Sleep is a big and important part of our lives. One study showed that humans on average spend 33 years in bed. 26 years of that goes to sleeping and the remaining seven years, to trying to get some sleep.

There’s a reason sleep is critical. Getting enough sleep helps improve our physical well-being. It also strengthens our immunity and helps regulate our weight. Our mental health is also better when we’re rested.

A good mattress is the foundation of a good night’s sleep. It’s why people are willing to invest thousands of dollars in a great one. It’s a sensible investment and one that will last for a decade or more. One way to make that happen is to take good care of it. This means cleaning it on a regular basis.

You don’t have to include mattress cleaning in your daily house cleaning. But make sure you deep clean your bed at least twice a year. You can make it part of your spring and fall cleaning. Doing this will ensure you get rid of allergens and dust mite buildup.

You can also learn how to clean a mattress in no time at all. You only need to follow a few simple steps.

Get Ready

Any cleaning job will go faster if you have all the supplies ready. You don’t need a lot of expensive equipment for this job. But it would be great if you have a good vacuum cleaner with an upholstery attachment. You should also prepare a detergent or dish soap handy, baking soda, and a cleaning cloth.

Strip and Wash

Strip your bed of the bed sheet and mattress cover. Throw them in the washing machine. You should also include pillowcases and lightweight blankets. Wash them in hot water to get rid of all dust mites.

Vacuum the Bed

Vacuum the entire mattress surface. Use the upholstery attachment to make sure you cover the whole area. Don’t forget to vacuum the sides and seams of the mattress. You should use the vacuum’s crevice attachment for this to remove dust and dirt.

Spot Clean Stains

Once the vacuuming is done, it’s time to focus on the stains. It’s never a good idea to get your mattress wet. This goes double for a memory foam bed. It’s best to follow the mantra “less is more” when spot-cleaning a mattress. The first thing you need to do is choose the right stain remover.

An enzyme cleaner is good for biological stains, like blood or vomit. For other stains, a solution of hydrogen peroxide and water is good enough. Apply a tiny amount of the solution to a cleaning rag. Blot the stain using gentle motions. Then, rinse the area using a different damp cloth.

Sprinkle on the Baking Soda

Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to a cup of baking soda. Lavender is a good choice as it will help you sleep better. Place the mix in a strainer. Then, shake the baking soda over the mattress. Leave it on the surface for a few hours. The baking soda mix will absorb any remaining moisture. It will also neutralize any unpleasant smell. Run the vacuum over the mattress one more time.

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