We spend a third of our existence sleeping and this observation is sufficient to explain why our mattress can turn out to be dirty after a few years of use.
Perspiration, spilled coffee and other bodily fluids such as blood or urine can get on the surface of the bedding, and become encrusted there if nothing is done.
As a result, bad odors proliferate and the mattress may even become good to change prematurely.
To avoid this, the ideal is to install a bed mattress pad that will protect it from stains: the mattress pad is easy to clean and it prevents the mattress from absorbing dirt.
But when the damage is already done, you have no choice but to scrub!
However, some solutions are more effective than others in getting rid of stains embedded in a mattress.
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Clean the mattress with baking soda
When it comes to household cleaning, baking soda does it all!
In the bedroom, it is a very effective ally against perspiration stains, traces of humidity, but also the rings that may remain after a first cleaning of the mattress.
Before using it, dilute the equivalent of half a glass of baking soda in a large bowl of hot water, and mix vigorously so that the powder is completely diluted.
Then use a clean tea towel to rub the stains with this mixture, then let it dry.
Finally, using a vacuum cleaner, clean the mattress to suck up the powder residue.
If the stain is reduced, but has not completely disappeared, you can repeat the operation.
Use white vinegar for stubborn stains
Blood and coffee stains are not only very visible, but also difficult to remove.
White vinegar is often very effective against this type of dirt, provided you can stand the smell.
Fortunately, when it comes to cleaning a mattress, white vinegar is not used pure: you must dilute the equivalent of a glass of vinegar in three glasses of warm water to obtain the ideal mixture.
If the smell is still too strong, you can add three drops of the essential oil of your choice.
Then, take a sponge and rub the stains with this mixture.
If you find that the stain goes away, but you will have to repeat the operation several times, rinse with clear water between each application.
At the end, let air dry.
Let the earth of Sommière act
Terre de Sommière is an excellent natural stain remover that is easily found on the market.
Using it is particularly simple since you just have to sprinkle it on your mattress and let it act.
This clay takes care of absorbing dirt and bad odors with it.
The only imperative is to let it act for at least three hours before vacuuming it up with your usual vacuum cleaner.
You can use it alongside another cleaning method to further sanitize your mattress.
Enjoy the whitening effect of soda crystals
Soda crystals are different from baking soda in both form and use.
Soda crystals are not used to rub a stain, but they have the advantage of acting as a whitening agent.
When cleaning your mattress, they can intervene at the end of the session, to restore your bedding to the shine of white.
Mix a glass of soda crystals in two liters of hot water, and rub the entire surface of your mattress with a clean cloth.
Let air dry and enjoy your mattress like new!
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