How to Clean a Mattress After a Bedwetting Accident

How To Clean a Wet Mattress Easily after Spills and Accidents

Blot Spills of Juice, Water, or other fluids immediately. Firmly press down to absorb any moisture that has leaked under the mattress cover. Dry the damp area with a hairdryer for 10-20 minutes. Allow the area to cool completely before inspecting to ensure that it is dry.

Urine spills are more likely to attract bugs and promote mold growth inside the mattress. Clean the mattress early on to avoid mold and pests. After removing the bed linens, use paper towels to absorb as much urine as possible. Rubbing or scrubbing the wet spot will only drive the liquid deeper into the mattress. The next step is to eliminate the odor-causing bacteria found in urine.

Spray the damp area of the mattress thoroughly with a solution made of equal parts white vinegar and water. Vinegar is a natural disinfectant that can assist to mask the odor of urine. To clean an already-wet mattress, use as little liquid as possible. Allow the solution to settle for 10-15 minutes before blotting dry with additional paper towels.

Apply baking soda to the wet area. Once placed, leave the powder in place for 8-10 hours to dry. Use a vacuum suction hose attachment to remove it. If any lingering odors or stains remain, the vinegar-baking soda process should be repeated. Before replacing the bed linens, if feasible, expose the mattress to sunlight and fresh air. Lift the mattress onto chairs to let air circulate under it as well.

If you do not have vinegar, use diluted alcohol. Bleach and ammonia are examples of harsh chemicals that should be avoided. They will corrode mattress innerspring and ruin memory foam. Toxins leftover from harsh chemicals might be detrimental to your health. Do not remove the upholstered mattress cover.

Step-By-Step: Cleaning a Fresh Accident

• Blot dry right away with paper towels
• Press down firmly to soak up any liquid that seeped under the mattress cover.
• Use a hairdryer over the wet area for 10-20 minutes.
• Mix equal parts white vinegar and water together
  • Use diluted rubbing alchohol as a substitute.
• Liberally spray the solution over the wet area of the mattress.
• Wait 10-15 minutes and blot dry with more paper towels. 
• Apply baking soda on the wet area
• Wait 8-10 hours to dry completely.
• Vacuum Powder up with hose attachment.

How to Clean Dried Urine Stains from a Mattress

Before the cleaning process can begin, urine spills may have dried. Hydrogen peroxide or borax are frequently required to eliminate stains and odors completely. Soak the area with Hydrogen Peroxide. After, leave the peroxide to dry. Peroxide may bleach or discolor affected areas. The filthy area is wetted down and dusted with borax powder. The borax is rubbed into a thin paste on the mattress surface with a brush or cloth. When the area is completely dry, the powder residue is vacuumed off. When working with borax, gloves should be worn. If inhaled, it can also irritate the eyes and create health complications.

Removing Mold and Lingering Odors from Mattresses and Furniture

Scented deodorizing products disguise unpleasant scents but do not eliminate odors or pee stains. If scents persist after cleaning, generous amounts of undiluted vinegar can be sprayed onto the mattress. The vinegar should soak into the mattress for 10-20 minutes. Blot dry the area with paper towels. Baking soda covers up the vinegar scent. Leave the baking soda on for 8-10 hours to dry.

Mold spreads swiftly and hides in the crevices of foam mattresses. If mold is evident on the surface of the mattress, it is likely that there is considerably more mold within the inner core. Cleaning mold from mattresses can cause mold spores to be released into the air, making people sick from mold toxicity. The best course of action is to replace the mattress.

Mattresses that have become filthy may be able to be restored by professional cleaners. To destroy germs and remove lingering odors, they may utilize hot steam or special high-power UV lights. Their services are pricey, but they may be less expensive than replacing the mattress.

Staying Fresh & Clean

To keep your mattress fresh and clean and to maximize the lifespan of your mattress, it’s important to use a mattress protector. Using a mattress protector not only keeps your mattress stain free but also protects it from dust mites, bacteria, dead skin cells, and other allergens. 

From fitted to zippers, cotton to bamboo, there are all kinds of mattress protectors to fit your needs and style. To keep your mattress stain free and safeguarded from accidents, be sure to choose a waterproof mattress protector. The waterproof and easy to clean SaniSnooze mattress covers keep your mattress protected from spills, water damage, dust mites, bed bugs and more, so you can sleep soundly.

Conclusion

Wet mattresses can cause lingering odors and health threats if they are not cleaned and completely dried right away.  Spilled water and beverages can often be cleaned easily.  Bedwetting is more challenging because urine encourages mold growth and attracts bugs. Mattresses that become wet from groundwater floods or sewage problems should be discarded straight away.  Mattresses that remain wet for more than 48 hours are generally not salvageable. SaniSnooze is a tool to assist with bedwetting in people of all ages. Our mattresses are completely waterproof and wrapped in a vinyl membrane layer to keep them clean. Check out our Cloud Mattress for fresh, cool relaxation. SaniSnooze Mattresses uses CertiPUR-US^®foam and is made in America.