Coconut mattresses, due to their rigidity, are orthopedic products, which means they are suitable not only for people with a sore back, but also for those who care about a healthy posture in advance. That is why dense coir mattresses are recommended for the youngest children, who are just developing the correct curvature of the spine.

How to choose a coconut mattress?

The simplest and cheap option- a thick mat made of coconut fiber (the thickness of the plate should start at least 3 centimeters). Thinner options serve as a layer in combined models.

Signs of a quality filler:

• mature fibers are dark brown;
• coir has been treated with latex (there are small white clots on the fibers);
• no unpleasant synthetic smell.

Coconut fibers, like other dried natural material, are quite fragile and will crumble under pressure. Therefore, they undergo special impregnation with latex or are stitched (the second method is considered less practical).

A single layer coconut fiber board has a high degree stiffness and may not be suitable for everyone (unless your doctor has recommended this option to you). Such a mattress is usually taken to babies for safe sleep and correct formation posture or adults for preventive treatment of the spine. A good addition would be an orthopedic pillow.

Softer products have one or more layers of coir in combination with other types of filler. Thoughtful combination modern materials gives a mattress that is well ventilated, provides anatomically correct support and gives real rest.

What is a Coconut Spring Mattress? It is also a multi-layer product, where a high-quality spring block is used, which correctly distributes the load and helps the body relax during sleep. The more layers of coconut fiber, the firmer the mattress will be (three layers are firm for thin people, but are perfect for those with curvaceous shapes).

Spring mattresses, which can also be bought in the Matrason online store, belong to the category of soft or medium hardness.

How to disinfect a coconut fiber mattress?

Dry coir can only be cleaned in a dry way. The mattress should be regularly vacuumed, aired (preferably in the sun), turned over in order to avoid sagging.

You can wash the cover in an ordinary typewriter, choosing the mode for the type of fabric. When buying, pay attention to the length of the zipper - the longer it is, the easier it is to remove the cover. The zipper on one (end) side of the product is considered a demonstration one - so that the buyer can personally evaluate the quality of the filler.

Coconut mattresses are often bought for newborns, and here it is difficult to keep the crib from leaking. And let the moisture quickly pass through the fibers - over time, the smell will still appear. A small solid block of coir can be washed in the bathroom with soapy water, put on a slightly damp cover and dry the product in a straightened state. It should be noted that this is an extreme measure of coconut fiber disinfection, which can damage or deform the product, therefore, in order to avoid moisture penetration, it is better to use high-quality mattress covers.

Cleaning of multi-layer orthopedic mattresses is carried out only by specialists in dry cleaners using different detergents for different types mattresses and a very fast drying process so that the filler does not deform. At home, small dirt can be cleaned using soapy water and a soft sponge. When soaking old stains, try to keep the moisture as low as possible - the filler can be deformed, and metal elements- rust. Dry the mattress with a hair dryer if necessary.

To maintain health and proper posture, it is important to choose a quality mattress. Today in stores you can find several options good mattress. The most common option is orthopedic, supporting correct posture and promoting relaxation. But no matter what material the mattress is made of, you need to know the rules of cleaning and care. Subject to the rules of operation, the period of use of the product will last for 3-5 years.

Orthopedic product

When purchasing a product for sleeping, the first thing to do is to remove the factory packaging and ventilate the mattress in the room with the window open. This will help get rid of the specific factory smell. If ventilation does not help to completely eliminate the smell, it is recommended to remove the top cover and wash it in the washing machine. In the process of choosing mattresses, pay attention to the cover of the product.

They are of two types:

• Removable.
• Not removable.

For example, in Ikea, almost all bedding is equipped with removable covers. It is convenient and practical, especially in the case of children's mattresses. If necessary, the cover is removed and washed following the recommendations from the manufacturer.

Can the mattress cover be washed if it is not removable? In this case, the product will have to be cleaned manually. If a stain has formed, it is better not to wait until it is completely absorbed into the fabric. To clean the surface, use a warm soapy solution, which is washed off with a clean cold water until the foam is completely removed. If the area of ​​contamination of the orthopedic product is extensive, cleaning should be carried out gradually, without lathering the entire surface at once.

