If you have kids you have pee stains I know it. If you don't lucky you or you are a liar and in denial. I have pee stains on more than one mattress. I also have sweat stains on pillows because well I sweat a.lot. It's a gift I know. Anyway I have tried many different ways to get urine/pee out of mattresses and I have been very unsuccessful so I did a google search and what do you know? Another mom had pee stains too. So I borrowed her recipe and it totally worked so I am sharing it with you.You spend a lot of time with your mattress and yet you probably don’t clean it all that often. (If only we could throw it in the washing machine.) If you’ve got a steam cleaner—mop or handheld device—put it to use getting your mattress like new. Stacy Risenmay uses this steam machine to simply “mop” over her mattress. It’s like mopping the floor, only you’re steam cleaning the mattress. I have a similar machine but hadn’t ever thought of using it anywhere except hard floors.
If you don’t want to invest in a steam mop, these $30 handheld things should work too.Steam Clean Your Mattress | Not Just a Housewife Photo by The Integer Club. Back to U.S. Website, APO/FPO FurnitureExtra 15% offSelect Furniture by Christopher Knight*RugsUp to 70% offSelect Area Rugs by Safavieh*DécorUp to 50% offSelect Curtains by Exclusive Fabrics*Bed & BathSave onSelect Bedding & Bath by Laura Ashley & MoreHome ImprovementExtra 15% offHome Improvement*KitchenShop AppliancesOutdoorUp to 50% offSelect Outdoor Furniture by Portfolio*JewelryUp to 50% offSelect Auriya Jewelry*WatchesUp to 50% off Featured Branded Watches*Shop WatchesWomenUp to Extra 15% offClothing, Shoes & Accessories*MenUp to Extra 15% offClothing, Shoes & Accessories*Kids & BabyExtra 10% offKids Furniture*MoreExtra 10% offPet Supplies* How to Fluff a Pillow-Top Mattress Published April 28, 2010 | Updated June 30, 2015 A pillow-top mattress can be comfortable for anyone who sleeps on their side, but without the proper maintenance, it can lose some of its comfort.
Fortunately, you can restore your pillow-top mattress with minimal effort, and once you know how to do it, you'll never have to sleep on a flattened mattress again. Fluff Your Pillow Top: Shop Pillow-Top Mattresses ▸ Rotate the MattressPeriodically rotate the mattress from end to end, putting the foot end on the headboard side and vice versa. This will help reduce the need to fluff the mattress, which can cause stress to the fabric. Because pillow-top mattresses are often only padded on one side, this is generally the best method for reducing wear. However, if you have a mattress with double-sided pillow-top, you may also want to flip it over once a year. Clean the MattressRemove all the sheets from the mattress; you'll want to wash them before you replace them. Sprinkle baking soda over the top of the mattress and let it sit for about an hour. Baking soda will help remove odors as well as oils that could be keeping your pillow-top from being as fluffy as it could be.
Vacuum the MattressVacuum the outer surface of the mattress and pillow-top using a canister vacuum with a hose attachment. This will clean up all the baking soda as well as remove dust, dust mites, and other particulates from the material. Even if you're not fluffing the mattress, you may want to vacuum it monthly to reduce allergens and keep your bed fresh. Hang Up the Mattress TopRemove the mattress top, if possible, and take it outside to hang over a sturdy clothesline. If your mattress does not have a removable pillow-top, skip straight to the next step. Beat the MattressPut on a dust mask and beat the mattress top with a clean broom head, moving all around the pillow-top's surface. If the pillow-top is hanging on a clothesline, do this outside. Then, climb on the bed and roll with your body straight from one end to the other. It should take about 10 to 20 minutes to fluff the pillow-top mattress. Now lie down for a nap; Sign up & Save! Be the first to hear about offers, tips and more.
A Blog From Bed Bath & Beyond® How to Clean Mattress Pads and Pillows the Right Way When it’s time for spring cleaning in your bedroom, don’t forget the mattress pad and pillows. Considering that you spend one-third of your life sleeping on them, it’s important to keep them clean. When tackling this chore, always follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Bedding is made of so many different materials—down, foam, cotton, synthetics—there’s no one-size-fits-all method. Cleaning expert Leslie Reichert provided the following advice on how to do the job right: “Because foam mattress pads are delicate, your best bet is to spot-clean them,” Reichert says. “They can tear apart in washing machines and melt when dried at high temperatures.” Vacuum both sides of the pad. Begin spot-cleaning at the outside of the stain and work toward the center using an enzyme cleaning solution such as OxiClean® (or a solution made from equal parts water, distilled white vinegar, and lemon juice).
