We know that dust, dirt, and stains spread over time with common use can get a little dirty on most things, including your mattress topper. So, can you wash a mattress topper and how to clean it properly? So there are four main things to consider before washing your mattress topper. Follow our guide to find the best way Can you wash a mattress topper.
Can you wash a mattress topper?
We sleep on mattress toppers every night. They absorb our sweat and collect dead skin. Our mattress toppers do a great job. We need to take care of our mattress toppers so that they are clean and not a health hazard! But there are some tips on how to wash a mattress pad that we are discussing with you.
1. Wash the lining around your mattress topper
Most mattress toppers have a removable cover, so if you have a removable cover, it will be much easier to clean your mattress topper. You simply remove the cover and depending on the topper, you can either machine wash or hand wash.
We recommend that if you go for a washing machine make sure you are using a cold setting. Especially with bamboo mattress toppers because bamboo fibers will shrink over time as they come in contact with heat.
2. Wash the filling on your mattress topper
We recommend that you do not soak the memory foam filling for your mattress topper. The manufacturer of your product should provide very clear instructions in this regard. The removable cover was designed to protect the memory foam core so you need to focus on washing it.
Other mattress toppers, including polyester filling, can be machine-washed or dry-cleaned, but make sure it dries completely and check your manufacturer’s instructions so you don’t void your warranty.
3. Can you machine wash your mattress topper?
If you have a removable cover, you can machine wash it. Do not soak your memory foam in water as it damages the foam. Complete drying of the memory foam will destroy its structure and can tear the washing machine foam.
4. Choice of chemicals when cleaning stains from topper
In this case, we would recommend using non-corrosive detergents and, if possible, more natural methods such as baking soda.
Natural spray solution
Fill a spray bottle with half the water and distilled vinegar. Spray lightly with a paper towel and try to wipe the stain. You can also use a toothbrush to gently scrub, but be careful not to waste the fiber using a scrubbing method.
Baking soda
As mentioned above, after lightly spraying the stain with water, layer it on a thin layer of baking soda and gently let it sit for half an hour on the surface and then use a vacuum to remove the mixture. Baking soda can be used as a final step after removing most stains.
How often should you clean a mattress topper?
We recommend cleaning your mattress topper two to three times a year. You can ventilate it and vacuum quickly while washing your bed sheets. If you have a removable cover, it should be cleaned every month or so. If everything is in one unit then the best rule is to clean it thoroughly every season.
How long does a mattress topper last?
The durability of a mattress topper depends on its type and quality which can last from one year to 5 years. A memory foam mattress topper usually lasts 3 to 5 years but a cheap polyester topper can last only one year.
Can you wash a memory foam topper machine?
No. You should avoid washing in a memory foam mattress topper because one casing will probably be
damaged by the washing machine and two memory foam cores should never be completely immersed in a washing machine. So it is better not to wash the memory foam in a washing machine.
Tips for regular maintenance of memory foam
Here are some tips for your regular maintenance when your mattress topper is scheduled for better cleaning.
Use your vacuum regularly – Vacuum only when the topper is deeply cleansed. It does not allow dust, dead skin cells, lint, and other debris to accumulate. So vacuum your topper regularly.
Use a Mattress Topper Cover – Putting a mattress topper cover/protector on your topper will never prevent you from needing to clean the topper but will increase the cleaning time. Covers can be easily washed and dried in a washer and dryer, so use a mattress cover or protector.
These tips are easy to do and much easier to clean a well-cared mattress topper than a long-neglected mattress topper.