Mattress label

coconut filler

Today it is very fashionable to buy children's mattresses filled with coconut chips for babies. But this is not the shavings that we add to confectionery. This is the upper hairy part of the nut.

Coconut coir:

• hard,
• has antiseptic properties,
• passes air well.

These properties make the material an excellent filler for mattresses. Products filled with coconut coir do not accumulate dirt, dust, and unpleasant odors. Therefore, you do not need to wash coconut mattresses purchased from Ikea or another store. There is simply no need for this. Moreover, when answering the question of whether it is possible to wash a mattress filled with coconut, knowledgeable people answer that such a product cannot even be wetted. Otherwise, it will lose its orthopedic properties.

The only thing you can really do is wash the mattress cover, which is filled with coconut flakes. For example, Ascon, a manufacturer of sleep products, advises removing and cleaning the mattress cover once every six months. For children's products, a more frequent wash cycle is suitable.

Some buyers, preferring cheap goods in Ikea, purchase foam rubber mattresses. This material very well accumulates dust, absorbs odors, moisture. To keep the product clean, it is recommended to wash it periodically. children's mattress Ascon filled with foam. You can do it manually. Having previously removed the mattress cover, soak the product in warm soapy water. Carefully passing over the surface with a brush, we clean the foam rubber from stains.

The next step is rinsing. Since the filler perfectly absorbs water and soap, you need to rinse the product as thoroughly as possible. It is recommended to rinse the children's mattress in warm water, changing it 5-7 times until the foam disappears completely. Then it is equally important to dry the mattress thoroughly so that no moisture remains inside.

Having understood the question of how to wash a mattress, you need to familiarize yourself with the rules for using products.

• Orthopedic products with coconut filler should not be laid on a sagging surface.
• Children should not be allowed to jump on the mattress.
• On a children's mattress, you need to put on a non-wetting mattress pad.
• To keep the orthopedic product clean, periodically vacuum the surface.
• A coconut mattress needs to be professionally cleaned once every 3-4 years.
• The removable cover can be washed once every 2-3 months.

In this way

When purchasing an Ascon mattress at Ikea, do not forget to ask the seller how to carry out proper care behind the product. Not every mattress can be washed. Orthopedic products on springs or with coconut filling should not be washed and wetted at all. To keep these mattresses clean, you need to purchase a waterproof cover that needs to be washed periodically.

No matter how hard you try to keep the bed from urine, sometimes troubles happen - neither an oilcloth nor a diaper saves. The specificity of urine stains is in an unpleasant ammonia odor that persists on for a long time. To remove an old stain or vice versa, fresh, but deeply penetrated into the fabric and filler, is a difficult task.

What are mattresses, and why should you pay attention to it?

• Spring and monoblock;
• Orthopedic, anti-decubitus, water and classic;
• With artificial fillers and natural, etc.

For all types and types of mattresses general instructions care is about the same: turn over from time to time, use protective covers, regularly vacuum, dry in the sun and clean - dry, wet or using special tools.

But to extend the service life, you need to remember some features of care. So, for example, springless orthopedic mattresses are cleaned using several types of chemical solutions - separately for the mattress topper, separately for the internal filler. In no case should the spring mattress be subjected to deformation - this may adversely affect its orthopedic properties, etc.

1. The first and easiest way to get rid of odors and stains is to simply wash the mattress, if the size and type of filling allow it;
2. Also simple but not really budget way- take the mattress to the cleaners. This option is especially preferable for orthopedic mattresses, when cleaning which in no case should the internal filling be damaged;
3. Apply products from the pet store - an odor destroyer. The product, which has its own pronounced citrus or floral scent, is sprayed onto the stain, interrupts the smell and almost completely absorbs it. It is used not only on fabrics, but also on any surfaces. Requires thorough ventilation after application;
4. Cleaning with a steam cleaner is a newfangled gadget for advanced housewives. The steam cleaner is effective for cleaning almost any surface, easily copes with dirt fabric upholstery furniture, cleaning mattresses. At the same time, the steam cleaning mechanism itself does not imply a large amount of moisture, which is important. The steam cleaner kills a large number of germs without the use of chemicals. Some models of steam cleaners are equipped with drying nozzles;
5. You can try to clean the mattress from urine on your own, using improvised means. It is important to remember that you cannot add moisture to a fresh urine stain or moisten an already dried stain abundantly. This will only exacerbate the situation, increase the smell, or, even worse, require drying the deep layers of the mattress.

