A mattress can’t exactly be thrown into the washing machine once it’s dirty, nor can it be hosed down in the backyard, or cleaned in any convenient way- or so we think! That’s probably why the chore is so severely procrastinated. But today we’re here to show you 3 simple, easy ways to clean your mattress and rid of the dirt, dust, and dander that hide inside. 

Step One: Strip Your Bed

This is a great time to wash your bedding, since you’ll need to remove it all anyway! Start by stripping the bed and tossing it all into the washing machine- or whatever can fit, of course.. Pull everything off, even the mattress protector. Think of your bed as an onion; we have to peel back the layers before we reach the parts that need to be cleaned most!

Step Two: Prepare Your Cleaning Mixture

A little chemistry never hurt anybody! It’s time to prepare a cleaning mixture for your mattress. Create the perfect mixture using pure baking soda and your choice of essential oil. A lot of people prefer lavender oil, as it has a calming effect and helps them go to sleep. Use a sifter or sieve from the kitchen to gently spread the mixture over your bare mattress. Allow the mixture an hour to sit, so that it has time to work. It’ll pull moisture and odors from the mattress, leaving it clean and tidy (and it’ll smell wonderful!). 

Step Three: Remove the Mixture

Use your upholstery attachment on your vacuum cleaner to remove the mixture from your mattress. Stop! Make sure you do this slowly so that all of the baking soda and grime has a proper chance to be suctioned from your mattress!

Afterward, make your bed with fresh, clean linens and enjoy the lovely cleanliness of your mattress. Repeat these steps once a month, if needed!