Wash mattress cover
How should one wash a mattress cover?
Washing and cleaning the mattress - Our guide
In this guide from Mister Sandman, we give you important tips and tricks on how to optimally wash the mattress cover of your mattress . The right care of the mattress is the best prerequisite for a long-lasting lifespan of the cover. Our high-quality Mister Sandman mattresses all have breathable double fabric covers that are easy to wash.
Washing mattress covers - The right washing program
Matratzenbezüge zu waschen und richtig zu reinigen ist ein wichtiges Thema, bei dem man auf spezielle Sachen achten sollte. Sachen wie die richtige Temperatur, das passende Waschmittel sowie das richtige Waschprogramm sind essentielle Punkte, die das Entfernen von Verschmutzungen realisiert. Bei große-n Textilien empfiehlt sich eine Vorwäsche, damit der Bezug überall regelmäßig mit Wasser bedeckt wird, sodass das Wasser alles richtig gut einweicht. Anschließend ist es wichtig, dass man anschließend am besten ein Waschprogramm für die Waschmaschine auswählt, wie etwa ein Teil vom Koch- und Buntwaschprogram. Matratzenbezüge können, wenn das Material feiner und empfindlicher ist auch zum Wollwaschprogramm greifen. Die Wasser-Temperatur ist hier nicht so heiß, wie etwa bei einem anderen Programm der Waschmaschine. Wie man sieht hängt das Matratzenbezug waschen sehr stark vom Hersteller ab, der den Bezug herstellt.
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Washing mattress covers - Correct water temperature and spin speed of the washing machine
With a cotton mattress cover, it can be washed in the washing machine at a water temperature of 60 degrees. However, the spin speed should be a maximum of 800 revolutions, so one should not go higher during spinning, as the mattress cover can warp and no longer fit directly on the mattress or the mattress core. Covers that have a special material refinement may be washed at a maximum of 40 degrees water temperature. For a cold foam mattress that has a breathable microfiber mattress cover, this cover can also be washed in the machine at a water temperature of 95 degrees . This also applies to bed linen that has stains that one wants to clean immediately, rather than with a few washes.
Washing mattress cover: The right detergent
Beim Verwenden von Waschmittel, welches für die Waschmaschine passt, sollte man sich vorher darüber informieren, welches Waschmaschine beim Entfernen von Flecken und Schmutz am besten geeignet ist. Beim Waschen vom Matratzenbezug, Matratzenauflage, Matratzenschoner und selbst bei einer Daunendecke ist es wichtig, genau auf die Wäschezeichen und Behandlungsempfehlung zu achten, die auf der Innenseite der Bezüge stehen. Für das Matratzenbezug waschen ist der beste Tipp der Tipps sich auf ein flüssiges Fein-Waschmittel einzustellen, da Pulver für die Waschmaschine Rückstände auf dem Bezug hinterlassen könnte.Es gilt darauf zu achten, dass das Waschmittel keine optischen Aufheller besitzt, damit der Bezug der Matratze nicht zu Schaden kommt.
Wash mattress cover - stains and heavy dirt
The search for the ideal home remedy for stains like blood or urine is a thing of the past! Dirt and strong stains can be rubbed with baking soda (3 tablespoons) and water (2 tablespoons) on the stains before washing in the washing machine. Then vacuum the dried water-baking soda mixture and subsequently wash the mattress cover in the washing machine.
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The topic of mold is one of the unpleasant categories that one prefers not to deal with. Mold can form on the mattress cover if the cover is not breathable enough and night sweat or other moisture cannot dry in time, thus mold forms. Stains and mold can be removed with a chlorine-free mold remover if they are small spots.
Drying mattress covers in the dryer
Being able to wash a mattress cover is one topic, while the subsequent drying in the dryer is another. To prevent water residues in mattress covers, mattress pads, mattress protectors, as well as down comforters and bed linens, the right drying in the dryer is important. One should dry the cover on a drying rack to ensure it gets enough air. Fresh air is optimal, as the cover dries faster and no residues of moisture and water remain. Before testing for sleep, one can check if the mattress cover is really dry.
Washing mattress covers - Why is washing so important?
A good mattress is a faithful companion to us at night. People spend an average of 8 hours in bed on the mattress, making this item heavily used. Therefore, due to movement, skin flakes, night sweat, and other excretions (urine, blood, etc.) can create a breeding ground for mites. Mites are microscopic arachnids that dwell in textiles. In themselves, mites are completely harmless and invisible. However, their excretions can trigger allergies in some people. People with a mite allergy are also called house dust mite allergy sufferers. Therefore, regular cleaning is important so that the mattress and the mattress cover can be washed.
Washing and cleaning mattress covers - Which mattress covers are washable?
It quickly becomes clear that not every mattress cover and mattress covers can be washed and must be sent for cleaning. The zipper is the essential component that determines whether a mattress cover can be washed. One simply has to ensure that a zipper exists and check the washing label of the covers. The following types of zipper variants exist:
- All-around zipper
- 3-sided zipper
- One-sided zipper
With a zipper that runs all around and with a 3-sided zipper, the mattress cover is removable, unlike with a one-sided zipper, where the cover is not removable. If the zipper on a mattress is only attached to one side of the mattress cover, then it is only intended as an aid in the manufacturing process. Special machines store the mattress core in the mattress cover, which cannot then be sent for cleaning.
When it comes to cleaning the mattress cover and for proper care, it is best to distinguish between two types of allergic individuals to assess the frequency of cleaning:
- Allergic person
- Non-allergic person
The more often one places a cover in the washing machine to clean it of stains, such as blood stains, sweat stains, urine stains, and dirt stains, the more the mattress cover wears out. Hence the question: How often can and should one wash a mattress cover? For a non-allergic person, it is sufficient to clean the mattress cover once a year. This amount is appropriate and completely sufficient. Now, however, to the answers to the questions regarding how it is for an allergic person. Allergics are recommended to pay attention to washing the mattress cover, as well as other covers, every 3 months. Therefore, it is worth getting an additional mattress pad that is ideal for allergy sufferers and protects against mites in addition to stains. Thus, the cover of a mattress should have a 4-sided zipper so that it can be easily separated from the mattress core and placed in the washing machine with the appropriate detergent.
Washing mattress cover: The zipper - removable and practical at the same time
The big topic washing mattress covers is an important issue so that one can enjoy the mattress cover of their mattress, such as a cold foam mattress , for a long time. If the zipper is around the mattress cover, then it is easily removable and can be washed easily . Covers that consist of two parts after opening the zipper are also good, so that one holds not just one cover, but two covers in hand. These covers should be placed in the washing machine separately for a better effect when washing and cleaning . The capacity of a washing machine is also not sufficient, even for a large washing machine, to wash two large covers. One should not squeeze the mattress cover , but rather use two machines to wash, so that stains and dirt come off properly.
Pulling the mattress cover onto the mattress - instructions
The mattress cover is washed and properly dry, but what now? The zipper system will help to pull the mattress cover back onto the mattress . With a full zipper, you can place one side of the cover under the mattress and pull the other part of the cover over the top of the mattress core. Then you just need to position both sides so that the zipper interlocks and the cover can be tightened. Mattress covers with a 3-sided zipper can also be pulled back onto the mattress. It is best to get a second person to help, who can cover the mattress with one side, as a cold foam mattress, gel mattress or innerspring mattress can be heavier.
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