• Wet spots must be dried as much as possible with napkins or a clean cloth. But do not rub moisture into the fabric, but blot it;
• Treat the dried stain with a mixture of hydrogen peroxide, baking soda and liquid soap for hands (in the proportion of 235 ml per 3 tablespoons plus 1 drop of soap). Dissolve baking soda in perhydrol, add a drop of soap and pour into a spray bottle. Spray the mixture onto the stain immediately. The chemical reaction that occurs when these ingredients are mixed together pushes urine out of the fabric fibers. Dry and vacuum the surface;
• Helps get rid of small stains ammonia, diluted with water in the proportion of a teaspoon per glass of water;
• Old urine stains are removed with "acidic" solutions: water diluted in equal proportions with acetic acid or lemon juice. The mixture must be sprayed over the stain and blotted with a napkin. After soaking the product, sprinkle the stain with soda and vacuum it in a day. There will be no trace of stains and unpleasant odors.

How to clean a mattress from urine or other contaminants - various ways lot. They differ in terms of efficiency, budget and amount of effort. But remember that it is easier to avoid pollution as much as possible than to look for a way and means to get rid of them later.

The mattress is responsible for how well you sleep at night and how good you feel when you get out of bed. It does not matter if there are visible stains with an unpleasant odor on it or not. Throughout the night, you breathe in the dust that has accumulated in the mattress.

Think about what dust is. This is an accumulation of particles of hair, skin, dirt, bacteria, fungal spores, animal hair, etc. Unpleasant? That is why caring for a mattress should become a habitual and regular thing for every housewife, along with cleaning carpets and mopping floors. Pure sleeping place- a pledge of health and sound restful sleep!

A clean mattress is the key to a sound and healthy sleep.

Many housewives naively think that the use of mattress covers is a panacea for all dirt and stains. Dear hostesses, do not expect faithful and long service from your mattresses if you do not take good care of them! Let's find out together how to clean a mattress, for example, from dust, stains, mites, fungal spores, bad smell?

• Getting rid of dust
• Removing various stains
• Say goodbye to bad odors

Are you changing bed sheets? Do not be too lazy to find some 5 minutes to clean the mattress with a vacuum cleaner at least from dust. Turn it over each time to the other side so that it “breathes”. Do not forget to wipe the bottom of the bed with a damp cloth and remove all the accumulated muck from there. Do this all the time.

How to clean a mattress when there is no way to vacuum? Pull it on Fresh air and thoroughly knock out all that is superfluous: ticks, dust, wool, hair, fungal spores. It is better to use, of course, male power: more useful. And also let him "sunbathe" (not the husband, of course!) in the sun, because the sun's rays perfectly disinfect all surfaces. Result: sound sleep, clean lungs, disappearance of allergies.

And if there is no way to ventilate the mattress, then how to clean it? In the most extreme case, cover with a damp sheet and beat out like a carpet. By the way, such a simple dry cleaning at home will be appreciated by an exotic filler - coconut coir.

Coffee in bed - in the truest sense? And how now to clean the mattress from unsightly stains? Prepare an ammonia solution: add a teaspoon of ammonia to a glass of water. Wipe off the dirt, wash off the solution after a few minutes. Let the surface dry.

Cleaning with a damp brush is suitable for mattresses made of polyurethane foam, coconut coir.

Cleaning a simple stain is done with dry foam made from liquid soap, washing powder, dish gel. Apply it with a brush or sponge. This must be done quickly so that moisture does not saturate the filler. Next, wipe the stain removal areas with a barely damp cloth, blot paper towel. Is there any moisture left? Dry with a hair dryer. But cleaning a surface decorated with multi-colored stains of various origins, including urine, in this way is ineffective.

