{"id":19254,"date":"2026-01-14T16:08:08","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T16:08:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/?p=19254"},"modified":"2026-01-14T16:08:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T16:08:09","slug":"cleaning-a-very-dirty-mattress-tricks-to-make-it-shine-like-new","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/?p=19254","title":{"rendered":"Cleaning a very dirty mattress? Tricks to make it shine like new."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Mattress Cleaning Guide: You don’t just sleep on your  mattress  ; you have breakfast or snacks with the kids, they play on it, and sometimes pets even get on it\u2026 In short, your mattress is used for living things and gets dirty. To help you keep it clean, here are our tips from the Bedding Guide  .  <\/strong> On the other hand, if after trying everything to  clean your mattress<\/strong>  nothing works, you can always buy a new one. The question then becomes:  which mattress should you choose ?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to clean a stained mattress?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are several methods for cleaning your mattress; choose the one that suits you best from this list! These methods may also be suitable for a  mattress topper  . You can also contact a  professional mattress cleaner, such as Bed-R.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cleaning a mattress with ammonia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  1. The recipe:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0mix a few drops of liquid detergent and a coffee cup of ammonia with 1 to 2 liters of water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Cleaning:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Remember to protect your hands with gloves while cleaning. Use a sponge or cloth, which you’ve soaked in the prepared solution. Scrub the entire surface of the mattress, paying special attention to stained areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Rinse:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Use a cloth soaked in clean water and wrung out. If the glove is colored, continue the operation with another one.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Dry<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0the mattress with a warm hairdryer.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Attention! <\/strong> To ensure you can sleep soundly on your mattress that same night without being bothered by the product’s odor, clean it in the morning. Also, leave the windows open during cleaning and drying to avoid inhaling ammonia fumes.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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    Cleaning a mattress with soda crystals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    1. The recipe:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Mix two tablespoons of soda crystals with 2 liters of hot water. Stir well to homogenize the mixture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Cleaning:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Soak a sponge with this solution and wring it out carefully. Rub it over the entire surface of the mattress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Rinse:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0with a washcloth soaked in clean water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Dry:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Again, use a hairdryer on a warm setting. Then, sprinkle the mattress with talcum powder; this will absorb any odors. Leave it on for 8 hours, then vacuum.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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       Caution! <\/strong> Although much less abrasive than ammonia, sodium carbonate can irritate the skin. Wear household gloves when cleaning your mattress!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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      Clean a mattress with white vinegar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      This solution is undoubtedly the most environmentally friendly; think about it if the others seem too harsh!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. The recipe:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0In a container, mix 500 ml of white vinegar and 2 tablespoons of liquid detergent with 200 ml of warm water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Cleaning:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Soak a sponge with this solution and then wring it out. Rub the surface of the mattress with it, proceeding in 20 cm squares.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Rinse:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0with a glove moistened with clean water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Dry:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Use a dry cloth, which you will rub over the entire surface of the mattress.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        Did you know? <\/strong> White vinegar also comes in gel form, which is very practical to use.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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        Cleaning the mattress with hydrogen peroxide and baking soda<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        It’s no wonder that baking soda often appears in grandma’s recipes; it’s so easy to use and good for everything!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. The recipe:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Mix half a liter of 3% hydrogen peroxide with 4 tablespoons of baking soda. After shaking the mixture well, place it in a spray bottle and add a drop of dish soap.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Cleaning:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Spray the solution over the entire surface of the mattress. Then sprinkle with a little baking soda. Leave it on all day or place the mattress in the sun.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. No need to rinse.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        4. Vacuum<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0to remove any remaining baking soda.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Can you clean your mattress with a steam cleaner?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          You can absolutely use a steam cleaner, but considering the risk\/benefit balance, we don’t recommend it. This tool is only effective if the mattress isn’t stained, and especially if it gets too wet, stains can appear. On the other hand, using a steam cleaner is recommended for eliminating  bed bugs and their bites  .<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          How to clean a urine stain?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          If possible, rinse these stains immediately with  warm water<\/strong>  . If you can’t, rub the urine stain with a  cloth soaked in ammonia<\/strong>  , which you’ve diluted with a few drops of water. If you don’t have ammonia, use hydrogen peroxide. Rinse well with clean water and dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          This technique also works to  clean vomit stains.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

          How to clean alcohol and wine stains<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Mix equal parts  water and<\/strong>  isopropyl alcohol and rub the stain with a sponge. If the stain is fresh, a cloth soaked in water and dish soap or Marseille soap may be sufficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          cigarette burns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Yes, you can make them disappear, as long as they aren’t too big. All you have to do is rub them with a cloth soaked in  20-volume hydrogen peroxide<\/strong>  . Rinse once with a mixture of water and bleach, then a second time with warm water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          How to clean coffee stains?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          To remove these types of very dark stains, use a mixture of equal parts  water and isopropyl alcohol<\/strong>  . If you don’t have any on hand, you can use a mixture of equal parts white vinegar and 90% alcohol. Rinse with clean water and dry thoroughly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          How to remove chocolate stains?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Try rinsing them with cold water first. If they don’t come off, rub them with a cotton cloth soaked in benzene or alcohol. Rinse with clean water and dry thoroughly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          How do you remove ink or pen stains from a mattress?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          To remove ink stains, nothing beats lemon juice, which you pour directly onto the stain, being careful not to soak the mattress. Rub it in and then rinse with clean water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Hairspray also works well on ink stains. Just spray it on the stain, then dab it with a paper towel until the stain disappears. If none of your solutions worked on the ink stain, use a mixture of equal parts rubbing alcohol or white vinegar and water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          How to clean excrement stains?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          If you notice cat urine<\/strong>  or other animal feces, rinse immediately with warm water. If you notice it too late, use a cloth soaked in ammonia or hydrogen peroxide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          How to clean damp stains on a mattress?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n