{"id":1635,"date":"2022-06-21T06:25:39","date_gmt":"2022-06-21T06:25:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/?p=1635"},"modified":"2022-09-20T02:45:13","modified_gmt":"2022-09-20T02:45:13","slug":"a-guide-to-steam-cleaning-your-mattress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/a-guide-to-steam-cleaning-your-mattress\/","title":{"rendered":"A guide to steam cleaning your mattress"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cleanliness of your mattress might not be something you think about very often, but seeing as we spend one third of our lives in bed, it&#8217;s important to keep our mattress as clean as possible. Though it might be covered with a protector and sheets, your mattress is still vulnerable to dust mites, the occasional food spill, pet accidents, or other stains. This is why it is recommended to perform <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mattress cleaning<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> regularly. But figuring how to clean a large mattress can be a little tricky. No matter how hard you try, it\u2019s just not possible to fit your mattress into your washing machine. So how can you get it looking clean and smelling again? Steam cleaning is one such option, and in this article, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">professionals of mattress cleaning<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">at Clean Care will share all about the processes before you attempt this method on your own.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Remove all sheets and blankets<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you start on your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mattress cleaning<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019ll want to remove all of your sheets, blankets, pillows, and additional mattress pads from the bed. Now is also a good time to plug in your steam cleaner to allow it time to heat and build up steam.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Give it a good vacuum<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1637\" src=\"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/professional-mattress-cleaning-vacuum.png\" alt=\"professional mattress cleaning vacuum\" width=\"1110\" height=\"474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/professional-mattress-cleaning-vacuum.png 1110w, https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/professional-mattress-cleaning-vacuum-300x128.png 300w, https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/professional-mattress-cleaning-vacuum-1024x437.png 1024w, https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/professional-mattress-cleaning-vacuum-768x328.png 768w, https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/professional-mattress-cleaning-vacuum-585x250.png 585w, https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/professional-mattress-cleaning-vacuum-176x75.png 176w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1110px) 100vw, 1110px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now proceed to vacuum your mattress. Use the vacuum&#8217;s upholstery brush attachment to suction away as much dust, hair, dead skin and dust mites as possible. This helps remove any materials that won\u2019t dissolve when steamed. While you may also use a hand-held vacuum, a vacuum with a hose and brush attachment enables greater suction, giving you better results during <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/services\/mattress-deep-cleaning\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mattress cleaning<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Vacuum all crevices and dips in your mattress, not forgetting the sides and underside as well. Use short strokes as you cover the entirety of the bed to loosen and capture as much dirt as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you happen to notice any lingering odour, try sprinkling the entire surface with baking soda. Allow the baking soda to soak up smells and oils on your mattress for at least an hour before vacuuming it off.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Steam cleaning<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1638\" src=\"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/steam-mattress-cleaning-in-singapore.png\" alt=\"steam mattress cleaning in singapore\" width=\"1110\" height=\"474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/steam-mattress-cleaning-in-singapore.png 1110w, https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/steam-mattress-cleaning-in-singapore-300x128.png 300w, https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/steam-mattress-cleaning-in-singapore-1024x437.png 1024w, https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/steam-mattress-cleaning-in-singapore-768x328.png 768w, https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/steam-mattress-cleaning-in-singapore-585x250.png 585w, https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/steam-mattress-cleaning-in-singapore-176x75.png 176w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1110px) 100vw, 1110px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The steam cleaning can now begin. You may use a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maids.com\/blog\/10-surprising-uses-for-a-garment-steamer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> clothes steamer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a steamer designed for cleaning, or even an iron that creates steam. Set your steam cleaner up by filling the water tank and making sure all the parts are properly attached. Hold the steamer a few inches above the mattress, not directly touching the fabric, as you slowly move it across the bed in long and low strokes. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proceed to steam the sides and underside of the mattress after you have finished steaming the surface. In the event you are performing <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mattress cleaning<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to get rid of bed bugs, a temperature of at least 70-80\u00b0C will be required. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, pay attention to the dampness of the mattress as it should feel slightly moist but not soaking wet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Drying your mattress<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open the windows, turn on the fans and allow your mattress to air dry for at least three hours. You want to avoid having any moisture trapped within the fibres. Pressing down on different areas to check for moisture can help determine if your mattress has completely dried.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular steaming can help kill off bed bugs and dust mites, on top of keeping your bedding cleaner for a longer time. It is also advisable to have your mattress thoroughly c<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">leaned every 3 to 6 months through engaging <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/services\/mattress-deep-cleaning\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mattress cleaning services in Singapore<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Clean Care, our<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> mattress cleaning services<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ensure that your family enjoys quality sleep in a healthy environment. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find out more!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The cleanliness of your mattress might not be something you think about very often, but seeing as we spend one third of our lives in bed, it&#8217;s important to keep our mattress as clean as possible. Though it might be covered with a protector and sheets, your mattress is still vulnerable to dust mites, the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1636,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[34],"tags":[39,38,36,35],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1635"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1635"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1635\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1636"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1635"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1635"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cleancare.com.sg\/sem\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1635"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}