Well, how to clean the mattress when the pollution does not want to part with the upholstery? Old or stubborn stains can be cleaned in several ways:

• Divorces from urine, vomit, juice remove acid well at home. Dissolve water in equal proportions with one thing: lemon juice, vinegar, or citric acid. Spray the liquid over the ugliness or wipe gently with a sponge. Wait until dry, sprinkle with baking soda. Vacuum after a day. By the way, such cleaning saved more than one children's mattress! And it perfectly removes all kinds of odors (cigarette smoke, urine).
• Hydrogen peroxide will remove blood stains from the surface of mattresses, and medical alcohol will cope with greasy stains from lipstick, butter sandwiches (after breakfast in bed), and even urine. If there are old stains of unknown origin on the surface of your mattresses, treat these places with a solution of ammonia. You only need a teaspoon for a glass of water.
• Salt will save you from spilled red wine: sprinkle it on the scene, then wash the stain with dry foam.

The mattress loves to collect scents. And if you smoke in bed, there is a great opportunity to breathe in smoke, burying your nose in the bed. I do not like? Cleaning mattresses from the smell is possible on your own. Sprinkle baking soda on its surface (only without a cover) and vacuum it after two days. So you can refresh and children's mattress. And there are plenty of smells!

Remember that a perfectly clean mattress is a perfectly sound sleep!

It is absolutely impossible to wash it with any vanilla, just cover it on top. Even a paravacuum cleaner will not cope to the end if everything is running. A mattress cover is cheaper than a paravacuum cleaner, although it is also indispensable in the household))

Well, this is of course for those who need it really clean.

How to wash a children's mattress

Children's mattresses easily absorb foreign odors, especially when the baby sleeps at night.

Dirt accumulates on the surface. After cleaning the cover and airing the product, bad smell is preserved, because urine gradually impregnates the inner layers of the mattress.

Children's products should not be dry-cleaned, otherwise allergic attacks on the components of chemical reagents cannot be avoided. Manufacturers of children's mattresses indicate on the labels that the products are not washable. Then how to wash a children's mattress?

There are special detergents for washing mattresses. They are intended for surface care of products with coconut filling.

Removable cover machine washable the classic way. Non-removable covers, for example, in wadded children's mattresses, are treated with specialized detergents for the care of mattresses by hand at home.

If a protective cover is put on top of the mattress, a carpet cleaner can be used for treatment, and odor remover can be used to remove odors. special means from a pet store. Suitable also baby soap for washing and children's powders.

How to wash a children's cotton mattress?

Initially, the surface of the mattress must be thoroughly vacuumed to remove dust from the inner layers.

To remove stains use the following methods:

• grease stains are removed with undiluted alcohol, after cleaning the contamination, the surface is washed with water;
• spilled juices, teas and other liquids are washed off with a solution of vinegar, the ingredients are taken in equal parts;
• You can neutralize food odors with a solution of baking soda;
• stains of unknown origin can be removed with an ammonia solution at the rate of 1 teaspoon per glass of water;
• fresh urine is removed with a soap solution or a solution of vinegar, you can apply a gruel of salt and lemon juice to the puddle, let it stand for several hours and rinse.

Such products consist of 3-5 layers.

How to wash a baby mattress with coconut flakes? After removing the cover, the mattress must be carefully disassembled into layers. Each layer is recommended to be washed separately.

• Take half a bath of water and add half a pack of baby laundry detergent. For washing the mattress, you can choose powders with a pleasant aroma.
• The layer is lowered into the bath and allowed to soak for 5-10 minutes, after which it is washed gently with your hands. Baby mattress with coconut filling may also contain buckwheat husks. Such layers cannot be rubbed, otherwise the husk will pop out of their own pockets.
• Rinse out the mattress in home bathrooms with large quantity water thoroughly until the water is clear.

This washing method eliminates unpleasant odors, including urine.

The material must not be spun in a centrifuge. It is enough to wring out the water a little with your hands and lay out the layers to dry on a special hanger for drying. Products must not be overdried, otherwise problems may arise with the assembly of layers.

