Memory Foam Mattress Drying Instructions

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These days, polyurethane foam memory mattresses are all the rage, and it's easy to see why. They make for a comfortable place to sleep without the risk of pressure sores and can be relied upon for serious back support. However, they sustain considerable wear and tear from normal use. Water, coffee, juice, and other liquids are commonplace in both the living room and the bedroom. Urine can be an issue in homes with children or pets. Storms and rain can soak mattresses if they are stored near windows. If your memory foam mattress ever gets soaked, this oneHOWTO will show you how to dry it on your own.

While porous, memory foam does not typically absorb liquids like a sponge would. On the other hand, unless you allow it to dry out properly, the moisture will seep deep into it and remain there. Because it harbors mildew and mold, a wet mattress is not only unpleasant to sleep on. After being wet for a few days, a mattress takes on a musty odor and mold starts to grow inside. The mattress could have become soaked in water that was contaminated with harmful chemicals, fuels, and biohazards if it had been left outside in the rain and storms.

Even if you thoroughly dry and disinfect the inside of this mattress, moisture may still seep in and cause problems. If you act quickly and dry the mattress completely, though, you may be able to save your memory foam mattress. Wetness can hasten the breakdown of your mattress and reduce its effectiveness. The adhesives that keep the mattress's layers together will also weaken and be destroyed in this process. Mold can form if moisture is allowed to build up. As a result, it's crucial to be well-versed in the proper methods for drying a damp memory foam mattress. In order to better understand how to clean a memory foam mattress, read this.

The following are some suggestions for drying a soaked memory foam mattress:

• In the event of a small spill or a contained wet area, a washcloth or some tissue paper should suffice to soak up the liquid. You should use a clean, absorbent cloth or drying pad. To get the most moisture out of a memory foam mattress, you might have to apply pressure while blotting. After removing excess moisture by blotting, you can dry the damp area by pointing a high heat hair dryer at it. Tent the mattress with the dryer's heat for 15 to 20 minutes, keeping the appliance 3 to 4 inches away. It will be easier to tell if the area has dried after it has cooled down to room temperature. Hold off on moving on to Step Two for 30 minutes.

• It's also possible to use kitty litter to absorb the moisture. If your memory foam bed gets wet, try spreading some clean kitty litter on it. Press down on the litter to release any moisture that may be trapped in the bed. Since litter is a porous material, it can soak up the water from the soggy mattress. Always protect your skin by placing a cloth or towel over the litter before pressing it. Don't press anything for at least a few hours. The used litter can then be sucked up in a wet/dry vacuum. You can do it all over again if there's any moisture left in the mattress, and then give it another good vacuuming. Drying off any remaining moisture with a blow dryer is an option. To avoid unsightly stains, avoid contact with litter.

• To make room for a guest bed, turn your memory foam mattress on its side and prop it up with at least two feet of clearance on each side. Set up a fan at the apex and direct the airflow down both sides. Use two fans, one on each side of the bed, aimed directly at the mattress. You should throw open all the room's windows and turn on all the ceiling fans to get the most airflow possible. Additionally, you can use a space heater to increase the temperature. Keep it away from the bed in case of fire. The drying process can be accelerated by increasing air flow and temperature.

• A different option is to move the bed outside and use it on a platform made of sawhorses or concrete blocks. You can also flip your mattress onto its side and use sturdy supports to keep it in place. Allow the mattress to air out in the sun and wind until it is completely dry. A couple of fans pointed at the mattress can help it dry out more quickly. If the mattress is still wet when you get home from work, you can let it dry inside overnight and try again in the morning.

• Memory foam mattresses are notorious for retaining smells and stains, which can be exacerbated if they become wet with urine. Any liquid spills should be blotted up with a paper towel by gently pressing on it. If you spray vinegar on the urine-stained area, scrub it with a toothbrush, and let it soak for 10 minutes, the odor should disappear. Baking soda can be added to the vinegar if desired. When the vinegar dries, the baking soda forms a clump and can be easily removed, along with the urine and odor. Mattress urine stains? Here's how to get them out!

• Put 10 ounces of hydrogen peroxide, 3 tablespoons of baking soda, and 2 or 3 drops of regular dish soap in a bowl and stir until combined. Put it in a spray bottle and use it on the stained spots on the memory foam mattress. Be sure to spray enough so that the solution completely covers the stain. Leave the mixture alone for about an hour while the fan is on and the windows are open. Because of the chemical reaction that occurs when the solution dries, the stain and odor are eliminated forever. The use of baking soda to clean a mattress is discussed.

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