How to Clean & Freshen Mattresses:

Mattresses require a little maintenance to keep them comfy and clean but when an accident happens, it’s also helpful to know how to clean it quickly. Through this post you’ll find easy mattress maintenance tips and how to clean and freshen your mattress.

PREVENTION : USE A MATTRESS PAD

To cut down on the potential for stains, use a mattress protector (I like this 100% organic one) and launder it regularly with your sheets. Look for a mattress protector that inhibits dust and dust mites on and in your mattress. Just this little add-on to your bedding repertoire will keep your mattress cleaner longer and make it much easier to maintain.

MAINTENANCE: ROTATE YOUR MATTRESS

Rotate your mattress every three to six months to keep the distribution of padding and foam consistent throughout the mattress. Most mattresses can only be rotated from top to bottom and not flipped over. This is a Rotating Task – grab a Homekeeping Planner or join Homekeeping Society for help staying on top of these deep cleaning tasks.

MAINTENANCE : VACUUM YOUR MATTRESS

Remove dust and dust mites from the surface of the mattress when you rotate your mattress by vacuuming the top of your mattress. Make sure that the nozzle of your vacuum cleaner is clean and slowly vacuum all of the crevices and the surface to eliminate any dust mites and dust. Sounds gross but this is a necessary step in cleaning your mattress. If you use a waterproof, sealed mattress pad this is a quick and easy step.