Semi-dry layers are collected in reverse order, put on a cover. Next, let the mattress dry thoroughly in the assembled state, turning it over to the other side as it dries.

Coconut filler mattress with foam rubber is widely used for cribs. Therefore, it is quite logical that it is subject to such types of pollution as urine, blood, food stains, which are quite difficult to remove. In addition to this problem, the housewives do not know if its filler can be washed. How to wash coconut mattress correctly, and what means to use to cleanse it, find out from the article. Although it is inexpensive, but still I want it to serve longer. To do this, you must follow the rules for its operation.

Using a mattress correctly

It belongs to the type of orthopedic mattresses. The filler inside is coconut fibers, which in itself already speaks of its strength. However, you should not believe those manufacturers who say in a voice that such mattresses are able to withstand any mechanical stress, including jumps and bumps during improper transportation. As a rule, the seller gives such recommendations if the coconut fibers are bonded with synthetic adhesive solutions. It is quite clear that there can be no talk of any ecological cleanliness in this scenario.

It is better to make it a rule to follow some principles for the operation of a coconut-filled mattress. Here they are:

• compliance temperature regime indoors in the range from ten to forty degrees and maximum value air humidity of eighty-five percent;
• to protect against various kinds of liquids, it makes sense to use an external hygienic mattress cover;
• you can not put such material on excessively hard and embossed surfaces like folding beds, a sofa, a floor. Better buy wooden frame, which will enhance the orthopedic effect;
• the dimensions of the product must fully fit the size of the baby's crib;
• from time to time it is worth airing the filler;
• do not forget to vacuum the product in order to get rid of dust, small contaminants.

As stains appear, get rid of them immediately, if possible. Find out how to wash your coconut mattress properly in the following sections.

If possible, it is better to remove the blood immediately. This is done with a cloth dipped in cold water. If it is already partially absorbed, then hydrogen peroxide will come to the rescue. Apply it to the dirt and wait until the reaction occurs, accompanied by the release of foam. And then calmly collect the solution with a sponge.

How to wash a coconut mattress using laundry soap? Very simple. It is applied to the dirt with a toothbrush, and then washed with clean water.

You can use baking soda or salt. Any of these substances must be mixed in water, pour the resulting solution into a spray bottle and spray on the site of contamination. Then wait twenty minutes until it is absorbed. And remove with a cotton swab or napkin.

Another nasty type of pollution are urine stains. How to wash a children's coconut mattress from them, and what means to use?

These types of stains are dangerous not only because they contaminate the product, but also because of the appearance of a characteristic smell. As a precaution, far-sighted housewives use oilcloth when covering the mattress, on which a mattress cover is put on, and then a sheet on top. If you have not taken such precautions, then only fresh urine stains can be cleaned at home. But old pollution will be washed off only in dry cleaning.

How to wash a coconut mattress using liquid soap? It must be lathered in water, applied to the contaminated area, and then blotted with a regular napkin. As a rule, urine is also removed along with the solution.

The combination of salt and lemon juice is also an excellent cleaner for these kinds of stains. They are mixed until a thick consistency is formed and left at the site of contamination for two hours. This achieves a double positive effect - salt absorbs all the liquid, and lemon juice eliminates unpleasant odour. Then, the place of application of the solution is wiped with a damp cloth.

A mixture of hydrogen peroxide and baking soda is great for removing urine stains. This mixture is dissolved in water, applied with a sprayer to the contaminated area, waiting chemical reaction and then wiped off with a cloth.

If an unpleasant odor still remains, it can be removed using ordinary table vinegar.

How to wash a children's mattress with coconut chips from food stains and other types of dirt, find out in the next section.

Getting rid of food stains on a mattress

Grease stains can be easily removed using ammonia. A few drops of it are diluted in water, a soft cloth urinates in the resulting solution, squeezed well, and then the place of contamination is wiped with it.

If the mattress has been smeared with drops of wax, then they are removed with a damp cloth and using an iron. A napkin should be placed on the stain, and ironed on top. All the wax is immediately removed from the mattress.

