mattress topper? There are various tips and tricks to clean mattress toppers. In any case, we recommend you avoid harsh cleaning agents as they tend to discolor and damage the materials of your mattress topper.Basic Mattress Topper Cleaning Method
You only require baking soda and a vacuum cleaner for basic mattress topper cleaning.- Strip and wash the bedding.
- Remove the topper from the bed carefully and place it on a flat surface.
- Vacuum the topper.
- Sprinkle the baking soda over the surface of the topper.
- Let it sit for around 8 hours.
- After 8 hours, run the vacuum cleaner over it to remove the baking soda.
- If necessary, flip it and repeat the 3-6 steps for the other side of the topper.
Mattress Topper Deep Cleaning Method
If there is a liquid spill, you may need to use a deep cleaning method to clean your mattress topper. To reduce the chances of permanent stains, soak up liquid as much as possible and use a gentle cleaner.- Strip and wash the bedding.
- Use a towel to soak up the liquid. Make sure you don’t rub as it may worsen the situation by pushing the fluid into the topper.
- Remove the topper and place it on a flat surface.
- Mix cold water and distilled white vinegar in a spray bottle in equal amounts.
- Spray the mixture on the affected area.
- Use a towel to get rid of excess moisture.
- Sprinkle baking soda all over the mattress.
- Let it sit for a minimum of 8 hours.
- After 8 hours, run the vacuum cleaner over it to remove the baking soda.
- Check if there is any stain or odor. Repeat the process (6 to 10 steps) if required.
- Let the topper dry. To make it quicker, open the windows or use a fan.
How to Get Stains Out of Mattress Topper
Even after taking all the precautions, if you have stains on your topper, try these easy steps to remove the stains.- Pick a cleaning solution from the list below.
- Apply the solution to a clean cloth.
- Gently dab the stained area with the cloth.
- Take another clean cloth, dip it in cold water and pat the stained area.
- Repeat the procedure if required.
- Apply baking soda on the stained spot.
- Let it sit for at least 8 hours.
- Vacuum the topper and let it dry.
Cleaning Solutions to Remove Stains from Mattress Topper
Please check the mattress cleaning recommendations before trying any of these cleaners. The warranty does not cover damage caused by not following the cleaning recommendations.Laundry Detergent
A lousy quality detergent can lead to discoloration. Always use a mild liquid detergent diluted with water to clean your topper. Here are the steps to use a detergent for cleaning a mattress topper.- Mix the detergent and water in a bowl in the same amount.
- Dip a cloth in the solution.
- Rub the cloth in a circular motion on the stain.
- Leave it for a minimum of 30 minutes.
- Use another damp cloth and rub it over the stain to ensure no detergent residue is left behind.
- Dab the area with a dry towel.
Baking Soda
Baking soda helps in removing stains and getting rid of odors. Follow these steps to remove the stains using baking soda.- Mix baking soda with double the amount of cold water.
- Gently rub the solution on the stain.
- Let it sit for 30 minutes.
- Dip a clean cloth into the water and rub it to remove residue.
- Dab the area with a clean towel.
- Sprinkle baking soda on the stain.
- Leave it for 8 hours and then run the vacuum cleaner over it.
- Sprinkle baking soda over the mattress topper.
- Let it rest for 8 hours.
- Run the vacuum cleaner over it.
Vinegar
- Mix distilled white vinegar with water in equal quantity.
- Dip a clean cloth in the vinegar and water solution.
- Gently rub the cloth on the stain.
- Repeat the process until the stain disappears.
- After the stain disappears, rub the spot with a clean damp cloth.
- Dab the area with a clean towel.
Boric Acid
- Wet the stained area.
- Sprinkle boric acid over the stain.
- Gently dab the stain in a circular motion with a soft cloth until the stain disappears.
- Wipe the area with a dry towel.
- Vacuum the topper to ensure no residue is left behind.
Enzyme Cleaner
Enzyme cleaners can help get rid of biological stains like sweat, blood, and urine.- Apply enzyme cleaner to a dry and clean cloth.
- Blot the stain with the cloth.
- Dip another cloth in cold water and blot the stain.
- Avoid using excess water. It should be enough to lift the stain.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide effectively removes stubborn stains like blood spots on the topper.- Mix hydrogen peroxide and water in equal amounts.
- Gently rub a clean cloth on the stain.
- Repeat the process until the stain disappears.
- After the stain disappears, rub the spot with a damp cloth.
- Dab the area with a clean towel.