Let the solution sit on the stain for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse by blotting with a clean sponge soaked in cool water. Remove excess water by blotting with a towel or using a wet/dry vacuum cleaner. Allow pad to air dry by laying it on a flat surface and turning it occasionally so it can dry evenly. Spray pad lightly with a solution of one part mild, low-suds detergent to two parts water—or use equal parts water, lemon juice, and white vinegar. For extra cleaning power, add an enzyme cleaning solution and allow it to sit on the pad for 20 to 30 minutes. Rinse lightly in the tub or shower. Squeeze out—never wring out—the extra water. Or, remove the water with a wet/dry vacuum cleaner. Lay the pad flat for several days, turning it a couple of times a day so it can dry evenly. If space or time is limited, or if the stain is particularly large, consider replacing the pad. Fill a washing machine with warm or cold water. As the machine is filling, add a mild detergent and make sure it dissolves and gets evenly distributed throughout the water.
Put in the mattress pad and wash. To dry in the dryer, add wool dryer balls (or a few tennis balls) along with the pad to keep the pad fluffy. Set the dryer on the lowest temperature. Air dry if machine drying is not recommended by the manufacturer. Set the washing machine to the gentle cycle and begin filling with warm or cold water. Add mild detergent (do not use bleach—it can damage the backing). Run the machine for about a minute to evenly distribute the detergent. Pause the machine and load the vinyl-backed mattress pad. If machine drying is recommended, tumble dry on low to avoid damaging the vinyl, and add a couple of dryer balls to help the pad dry evenly. If machine drying is not recommended, hang the pad outdoors using clothespins to fasten it to the clothesline. If you choose to drape the pad across the line instead, make sure the vinyl side is up. Once that side is dry, drape the pad across the line with the cotton side up.
To prevent mold, mildew, and odors, make sure the pad is completely dry before putting it on the bed. If machine washable, repair loose or torn seams. (“If not, you’ll end up with a washer full of feathers,” Reichert says.) Pre-treat stains with a bit of detergent or down cleaner, allowing the solution to soak in for 15-20 minutes before washing. Launder a down mattress pad only in a high-capacity, front-load washer (which is gentler because it doesn’t have an agitator). Set the washer to the delicate cycle, fill it with cold water, and add a small amount of gentle, low-suds detergent or a special down cleaner that’s designed to retain the down’s water-repellent features. Run the washer briefly to mix in the detergent. Load the topper into the machine and wash. Double rinse to remove detergent residue from the feathers. Dry on the lowest heat and toss in a few dryer balls or tennis balls to keep the feathers fluffed. Every 15 minutes or so, remove the pad from the dryer and break up and fluff the clumps of feathers with your hands, which helps the down dry evenly.
Continue drying until no trace of moisture remains. Otherwise, the damp feathers will mildew and absorb odors. Egg Crate Foam Topper Cleaning instructions for an egg crate mattress topper are similar to those for a foam mattress pad. Vacuum the topper on both sides. If the manufacturer’s care label indicates that the topper is machine washable, launder it only in a high-capacity, front-load washer—since a top-load washer with an agitator can rip the foam. Fill the washer with water, add detergent, and run briefly to mix before loading the topper. If the topper is not machine washable, spot-clean it by spraying stained areas with a mixture of equal parts water, distilled white vinegar, and lemon juice. Allow cleaner to sit for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse the stained areas—not the entire pad—in the shower or bathtub. Remove excess water with a wet/dry vacuum cleaner or by folding and pressing the topper. Finish by laying it on a flat surface, turning occasionally to assure even drying.
To prevent mold, mildew, and odors, make sure the topper is completely dry before putting it on the bed. Solid or Memory Foam “Solid/memory foam pillows are dense and cannot be machine washed,” cautions Reichert. “However, they do come with a removable cover that is washable, so follow directions on the care label. If stains should penetrate into the foam, spot-clean using a cloth lightly moistened with mild soap and water. Rinse with a damp cloth. Blot with a towel and allow to air dry before covering with a pillow case or protector.” If your solid/memory foam pillow is hand-washable, be advised that solid foam, when wet, is fragile and can tear easily. Submerge pillow in lukewarm water mixed with a small amount of mild detergent. Carefully squeeze water through the pillow to clean. Using cool water, rinse until the water runs clear. Gently squeeze the pillow to remove excess water, then place it on a flat surface to air dry. If possible, dry outdoors on a sunny day.