How to wash a coconut mattress to remove chewing gum or plasticine. Instead of washing, you will need ice. With the help of it, sticky contaminants are frozen, after which they are easily scraped off with a knife.

If the nature of the stains is unknown to you, you can use dishwashing liquid, which is diluted in water. It is applied to the place of contamination, and some material is placed on top that absorbs moisture well. All dirt will be pulled out by itself.

Can a coconut mattress be washed in the normal way? It is best to carry out such a procedure without the use of a filler.

Washing the coconut mattress

In no case can the coconut filler be wetted. To get rid of unpleasant odors it is hung out on the balcony and dried on open sun. In winter, use a battery for this purpose. The main thing is not to overdo it and not overdry it. Otherwise, the coconut filler will lose its shape.

But the foam layer can be washed. It is very easy to detach from the filler. It should be twisted, and in this form put in washing machine. It should be borne in mind that after washing, foam rubber requires additional drying on a battery or in the sun, since its porous structure retains moisture for a very long time. And in the case of coconut filler, there should be no liquid inside the mattress, even in the smallest quantities, as this will lead to the formation of mold.

How to wash a mattress on coconut flakes to get rid of mites, dust and dirt inside the fibers? If you have a steam generator at your disposal, you can use it for cleaning. Hot steam can dissolve many types of stains, kill mites if present, and also blow out any dust that has eaten deep into the coconut fibers. It is important to dry the filler well after such processing.

In conclusion, it should be added that, despite low price mattress filled with coconut flakes, it makes sense to follow the rules for caring for it. As practice shows, environmentally friendly materials are not always sold in stores. In an effort to give coconut filling increased strength, manufacturers use adhesives of synthetic origin. Therefore, being the owner of a real environmentally friendly mattress, it makes sense to keep it in proper condition for as long as possible.

Sleep for a person has great value. Therefore, the comfort, cleanliness, and convenience of the bed and mattress are so important. Before every hostess, sooner or later the question arises: how to clean the mattress at home. No matter how high-quality the fabric for the mattress is, this is not a guarantee that sooner or later you will not have to deal with stains on the mattress. In this matter, the most a good option- mattress cover. If the mattress is soiled, the mattress cover can be removed and thrown into washing machine. There are, however, cases when the mattress cover does not help either. Then - read our advice, and begin to act.

Modern mattresses are of two types: spring and springless. They have fillers such as:

1. Latex. Produced on the basis of rubber (hevea juice). A big plus of such a filler is elasticity and crease resistance.
2. latex artificial. It is much tougher than natural. The big advantage of the filler is its affordable price.
3. polyurethane foam. Hypoallergenic filler, durable, and elastic.
4. coconut coir. In mattresses of domestic production, latex is added, the ratio is 70% / 30%. Natural filler has such advantages as: good ventilation, good heat transfer, long service life, hypoallergenic, does not absorb odors. The disadvantages include the high price of this filler.
5. cotton wool. Hygroscopic, natural filler. Cotton mattresses with such content are distinguished by a low price.
6. cotton fiber. natural material from pressed white cotton. Comfortable, well ventilated, fluffy and elastic.
7. Synthetic down (holofiber). Modern artificial filler. Hypoallergenic, good ventilation due to the tubular structure of the fibers, lush and inexpensive.

Care rules

Each mattress has its own proven care rules. Let's start with the most common - a cotton mattress.

cotton mattress

A cotton mattress is bought more often because of the natural filler and low price.

• Avoid knocking down the cotton filler, try to roll rather than bend the mattress.
• Ventilate in the air once a month.
• Turn over periodically so that there are no dents.
• Vacuum at least once a week.
• Cleaning the mattress as it gets dirty, using shampoo to upholstered furniture, or just soap suds.

coconut mattress

A practical and firm coconut fiber mattress is well suited for small children, especially newborns. Such a mattress is useful for a child's spine, the fiber is hypoallergenic.

• Dry cleaning with a vacuum cleaner is recommended.
• This mattress requires a removable cover, so it is easier to care for it.
• Requires frequent ventilation and shifting.
• Do not let children jump on such a mattress, otherwise holes and dents will appear.
• Do not dry by leaning against a heater; it is better to use a hairdryer or iron.

