How to Clean a Memory Foam Mattress?

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How to Clean a Memory Foam Mattress?
It can be difficult to know how to clean a memory
foam mattress, so we're here to help! Even if
you've kept your mattress in perfect condition,
you might feel like it needs freshening up a
little bit. It's inevitable that your mattress
will get dirty or you might spill something on
it, so we're here to make sure you're
prepared. We suggest using a damp cloth to sponge
out any stains, but the most important thing to
remember is to first check the care guide to see
what steps the manufacturer recommends. If you
don't have a memory foam mattress, check out our
general mattress cleaning guide. Here are some
tips and tricks on how to spot-clean your
mattress to keep it clean and fresh.
8 tips for cleaning your memory foam
mattress Follow our 8 easy steps to remove any
stains and freshen up your mattress. If you're
unsure, check the care guide, contact the
manufacturer or get in touch! 1. Check the care
instructions Not all memory foam mattresses have
the same care instructions, so it's always best
to consult the care booklet it came with as a
first step. This is because the manufacturer will
recommend the best cleaning method for your
specific mattress.
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• Wash your mattress cover
• If your memory foam mattress has a removable
  cover, it's good practice to make sure it's
  clean. Now, you may be thinking 'how do you clean
  a memory foam mattress cover?'.
• Don't worry - most removable covers are machine
  washable. However, if yours isn't, follow the
  steps below to spot-clean any stains.
• Clean stains with laundry detergent and water
• When cleaning stains on your memory foam
  mattress, don't get it too wet as this can ruin
  the foam filling inside. To avoid this, lightly
  spray lukewarm water onto the stain and gently
  dab it with a damp cloth.
• Some manufacturers suggest using water mixed with
  gentle laundry detergent or dish
• soap, but check the manufacturers' care
  instructions first. This is because harsh
  chemicals can break down the memory foam inside.

• Try not to let stains dry
• If possible, try to tackle the stains when
  they're still wet as it's much easier to work
  with. Clean the mattress with a damp cloth and
  try to soak up as much moisture as possible.
• Afterwards, open your windows and let the
  mattress air-dry for as long as you can before
  putting your bedding back on.
• Vacuum regularly

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• When you change your sheets, you should vacuum
  your mattress too. This is because it removes
  any dirt, dust, hair and dead skin cells which
  gives you a clean surface to put your new
  bedding onto. Also, this is really beneficial if
  you suffer from allergies.
• Let your mattress air-dry
• After cleaning your mattress, you should always
  try to let it air-dry. Air-drying will prevent
  it from being damp for a prolonged period of
  time. It's important to make sure it's
  completely dry before putting any bedding back
  on.
• Sprinkle baking soda to keep it fresh
• If you're looking to keep your mattress smelling
  clean and fresh, try sprinkling baking soda over
  the surface. Make sure you lightly cover the
  whole mattress and leave it for a
• few hours. Then, vacuum the remaining baking soda
  off your mattress and this will leave it
  odourless!

8. Wash sheets and bedding once a week Regularly
washing your bedding and sheets on a high heat
helps kill bacteria and dust mites. This will
keep your mattress clean and healthy for
longer. If you can, also tumble-dry your bedding
at a high temperature to help to keep it smelling
fresh.