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How to Make the Most Out of a Latex Mattress

  • Perla Irish
  • March 30, 2020
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  1. Use a Mattress Topper
  2. Clean Spots Immediately
  3. Flipping and Rotating
  4. Let it Breathe
  5. Avoid Direct Exposure to the Sun
  6. Handy Mattress Cleaning Tips
  7. Conclusion

Sleeping on a latex mattress is one of the best decisions you can ever make in your life. This mattress offers restful sleep without worry about allergic reactions or dust mites.

Additionally, sleeping on this mattress guarantees that you wake up every day refreshed and ready to take on your tasks for the day.

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How to Make the Most Out of a Latex Mattress

Just like other mattresses, your sleep surface is bound to get filled with dirt and stains over time.

So, knowing how to keep it clean always is essential to make the most out of your mattress. Here are handy tips for enjoying your latex mattress for years.


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Use a Mattress Topper

Consider using a natural latex mattress topper for its ease of cleaning regularly. This is a good idea when removing and cleaning the mattress after 6 months is quite hard.

Using a topper is a wonderful solution when you can’t take the heavy mattress for drying out in the sun. Cleaning the topper eliminates the hassle of taking out the mattress.

You can easily remove the topper and sundry it each month to eliminate the smell, odor, and allergens. Alternatively, you can just flip the topper to expose the other side to air.

For spills, remove them instantly using vinegar or freshwater before putting it in the sun to dry. If you don’t have time, you can have it dry cleaned after 6 months.

Ensure to remove the topper to let the mattress breathe. Avoid flipping a stained topper before cleaning to protect the mattress below from the smell and dirt.

Clean Spots Immediately

Taking the plunge to purchase a latex mattress in Singapore is a worthy investment. However, the mattress is prone to stains and spills over time.

The chances of this happening are higher when you have kids and pets in the home. Always clean spots and stains immediately with a wet cloth.

Dabbing the stain or spill using a dry cloth removes excess liquid. A wet cloth is necessary to remove stains. Afterward, dab the area again using a dry cloth and leave to dry.

Keep in mind that some stains don’t go away immediately. It is very important to avoid exposing your latex mattress or topper to direct sunlight. Place a cover or let it sit in a corner for fresh air to dry out the stain but not in direct sunlight.

Flipping and Rotating

There are various good reasons to always flip and rotate latex mattress after every 6 months. It ensures even the spread of body pressure.

Putting this on a single side makes your mattress prone to bents and bumps. Flipping your mattress gives it even pressure on both sides regularly to prevent the development of bumps on a single side.

It also allows the mattress side exposed to breathe when exposed to air. The rule of thumb is to move the mattress into 180-degree after 6 to 8 months

Let it Breathe

Although organic latex is loved for its exceptional breathability, a mattress with this material still needs appropriate air circulation.

Reputable manufacturers include holes at the mattress base to enhance circulation for comfortable sleep. Placing this mattress on a flat base inhibits air supply on that side.

The inability of the mattress to breathe encourages dust and dirt to get trapped in the mattress seeps. To allow your latex mattress to breathe, us a slatted base to offer an appropriate breathing space throughout the year.

Appropriate circulation keeps the mattress always airy and dry. A trick is to lead your bed unmade some time to allow the mattress upper side to breathe too.

Avoid Direct Exposure to the Sun

It is very important to protect a latex mattress from direct exposure to the sun. After removing the mattress topper for cleaning, don’t expose the mattress to direct sunlight.

The exposure might cause natural latex to break down much sooner than anticipated. Protecting your latex mattress from the sun prolongs its lifespan.

Handy Mattress Cleaning Tips

A mixture of baking soda and the essential oil is appropriate for the regular cleaning of a latex mattress. Mix drops of essential oil in baking soda.

Then, spread this baking soda on your mattress and live it rest for about 30 to 40 minutes. This allows dirt and dust to come to the surface. Remove baking soda and dust by vacuuming.

For stains on a latex mattress, a mixture of dish soap, hydrogen peroxide, and baking soda is appropriate. Apply this to the problem area and allow drying for some time before removing it.

Conclusion

Investing in a natural latex mattress is a good investment. However, making the most out of your investment requires some effort to properly care for the mattress.

This makes it protected from dirt, dust and becoming lumpy over time.

Flipping, rotating, and immediate cleaning of stains will make your latex mattress look like new always. This will allow for enjoying lots of quality sleep for years to come.

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