LifestyleInstagram hack: How to remove yellow stains from your mattress

Instagram hack: How to remove yellow stains from your mattress

How to clean a dirty mattress?
How to clean a dirty mattress?
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23 July 2024 08:11

The mattress is one of the most heavily used items in the home. Over time, unsightly yellow stains appear on it. How can you get rid of them? Discover a clever hack from Instagram.

The mattress is the true king of the bedroom and a breeding ground for numerous contaminants. Daily, dirt, dust, sweat, dead skin cells, and bodily fluids accumulate on its surface and penetrate the sheets.

Over time, unsightly stains appear on the white surface of the mattress. How can you get rid of them? There are several different methods, but the Instagram hack provides instant results.

Use an iron. The mattress will regain its original colour

The mattress requires regular cleaning. Experts recommend doing this at least once every six months. Cleaning a mattress isn't the easiest task due to its size and the material's absorbency. After washing, you should wait several hours for it to completely dry.

How do you clean a mattress? The best solution is steam cleaning, but not everyone can afford to buy a device, and such a service can cost up to $50 CAD. However, there is one equally effective, quick, and cheap method that is popular on Instagram. A user posting as ogrilow showed how to clean a mattress in just a few moments.

How to do it: Start by preparing a homemade mattress cleaning solution. Take a large bowl and pour in a package of baking soda, a measure of laundry detergent, fabric softener, and 60 millilitres of water.

Mix everything thoroughly, then dip a clean towel into the resulting paste. Wring out the excess liquid and wrap it around the iron. Turn on the device and apply it to the mattress. After a while, you'll see that the stains are disappearing, thanks to the combination of the "magic" paste and steam.

How to quickly clean a mattress?

This is just one way to clean a mattress. If you don't have much time and just want to freshen up the material, use baking soda. Sprinkle it generously over the entire surface. Leave it for 1-3 hours, and then vacuum the mattress. Baking soda will eliminate unpleasant odours and visibly whiten the mattress cover.

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