Everyone knows that orthopedic mattresses are the best and most beneficial for the spine. With the condition that it is correctly selected according to the degree of rigidity. For example, it is better for a child to buy a hard mattress, because the child's spine has not yet formed. For an elderly person, a soft mattress is more suitable.

• Do not bend under any circumstances! Especially it concerns spring mattresses, or models filled with coconut coir. The springs may lose their shape and the coconut filler may burst.
• Can't be kicked out. How to clean an orthopedic mattress? Only dry vacuuming, and stain removal - this is described below.
• Do not allow children to jump on such a mattress if you want the product to serve you longer.
  Use a mattress cover to protect against dirt and dust.

We clean the mattress from stains

It's no secret that fresh stains are removed much easier and faster than old and dried ones. A cleaning steam generator, or a vacuum cleaner with an aqua filter, helps to cope well with dirt and stains on the mattress. If there is no such technique, then before cleaning the mattress from stains, walk over it with a regular vacuum cleaner to remove dust, crumbs, dust mites. This is especially true before cleaning a children's mattress, because dust, as you know, provokes allergies in children.

blood stains

It is most effective to remove blood stains immediately, before they are absorbed into the fabric. There are several ways to deal with blood stains.

• Cold water is sufficient to remove fresh blood stains. It is enough to soak a cotton pad or cotton napkin in cold water, and blot the stain, changing the water.
• Hydrogen peroxide is good for removing blood stains. Use a weak 3% peroxide solution. We breed 1 table. a spoonful of peroxide in a glass of water, dip a few cotton pads into the glass, wring it out a little, and put it on the stain. Leave for 5-10 minutes, then change. Repeat several times, finally blotting with a dry cloth.
• For old blood stains, use a paste: mix equal parts hydrogen peroxide, salt, and starch. Apply to stain and leave for 15 minutes. Then remove the paste with a damp cloth. At the end, we wet this place with a dry cloth.

Cleaning mattresses from urine stains is not an easy task, as it is also complicated by the presence of smell. This is especially true of orthopedic mattresses.

• A fresh urine stain will help clean up the baking soda. To do this, we cover the stain with soda, and leave it for 1-2 hours. The smell, if it remains, is removed with a cotton swab with vinegar. Wet with a dry cloth, then dry with a hair dryer or vacuum cleaner.
• Removes ugly stains from children's mattresses boric acid(borax). Having dropped a drop of water on the powder, we apply the gruel on the stain, rubbing it into the fabric. We leave for 15 minutes. We remove the rest of the powder with a vacuum cleaner.
• Alcohol can be used to remove such stains. This will help remove stains and sanitize the mattress. Wet the stain with a cotton pad soaked in alcohol or vodka. Do not soak too much, otherwise it will take a long time to dry the mattress. We process the stain until it disappears.
• With a cotton swab, slightly moisten the stain area, pour coarse salt, leave for 1-2 hours. The salt will absorb all the urine. We collect salt with a vacuum cleaner. Then treat the remains of the stain with hydrogen peroxide - cotton pad. The stain area will foam a little. This is fine. After the formation of foam ceases, wipe it with a dry cloth.

The rest of the spots

You can remove other stains if you know that:

1. Coffee stains are removed with a slurry of salt and water. Leave for 30 minutes, then remove the salt and dry.
   From red wine, berries, or juices. Sprinkle with baking soda or salt. Leave for 20-30 minutes, remove with a vacuum cleaner, wash with foam (for example, shaving foam).
2. Oily spots. If they are fresh, sprinkle with starch, salt, or talc. After 20 minutes, peel off the powder, and fall asleep 1 more time.
3. Stains from beer or tea. Soak a cotton pad in 9% vinegar, and wipe the stains.
4. Lipstick marks are washed off with alcohol.
5. A trace of chewing gum, or a band-aid. We put ice on the soiled area, and then scrape it off with a blunt knife. Wipe with a cotton pad with alcohol.

If you take care of your mattress properly, it will serve you for a long time.

In the video, a story about how to care for a mattress, and how to remove stains from a mattress.